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Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach

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Point of interest
Interior
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
The current price is SAR 338
SAR 1,397 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach

The Storybook House

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There's no more charming or whimsical place to experience Seattle than the Storybook House, a haven for the imagination just one block from Alki Beach. It's an escape for days spent riding bikes, walking along the shore, and enjoying West Seattle's excellent restaurants and shops, with all the wonders of childhood awaiting you back at home.

This single-story bungalow sits one block south of Alki Beach Park, in one of the most sought-after areas of Seattle. Go kayaking, put in your paddleboard, take your kids to the Alki Playground and Whale Tail Park only two blocks east, visit the arcade one block north, and catch incredible sunsets on the sandy shore. You'll also be barely over two miles (an eight-minute drive) from the water taxi to downtown Seattle, easily reached via shuttle along Alki Beach.

True to its name, the Storybook House has been hand-painted by a local artist to showcase a different children's book in each room. It's utterly charming, from the "Goodnight Moon" living room to "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" eating its way through the kitchen. When you're not outside on the sun-splashed deck, there's wonderful space indoors for reading books or watching movies by the fireplace and playing games at the kitchen table.

Whether you're making up your own world with "Harold and the Purple Crayon" or joining Max for a wild rumpus in "Where the Wild Things Are," the bedroom and bunk room promise the best of dreams. "The Little Prince" bathroom is darling in its own right, complete with a clawfoot bathtub. A folding crib, a high chair, many other amenities for small children like a sound machine, and a private washer/dryer are provided as well.

Things to Know

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Washington

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 795 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-24-000255

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

117656

About the neighborhood

Map
Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Alki Beach - 3 min walk
  • T-Mobile Park - 13 min drive
  • Seattle Waterfront - 14 min drive
  • Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 - 17 min drive
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • SoDo Station - 12 min drive
  • King Street Station - 17 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Chupacabra - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cactus - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Moon Burgers Alki - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach located?

This family-friendly Seattle vacation home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Alki Beach and Alki Beach Park. Lincoln Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Adorable, kids' book-themed, dog-friendly home - 1 block from Alki Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Katharine D.

Unique stay in Alki
If you have kids who love to read, this is a wonderful spot. The house is old, so it’s a bit quirky, but generally well-provisioned. We stayed with 4 adults and a toddler. The house would work best for one family with kids, with parents in the Harold room and kids in the Wild Things. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed, although note, no dishwasher. It was a wonderful location - a 5 min walk to Alki and all it has to offer. We were pleased with the house and would stay again if we were traveling without Grandma and Grandpa!
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8/10 Good

Katharine D.

Unique stay in Alki
If you have kids who love to read, this is a wonderful spot. The house is old, so it’s a bit quirky, but generally well-provisioned. We stayed with 4 adults and a toddler. The house would work best for one family with kids, with parents in the Harold room and kids in the Wild Things. The kitchen was stocked with everything needed, although note, no dishwasher. It was a wonderful location - a 5 min walk to Alki and all it has to offer. We were pleased with the house and would stay again if we were traveling without Grandma and Grandpa!

6/10 Okay

Melissa K.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Not a storybook ending for our family
I’m sorry to say we won’t be staying at the storybook house again. We were so excited as the theme is great for kids! It started with the lack of parking when we first got there - the listing said 1 designated parking spot, but when we got to the house - there was no spot. I called Vacasa and they said it’s not designated - it’s first come first serve street parking (that was mentioned for the first time in the email you receive the day before - past the cancellation window - I had not gotten the email the day before as we were traveling and got everything else In text message) after many calls and “chat” messaging I was told someone from the local team would call me. No one ever did. I would note when we got back to the house from dinner (we had 3 hungry children with us when we got there), there was the spot that was “designated” available. We never had another problem parking in the “designated” street parking. But never heard from Vacasa again. We also had a plumbing issue with the one toilet - never heard from them either. We just dealt with it. Beware there are 2 chairs at the kitchen table - if you are planning to eat at the same time bring your own. Luckily they did leave 2 tower fans - but it did not appear the windows in the front room open. There was only 1 screen on 1 window - so if you don’t mind bugs or spiders - feel free to open the rest. It really is a cutely painted house in a great location, but there are other options that would be better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Maren L.

Adorable
It's hard to find good kid-friendly places to stay, but this place was perfect. The themed rooms were well executed and my kids loved it. It was perfect for our family of 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
We loved the themed stay and everything is within walking distance. Our kids read books the entire time and found books they didn’t have at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Perfect place to bring kids - location great for parents, too!
We loved our stay at storybook house. Parking was easy but we didn’t need to drive anywhere because it’s so close to everything on Alki. Beds were comfortable and it sleeps like more than a two bedroom. Kitchen was stocked with everything needed to cook. We also loved being able to sit on the back porch inside the fenced space. Will definitely be making another trip back to storm watch!
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Comfortable & Fun!
We Loved Everything!!! Such a fun theme & so much attention to details!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patrice C.

Good stay
The kids loved the place and all of books available. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to keep the little ones entertained
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

Such a fun visit!
The house was amazing, the kids loved the themes and SO MANY books to read! The location was also great, walking distance to the beach, great restaurants, with parks & playgrounds just a block away. The proximity to the shuttle for taking a water taxi to downtown Seattle was another great bonus. We can’t wait to come back!