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Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6123 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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

Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown

Birch Tree Cottage

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The Birch Tree Cottage is a nicely remodeled Cape Cod-style home conveniently located in the
quiet north Ravenna neighborhood. Perfect for families coming to Children’s Hospital, UW
Medical Center, or visiting the University of Washington. This home boasts a prime location just
one block from groceries, bakeries, and restaurants. Park for free in the off-street driveway. You
can easily take the bus to Children’s Hospital or head to the Light Rail Station, which is only
eight minutes from downtown. A charming community library is just one block away.

This home has been lovingly redone by the owners with an attention to energy conservation. It
has mini-split heating and AC with on-demand domestic hot water and LED lighting. There are
two full-size bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a sleeping loft. There is AC on the main floor and in
the primary bedroom keeping the the main living spaces comfortable all summer.

Step inside and be greeted by the light and bright interior with gorgeous hardwoods, kitchen and bath, and
personal touches throughout. The private primary bedroom is downstairs with a king bed, en
suite bath, and spacious closet. A second comfortable bedroom is on the main floor. The
sleeping loft upstairs has two sleeping spaces with a twin bed in each area. The sleeping loft is
the only area of the house without AC and can be quite warm in the summer.
This vacation rental has Pack ‘n Play, children’s books and games, and a large deck off the kitchen
with a gas BBQ perfect for summer cooking. The deck is a delightful place in the trees for
dining and morning coffee. The entire lot has mature landscaping with flowers and trees all
around.

The Birch Tree Cottage is in a unique location close to local shops, yet tucked in a quiet
residential street for a serene Seattle stay.

The surrounding Ravenna and Wedgwood neighborhoods offer all kinds of amazing places to
explore during your stay in Seattle. With a walking score of 82, you can easily walk to Top Pot
Donuts, Grateful Bread Bakery, Grand Central Bakery, Starbucks and Safeway. University
Village Shopping Center, University of Washington, Children’s Hospital, and UW Medical Center
are all a short neighborhood drive away. Stay in this cozy cottage and let us help you discover
the charm of this north Seattle neighborhood.

Things to know
No parties
No pets
Free parking on the street or in the back driveway
Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code
to enter.
This code is reset after each guest's stay

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 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

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry detergent

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling 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: 1320 sq ft (123 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

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-19-003332

Property is also known as

25871
Cottage

About the neighborhood

Map
Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • University Village - 5 min drive
  • Seattle Children's Hospital - 5 min drive
  • University of Washington - 6 min drive
  • University of Washington Medical Center - 7 min drive
  • Woodland Park Zoo - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Roosevelt Station - 4 min drive
  • Edmonds Station - 22 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Growler Guys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blazing Bagels - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Zouave Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown located?

Located in Ravenna, this cottage is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from University Village and 2 mi (3.2 km) from University of Washington. Seattle Children's Hospital and Lake Washington are also within 2 mi (3 km). Roosevelt Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott O., Magnolia, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint, Convenient 2 BR Cottage
Very charming cottage with plenty of room in a convenient location for all of the Seattle area attractions. However, it should be noted that while the listing says the upstairs can get “warm” due to no air conditioning, it is actually HOT at 95+—our children had to sleep on the floor downstairs as it was unbearable. Rather disappointing to pay for 4 beds but only have 2 that are usable, especially when the problem could easily be solved by adding small window AC units.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom and sisters vaca!
This was an amazing Vrbo! The house was so cute and clean. The owners thought of everything. They even had a binder with near by take out places and parks. They had operational visual instructions to everything. We could walk to Starbucks, a bakery, and Safeway. The bedroom in basement has a king bed and beautiful bathroom. Very private. The floor level has a nice queen bed near a bathroom. Upstairs is perfect for kids with two twin beds in attic space. I am an adult but I fit up there just had to watch my head when I stood up, lol. Will definetly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt D., Tacoma, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost Perfect!
My family and I had a great stay. The place was spotless, the location was perfect, and we were very comfortable. The heaters in the bedrooms didn't seem to work, but it didn't really affect us. We'd be happy to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, great location
Really nice lower level master suite. Well-appointed kitchen. Very comfortable home in a cute neighborhood. We had a plumbing issue, and service showed up pretty quickly. Didn't have the parts, and stores were closed, so he came back the next day and... Problem solved. Easy checkout. Overall, really good experience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home base for our trip.
Great location north or downtown Seattle. Our kids loved the loft beds. The dedicated parking spot, laundry, and WiFi put it over the top for us! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
This was an awesome house for our visit. The location was only blocks away from our family and the main level bedroom and easy access to the front door was perfect for my senior mother who has a hard time with stairs. Very comfortable for the 3 of us.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rufus W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage in Seattle.
My wife and I lived this little cottage. It was the perfect location for us to visit our adult children less than two miles away. The small kitchen and eating area were perfect for us, though a larger family might feel cramped. We hope to stay here again on another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michele O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well kept house in great neighbourhood
Welcoming, clean house with nicely equipped kitchen and amenities. Roomy deck and grill available. Great for a family stay. We did have a problem with the E-lock failing. It was more than an hour wait on the call in help line (perhaps a long wait related to the current COVID19 precautions) Once we spoke with the customer service agent she was very helpful and we did get in. She noted that it may be a battery issue. The E-lock did fail again but there were keys to another entrance we could use the rest of the stay. Despite the inconvenience of the lock issue, the property was very nice and perfect for our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable bungalow
Birch Tree Cottage is adorable! Nice residential neighborhood, just a block from a bakery cafe and artisan doughnut shop. We had a wonderful stay, thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Michele O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family cottage
Cozy house in a great area. Lots of cafes and services within walking distance. Kitchen has everything for your cooking needs. Was clean and had all the basics you need for a stay. Great for a family to stay

10/10 Excellent

Dianne T., Carmichael, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable home
We loved our stay here - such a cute house in great neighborhood. Walking to dinner at night , or coffee ( and doughnuts !) in the morning - we really enjoyed the location . Everything was well explained and easy to figure out . Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Mahesh K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Need to improve cleanliness and sanitation
We rented this u it for our family. We got in at around 5:00 pm (checkin time was 4:00 pm). To our surprise there was someone still in the house when we let ourselves in using the security code. This was scary as we did not expect anyone to be there. Turned out it was the cleaner. He said he was running late. We had to wait outside another 15 min for him to wrap up. As if that was not enough the downstairs bathroom was a mess. The toilet had not been cleaned and we ended up cleaning other people’s crap literally. We also found the upstairs restroom periodically giving out a pungent and noxious odor. We have pictures taken for all of the above. In short avoid this place I’d you can
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B., Snowville, NH

Immaculate, well-appointed, great location
We loved this spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

amazing rental!
This rental is amazing.. AHMAZING! I could not recommend more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

David B.

It really is a charming cottage
The cottage has been updated nicely so that the furnishings, appliances, bathrooms, etc are modern. The sheets, towels and pillows are nice quality. Top-pot doughnuts and Grateful Bread are right around the corner. There is a Safeway grocery store within walking distance as well. The drive to downtown was about 20 minutes so it was easy to access everything. The only negative is that it was 90+ degrees the first day we were visiting and the upstairs bedrooms did not have air conditioning. The rest of the time the temperatures dropped to the 70's and it was not a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Adorable city house
Birch tree cottage had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Very quiet neighborhood, yet close to all Seattle has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017