Bright, Calm Home Steps from Capitol Hill Sights - Seattle

Relax at our peaceful home in beautiful, historic North Capitol Hill. Previously we rented just the guest room, now your friends and family can enjoy the whole place!

Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, yet walkable to shops, restaurants, and bars, our home offers a comfortable retreat from the busy city.

This three-story townhouse has two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a separate office space, full kitchen, dining area, and comfortable living area.

Read a book in the library nook overlooking the street. Stroll among the 100-year-old trees on our street that's on the National Register of Historic Places. Travel photos grace the walls all around, while cool colors and rich hardwood floors recite an ode to calm throughout our home.

Capitol Hill captures the indie, artistic spirit of Seattle with an endless number of hip blocks to explore. Walk along Broadway Ave to find a variety of restaurants. Some of the best cocktail lounges, bars, and music venues in the city are steps away, as is the light rail with easy access to the airport, stadiums, and downtown.

We are avid travelers (over 60 countries!) and try to emulate the great experiences we've had in short term rentals along the way. We hope you're inspired by the space and are so grateful that you're sharing your current adventures with us.

Our home has plenty of amenities like dedicated dining space, full kitchen with cookware to prepare family meals, access to a washer/dryer, as well as other conveniences.

There is a dedicated office space next to the entrance with a door in case you need to take meetings and make private calls. In addition to a dedicated bathroom for each bedroom, there is a powder room on the main floor.

Both bedrooms are located on the second floor and come with new queen beds, lots of natural light, and private bathrooms. You have your own enormous closets. Previous guests have used the closets to hang an entire week's worth of clothes with space to spare.

Please be aware that if there are more than four guests, you'll need to set up the aerobed in the living room. We've done this before and folks have been comfortable, but please make sure you're okay with this.

We try to make everyone as comfortable as possible, but don't just listen to us. Here are some quotes from previous reviews, received when I was renting out only the guest room (full reviews in my host profile):

"If you are ever in Seattle, you MUST stay at Mike's place. It is in the perfect location for exploring all of Seattle and near some of the best restaurants and coffee shops. ."

"If you plan on visiting Seattle, you MUST stay at "Mike's Place"!!! It will exceed your expectations (and I'm pretty picky). Extraordinarily clean, comfortable, a great location, and definitely a great 'home away from home'."

"Based on the listing I was expecting a great place, but Mike's place exceeded my expectations. There were many details I found thoughtful and very welcoming...I was impressed by Mike's thoughtful, courteous and welcoming nature...Comfortable bed, soft sheets, cozy towels, and plenty of towels and pillows. Very clean and inviting bathroom and bedroom I couldn't have found such luxury for a better price. I am thankful for Mike's attention to detail that made my stay a superb experience."

"The room (and the entire townhouse) was immaculately clean — the level of cleanliness you'd expect from a high-end hotel ... It's obvious Mike takes his responsibility as an Airbnb host very seriously, and there were lots of little touches around that made our stay seamless. The comfortable bed made for a great night's sleep!"

We strive to provide a top-notch experience for anyone that stays, and although we always try to do better, it's nice to know that some of the efforts are paying off.

If you need advice, we are happy to provide suggestions for activities, restaurants, bars, anything you'd like! We're always just a message away. Please make yourself at home; we hope you enjoy the reading area, the fireplace, and the smart tv in the living room.

The entire home is included in the rental (minus the garage which we use as storage and will be locked).

Before your arrival, you'll receive a message with your own code to enter and exit the house so you don’t have to deal with any hassles for check-in/check-out. You'll have the freedom to check-in late or come and go as you please. Access will be granted via a smart lock.

This home does not have dedicated parking. We provide a city-issued guest parking permit for free street parking. This is a dense neighborhood and street parking is first-come-first-serve. However, we have never had difficulty finding parking within approximately a block of the home. Please follow all parking signs and restrictions to avoid being ticketed and don't forget to return our permit at the end of your visit.

Please note that the home is not accessible for wheelchairs, walkers, etc. Guests must be comfortable with stairs as the living area spans multiple stories. There are also a few stairs leading from the street into the property.

Please message us with any questions. As we mentioned before, we try to emulate the same great experiences we've had in short term rentals when we've traveled.

In addition to Mike and Kelsey, a friend is helping us by acting as co-host. One of us will respond promptly to any questions or concerns you may have.

If you need advice on the city, we'll try to help there too!

Capitol Hill is Seattle’s vibrant nightlife and entertainment hub, as well as the heart of the city’s LGBTQ+ community. Known for its hip, trendy vibe, this neighborhood is the epicenter of Seattle’s young culture and creativity. Centrally located, Capitol Hill offers easy access to the whole city, making it perfect for exploring everything Seattle has to offer.

Stroll along Pike and Pine Streets to experience the welcoming spirit of classic bars and unique eateries, or head over to Broadway Ave to dive into the area’s lively culture. This location is both central and safe, with convenient bus access along Madison Avenue, plus grocery stores, diverse restaurants, and buzzing bars just a short walk away. Capitol Hill’s blend of inclusivity, culture, and excitement makes it one of Seattle’s most beloved neighborhoods!

This location is very central and safe. Close to the bus lines, grocery stores, restaurants, bars, and all that Seattle has to offer.

Check out Sound Transit’s Trip Planner site to see how to best plan your trip using public transportation.

Link Light Rail

The closets light rail location to the home is the Capitol Hill Station. It’s located about .8 miles away, or a 6 minute drive. The light rail offers easy access to downtown’s Pike Place Market, boardwalks, Ferris wheel and more. You can also take the light rail directly to the stadium at UW or downtown.

Whenever I have enough time, I always take the light rail to the airport because it costs $3 vs $65 Uber or Lyft. Keep in mind, it will take you about 6 minutes to the station from the home in a car and another 40 mins to get from the station to the airport. It will help you avoid heavy traffic if that may be an issue too.

Uber & Lyft

The fastest and most reliable mode of transportation in our opinion. Simply download the App and go. Uber/Lyft Driver’s are always minutes away.

Turo & Car2Go

You can rent a car with car sharing apps by downloading Turo or the Car2Go app.

Parking

The home DOES NOT come with a designated parking spot. Free street parking is available.

Guests
Our space can accommodate up to 6 guests, with two queen beds and a queen-size air mattress available for your use. Young children ( under age 3) in a pack-n-play or travel crib do not count toward the guest count.

Outdoor Cameras
There are two outdoor cameras on the exterior. One is a doorbell camera and the other is a camera facing toward the street on the second story.

Neighbors
Please be respectful of our neighbors by observing quiet hours (10pm to 7am) and avoiding loitering behind or around the townhome. This home does not have any private, dedicated outdoor areas.

Pets
This is NOT a pet-friendly home and there will be a $500 fine for unauthorized pets, in addition to enhanced cleaning fees.

Smoking and Vaping
No parties, smoking, or vaping are permitted anywhere on or around the property. Each violation will incur a $500 fine.

Shoes
Finally, please remove your shoes upon entering the home. There is convenient shoe storage in the vestibule.