Central Ballard Retreat with Gym and AC

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Central Ballard Retreat with Gym and AC House in Ballard
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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
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10.0Outstanding
(40 Ratings)
"Awesome location and a homely experience! The Ballard Birdhouse is close to a lot of great restaurants in the Ballard downtown area as well as some cool experiences like the Ballard Locks. The house i..."
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(40 Ratings)

House in Ballard, WA

7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this house rental

This is a west-facing 3bed/2bath 3-story house with no shared walls and features a fully loaded kitchen, dining room, top floor en-suite, 2 king/1 queen beds+futon, office space, private fenced patio, laundry, heating/AC throughout, home gym, and garage parking. Walking distance to all the unique shops, restaurants, breweries, and nightlife that make this neighborhood a top destination for visitors and locals alike, plus close access to transit, parks, and bike paths.

Classic mid-century house with hardwood floors and great natural light on a quiet street in the heart of Ballard.

* Keyless entry
* Quiet & private - no shared walls or security cameras on site
* Family friendly - pack 'n play, highchair, kid amenities provided. All stairs from main level have doors that can be closed for child safety
* 1 car garage + driveway = 2 on-site parking spaces + free street parking
* Standard outlet in the garage for EV charging
* High speed Wi-Fi (220 Mbps) & dedicated office space with monitor provided
* Eco-friendly - Solar panels on roof with heat pump for heating/AC throughout
* Living room with large plush couch and smart TV
* Dining room with seating for 6
* Fully stocked kitchen: Stove/oven, fridge, microwave, toaster oven, dishwasher, blender, electric kettle, food processor, cookware/utensils (including kids utensils), and everything needed to whip up great home cooked meals
* We supply locally roasted whole bean coffee, manual and electric coffee grinders, Bodum French press and programmable coffee maker, plus tea, creamer and sugars to start your day
* All bedrooms feature comfortable high-end mattresses, 100% cotton sheets, and hypoallergenic pillows and comforters
* Private top floor suite has a dedicated workspace with extra monitor, bedroom with king-size mattress, en-suite bathroom with 2 shower heads, and dedicated heating/AC
* Downstairs there is a rec room/home gym with smart TV, free weights & bench, rowing machine, yoga mats, floor pads, futon sofa, and heating/AC. Full size washer and dryer in laundry room
* Fully fenced private front yard patio with table and seating for 6
* Plenty of fresh towels provided, high quality bedding, and space to work, play, or just unwind
* One block to public transit, including Rapid D line for short ride to SLU, downtown and Pike Place Market
* 5-10 minute walk to Old Town Ballard with shops, restaurants, breweries and the best farmers market in the city (Sundays year round)
* 15-20 minute drive to downtown Seattle (Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Capitol Hill, etc)
* 30-35 minute drive to Seatac or Paine Field airports

MAIN FLOOR
* Front door entrance (keyless lock)
* Living room with large sofa and smart TV
* Dining room with seating for 6
* Fully stocked kitchen
* Bedroom #1 with 1 king bed with organic latex mattress
* Bedroom #2 with 1 queen bed with Bear mattress & blackout shades
* Bathroom with tub/shower combo
* Stairs leading down to basement and up to second floor - both have doors that can be closed for child safety
* Heating/AC

UPSTAIRS
* Bedroom #3 with 1 king bed with Molecule mattress, blackout shades & nook with room to set up a pack 'n play (provided)
* Bathroom with large double shower (2 shower heads)
* Office space with monitor provided
* Heating/AC

DOWNSTAIRS
* Rec room/gym with smart TV, kids books & games, rowing machine, free weights and bench, yoga mats
* Futon (full size) with bedding provided
* Laundry room with washer & dryer
* Access to 1-car garage
* Heating/AC

* One block to public transit, including Rapid D line for short ride to SLU, downtown and Pike Place Market
* 5-10 minute walk to Old Town Ballard with shops, restaurants, breweries and the best farmers market in the city (Sundays year round)
* 15-20 minute drive to downtown Seattle (Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Capitol Hill, etc)
* 30-35 minute drive to Seatac or Paine Field airports

Guests will have the house and yard to themselves. You may park in the garage or driveway and there is free street parking in front of the house as well. Very walkable residential neighborhood. 93 walking score with tons to do nearby, and within a mile of: grocery stores, fast food, Target, Ballard Farmers Market, movie theater, shops and restaurants along Market St and Ballard Ave.

Ballard is a lively neighborhood along the Salmon Bay/Lake WA Ship Canal just north of downtown Seattle. It's known for great restaurants, craft breweries, shopping, the Ballard boat locks, Botanical Garden, the National Nordic Museum, plus quick access to Golden Garden Park, Discovery Park, Woodland Park Zoo, and downtown Seattle.

Downtown Seattle is about a 10-15 minute drive and there are e-bikes, e-scooters, and public transportation within walking distance.

Other Nearby attractions include:

* Ballard locks/Carl S English Jr Botanical Garden = 1.1 miles
* National Nordic Museum = 0.9 miles
* Golden Gardens Beach Park = 3.2 miles
* Discovery Park = 3.8 miles
* Woodland Park Zoo = 1.4 miles
* Green Lake = 2.6 miles
* University of Washington = 4.1 miles
* Space Needle = 4.7 mils
* Seattle Aquarium = 5.3 mils
* Pike Place Market = 5.3 miles

House is set for 6 and there is extra bedding provided for the futon in the basement/workout room.

Amenities at Central Ballard Retreat with Gym and AC

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Ballard, WA


Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(40 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
Awesome location and a homely experience! The Ballard Birdhouse is close to a lot of great restaurants in the Ballard downtown area as well as some cool experiences like the Ballard Locks. The house itself is quite roomy and accommodating and comfortably fit my 3 friends and me for a weekend guys trip. The couch was super cozy and we spent some time just chilling and watching Ted Lasso on it. The beds were excellent, providing a great night's sleep and making it hard to get up in the morning. The host, Bryan, was incredibly thorough and very responsive, making this stay a home run. Next time I'm back in Seattle, I hope this location is available so I can share it with others as we enjoy the surrounding area!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
This house is great! The beds were so comfortable, the house was clean, the towels were nice and fluffy. There was plenty of room to spread out. The location is great, allowing us to walk to restaurants, shopping, and the amazing Ballard Farmers Market! I hope to come back and stay here soon!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2025
Great house and great location to Seattle sure seeing.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2025
We really enjoyed our stay here! The location was excellent-lots of great restaurants within walking distance, plus a Sunday farmers market we loved exploring. The neighborhood itself was very quiet and felt safe, with minimal traffic on the surrounding streets. Public transportation was also close by, making it easy to get around without always relying on a car.HighlightsPlenty of walkable dining options and activities.Air-conditioning was a big plus (though it took some time to cool the house fully at night).Kitchen was stocked well enough for basic cooking; we appreciated having both a drip coffee machine and French press, along with a grinder.Parking for two smaller cars worked fine (garage driveway), though it’s worth noting the garage door mechanism can scrape if a trunk is open.Host was responsive and helpful, quickly addressing small supply needs.Things to NoteThe kitchen is on the smaller side, really only comfortable for 1 person at a time.The smallest bedroom felt a little tight with the queen bed, especially with extra furniture at the foot of the bed.It took about 15 minutes to reach the nearest freeway, though that’s more about location than the property itself.Final ThoughtsOverall, this was a great stay in a convenient, safe location. Perfect for enjoying local restaurants and markets, with a helpful host and a comfortable setup for a sma

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Central Ballard Retreat with Gym and AC. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Central Ballard Retreat with Gym and AC pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Central Ballard Retreat with Gym and AC?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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