Charming cottage in amazing Seattle neighborhood - only 15 minutes to downtown

Seattle, Washington
$450 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Birch Tree Cottage

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The Birch Tree Cottage is a nicely remodeled Cape Cod-style home conveniently located in the
quiet north Ravenna neighborhood. Perfect for families coming to Children’s Hospital, UW
Medical Center, or visiting the University of Washington. This home boasts a prime location just
one block from groceries, bakeries, and restaurants. Park for free in the off-street driveway. You
can easily take the bus to Children’s Hospital or head to the Light Rail Station, which is only
eight minutes from downtown. A charming community library is just one block away.

This home has been lovingly redone by the owners with an attention to energy conservation. It
has mini-split heating and AC with on-demand domestic hot water and LED lighting. There are
two full-size bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a sleeping loft. There is AC on the main floor and in
the primary bedroom keeping the the main living spaces comfortable all summer.

Step inside and be greeted by the light and bright interior with gorgeous hardwoods, kitchen and bath, and
personal touches throughout. The private primary bedroom is downstairs with a king bed, en
suite bath, and spacious closet. A second comfortable bedroom is on the main floor. The
sleeping loft upstairs has two sleeping spaces with a twin bed in each area. The sleeping loft is
the only area of the house without AC and can be quite warm in the summer.
This vacation rental has Pack ‘n Play, children’s books and games, and a large deck off the kitchen
with a gas BBQ perfect for summer cooking. The deck is a delightful place in the trees for
dining and morning coffee. The entire lot has mature landscaping with flowers and trees all
around.

The Birch Tree Cottage is in a unique location close to local shops, yet tucked in a quiet
residential street for a serene Seattle stay.

The surrounding Ravenna and Wedgwood neighborhoods offer all kinds of amazing places to
explore during your stay in Seattle. With a walking score of 82, you can easily walk to Top Pot
Donuts, Grateful Bread Bakery, Grand Central Bakery, Starbucks and Safeway. University
Village Shopping Center, University of Washington, Children’s Hospital, and UW Medical Center
are all a short neighborhood drive away. Stay in this cozy cottage and let us help you discover
the charm of this north Seattle neighborhood.

Things to know
No parties
No pets
Free parking on the street or in the back driveway
Guest entry instructions: This rental utilizes an E-lock, a digital lock that requires a unique code
to enter.
This code is reset after each guest's stay

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the Rental Agreement on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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: 1320 Sq Ft (123 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Detergent Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Free Offsite Parking Free Self Parking On Site Onsite Parking Street Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Free Toiletries Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Greg S.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    Nice well equipped house in a good locatiion.

  • Greg S.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    We enjoyed the convenience of the house to neighborhood amenities and the fact that it was in a quiet neighborhood.

  • Melanie P.

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    Cute home in a quiet neighborhood! Home was very clean and well maintained. Beds were very comfortable and kitchen and bathrooms had all the necessities. The deck was a nice area to relax in.

  • Ashley G.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    We were in town for our cousins Senior recital. The home is in our family’s neighborhood, so it made it very convenient to visit with them and then retire to our own space. The neighborhood has many great breakfast and lunch spots as well. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a great stay and location in the Seattle area.

  • Sean H.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 30, 2025

    Very nice and comfortable house. Living room with view of yard extremely pleasant. Quiet neighborhood with great local bakery and coffee shop around the corner.

  • Benjamin G.

    Submitted Feb 19, 2025

    Stayed Feb 11, 2025

    Great property - as advertised. Extremely friendly and responsive hosts.

  • Amy W.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    So many extra touches in this cute little house. I loved the modern and clean appliances in the kitchen, the canvas prints on the walls, the books and games for use, and the restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance. We stayed right after Halloween and the neighborhood houses were decorated and festive with fall colors everywhere. Our family had a great UW homecoming weekend!

  • Donald B.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Property is well maintained, very comfortable and within a block or two of three excellent bakeries/coffee shops. Easy drive to UW and to restaurants in Green Lake area. Very pleasant quiet neighborhood - we preferred over a downtown hotel.

  • Cori S.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 21, 2024

    Beautiful, older home with updates in a cute neighborhood. It was nice to be so close (walkable for those who enjoy walking places) to a tasty pizza spot down the road, donuts down around the corner, a grocery store, and even Seattle Children’s for our appointments. The kids loved the small rooms/beds upstairs, our bed/room was very comfortable, and the backyard was perfect for a relaxing evening on the deck and a place for kids to play safely. Highly recommended by our family!

  • Scott O.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    Very charming cottage with plenty of room in a convenient location for all of the Seattle area attractions. However, it should be noted that while the listing says the upstairs can get “warm” due to no air conditioning, it is actually HOT at 95+—our children had to sleep on the floor downstairs as it was unbearable. Rather disappointing to pay for 4 beds but only have 2 that are usable, especially when the problem could easily be solved by adding small window AC units.

  • ann s.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2024

    Stayed Jun 10, 2024

    This was an amazing Vrbo! The house was so cute and clean. The owners thought of everything. They even had a binder with near by take out places and parks. They had operational visual instructions to everything. We could walk to Starbucks, a bakery, and Safeway. The bedroom in basement has a king bed and beautiful bathroom. Very private. The floor level has a nice queen bed near a bathroom. Upstairs is perfect for kids with two twin beds in attic space. I am an adult but I fit up there just had to watch my head when I stood up, lol. Will definetly stay here again!

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Includes taxes and fees
$450+
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