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City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player
Live like a local in the heart of Seattle at City Haven III. With its private entrance, designated parking space, and fully equipped kitchen, this cozy apartment offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the secluded patio or explore downtown via public transportation just one block away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedroomsSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking

Live like a local at City Haven III! Two bedroom, one bath, ~ 800 sq ft daylight basement apartment (76" ceilings) in 1920s Craftsman home. Completely renovated and ready for your arrival!

Built in response to the popularity of our other City Haven Listing (VRBO 741854- upper apartment unit of this home).

Centrally located between the popular Fremont, Green Lake and Wallingford neighborhoods and just a 7-10 minute drive to downtown Seattle. City Haven III is your home base to explore the city.

- Separate, private entrance with key code access (no keys!)
- easy alley access with free, designated parking space
- Fully equipped, newly renovated kitchen
- shared, secluded patio
- in-unit full sized washer and dryer with complimentary laundry soap/dryer sheets
- utility room with storage space for 1-2 bikes
- one block to downtown express bus stop - no car needed!
- 7-12 min bus ride to explore Pike Place, Space Needle/other downtown destinations
- 3 blocks to grocery store
- walking distance to many restaurants, bars and coffee shops
- complimentary starter coffee and tea
- hair dryer
- iron and ironing board
- complimentary soap, shampoo and conditioner dispenser in shower

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-002224

Property is also known as

City Haven Iii Blocks Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus Parking Seattle
City Haven Iii Blocks Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus Parking
City Haven Iii Blocks Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus Parking Seattle
City Haven Iii Blocks Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus Parking Seattle
City Haven Iii Blocks Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus Parking
City Haven Iii Blocks to Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus With Parking
City Haven Iii Blocks to Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus With Parking
City Haven Iii Blocks to Zoo Groceries Downtown Bus With Parking

About the neighborhood

Located in Phinney Ridge, a neighborhood in Seattle, this apartment is in the mountains and on a lake. Space Needle and Pike Place Market are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Northgate Station and Bellevue Square. Consider Seattle Center for a night out, and don't miss Woodland Park Zoo, a top local attraction.
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Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Woodland Park Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Washington - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Space Needle - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Seattle Center - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91 - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • U District Station - 5 min drive
  • King Street Station - 19 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lighthouse Roasters - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kidd Valley - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Le Coin - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stone’s Throw Coffee And Market - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking located?

Located in Phinney Ridge, this apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Woodland Park Zoo and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Washington and Seattle Center. Green Lake Park and Fremont Troll are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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City Haven III: Blocks to Zoo, Groceries, Downtown Bus with Parking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 432 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 457 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heloiza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location. Friendly host
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geanine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place lovely host
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay, just as listed, would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay! The owner was so accommodating. Everything in the City Haven III was great. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful stay. Very clean and owner was very responsive to our questions. Would recommend if you are staying in Seattle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

For anyone tall that is traveling the place is great but the parking area is small if you have a big vehicle and the ceiling height is about 6’4” and I’m 6’6”I didn’t realize that when I booked but all in all a 5 star stay in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

We had a wonderful time! Close to the zoo. Nice neighborhood. Easy to get to public transportation. Clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Fremont

Stayed during the Fremont solstice and you cannot beat the location of this VRBO. Walking distance to the zoo, downtown Fremont and the E line bus to Seattle. Best lower unit we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an exceptional place to stay! Close to restaurants, the Woodland Zoo and transit. The house was clean and very comfortable. It had everything we could need. Teresa was fantastic and accommodating to our needs. We would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

Clean and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation weekend

Great walkable spot in Fremont with easy access to UW
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday Stay

Was a great place to stay for our family and location was equally great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jörg L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious apartment with bus stop E line just around the corner (20 minutes to Pike Place).
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but great stay

Third time staying here--clean and welcoming. Great neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
City Haven III was perfect for our family of four’s recent stay in Seattle! The location is fantastic to so many different areas (downtown, Ballard, Green Lake, Fremont, etc). We especially loved the short four block walk to the zoo! The owners did a fantastic job making this basement apartment feel cozy and we were pleasantly surprised with how light and bright it felt. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

I stayed here five years ago and I'm happy to say it was as great as I remembered. Super accommodations in a sweet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilli T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot!Location was perfect for both walking in the neighborhood and driving around the city. Teresa was communicative and helpful. I LOVED her info binder that included everything I need to know about the property and great recommendations for things to do and eat. It was thoughtful, funny and personal. The property was immaculate and nicely set up. I appreciated the dedicated parking space and having a washer/dryer.I will absolutely stay again and have recommended it to Seattle friends for when they have people visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

The apt was exactly as shown, very clean, entry lock easy, and communication with host excellent. All the basics are included; perfect for a short stay. The location couldn’t be better… bus stops right outside! Try Lupo pizza… omg!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Cute little cottage! Quiet and secure. Great location to walk to the zoo, grocery store, and quaint eating establishments. And the Troll Bridge is just a short drive from the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location. So clean and bright!

Amazing smack. Great location with so much space, everything you need plus so bright and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My stay

This is my 3rd stay. Love this place…always clean and conveniently located to the Phinney Ridge area. Hoping to stay here again when I next visit Seattle.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Craftsman Home, Team Simon

just truly our hone away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location & lovely property

This place is a must for a trip to Seattle! Convenient location including walkable to the zoo! The unit was clean, had everything we needed, spacious and comfortable. Highly recommend and I hope to stay here again sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location, functional house

We stayed here because I needed somethings close to the UW medical center. Location was great for that, plus good food nearby, and nice walking areas! For not being a large space, it did not feel cramped at all. It was well stocked. Parking was sufficient! The host was eaay to reach and communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was a very pleasant, comfortable and cozy space, especially in traveling with my elderly parents. I appreciated also that Teresa from City Haven, checked in with me to make sure we had what we needed. Initially, it was a little confusing where to go to park (entry was not at the street address but rather the back wrapping around the next street over). In addition, a clearer address or name (City Haven III) at the door of the unit would make it easier for guests to know which one is which upon arriving-I was trying to go in the (wrong) unit in front of where I parked (made sense at the time). A clearer sign would be helpful when we first arrive. Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025