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SUPERB STUDIO LOCATION, Ballard Locks, Seattle, Wa.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2420 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Seattle, WA
  • Place, National Nordic Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballard Locks Fish Ladder
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Shilshole Bay Marina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Seattle

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Seattle, within a 10-minute drive of Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 and Lake Union. .This apartment is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from University of Washington and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Seattle Center.
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What's nearby

  • 28th Avenue Northwest Street End Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • National Nordic Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ballard Locks Fish Ladder - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shilshole Bay Marina - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Discovery Park - 15 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Westlake Mercer St Station - 11 min drive
  • King Street Station - 29 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballard Smoke Shop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ocho - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Boathouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pagliacci Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lockspot Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

SUPERB STUDIO LOCATION, Ballard Locks, Seattle, Wa.

Second house on large lot on dead end street, Two blocks north of the Ballard Locks. 5 minute walk to the beach (Shilshole), or walk to incredible Ballard nightlife and shopping and Ballard Farmer's Market, the best in the City. Beautiful sunsets over the Puget Sound and Secret Beach a couple blocks away, where you can rent paddleboards and kayaks.
Walk to legendary Ray's Boathouse Restaurant and the crab boil restaurant next door, 2 blocks down to the beach,
Private dedicated parking available behind the tan garage off of the alley behind the house between 56th Street and 57th Street NW, or in front of the house. The ADU is NOT the Tan garage, the first building off the alley. Continue across the patio to the back house, 3406 A.

Large private fenced back yard for barbecue and lounging and bird watching. Bikes available - 2 cruisers on property. Inflatable paddleboard is out and ready and kayaks also available for rent at Surf Ballard at Secret Beach, a quick walk to the beach at end of 57th Street, the next street.
Your house is located on the back of the lot with separate back entrance off of alley, or entrance through fenced side yard. You have your own kitchen and a deck overlooking the large back yard for fresh air, west facing, so you can see the sunsets. You are welcome to use the back yard to relax, stretch out, have a drink, or lounge in the hammock (summers only). Propane fire pit and patio heater and barbecue grill on patio. Dedicated Wi-Fi. HIGH SPEED
Ask us about our car rentals if you’re in need of a vehicle during your stay. Copy and paste this link if interested. https://turo.com/us/en/car-rental/united-states/seattle-wa/hyundai/sonata/2883560
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 420 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Don't do any wash, WE WILL DO IT AND WE WILL GET THE GARBAGE.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number STR-BB-OPLI-20-000613

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

SUPERB STUDIO LOCATION, Ballard Locks, Seattle, Wa. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really cute place, the hosts were very communicative. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean, nice patio and balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super nice place in a great area. It’s a 2 story with living area upstairs. The bed is a comfy double and everything looks fresh and new.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Had an enjoyable and pleasant stay at this studio in Ballard. Walking distance to many restaurants, to beautiful botanical garden and the canal locks. Easy drive to downtown Seattle. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean home, easy access. Plenty of options to keep the house cool if you come in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay here! Nice, comfortable accommodations, great location, and loved extra amenities. As former Ballard residents who visit annually, we hope to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet peaceful neighborhood. Parking very accessible. Cozy place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
This place was quaint and quiet, clean and comfortable. And full of all kinds of small thoughtful things. We stayed 4 nights and it was great for our needs. We recommend it!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was amazing. It was very clean, private and easy access to many places. I would definitely recommend if anyone looking for a place to stay in Ballard or Sunset Hills neighborhood.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great. Very welcoming and helpful. Sweet spot with everything we needed and a super location for walking. We will stay here again if we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay in Ballard. Clean, quiet, hospitable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and neighborhood

Great stay in Ballard and Seattle in general! Very clean and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was well thought out and well stocked. Our hosts were very responsive and the price point was reasonable. We enjoyed walking in the neighborhood and into the main part of Ballard where there are excellent restaurants and shops.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy little getaway

Nice little cozy place for a couple, had everything we needed, good location near stores and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Great location peaceful yard
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully comfortable and quiet accommodations with every amenity one could want! Easy and clear information provided throughout the booking and stay. Certainly a class act!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy place that felt like home!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owners communicate and check in with you. Perfect little spot in Ballard and historic Ballard is walkable. Great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Cute little suite close to buses and in a safe neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy parking. Kitchen had everything we needed and the upstairs living and sleeping area was cozy and worked fine for us. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location!

This place allowed us to explore Ballard and the rest of Seattle with ease--and then to relax out on the deck and enjoy a great view when we got back. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location to be able to explore the area easily. Loved that were bikes available to use. Had all the basic necessities and it was easy to check in/check out.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a good experience, very comfortable stay when we locked ourselves outside they came in the middle of the night and open the door for us owners are very easy to get a hold of would gotta come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great site. Great location

Great location. Easy access. Comfy bed. Clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfortable with very responsive hosts

This cozy space has everything you might need for a comfortable and fun stay. In terms of location, we really enjoyed being able to walk to all kinds of neat places nearby. Would definitely come back to stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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