Family-friendly holiday rentals in Seattle

Backyard Cottage Retreat: Private, Cozy, Walkable

Perch on a stool at the breakfast bar under airy vaulted pine ceilings in this bright, cozy studio home. This modern backyard cottage is tucked away in a private setting, yet steps away from everything this hip neighborhood has to offer. Custom designed and hand-built by the hosts, this backyard cottage is a sanctuary in the city. After a day of exploring nearby beaches, beautiful parks, kayaking the sound or eating your way through the Farmer’s Market, come home and unwind on the private deck. Free street parking! A short walk to lots of restaurants, coffee shops, Whole Foods & Trader Joe’s. Finished in 2016, this new, custom-built studio cottage is tucked away in a private setting. The 400 sq. ft. craftsman style space is thoughtfully designed to incorporate natural daylight through large windows and high pine wood cathedral ceilings. The tasteful, modern craftsman interior creates a cozy home away from home and offers all you need for an overnight or an extended stay. Your fully equipped kitchen offers quartz countertops, a sink with Grohe faucet, petite 4-burner stove with oven, refrigerator, freezer, microwave, Keurig coffee maker (coffee provided!), and everything you need to prepare meals, if you prefer to eat in. You'll sleep comfortably in the queen sized bed with new memory foam mattress and enjoy a full bathroom with a brand new tiled shower/tub. A CB2 Flex Full-size Sleeper Sofa (rated best sleeper sofa by Apartment Therapy) can accommodate another guest. Your cottage is set back from the street in our private backyard, atop our garage (not parked in, and rarely opened), surrounded by trees and a greenbelt behind our house. It is designed to be eco-friendly with SIP panels, LED lighting, heat pump water heater and radiant floor heating. Serene, healthy, and beautiful - and close to everything! It's perfect for out of town guests, vacationers, a staycation, or business travelers. You have the benefit of a completely private space above our detached garage with full 24-hour access, free on-street parking, and a private entrance. There are 12 stairs from the driveway to the cottage, which is a second story unit. Fresh sheets and towels are provided for longer visits, upon request. Privacy is all yours, though we're happy to help you with navigate our neighborhood and Seattle, and provide recommendations if desired. West Seattle is a sought-after neighborhood that is perfect for foodies, shoppers, families, adventurers, outdoor lovers and those visiting the city and the great Pacific Northwest--and only a 10-15 minute drive from downtown! Visit famous Alki Beach & take a walk along Lincoln Park. Walk to one of our many locally owned coffee shops, or pick up some fresh flowers or artisan made goodies on Sundays at the local Farmer's Market. Enjoy one of our many delicious restaurants. The cottage is so walkable! Your cottage is very close to the Metro city bus lines (1-3 blocks depending on what # bus) which provides easy access to hot spots like West Seattle’s own Alki Beach, a sandy Puget Sound beach with a walking/bike path, paddle boarding, canoes, and numerous eateries and coffeehouses, or beautifully wooded Lincoln Park with walking trails and huge native trees. Or zip downtown Seattle (10-15 minutes by car, 20 minutes by bus) to the take in the Waterfront, Pike Place Market, retail shopping, music venues, Seattle Center and the Space Needle, Washington State Convention Center, Starbucks headquarters, Seattle Art Museum and Pioneer Square art galleries, Safeco Field (baseball), CenturyLink Field (football), or a Washington State Ferry and much more. Light rail is also available to and from SeaTac airport with one bus transfer. You can also access Car2Go in Seattle if you have a membership. Street parking is free for Car2Go anywhere in the city. We have plenty of free street parking on our street for a vehicle or rental car. We are eager to welcome you to your cottage and enjoy the benefits of meeting new people from near and far. We are Northwest natives and college sweethearts, who have lived and traveled internationally. Now, we reside in Seattle, working to better our world through a child-focused international relief & development organization, and engineering for energy efficiency of our natural resources. We have children by birth and international adoption who are a tremendous privilege to parent. We hope you will join us soon for an overnight stay or longer!

Hummingbird Cottage in Quiet Residential Arbor Heights

We are 20 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from downtown with easy access to the beaches at Alki and Lincoln Park. Your quiet backyard refuge is newly remodeled with everything you’ll need for a weekend or a month. We are just a half block from the bus stop and access to Seattle’s great transit system. Whether you’re here for Business, visiting family, or on holiday, Hummingbird cottage should fill the bill. You have off street parking and the entire space to yourself, with laundry facilities and a full kitchen at your disposal. If you need a highchair or pack-n-play crib for your little one just let us know. I’ll be here to greet you (unless you come in very late), in which case I’ll give you the code for our August Bluetooth lock to get in when you arrive. We’re only 50 feet away if you need us but will give you your space if you don’t. Arbor Heights is a tranquil neighborhood halfway between the airport and downtown, plus only a few minutes from grocery stores, restaurants. and parks with amazing views. Alki and Lincoln Park beaches are also easily accessible. Seattle is a good city to get around in by car but if you’re going downtown you might want to leave the car and catch the 21 bus to save the parking hassle and cost.

Hamlin Street Casa- Easy UW & FIFA Access

Easy FIFA access! See adjacent listing (see link) for extra space. Our cozy Spanish inspired bungalow with vaulted ceilings, loft, and fireplace is located in the quintessential Seattle neighborhood of Montlake. The neighborhood is a quiet retreat within the urban heart of Seattle. It is literally next door to the University of Washington (Husky Stadium), steps away from Lake Washington and the Arboretum water front trails, and 10 min from downtown Seattle by car, the LINK light rail, or bus.

Hidden Getaway Family House - UW - Children Hospit

This is the perfect spot for a getaway in busy Seattle city! Sitting right on the famous Burke-Gillman Trail, you could enjoy a jogging to welcome every morning. Location is unbeatable. 1 min to Seattle Children Hospital and 4 mins to UW and U-Village by car. Following the path in our lovely and private front yard, you will enter to our inviting living room where you could relax with kids or elders. Work desk in every bedroom to work from home. You will sleep like royalty on our comfy beds!

5 mins to City! Rooftop deck views on Queen Anne

The Lofthouse is your 3-story urban oasis is nestled in the trees of Queen Anne Hill, 7 mins. from downtown Seattle & CRUISE SHIP TERMINALS. This newly remodeled 1-bedroom guesthouse gives "zen-vibes" with its lush garden, waterfall, pond, ROOFTOP DECK VIEW, modern kitchen/bath, & cozy patio. Walking distance to local cafes & shops. Hostess lives on the property & strives to provide a relaxing stay for all guests. We're close to everything that Seattle has to offer w/o the “busy” city life.

Top Floor Apartment; Charming and Private

Wonderful top floor near everything! This private and charming apartment is just west of a large wooded park, the zoo, and a large lake with bike and walking trails and boat rental. Just to the North are several blocks of shops, pubs and restaurants. Very walkable, but metro is a block away and heads directly to the core of downtown and the Pike Place Market, with easy connections to the stadiums and the waterfront. Done with the city? Sit out under the 100 year old apple tree in the garden.

Evergreen Tiny Cabin & Mini Farm

Drive down past our farm amongst the trees & wildlife. Adventure awaits in this beautiful nordic tiny cabin we curated for you to enjoy . Enjoy & gather eggs from the hens, eat from the garden, s'mores, swing on the swings, play games, records, & open the wall to wall front glass doors, wood fired hot tub & watch the sea of trees move in the wind on the porch. 15min -Tacoma/13 min - Puyallup fair/45min to airport and Mt. Rainier. + on adventures in listing photos. @theevergreentinycabin

Spacious Bryant Retreat

Need a safe and inviting location with both on-site parking and walkable access to award winning shops and restaurants, but don't want to sacrifice space and amenities? If so, then come enjoy this spacious unit in the Bryant neighborhood with electric car charging as well as bus service to downtown only a block away. Walking and biking distance to the UW, U Village, and Children's Hospital. Rated “sparkling clean” by over 50 guests, grandparents and UW families love the location.

Sustainable Style in the Heart of West Seattle

Welcome to your thoughtfully designed home in Alaska Junction — West Seattle’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhood. This fully electric stay lets you travel a little lighter: we offset our footprint by donating 5% of proceeds to One Tree Planted 🌱. 5 min walk to bars, cafés & restaurants Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, QFC & PCC all nearby Easy access to transit, parks & local charm Come see what makes Alaska Junction one of Seattle's best neighborhoods

Seaside Suite by Mukilteo Beach

Our studio apartment has a private entrance and a private Juliet balcony to enjoy stunning views of Puget Sound. Sleep in comfort on a Tempurpedic bed with adjustable head and foot lift. Additional sofa bed for extra guests. All necessities provided. Private indoor pool with views out to Puget Sound. Many attractions are within a 10 minute walk, including Mukilteo beach, the ferry terminal, the Sounder train to downtown Seattle or Mukilteo town.

Outdoor Sauna & Soaking Tub, Top Floor Apartment

Stay warm by the fire, whether on the built-in seating around the fire pit, or inside, on the sectional sofa by the linear gas fireplace below the Samsung frame TV. Also inside are floor-to-ceiling windows, radiant floor heating, and exposed-beam accents. The apartment features a stunning open plan living space with a well-equipped kitchen in addition to two bathrooms featuring a luxurious walk-in rain shower!

Lake Sammamish 2 bd/2 bath Generator Lake Access

Modern farmhouse cottage on Lake Sammamish—2 bed / 2 bath with A/C and gas fireplace. Both bedrooms feature plush down comforters and pillows. Enjoy hardwood floors, a well-equipped kitchen with new appliances, washer/dryer, dining for 6, a sleeper sofa, 55” TV, and coffee bar. Relax with lakeview dining, kayak the shoreline, or explore the Lake Sammamish Trail just outside your door. Well-behaved dogs welcome!