Luxury Waterview Stay l By Stadiums +Walk To Beach
Seattle, WA, United States
Experience Seattle from this beautifully renovated top-floor Ballard retreat with panoramic Puget Sound & Olympic Mountain views. Enjoy unforgettable sunsets, sailboats gliding across the Sound & passing trains along the waterfront—a unique part of this iconic Ballard setting. Relax on your private deck with fire table & Blackstone grill. 3BR + office, 2BA, A/C, parking & no-step access. Walk to Ballard Locks, Golden Gardens & Ray’s Boathouse. Perfect for fall getaways & Seahawks Game weekends!
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Experience Seattle from this beautifully renovated top-floor Ballard retreat with panoramic Puget Sound and Olympic Mountain views. Enjoy unforgettable sunsets from your private deck, a chef-ready kitchen, luxury finishes, A/C, heated bathroom floors, dedicated workspace, in-unit laundry and no-step access throughout the home. Walk to Ray’s Boathouse, the Ballard Locks, Shilshole Bay Marina and the Burke-Gilman Trail, with Golden Gardens Beach just minutes away. Downtown Seattle, Pike Place Market, the Space Needle, Climate Pledge Arena, Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park are all within easy reach. Perfect for families, couples, friends, business travelers and extended Seattle stays. 3 Bedrooms + Office/Den | 2 Bathrooms | King + 2 Queens | Sleeps 6 | Top Floor | Private Deck | No-Step Access | Covered Parking | A/C | WiFi | W/D Located beside an active rail line—see “Other Things to Note” for details. 🏡 TOP-FLOOR LIVING + NO-STEP ACCESS Welcome to your Ballard home away from home! This fully renovated, single-level top-floor home combines modern comfort with some of the most beautiful views in Seattle. Expansive west-facing windows fill the home with natural light while framing Puget Sound, Shilshole Bay, sailboats and the Olympic Mountains. From morning coffee to family dinners and spectacular Pacific Northwest sunsets, the scenery becomes part of your stay. Another major perk: there are no steps or stairs required from the dedicated parking area to the entrance or throughout the home, making arrival with luggage, children or groceries especially convenient. 🛏️ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Primary Bedroom — King Bed Relax in the spacious primary bedroom featuring a plush king mattress and ample storage. This bedroom is positioned at the back of the home, furthest from the nearby rail line, and is generally the most insulated bedroom from outside train noise. A full bathroom with walk-in shower is located just across from the bedroom. Queen Suite — Water & Mountain Views Wake up to one of the most memorable views in the house. This queen bedroom overlooks Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains and features its own private ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower. Because this bedroom is positioned closer to the water-facing side of the home and rail line, guests may notice passing trains more from this room—but the tradeoff is an incredible front-row view of the Sound, mountains and passing sailboats. Third Bedroom — Queen Bed The third bedroom features a comfortable queen mattress, plush bedding and convenient access to the second full bathroom located directly across the hall. A Graco Pack 'n Play is also available for families traveling with little ones. 🌊 PANORAMIC PUGET SOUND + OLYMPIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS The view is truly the centerpiece of this home. From its elevated top-floor position, enjoy approximately 180° views of Puget Sound, Shilshole Bay and the Olympic Mountains from the living room, dining area, office and private deck. Watch sailboats glide across the Sound, boats make their way toward the Ballard Locks and the mountains change colors as the sun begins to set. On clear evenings, settle in for a front-row seat to some truly incredible Pacific Northwest sunsets. 🌅 PRIVATE DECK + FIRE TABLE + BLACKSTONE GRILL Step outside onto your private view deck, cozy up around the fire table and watch the sunset over Puget Sound. Prepare breakfast, burgers or a sunset dinner on the 2-burner Blackstone flat-top griddle while taking in the water and mountain views. Whether you're sharing morning coffee, grilling birthday steaks or enjoying drinks as the sun disappears behind the Olympics, the deck is one of our favorite places in the home. 🍳 FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN Whether you're making a quick breakfast before heading to Golden Gardens or preparing dinner for the whole group, the kitchen is stocked for guests who actually enjoy cooking. You'll find: Caraway ceramic cookware Quality knives and cooking utensils Glass food-storage containers Spices and kitchen essentials Full-size appliances Coffee setup Generous counter and prep space Gather around the beautiful solid walnut dining table with seating for six while enjoying sweeping water and mountain views. Dinner at home comes with a pretty spectacular backdrop. 🔥 THOUGHTFUL LUXURY DETAILS The home has been completely renovated with comfort and ambiance in mind. Enjoy heated bathroom floors, walk-in showers, LED vanity mirrors, dimmable lighting throughout, an electric fireplace, new mini-split heating and A/C, Smart TV with Roku, high-speed WiFi and an in-unit washer and dryer. After a full day exploring Ballard and Seattle, everything you need to relax is waiting at home. 💻 WORK-FROM-HOME WITH A VIEW Need to mix a little work into your Seattle stay? The separate office/den features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Ballard Locks and surrounding scenery, along with an electric standing desk for a comfortable work-from-home setup. It's a pretty hard office view to beat. High-speed WiFi makes the home an excellent option for remote workers, business travelers and longer Seattle stays. 🏄 EXPERIENCE PUGET SOUND Want to get out on the water? We have four stand-up paddleboards available to rent, subject to availability. Message your host for details. 📍 STAY IN BALLARD — ONE OF SEATTLE'S FAVORITE NEIGHBORHOODS You'll be tucked into Ballard near the water while still having convenient access to Seattle's restaurants, breweries, beaches, parks and major attractions. Nearby highlights include: Ray's Boathouse — approx. 5-minute walk Ballard Locks — approx. 15-minute walk Shilshole Bay Marina — approx. 15-minute walk Burke-Gilman Trail — approx. 100 feet away Golden Gardens Park & Beach — minutes away Ballard Sunday Farmers Market Ballard Avenue restaurants, breweries, cafés and boutiques Fremont Seattle Center & Space Needle Climate Pledge Arena Pike Place Market Downtown Seattle Lumen Field T-Mobile Park Downtown Seattle is generally around 15–20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Whether you're visiting for a family vacation, romantic Seattle getaway, wedding, business trip, sporting event, concert, festival or special occasion, Ballard makes an incredible home base. 🚆 IMPORTANT: ACTIVE RAIL LINE We want every guest to know exactly what to expect before booking. The home is located alongside an active railroad line, and trains can be seen and heard from the property during both daytime and nighttime hours. There is no set train schedule. Some days are relatively quiet, while others have more frequent activity. Passing trains typically last approximately 1–8 minutes, depending on the type and length of the train. We've taken several steps to make the interior more comfortable, including new double-pane windows, sound-reducing finishes, premium white-noise machines in each bedroom and complimentary earplugs. The primary king bedroom is located at the back of the home, furthest from the tracks, and generally experiences the least train noise. Closing the bedroom door and blinds and using the provided sound machine can further reduce outside noise. The queen bedroom overlooking Puget Sound is positioned closer to the rail line, so trains can be more noticeable from this room. It's also one of our favorite places to wake up—the opportunity to open your eyes to Puget Sound, sailboats and the Olympic Mountains is truly one of a kind. Sound sensitivity varies significantly from person to person. Many guests adjust quickly to the trains, while train enthusiasts and families with children sometimes find watching them pass to be a memorable part of the experience. We personally love the unique combination of passing trains, sailboats on the Sound, boats traveling toward the Locks, Olympic Mountain views and incredible sunsets that makes this Ballard location unlike anywhere else. That said, if you're an exceptionally light sleeper or require a completely...
Other Details to Note
🚆 Please Read Before Booking: Nearby Trains This property is located alongside an active railroad line, and trains may pass at any time during the day or night. There is no set schedule—some days have very little activity, while others are more active. Trains typically take approximately 1–8 minutes to pass. The home features new double-pane windows and sound-reducing finishes, and we provide premium white-noise machines in each bedroom plus complimentary earplugs. The primary king bedroom is located at the back of the home, furthest from the tracks, and generally experiences the least train noise. The water-view queen bedroom is positioned closer to the rail line and may experience more train sound. Many guests adjust to the trains quickly, and some genuinely enjoy watching them pass against the backdrop of Puget Sound, sailboats and the Olympic Mountains. However, everyone's sensitivity to sound is different. If you're an exceptionally light sleeper or require absolute silence, this property may not be the best fit. We disclose the rail line prominently because we want you to arrive knowing exactly what to expect and choose the home that's right for your trip. Seattle STR Registration: STR-OPLI-24-002521
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- Beach essentials Beach towels, umbrella, beach blanket, snorkeling gear
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Location features
- Beach access
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Drying rack for clothing
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
- Walk-in shower
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Indoor fireplace
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises Free, on premises
- Private living room
- Free street parking
Services
- Luggage dropoff allowed For guests' convenience when they have early arrival or late departure
Family
- Travel crib
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Welcome to Locksnest Home—your cozy coastal escape just 20 minutes from downtown Seattle, nestled in the heart of Ballard’s vibrant neighborhood. Step outside and you’re moments from the beauty of Puget Sound, with local favorites like Ray’s Boathouse, Secret Beach, Shilshole Marina, and Golden Gardens Park—perfect for sunset walks, paddleboarding, or kayaking. Just three blocks away, you’ll find the iconic Ballard Locks, where you can watch boats pass through, explore the botanical gardens, or catch a glimpse of salmon making their way upstream. Around the corner, the National Nordic Museum offers a unique, immersive look into Nordic culture, complete with a café and curated gift shop. Take a short 15-minute stroll and you’ll arrive in Ballard’s charming historic district—home to incredible restaurants, sweet treats, live entertainment, and locally loved boutiques. Just beyond, you’ll discover one of the largest brewery scenes in the state, with plenty of spots to sip and explore at your own pace.
Guest Access
We utilize a smart lock to provide you with a unique access code prior to your stay.
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Seattle, WA, United States
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