Family-friendly vacation rentals in Ballard, Seattle

This is a truly magical space. Our group of friends created forever memories over our annual weekend gathering this year. Words and pictures don’t do it justice. The chorus of the frogs from the cedar tub was fantastic. Thank Mathew!!

Amaris is very responsive and helpful and her house is so spacious, clean and well maintained. My kids loved being able to take bubble baths in the oversized tubs and so did I🙂 We also loved the roof top deck and the view was so beautiful especially at night with all the city lights. The beds and comforters were so cozy I want to buy some like that for my own bed! Another thing we loved was after a busy day we could come back to a very quiet peaceful neighborhood home and rest. The location was perfect, within walking distance to all the best restaurants and shops. Lighthouse roasters made amazing coffees and have a really great vibe. We cannot recommend Amaris and her property highly enough. Will be staying there again.

Jill’s home is hands down one of the best stays we’ve ever had! Everything about this beautiful home is A++. The location is fantastic — such an amazing neighborhood, with the house right in the center of the most desirable streets in all of Seattle. And the VIEWS! Wow! Pictures don’t do it justice. The location is also within walking distance of wonderful bakeries, restaurants and shops. And if you’re looking for a daily stroll, take your pick…soooo many gorgeous streets to wander and lovely neighborhood parks to enjoy. The beds are also extremely comfy and the third floor is a dream. We already miss our mornings and evenings sitting on the deck watching the boats and ferries glide by, along with the beautiful sunsets. Bottom line: Jill’s home is a special place. We can’t wait to return!

This place is exceptional and the host is equally exceptional. The published description nearly under sells how beautiful, peaceful, clean and well appointed the property is. I would stay here every time I visit Kirkland if it is available!

What a great and convenient place. Our granddaughters live in West Seattle. We could walk to the beach every day. The place had everything we needed. Highly recommended.

The listing was exactly as described by Paula. We enjoyed the hot tub and private patio. While it’s a small detail I still loved the fresh ground Starbucks coffee and organic half and half waiting for us.

Great spot. Great host. Really nice.

Beautiful place and enough space for two. Ballard has so much charm. Especially in the spring time. All the pictures were pretty accurate and the TV was even updated. The deck and outdoor seating was a huge plus. Easy access to the city and everything else Ballard has to offer. I’d check out the Farmers Market! I would stay here again!

Our stay began with a personal note and pastries from a local French bakery. The space was charming and homey. Renee was very responsive yet respected our space. We enjoyed the patio and garden area which was beautiful. Neighborhood was peaceful and walkable to nearby coffee shops. We left feeling like we made a friend.

We had a fantastic stay! The place was clean, comfortable, and in a great location—just a short walk from the bus stop (we took it to Pike place) and some cozy cafes. Kelly was responsive and everything was as described. Would definitely book again!

Nicole and Josh's "cheery and sweet" apartment is exactly that, cheery and sweet, as well as spotlessly clean, well appointed, and quiet. It was the perfect size for one person. The Madrona neighborhood is beautiful, great for walking, with many secret paths through the woods and proximity to Lake Washington. Nicole and Josh both responded promptly to a few questions I had at the start of my stay. I would happily stay here again.

Great place! Beautiful decor and thoughtful amenities

A wonderful place!! My husband and I enjoyed our stay at Caroline‘s Little Farmhouse so much and would have loved to stay longer. It is a beautiful, bright and very charmingly decorated house in a lovely rural and quiet setting. Everything was thought of, there was even eggs and milk in the fridge, and bowls and towels for the dog. Thanks Caroline!

We had a wonderful stay here! Very cute and quiet. The backyard was amazing for our dogs too!

Stephen’s guesthouse was perfect. The neighborhood is charming and very walkable. The guesthouse was private, very clean and as lovely as the photos. I couldn’t be happier with my stay and I hope to return soon. Theresa

Anne’s loft cottage is the perfect place to getaway. It’s cozy and close to everything on Bainbridge. It’s on a quiet street. We were able to walk to the most quaint, delectable Italian restaurant. The road leads down to the beach which was fun to sit and enjoy the view. We will be booking again soon!

The home is gorgeous. So tranquil and peaceful -- my family took a week-long vacation on Vashon and Brita's was the perfect jumping-off point. The location is super private, the home architecture is extraordinary, and the backyard garden is expansive. If you're looking for a great place to rest and recharge, this is it. There is a lot of great dishware, artistic elements in the home, and incredible views throughout the home, especially in the kitchen and upstairs bedroom.

Great place to stay and is very peaceful away from all the city noise and ruckus. This was my first time booking and trying an airbnb and the hosts definitely made it much easier to understand what to do and how everything works with this system as their instructions for check in and rules were clear and they were available to help and were very friendly

Lovely condo in Belltown near all the attractions! Loved the included parking for one car. Super secure building! The condo itself was great, plenty of space for four adults! Nice amenities including gym and pool and hot tub! Very walkable location! Would definitely stay again next time we are in Seattle!

Such a great location and a perfect getaway place.

I stayed in the condo for about a month, early April to early May, just before the tourist season in Seattle. At the end of my stay the cruise ships began to arrive. The condo itself is extremely compact but comfortable. Everything I needed was provided. When the bathroom faucet started dripping, Emma's husband replaced it. A friend came for a weekend, sleeping on the foldout bed. We cooked together in the kitchen. She complained about the birds chirping in the morning - where she lives in California there are few, here there is a lot of green and a lot of birds. The building has strict security rules. Never hold a door for someone else, everyone must use a fob to get in. Driving in and out of the garage, stop and wait for the door to close before driving on. The building is well-maintained and very clean. The location is fantastic for walking. In less than half an hour you can be anywhere in the downtown area. Even walking to Chinatown in the morning for dim sum was easy.

Gayle and her staff were great! Their instructions were clear and thorough. They were friendly and very helpful in helping us have a great experience in visiting Seattle and the surrounding areas. My family and friends were thrilled with our stay!

The view was amazing and the location easy to find. If we had the time and the weather was nice we would just sit out on the balcony and just watch the marketplace bustle. The space was clean and many essentials were provided. We utilized the pool/hot tub/gym daily which was super nice after all the walking we did during the day. Target being downstairs was also very convenient especially since I needed to grab another luggage cause I ran out of space in the one I brought. The only complaints I might have is that it can be quite loud at night and I was woken up quite a few times. However, ear plugs are provided though I didn't use them because they get uncomfortable after a few hours. We had no actual issues but it can also feel a bit unsafe at night if you're out late due to the homeless population though that is not a fault of the hosts. Despite that I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Just the view and convenience outweighs anything else.

Second stay here, will continue to be my go to place when staying in Woodinville area.