Secluded Backyard Cottage on Walkable Phinney Ridge

Seattle, Washington
$140 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Welcome! Our backyard cottage is:

Clean: The cottage is all new construction from 2011. We clean professionally between guests and we work to keep the living spaces uncluttered and open. We will follow Vrbo guidelines for cleaning in this time of the pandemic, and we will leave at least three vacant nights between guests. For more details, please request one of our attachments that describes our response to the pandemic. (The Phinney Cottage in the Time of the Pandemic.)

Private: The cottage is a completely self-contained unit detached from our house. The entrance to the cottage is down seven gentle steps (see photo) from our driveway. It includes a kitchenette and a bathroom with a shower stall. Enjoy your own patio for outdoor eating, coffee drinking or reading. You may park off-street in our driveway if you require that.

In a Great location: Easy neighborhood walks will take you to all manner of restaurants, coffee shops, bookstores, and the usual retail attractions of the big city. The Woodland Park Zoo is so close we can hear the siamangs at feeding time. Phinney Ridge rates as “very walkable” with a 79 “Walkability Score.” If you walk over the top of Phinney Ridge, go down to and around Greenlake, and then return to our cottage, you will have taken one of America’s best urban five-mile walks. The location also is perfect for parents visiting children going to the University of Washington or Seattle Pacific U.

Comfortable: The cottage has natural light on all four sides plus a skylight. All the windows have shades (and screens in season.) The bed is a queen-size top-of-the-line convertible couch. [The cushions on the bed were replaced in 2018.] There is plenty of hot water from a dedicated water heater. The mini-kitchen includes a microwave oven with an exhaust fan, a two-burner stovetop, a mini-fridge, an automatic water boiler, a blender, and a toaster. We have supplied the kitchen with the basics if you want to take meals in. There is plenty of short-term storage, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and an iPhone hook-up so you can play your own music.

Safe: We live in a quiet neighborhood with families with kids and grandkids. Our cottage is at the end of our driveway and it is illuminated by motion-detection lights and protected by dead-bolt locks.

Attention to detail: Rick Treston, one of Seattle’s true craftsman builders, managed all construction. The bathroom and the foyer are finished with imported Italian tile. The patio features tumbled blue stone pavers. There are hand-finished surfaces throughout. The kitchen counter is granite. The landscaping was designed and installed by Classic Nursery and Landscaping of Woodinville, WA.

Solar powered: As of early 2013, the Phinney Cottage is now powered by solar panels on our property. Go green!

Tale of the Tape: Inside dimensions over-all: 13’ x 25’ or 325 square feet; Main room: 206 sq. ft.; Bathroom: 38 sq. ft.; Patio: 112 sq. ft.

Updated: 3July2020

Keywords: cottage, private entrance, quiet, University of Washington, Seattle Pacific University

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

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 Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 325 Sq Ft (30 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Ice Maker Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 12:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • DC S.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 15, 2025

    Peter and Anne's quiet cottage was lovely. The location and amenities made for a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

  • Emilie D.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2025

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    Peter & Anne were so welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay!

  • Rissa O.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    This was one of those rentals I plan to come back to! Quiet, walkable/right next to Green Lake, a cozy cottage with everything we needed, and a beautiful garden and patio to boot! Peter and Anne were such personable and welcoming hosts. All around a great experience!

  • Ally T.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 10, 2025

    Great location and true to listing. Easy access to the cottage from the driveway. Loved the private patio to watch birds and squirrels in the morning. Peter and Anne were great hosts!

  • Betty J.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Don't let the pull-out bed dissuade you. It was very comfortable. Perfect location - close to family I was visiting.Cozy cottage was perfect for my short visit.

  • Shelby W.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 31, 2025

    Peter and Anne were lovely and their place was exactly as described/pictured. Such a great neighborhood and will definitely be coming back to stay with them!

  • M Sue W.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Perfect location. The owners are very friendly. Place is very clean and has a beautiful sitting area in the garden. Great place for a glass of wine!

  • Joni D.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    We en joyed our stay in Peter and Anne’s cottage. Quiet neighborhood and the sofa bed was comfortable. They have thought of everything! The lovely gardens were in full bloom. Thank you!

  • Sarah M.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    I really enjoyed my stay in this pleasant neighborhood. The cottage and area were clean and safe. If you're a walker there are quite a lot of things to do nearby. I would stay here again if in the area.

  • Kyle S.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 10, 2025

    Great location, really nice/accommodating couple. Would definitely stay there again.

  • Brian M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay. The space was perfect for the two of us, and is located in a beautiful neighborhood. Peter and Anne are wonderful hosts and we're very accommodating..

  • Jaime C.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Peter and Anne were so accommodating and welcoming. The cottage was perfect for my husband and I, and is located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to several restaurants and bus stops. We would love to stay here again!

  • N W.

    Submitted May 10, 2025

    Stayed May 3, 2025

    Super comfortable, with lovely gardening all around. Owners are super lovely, everything you need to know is in their notebook.

  • Krista A.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    Lovely cottage at a great location on Phinney Ridge. Hosts are very nice, helpful, & easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!

  • Kamee Y.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    Beautiful stay thank you

  • Janice Y.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Jan 14, 2025

    Charming cottage in a beautiful neighborhood with multiple places to eat, all within walking distance.

  • flow w.

    Submitted Nov 25, 2024

    Stayed Nov 21, 2024

    Great place comfortable location excellent

  • Kim C.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 29, 2024

    A great stay in a classic Seattle neighborhood. Super quiet, very homey cottage, hosts make off street parking available for one car. Peter and Anne are very gracious, thoughtful, responsive, and respect their guests' privacy. I look forward to returning

  • Laura W.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 14, 2024

    Thoughtful caring hosts. Showed in every detail including in person. Cozy and comfortable

  • Submitted Oct 30, 2024

    Stayed Oct 26, 2024

    This cottage was everything I needed for my short visit to Seattle. The hosts were incredibly friendly and easy to communicate with.

  • Bobby M.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    Anne and Peter are the most gracious hosts. Their cottage was perfect for my stay and the Phinney neighborhood was amazing.

  • Matthew G.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    We took a weekend anniversary trip to Seattle and stayed at the Phinney cottage. Peter and Anne are lovely people and excellent hosts. The cottage is a short walking distance to some great restaurants and bars. We had everything we needed and the patio was a sweet spot to have a glass of wine, relax, and admire the garden. We hope to stay there again!

  • Brent M.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    Wonderful experience all around. The hosts are kind and very accommodating. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. Would recommend highly.

  • Sean S.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 15, 2024

    The cottage is truly an oasis on Phinney Ridge! The beautiful and green back patio is a serenade of birdsong each morning with the underlying burble of a nearby fountain making the space feel like it’s next to a stream. There are plenty of amenities including a stovetop and microwave. What’s more, the pullout bed is incredibly comfortable, going far beyond my expectations. Peter and Anne are wonderful hosts!

  • Alberto V.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2024

    Stayed Jun 25, 2024

    The rental was perfect. Location, neighborhood, accessibility, privacy, amenities everything was great. Peter and Anne are the best hosts and I don't think I could have enjoyed my stay any more. Everything was absolutely perfect and I can't wait to stay with them again.

  • Olga B.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    My friend and I had a wonderful time staying at the cottage. Peter and Anne were friendly and communicative through the entire process, and we appreciated the guidebook that was provided for guests. Check-in and checkout was easy and straightforward. Lots of smart storage solutions and amenities were provided in a small space, and the neighborhood was peaceful and quiet.

  • John L.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    This is exactly what we look for in a VRBO: economical, good location, clean, friendly and accessible hosts, and very comfortable. We will gladly stay here again.

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