NOW AVAILABLE! The Holdfast: Rare 3-Bedroom Garden Retreat Near Old Ballard

Seattle, Washington
$299 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Apartment

Property Type

Sleep 7

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to The Holdfast, where classic Ballard character meets modern comfort. The Holdfast is the spacious daylight lower level of one of the neighborhood’s original homes, thoughtfully preserved while surrounding properties have been redeveloped. That legacy means something special for today’s guests: generous indoor and outdoor space just a short walk from the heart of Ballard. Stroll to cafés, restaurants, boutiques, parks and the year-round farmers market, or hop on abus one block away. Downtown Seattle is a 15-minute drive, making the Holdfast an ideal home base for exploring the city.

Inside, you’ll find a cook's kitchen, heated floors, and natural stone tile. Three inviting bedrooms, with a king, queen, and full-size bed, provide workspace and privacy, while the living area offers room to gather. Media lovers will appreciate fiber internet and four TVs with syncable soundbars. A walk-in shower with satisfying water pressure and endless hot water gives spa vibes. Throughout the home, original works by Pacific Northwest artists grace the walls.

Kids and pets are welcome. The fenced yard provides room to play, and feline guests have access to a massive catio. The property is neighbored by an elementary school and community center, providing access to playgrounds and ballfields. Your host grew up in the area, lives upstairs, and is happy to offer recommendations or other help, with childcare and pet care available by arrangement.

After a day exploring the Ballard Locks, Nordic Museum, or Golden Gardens, unwind in the cedar sauna or relax in the garden, surrounded by seasonal blooms and shaded in the afternoon by Ballard's best known trees, two gigantic London planes designated Seattle Heritage Trees. Whether you’re visiting Seattle for adventure, work, or time with loved ones, the Holdfast offers an unusual combination of space, privacy, nature, and neighborhood life in one of Seattle’s most beloved communities.

Beginning fall 2026, the Holdfast is welcoming short-term guests for the first time.

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total (up To 999 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1100 Sq Ft (102 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Available Limo/town Car Service Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby Whale Watching Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Babysitting Service Available Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Lake Near A Zoo Near The Bay
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces 3 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Designated Smoking Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas Visual Alarms In Hallways Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 12:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 7

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School District Availability

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$299+
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