Hidden Ballard Gem • Stylish Private Guest House

Entire home in Seattle, Washington

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Virginia
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

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Small House Catalog, February 2018

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Welcome to The Earl Carriage House, your home-away-from-home in the heart of Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. Our little cottage is neatly tucked between houses that dot the idyllic tree-lined street. The Carriage House is the perfect base for your Seattle stay, designed to put you right at home from the moment you step through the door. Inside, you'll find a spacious interior with with rustic wood accents, cozy textiles, and natural elements that create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The space
The Earl Carriage House is 𝙖 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙩𝙬𝙤-𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚, tucked away behind our home, offering plenty of space for a couple. While technically it is considered a “backyard cottage,” it is accessed without ever entering our yard or shared spaces. You will have 𝙩𝙤𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙘𝙮. You'll also have dedicated 𝙤𝙛𝙛-𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 in the driveway in front of the Carriage House.

The open layout downstairs features a comfortable living area with ample seating, a charming electric stove, 𝙘𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙏𝙑 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, and a dining area adjacent to a 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙙 𝙠𝙞𝙩𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙣, complete with full-size stainless steel appliances. All-Clad cookware and a selection of regional cookbooks will inspire your culinary adventures. On Sundays, don't miss the nearby Ballard Farmers Market for the freshest ingredients.

Upstairs, you'll find a cozy bedroom and spacious tiled bathroom with 𝙬𝙖𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙧𝙮𝙚𝙧. Relax in the 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙚𝙣-𝙨𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙙 while gazing up through the skylight overhead. The stunning quartersawn oak antique doors salvaged from Seattle's Palladian Hotel add to the ambiance.

We take your comfort seriously and have provided a Simmons Beautyrest mattress with 𝙡𝙪𝙭𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙩𝙩𝙤𝙣 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙣𝙨, embroidered robes, slippers and a 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬𝙨 encased in hypoallergenic covers.

For entertainment, we have assorted board games, a lending library, a TV with cable, Netflix, and streaming options, reliable Wi-Fi, and a Bluetooth speaker. 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙚, 𝙩𝙚𝙖, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙗𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙙.

What really sets The Earl Carriage House apart is our commitment to hospitality. We take pride in providing exceptional service to our guests, and it shows in our glowing reviews. Whether you need recommendations for local attractions, help with a reservation, or just a friendly chat, we're always here to help.

Guest access
You will have complete and exclusive access to the Carriage House, driveway and the adjacent garden and outdoor dining space.

The Carriage House could technically be considered a guest house since it is on our property, but you will find all of the privacy you need thanks to strategic fencing, landscaping and our respectful hosting style.

Before your visit, we will provide you with a unique access code for easy check in, usually the last four digits of your phone number registered with Airbnb.

Registration Details
STR-OPLI-19-001072

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
TV with standard cable

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Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 327 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Seattle, Washington, United States

Neighborhood highlights

The Earl Carriage House is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in a quiet, residential pocket of the exciting Ballard neighborhood. A handful of coffee shops and restaurants are just a few blocks away, or take a 15-minute stroll to historic downtown Ballard. You will be close to public transportation, the sandy beaches at Golden Gardens and so much more. Late March and Early April visitors will be treated to a magnificent display of Cherry blossoms!

Located in the northwestern part of the city, Ballard is known for its maritime heritage, Scandinavian roots, and thriving food and arts scene.

Start your day with a stroll to the Ballard Farmers Market, open every Sunday from 10am to 3pm, where you'll find fresh produce, flowers, artisanal crafts, and food trucks serving up local delicacies. Explore the trendy boutiques, coffee shops, and galleries along Ballard Avenue, or head down to the historic Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, where you can watch boats pass between the Puget Sound and Lake Union.

Foodies will love Ballard's diverse dining options, from classic fish and chips at the iconic Ballard Smokehouse to gourmet farm-to-table fare at Stoneburner or Staple and Fancy. Sample local beers at the many microbreweries and pubs, including Stoup Brewing, Reuben's Brews, and Lucky Envelope Brewing.

Ballard is also home to several parks and green spaces, including Golden Gardens Park, which offers stunning views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, and the Ballard Commons Park, which hosts community events and concerts throughout the year.

With its mix of urban charm, natural beauty, and cultural offerings, Ballard is the perfect base for exploring Seattle. And with your cozy accommodations at ECH, you'll have everything you need to relax and recharge after a day of adventures.

Meet your host

Superhost
517 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
My work: Aspiring Artist
Most useless skill: Making impossibly small origami cranes.
Hello! It's nice to meet you. I love being an Airbnb host and meeting wonderful people from all over the world. When our family travels, we choose to stay in clean, comfortable, and well designed spaces and - in turn - we strive to bring these qualities to our guests. I take my job as a host seriously and will do everything I can to ensure a seamless, relaxing, and comfortable vacation for you.

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  • Brian

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Not suitable for children (2-12 years)