The Northern Lights Cottage is cozy, perfectly accommodating and wonderfully convenient. We are so glad we decided to stay in West Seattle near the beautiful Alki Beach. There are several stores, restaurants and cafes near by but it was helpful to have a car to get to other areas. Definitely look into Easy Street (records and cafe) and the Junction area. Marination Mai Kai is a great place for a sunset dinner. Also the beach across from El Chupacabra (great mexican cuisine!) has bonfires at night. You won't be disappointed!