Boutique Chic Garden Retreat a Fremont Oasis w/ a BBQ, fire pit & outdoor dining

Seattle, Washington
$451 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
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Boutique Chic Garden Retreat

Historic Craftsman Vacation Rental in Fremont, Seattle – Walk Everywhere!

Welcome to Boutique Chic Garden Retreat, a beautifully restored 1909 Craftsman vacation home in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, famously known as the “Center of the Universe.”

This private 2+ bedroom, 1 bathroom Seattle vacation rental blends historic charm with modern comfort and designer style. With 1,500 square feet of living space, a fenced garden patio, gas firepit, air conditioning, and free street parking, this home offers the perfect balance of city convenience and peaceful retreat.

If you’re searching for a walkable Seattle Rental near Ballard, downtown, breweries, restaurants, and parks — this is it.

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Why Choose Boutique Chic Garden Retreat

✔ Prime Fremont location (Walk Score 90)
✔ Private fenced patio with gas firepit & BBQ
✔ Indoor gas fireplace
✔ Air conditioning in bedrooms
✔ Free and easy street parking
✔ Walk to restaurants, breweries & shops
✔ Near Burke-Gilman Trail, Ballard & Green Lake
✔ 4 miles to Downtown Seattle attractions

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, girls’ weekend, family trip, or special celebration, this Seattle vacation home is designed for comfort, connection, and joy.

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The Home

The Kitchen

Small but thoughtfully designed and fully stocked.
• Stainless appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, electric stove)
• Rolling stainless island with bar seating (great for prep or remote work)
• Everything you need to cook and entertain

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Outdoor Patio & Garden

Step outside from the kitchen into your private fenced garden oasis.

• Gas BBQ
• Outdoor gas firepit
• Dining table for 6+
• Surrounded by mature trees and flowers

It feels worlds away from the city — yet you’re right in the heart of Seattle.

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Bedrooms

2 main-floor bedrooms
• Queen beds
• Air conditioning units
• Ceiling fans
• Closets, luggage racks, hooks & hangers
• Fun, colorful artwork

3rd bonus bedroom/living space (basement)
• Full-size hide-a-bed sofa
• TV
• Dresser
• Second lounge area

Perfect for kids, extra guests, or a private movie night space.

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Living Room

Bright and comfortable with treetop views.
• Gas fireplace
• Couch + two chairs
• Dimmer lighting for cozy evenings

You’ll never feel like you’re in the middle of a major city.

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Dining Room

A standout feature of the home.
• Dining table for 6
• Statement parrot wallpaper
• Coordinated tableware
• Red & white wine glasses + champagne flutes
• Dim lighting for special dinners

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Bathroom

• Walk-in shower (no bathtub)
• Fine Turkish towels
• Located off kitchen and rear bedroom

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Basement Level (Updated 2021)

• Open two-room layout
• Washer & dryer
• Private desk workspace (great for remote work)
• 400+ sq ft of additional living space

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Parking

Free street parking directly in front of the home — easy and reliable.

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Location: Seattle’s “Center of the Universe”

Staying in Fremont means you are centrally located between Fremont and Ballard, two of Seattle’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Walk To:

• Bus stop to downtown (2–3 blocks)
• Grocery stores & markets
• Breweries & coffee shops
• Restaurants & retail
• Large park & playground
• Burke-Gilman Trail (2 blocks)

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Nearby Restaurants & Breweries

Between Fremont and Ballard you’ll find award-winning dining and some of Seattle’s best breweries including:

• The Walrus and the Carpenter
• RockCreek Seafood & Spirits
• Staple & Fancy
• Fremont Brewing
• Reuben’s Brews
• Stoup Brewing

Live music nearby at:
• Tractor Tavern
• Nectar Lounge
• High Dive
• Fremont Abbey Arts Center

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Things to Do Near the House

Outdoor adventures are just minutes away:

• Woodland Park Zoo (1 mile)
• Green Lake Park (2 miles)
• Gas Works Park (1.5 miles via Burke-Gilman Trail)
• Ballard Locks (2 miles)
• Golden Gardens Park (4.5 miles)

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Downtown Seattle Attractions (Approx. 4 Miles)

• Pike Place Market
• The Seattle Great Wheel
• Seattle Center
• Space Needle
• Chihuly Garden and Glass
• Pacific Science Center
• Seattle Aquarium
• Olympic Sculpture Park

Stadiums (5 miles):
• Seattle Seahawks
• Seattle Mariners
• Seattle Sounders FC

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The Perfect Seattle Vacation Rental

If you’re looking for:

• A walkable Seattle Short term rental
• A Fremont vacation rental with parking
• A charming Craftsman house near Ballard
• A private patio and firepit
• Easy access to downtown Seattle
• Breweries, restaurants, parks and trails nearby

You truly can’t beat the Boutique Chic Garden Retreat.


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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) 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

    Recycling Unit Size: 1400 Sq Ft (130 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Not Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

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

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

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 Stairs To Reach Property If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Rebecca C.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    A lovely stay! We especially enjoyed the side yard for our morning coffee!

  • Grace C.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Apr 5, 2026

    Charming and cozy house with thoughtful amenities and lots of character. As if you’re staying in someone’s home. It’s well taken care of! The fireplace is lovely and so is the backyard. There is one bathroom and the third bedroom is downstairs in the basement, but it is nicely set up. The stay was great. We had a hiccup at check in but the host went above and beyond and simply made it right and quickly. Appreciate the human touch.

  • Michelle K.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Apr 2, 2026

    This was a perfect place to stay. In town for my son’s wedding and everything was great! Easy parking, safe and quiet neighborhood. Definitely recommend! Our hist responded quickly when she was told we left some items behind. Sent them to us right away!

  • Jenny G.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    So adorable! Nice neighborhood!

  • Kevin S.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2026

    Stayed Mar 13, 2026

    Very enjoyable stay. Great place in a great neighborhood.

  • Nathan M.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Very cute and cozy

  • Anthony K.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    Super cute place. Location was excellent.

  • Colleen R.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2025

    Stayed Nov 24, 2025

    Our stay was lovely!

  • Heather K.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    We loved having a fireplace on the chilly nights, home was very clean and well stocked. We were able to walk to restaurants and found parking on the street easily. Very stylish decor.

  • Amber L.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 29, 2025

    The space was exactly where we wanted to be just outside downtown Seattle, walking distance to groceries, cafes and bars. Plenty of street parking for a low stress experience. We enjoyed many an hour reading by the fireplace and cooking our own meals. Laundry in the basement is always a lifesaver for packing.

  • mike n.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    So many things were right. Listing has 3 bedroom I believe. It really isn't!Couch in living area is very uncomfortable!Mattresses in both bedrooms are very old.

  • Blaine C.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Would stay here again! Wonderful experience.

  • Jennifer J.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Super cute house. Very clean and close to good food and supermarkets. Had everything we needed.

  • Jamie M.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Perfect spot, great for a girlfriends weekend!

  • Renee W.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 29, 2025

    This home is clean, well appointed, in a great location, and we would definitely stay here again. Funky, eclectic, and comfortable. Easy communication with host.

  • Jesse L.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    Absolutely perfect little spot for our family. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in the area.

  • Erica R.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 9, 2025

    Beautiful home with lots of charm. Quite neighborhood that’s conveniently located.

  • Max L.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2025

    Stayed Aug 24, 2025

    Great stay in adorable place! The only issue is the beds and pillows were very very soft and thick.

  • Darna H.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    Place was very clean in a nice quiet neighborhood. I would definitely stay again. Close Uber ride to downtown.

  • Alex L.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Had a girls trip here, it was absolutely beautiful property, the owner was amazing. We had a great time!

  • Fran B.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Easy check in, host was helpful. Great neighborhood and location

  • Wendy A.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Great responsiveness by the host, beautiful house, and great location - walking distance to several restaurants.

  • Kimberly H.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 30, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend the home for families staying in Seattle!

  • Tony L.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    My family and I had a comfortable stay (8 days) at this cozy property in July, 2025. The beds were comfortable, the bathroom had great water pressure, the location was convenient, and the neighborhood was quiet. I also appreciate the quality of cookware in the kitchen because we had dinner at the property each night (Trader Joe's a few minutes away). There are a handful of additional things that I really appreciate about this property such as the close proximity to the park, additional towels/linens, and outdoor BBQ area. Keep in mind that there is only 1 bathroom, and it has a standup shower, so that might be a dealbreaker if you need a bath tub. My twin 9-year olds, 12-year old, wife, and I made it work but it took a little bit of coordinating. After long days exploring the Seattle area, we had very comfortable evenings watching movies in the basement bedroom, playing card games in the living room, enjoying the cool breeze on the front porch, cooking in the back yard, and enjoying meals in the dining room. Really, we had a comfortable and enjoyable time in this home away from home. I'll also add that the decor of the home was cheerful; such a charming and bright place to relax in.I'll end this review by sharing how helpful Alycia (property owner) was with sharing information. I sent her a few text messages about good neighborhoods, schools, and activities in Seattle. She responded with very thoughtful and thorough insights. Sooo nice to have a great host. Many thanks!

  • Brendan L.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Awesome place to stay. All bedrooms and common living area was very comfortable.

  • Erin B.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We loved our stay here! The neighborhood was great, and we enjoyed exploring from here as our home base!

  • Rodney K.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 25, 2025

    Beautiful house - great locationEnjoyed our stay

  • Katie W.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    It's so well decorated, gorgeous little garden outside. Bedrooms are spare but beds are comfortable and the temperature can be adjusted with air conditioning units in the windows. Basement bedroom is very unfinished, but fine for a teen.

  • Mary F.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    The house is charming and well stocked with everything. And it is in a great neighborhood. Also parking was always easy right next to the house.

  • Kelly F.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Great stay. Two days in Seattle before our cruise. Home was a perfect oasis. Very convenient to downtown and cruise port. Very clean and well stocked. Great communications with owner.

  • Guy B.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 17, 2025

    Had a great time here. House had two bedrooms on the main floor and a pullout in the basement. Kitchen was stocked. All around great!

  • Nicole E.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Good neighborhood and close to everything.

  • Kate H.

    Submitted May 27, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We stayed here last month and were excited to come back. It’s the perfect location for the Seattle center. Finding this was a gem.

  • Kate H.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    Such a cute property in a lovely neighborhood. The setup was perfect for our family of 4. Super easy check in/out process. It had everything we needed for our stay. Looking forward to our next visit.

  • Roxanne R.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2024

    Stayed Dec 7, 2024

    The photos don’t do this home justice! We walked in and felt a wave of magic and colorful inspiration!! The table fit all six of us and we had a lovely dinner and it made for even better photos. Highly reccomend, the host was super accommodating and has great communication. Thank you!

  • Emma T.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Property was super cute and very clean. Plenty of extra towels and blankets. Loved being able to park our truck in a safe feeling neighborhood, while we ubered into downtown. The only thing my husband would have liked was a bigger shower as he is over 6 feet tall:) haha

  • Jean K.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    The house is adorable and immaculate. Beds are amazing, highly recommend!

  • Hannah S.

    Submitted Oct 17, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    My best friends and I stayed at the Boutique Chic Garden Retreat for my 30th Birthday! We decorated it to the theme of “Love Island” and had a great night filled with good food and games! Alycia was a great host with amazing communication! I would most definitely stay here again, it was a very unique place with unforgettable memories I’ll share for a lifetime with my friends!

  • Rosemary S.

    Submitted Sep 26, 2024

    Stayed Sep 7, 2024

    Quick response time and location was ideal.

  • Bryan T.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    Cozy Seattle home. Upadated, Super clean, comfortable- great access to Ballard and Fremont areas.

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