Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in West 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!

Private 2 Bedroom Escape + Stunning Views + Sauna

Private 2-bedroom retreat with stunning views of Seattle skyline, Space Needle, mountains, and water. Enjoy an outdoor infrared sauna. Family-friendly and fully equipped with fast wifi, kitchen, living room, bathroom w/tub, laundry, and a cozy fireplace. Private patio with glass balcony to enjoy the amazing views and gorgeous sunrises. Quiet elegant neighborhood, with easy access to Alki beach, walkable restaurants, and water taxi to downtown Seattle. Free street parking in front of the house.

Red Door Flat, Luxurious Studio in West Seattle

Let stress flow away under one of the two shower heads in a luxurious sky lit bathroom. Grab a towel from a heated rack and slip into a soft robe. Watch widescreen TV from a king-size bed. Everything about this open and airy space is designed for relaxation. The studio is less than a mile to the main shopping area, main mass transit center to downtown Seattle and numerous grocery stores and restaurants. and a Sunday farmers' market runs all year. It's also just over a mile to Alki Beach.

Longfellow Creek

This one-bedroom apartment is nestled on a lovely property in the woods, and is still centrally located. The apartment is full of natural light, has Persian rug covered bamboo flooring throughout, a quartz counter-topped kitchen, fully tiled bathroom: floor and shower, and has a remarkably comfortable king size memory foam bed. Two pairs of french doors open the living room up to the garden. Longfellow creek borders the property, beavers included, and a network of park trails as-well.

View 1BD Luxury Suite 5 min 2 stadiums & downtown

Conveniently located 5 minutes to stadium t-mobile park and Lumen field. World Cup, World Series. west seattle location in north admiral neighborhood, with amazing Seattle skyline views, a private one bedroom suite with fireplace and extra bed and amazing city views, a luxurious spa shower, 11 minutes to Pike Place, 2 min walk to iconic seattle viewpoint park, kuerig and espresso machine, full modern kitchen, microwave, refrigerator, premium linens and memory foam king bed, Direct TV,

Modern Beach House | 180° Ocean Views + Downtown

Experience this architectural modern gem by Ryan Stephenson of Stephenson Collective, just a block from Alki Beach. Set in a peaceful neighborhood, it offers stunning 180-degree views of Puget Sound, the ocean, and the Olympic Mountains. Only a 5-minute walk to the beach and a short drive to Downtown Seattle, it’s an ideal base for exploring. Enjoy scenic sights of ferry boats, Bald Eagles, Seagulls, Seals, Orca Whales, kayakers, and more. An exceptional retreat awaits!

Urban Oasis West Seattle: Near Stadiums & Downtown

This urban oasis is nestled in a historic West Seattle orchard just minutes from the West Seattle bridge. You will have your own private entrance through the garden and enjoy a sun-filled one bedroom apartment with nine foot ceilings, a fireplace, and an outdoor secluded patio. The apartment includes a full kitchen complete with dishwasher, microwave, stove and refrigerator. It is equipped with a washer/dryer and heater/air conditioner to ensure a comfortable stay.

Seattle Alki Beach Cottage Studio

Welcome to your private, quiet retreat, featuring a tiny footprint with luxe features in a garden setting. Only 1-block from Alki beach, experience the best of PNW beach living. Your own secure building (325 sq ft studio) with kitchenette, queen bed, washer/dryer and air conditioning. The cottage studio has the added feature of its own lovely private outdoor area that is filled with garden blooms during the spring and summer. Find us on IG @alkicottage.

Near City, Walkable To Beach & Top Restaurants

Welcome to our private backyard studio oasis–perfect for solo travelers or couples. Nestled behind our home, enjoy the quiet, peaceful beauty of our lush backyard and the thoughtful amenities of the studio. A short walk from Alki Beach, an old growth forest, and top restaurants. Easy transit to downtown and stadiums, plus only 20 minutes from SeaTac. Relax, explore, or cheer on your team during events like the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026!

Alki Beach Oasis

One block from beautiful Alki Beach Park, this elegant and open studio apartment is custom decorated and professionally maintained. It’s peaceful and quiet, with fantastic restaurants and pubs, sandy beaches, and stunning sunsets just a short stroll from your door. Easy access to the city center via Seattle's famed Water Taxi puts all of Seattle's top attractions at your fingertips, making the Alki Beach Oasis the perfect beach getaway.

Charming 2 Bedroom Alki Home Steps to Beach

Escape to beautiful West Seattle and Alki Beach with a stay in this cozy home. It is perfectly set up for a vacation, remote work, walks on the beach and sunrise coffee or cocktails on the private patio. Set on a quiet street, one block from the Puget Sound and filled with sunlight and all the amenities for a comfortable stay, this is the perfect getaway for you and your family and friends.

Private West Seattle Garden Suite

Enjoy a cozy daylight basement suite with a private entrance and a full kitchen, surrounded by a garden and patio for your use. Set in a quiet neighborhood, it's just a 20 minute walk to the beach or Alaska Junction (the heart of West Seattle), and a short drive to parks, Alki beach or 20-30 minutes to downtown Seattle. It's a small but efficient space, perfect for a quiet getaway.