Entire home

Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

Photo gallery for Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks

Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Large family room with comfy seating
Electric LED fireplace with heat option

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6190.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

View map
Seattle, WA
  • Place, T-Mobile Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lumen Field
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Seattle Waterfront
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Floor Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Ist Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Master Bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks

This newly remodeled Cape Cod gem is going to make your visit to Seattle the most memorable one yet. Near Lake Washington and Seward Park, walking/jogging paths, and just four short blocks to downtown Columbia City shopping and restaurants, the quiet neighborhood surrounding “the Mayflower house” boasts plenty of off-street parking and easy access to busses and Seattle’s state of the art light rail system – think carefree visits to downtown Seattle. The home features 3 roomy bedrooms which will comfortably sleep six (6) and 2-3/4 baths, all beautifully appointed – trust us when we say, you will fall in love with! This spacious home boasts an electric fireplace, a well-appointed galley kitchen with all new appliances, a large dining room and relaxing sunroom. A utility room off the kitchen is equipped with a washer and dryer and an extra sink, as well as easy access to the fenced back yard where you can relax on a large patio or the adjacent 10x16 ft deck, which is furnished with an outdoor table (seating for 8) and patio heater. For security reasons, owners have installed two outdoor security cameras in the backyard and side entrances. There are no interior cameras in the house. This charming home has gas heat, central air conditioning and has high-speed internet with a smart TV for optimal comfort. No parties or loud music; owners live part time in basement apartment. *** Owners offer 10% discount for bookings of 7+ nights. *** (Maximum stay is 14 nights unless pre-approved by owner.)

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Hang any used towels on hooks in each bathrooms.
Empty and take all garbage/recycle to outside garbage & recycle bins.
Return/hang keys on hooks next to front door, exit through east door, lock both door knobs and leave porch lights on front and east doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Person renting our home via the VRBO website must be one of the guests staying at the house during the entire stay.
We do not rent this home for more than (14) nights unless approved in advance by host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-OPLI-19-000115

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seattle

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Seward Park, a neighbourhood in Seattle. Seattle Center and Paramount Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Check out an event or a game at T-Mobile Park, and consider making time for Seattle Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Seattle, WA

What's nearby

  • Museum of Flight - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • T-Mobile Park - 13 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Lumen Field - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Seattle Waterfront - 15 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Pike Place Market - 15 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Columbia City Station - 3 min drive
  • Tukwila Station - 22 min drive
  • Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mawadda Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chuck's Hop Shop Seward Park - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Vita - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mimi Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rookies Sports Bar and Grill - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cape Cod Gem - Walk Columbia City & Lake Washington Parks located?

Located in Seward Park, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Seward Park and Lake Washington. Seattle Central Business District and Seattle University are also within 6 miles (10 km). Columbia City Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simone Petronella Johanna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home in a great location. Craig and Tammy were incredible helpful and responsive hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great. Easily to the airport and Seattle. Home was clean and comfortable. Host was helpful. Having 3 bathrooms a huge plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent four nights here and it was the perfect home for us. We were visiting family that lived close. Spent time locally and also in downtown Seattle. Would definitely recommend and also hope to revisit on our next trip to Seattle.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynore A.

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

Stayed here for Seafair. Beautiful house. Great location.

We had some bobbles in logistics with our trip and the host was super accommodating as we had to flip our trip around due to unexpected family issues. The house is quite large and well appointed. The beds are cozy. It is a great place to stay with extended family. Would stay here again for Seafair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great experience. The owners were so responsive and accommodating. The house was in a great location and spotless. The kitchen was the largest of any VRBO we have stayed in. The backyard patio was nice. After the first trip to downtown Seattle we had GPS take us using the side roads and not Highway 5. We found this to be easier, less congested and only took us about 15 minutes.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ari E.

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

Walking distance to nearby Synagogues

Owners were very easy to deal with. Communication was great. House was very comfortable. Parking right in front of home was very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superior accommodations in a fantastic location - walkable to Seward Park and area eateries.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis P.

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

Wonderful stay

I and my family had a wonderful stay at Cape Cod Gem! The place was clean and spacious. Owners kept in touch with us before getting there in case we needed anything and left great information about the city. Lovely house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning home, the hosts were wonderful at providing a place, that was thought out well, they had everything that you may need to accommodate a family. The house is in a great neighborhood, definitely family friendly. We were able to walk down to some restaurants and back to the house. Definitely a convenient location for driving to places like Pike’s or a stadium game. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary Z.

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

Seward Park Home

The home is big, beautiful, and clean. Very convenient for our Seward Park weekend. We were Mom, Dad, Grandma, and two kids and there was plenty of room for everyone. The home was recently extensively remodeled and has all the modern finishes while still having a traditional vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

Once again, Excellent!

Great property, great owners, great location! See my previous review for details.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Weekend stay

Met our needs perfectly, excellent host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Immaculate

This house was immaculately clean, beautifully decorated, and the exact comfy cozy retreat we needed after days out sight seeing. The owners were very responsive. The neighborhood is great, restaurants a short drive or walk away. Lake Washington is right down the road. Highly recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph T.

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

Great place to stay!

The owners put alot of thought into the renovation. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H.

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

Wonderful family home

Our family, two adults, four older children (15-23), stayed in Craig and Tammy's beautiful home. Everything was very clean and well appointed. We would definitely recommend and rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

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

Beautiful Gem is Right

The most lovely home in Seattle!! It is a gem for sure! We booked with Craig and Tammy months ago when we planned to go to Seattle to see the Blue Jays play the Mariners. 4 adults from 71yrs old to 38yrs old. The first hour we all spent in awe of the beautiful finishes in the home. Plenty of room for us, two large upstairs bedrooms and two bathrooms and a large bedroom on the main floor. Beautifully equipped kitchen, large dining room table and little office area, large living room with two sofas round out the main floor comfort. BBQ and raised dining pergola are nice and sheltered and quiet. The whole place shows how Craig and Tammy have put so much care and thought into making sure their guests feel special, and we did. Craig and Tammy were so wonderful in answering any questions we had and all the special little touches really made us feel at home! Will be back, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Short weekend with family

My wife , daughter and I stayed over a weekend in late June 2024. The property was spotless and well planned. The area was safe - we walked to friends and nearby Seward Park. We had a very nice time and recommend this property highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Gist

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

Family visit

My family stayed here while in town for a visit. The age range ran from 13 and 80 years old and honestly it was perfect for everybody. The outdoor space was wonderful for summer dinners outside the living space is very comfortable and very nicely designed and appointed. I highly recommend this place for folks staying in Seattle’s south end and I would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHIMON I.

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

Exceptional Stay in a Beautiful Home

We were delighted by our stay and had an incredible experience. The house was spotless, well-organized, and beautifully decorated, with all the essentials for a comfortable few days. The neighborhood felt very safe and is conveniently located just five minutes from the synagogue. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and are certain we'll return on our next visit. Thank you, Tami, for your exceptional hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Seattle- Private location, but close to city.

We loved this rental! The owners have done a great job with this renovated property. We had everything we needed and loved the charm. Parking was easy- and just a five mile drive to the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the waterfront. After spending our days in the busy city, it was nice to spend the evenings in the quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S., Ventura

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

Excellent Property!

Our recent Seattle visit was wonderful, and this property helped make it so special. The owners were great, the house beyond expectations--a totally remodeled Cape Cod 'Gem'--and it literally was a GEM. The owners thought of everything. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and spices; and even sharp knives (something you NEVER see in a short term rental.) You're about 20 minutes from all the touristy stuff downtown, but the surrounding suburban community has it's own charm and some great restaurants, and a fabulous grocery (PCC). Nearby is the delightful Seward park along Lake Washington with lots of walking trails, etc. This wonderful property became a super comfortable home away from home and we'll be back on our next Seattle trip. P.S. I kind of hate leaving such a deserving review, because properties like these become so popular it's hard to make future reservations-- oh well ;)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

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

Great house, clean and welcoming.

We stay for holiday and we enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley C.

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

Family gathering

Owners have done a terrific renovation job. Everything was comfortable and easy. One of the best vacation rentals we’ve stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn M.

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

The Perfect House

Three senior sisters, two of their spouse and one daughter, all from out of town, spent 4 nights celebrating the Bar Mitzvah of a grandson. The pictures and description do not do justice to this extremely comfortable house, with spacious living and dining areas, private baths for each bedroom and little alcoves for quiet time. We were too busy to make use of the small but charming patio. The location within easy walking distance of Third Place Books, coffee shop, burger place, etc., is a dividend, and Columbia City is not far away
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Craig Owens

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests