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Refined Wallingford Craftsman • Perfect Family Retreat near Parks, Zoo & UW

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather armchairs, a grey sofa, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
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A two-story house with a front porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained lawn.
A living room with a dark green sofa, a leather armchair, and a marble coffee table with a potted plant.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, a bench, and a sofa with cushions.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, Lake Union
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gas Works Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodland Park Zoo
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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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.

Refined Wallingford Craftsman • Perfect Family Retreat near Parks, Zoo & UW

Experience refined Seattle living in this luxurious Wallingford Craftsman. Elegant woodwork, designer furnishings, and modern comforts throughout. Enjoy 4 serene bedrooms, a stylish kitchen, spacious dining for 10, and a private backyard with outdoor dining. Walk to top cafés, parks, and boutiques. Perfect for discerning travelers, families, and groups seeking classic charm with upscale comfort.

The space
🛏️ 4 spacious bedrooms across 2 levels — 3 king beds + kids’ loft with 2 twins + optional futon in office loft
🏡 Restored 1910s craftsmanship with rich woodwork & designer finishes
🔥 Gas fireplace + cozy living rooms for relaxing evenings
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances & coffee maker
🍽️ Dining table seats up to 10 for shared meals & celebrations
💻 Dedicated work area with desk, outlets & fast Wi-Fi
🧺 Two washers & dryers for extended stays
🌳 Private backyard with lounge seating
🪑 Covered front porch with swing — perfect for your morning coffee
👶 Kid-friendly loft with books, toys & “secret room” nook
💨 Central heating + portable fans for comfort year-round
❄️ A/C throughout the upstairs (not on main floor)
📺 Smart TV for movie nights + easy streaming
🚗 Easy, free street parking out front (+ optional alley space)
🔐 Keypad entry + exterior security cameras for peace of mind

Enjoy the entire home with private access to both front and backyards. Whether you’re gathered around the dining table, working from the upstairs loft, or relaxing by the fireplace, there’s room for everyone to spread out or come together.

Walk to Wallingford’s bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and Gas Works Park, or take a short drive to:
📍 University of Washington (5 min)
📍 Green Lake & Fremont (5–10 min)
📍 Downtown Seattle (10–15 min)

Experience the best of Seattle — classic Craftsman charm, modern comfort, and a walkable neighborhood full of local favorites.

☆ Guest access ☆
You’ll have private, keyless access through the front entrance for a seamless check-in. Most guests find plenty of free street parking right out front. If spots are limited or you’re traveling with more than one car, there’s also one additional parking space behind the home, accessible through the alley.

☆ Other things to note ☆
Guests are welcome to use the laundry facilities located in the basement. For safety reasons, children should not access this area. A latch is installed for your convenience and should remain secured when the space isn’t in use.

❄️ The Air Conditioning (A/C) is only available on the 2nd floor (top floor) of the home while the main floor where the living room, kitchen, dining room and primary bedroom do not have A/C.

🏷️ My pricing is dynamic and may change daily based on demand, availability, season, and local events. If you find dates and a rate that work well for you, we encourage you to book soon, as prices may increase or decrease over time.

💳 This listing requires a refundable $1000 damage deposit. Once your booking is confirmed, you'll receive a secure link (sent via email/guest portal) to provide a payment method for the deposit. No funds are collected at that time — the amount is placed on hold a few days before arrival and released within a few days of checkout, provided there's no damage to report.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of University of Washington. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 14 minutes by foot from Lake Union and a 3-minute drive from University of Washington
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

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

General

  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Lock the doors and return the keys
Please message me once you've checked out so we can come over and clean.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

🚭 Absolutely no smoking tobacco, candles, incense, weed, or illicit substances inside the home or in the yard.
$500 fee if this rule is broken, plus actual costs and cleaning billed at $75/hour.
-No Parties or unregistered guests are allowed to stay in the unit. No more than 10 guests on the property at any time unless permission is given.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-22-001839
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Refined Wallingford Craftsman • Perfect Family Retreat near Parks, Zoo & UW Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for a week for my daughter’s wedding. It was great for a group and easy to walk to grocery store or an evening out . The house is charming and incredibly well supplied .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clover W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was beautiful and kitchen had everything we needed, including snacks and coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great for family. Love the craftsman architecture. Property was clean. Plenty of living space. Bedrooms were comfortable. Kitchen was setup well for cooking. Enjoyed the outdoor patio. Off street parking was great! Communication with host was awesome. Location was great. Just a short walk to Wallingford main shopping district and a walkable distance to the Fremont Street Market. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive to my messages. This location is incredibly well stocked. Kitchen is large enough for several to cook together. And it has all the supplies for cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We, five adult women, stayed for three nights to celebrate a birthday, and the home was absolutely wonderful. It’s beautiful, thoughtfully designed, and exceptionally well-appointed—we truly appreciated all the special touches. The kitchen and bathrooms were the best equipped of any short-term rental I’ve experienced.We loved both the space and the location, with easy walks to Gas Works Park and the Fremont Sunday Farmers Market. Street parking was easy and the neighborhood was quiet. The owner was responsive and helpful, and both check-in and check-out were seamless. I would absolutely recommend this home and would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our post Christmas visit to Seattle. Perfect location with a small grocery on the corner, and 5 blocks to the QFC. Also a short 6 block stroll to Gasworks Park on Lake Union. Kitchen was very well stocked with dishes and utensils. House is heated with old fashioned radiators which, when combined with gas fireplace makes for a cozy stay. Beds are very comfortable, and enjoyed the vintage decor. Easy check in and check out, and great communication with host throughout our stay. Definitely recommend this home for family get togethers and look forward to staying again on our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rose B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house did not disappoint.Communication was quick and easy...all done through the VRBO messaging system. Check-in and check-out super easy. The house was very clean, well appointed with a fully stocked kitchen and just an overall cozy and comfortable space. We were in town for the holidays and enjoyed the ability to make dinner and host family one of the evenings we were around. The location was also on point. We were a short 5 min walk to tennis courts/playground, 10 min walk to Wallingford's main drag with access to restaurants, liquor store, grocery store. A 15 min walk in the opposite direction had even more restaurants/cafes and a bouldering facility. Lee provided some great recs. Go to Sea Wolf if you like baked goods. It will be one of the best decisions of your life. You can thank Lee later.While there was no dedicated parking, we never had a problem finding parking close to the house.Thanks Lee for sharing your space with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025