Ballard Cottage (Seattle) - Sleeps 2

Seattle, WA, United States

2 guests
1 bedroom
1 bathroom

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.

Good to know

The Earl Carriage House is ๐™– ๐™˜๐™๐™–๐™ง๐™ข๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ, ๐™ฉ๐™ฌ๐™ค-๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™ค๐™ง๐™ฎ ๐™˜๐™ค๐™ฉ๐™ฉ๐™–๐™œ๐™š, tucked away behind our home, offering plenty of space for a couple. While technically it is considered a โ€œbackyard cottage,โ€ it is accessed without ever entering our yard or shared spaces. You will have ๐™ฉ๐™ค๐™ฉ๐™–๐™ก ๐™ฅ๐™ง๐™ž๐™ซ๐™–๐™˜๐™ฎ. You'll also have dedicated ๐™ค๐™›๐™›-๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™ง๐™š๐™š๐™ฉ ๐™ฅ๐™–๐™ง๐™ ๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ 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, ๐™˜๐™–๐™—๐™ก๐™š ๐™๐™‘ ๐™ฌ๐™ž๐™ฉ๐™ ๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™ง๐™š๐™–๐™ข๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™œ ๐™ค๐™ฅ๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ๐™จ, and a dining area adjacent to a ๐™›๐™ช๐™ก๐™ก๐™ฎ ๐™š๐™ฆ๐™ช๐™ž๐™ฅ๐™ฅ๐™š๐™™ ๐™ ๐™ž๐™ฉ๐™˜๐™๐™š๐™ฃ, 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 ๐™ฌ๐™–๐™จ๐™๐™š๐™ง ๐™–๐™ฃ๐™™ ๐™™๐™ง๐™ฎ๐™š๐™ง. Relax in the ๐™ฆ๐™ช๐™š๐™š๐™ฃ-๐™จ๐™ž๐™ฏ๐™š๐™™ ๐™—๐™š๐™™ 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 ๐™ก๐™ช๐™ญ๐™ช๐™ง๐™ž๐™ค๐™ช๐™จ ๐™˜๐™ค๐™ฉ๐™ฉ๐™ค๐™ฃ ๐™ก๐™ž๐™ฃ๐™š๐™ฃ๐™จ, embroidered robes, slippers and a ๐™˜๐™ช๐™ง๐™–๐™ฉ๐™š๐™™ ๐™˜๐™ค๐™ก๐™ก๐™š๐™˜๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ ๐™ค๐™› ๐™›๐™š๐™–๐™ฉ๐™๐™š๐™ง ๐™ฅ๐™ž๐™ก๐™ก๐™ค๐™ฌ๐™จ 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. ๐˜พ๐™ค๐™ข๐™ฅ๐™ก๐™ž๐™ข๐™š๐™ฃ๐™ฉ๐™–๐™ง๐™ฎ ๐™˜๐™ค๐™›๐™›๐™š๐™š, ๐™ฉ๐™š๐™–, ๐™–๐™ฃ๐™™ ๐™–๐™จ๐™จ๐™ค๐™ง๐™ฉ๐™š๐™™ ๐™˜๐™š๐™ง๐™š๐™–๐™ก ๐™—๐™–๐™ง๐™จ ๐™–๐™ง๐™š ๐™ฅ๐™ง๐™ค๐™ซ๐™ž๐™™๐™š๐™™. 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.

Other Details to Note

Please note that there are many young families in the neighborhood (including our own). You will likely encounter the exuberant sights and sounds of children playing during your stay, especially during the summer months, though we've yet to have a guest be disturbed.

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades

Entertainment

  • Sound system

Family

  • Board games
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Internet and office

  • Pocket wifi

Kitchen and dining

  • Coffee maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Free street parking

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

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.

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.

Find us

Seattle, WA, United States

Ballard is an excellent home base for your visit to Seattle and provides easy access to many of Seattle's attractions. If you are flying into Seatac Airport, it is about a 30-45 minute drive to the Carriage House. Alternately, you can take the light rail from the airport to downtown and hop on a bus that will drop you about four easy blocks away. For visitors who are traveling by car, ECH offers private parking for up to two cars in the driveway. From our location, it's easy to access major highways and explore the city's many attractions. ECH has a rating of "Very Walkable" from Walk Score and is four blocks from public transportation that will take you downtown or anywhere you want to go! Public transportation in Seattle is operated by King County Metro, which offers bus service throughout the city and surrounding areas. There are multiple bus routes that can be accessed within just a few blocks. Visit the King County Metro website for schedules and fare information. If you prefer to explore Ballard on foot or by bike, there are several bike rental shops and walking tours available in the area. The Burke-Gilman Trail, a popular multi-use path that spans 18 miles from Ballard to Bothell, is just a few blocks from our Carriage House. Seattle is also home to several ride-sharing services, including Uber and Lyft, which offer convenient and affordable transportation options throughout the city. No matter how you choose to get around, our Carriage House in Ballard is the perfect base for exploring Seattle's many attractions and neighborhoods.

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Reviews

Mary
April 2026 · Airbnb
What a lovely little home! I could live there full time is if I needed to. It was set back from the street โ€” very quiet โ€” and we were in a peaceful and beautiful old Seattle neighborhood and near to restaurants and other amenities.
Jesse
April 2026 · Airbnb
Virginia was very welcoming and responsive! The space was clean and plenty of room for my husband and I. Close to everything in Ballard and a nice home base to explore the city from.
Southey
April 2026 · Airbnb
What a treasure this private little home is! The vibe is super cozy and private, and the location was wonderful -- walkable to coffee shops (5 min) and even the theater, restaurants & shops (15 min) in Ballard. The neighborhood was so charming and safe, and we happened upon a spectacular view of the mountains within a few blocks. Virginia and Brian were immediately responsive and accommodating, both with our last minute reservation and an extended stay request. We would love to stay here again! Especially during the springtime blossoming trees up and down the street!
Jane
March 2026 · Direct booking
Virginia was a perfect host and went the extra mile to make sure I had everything I needed. Her place is absolutely beautiful, so quiet and just perfect for all my needs. I would definitely love to stay again when I visit my son Thank you for a lovely stay Virginia. Kindest regards Jane
Sarah
March 2026 · Airbnb
Virginia's place was very cozy. Every detail was so thoughtful. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you could possibly need. The bed is extremely comfortable and there were even three levels of firmness offered for the pillows! Set back from the road and very quiet. We would highly recommend the Carriage House!
Robby
March 2026 · Airbnb
One of, if not the best Airbnb experience Iโ€™ve ever had. Beautiful space, great communication, and great amenities. Would stay every time I was in Seattle, if I could.