Where to begin - if you are lucky enough that the carriage house is available for your dates, don't think twice, just book it!
House: The Carriage House has absolutely re-defined luxury for us. The space is extremely well appointed with brand new, top of the line appliances, including a washer/dryer. The design and attention to detail were spectacular. We loved the extra touches, like plush robes, organic soaps, a Marshall Bluetooth radio, and TV with access to streaming services like Netflix, Amazon, and HBO. The house was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. Although we didn't need it, it was convenient to have a parking space on site. All in all, it was the perfect combination of luxurious and cozy, we found it incredibly hard to leave! We even ditched sightseeing one day so that we could stay in with a cup of coffee and enjoy it.
Location: Ballard was by far our favorite neighborhood in Seattle. About 15-20 minute walk (or 5 minute drive) from the carriage house, you'll find old town Ballard including it's incredibly charming shops, restaurants, bars, and cinema. We loved popping by the Sunday Ballard Farmers market! The house itself is tucked away on a calm residential street and is very quiet and peaceful.
Hosts: Virginia and Brian are absolutely wonderful hosts. They truly went above and beyond to make us comfortable. Communication was excellent before, during and after our stay. We had mentioned that we're vegan, and they provided a comprehensive list of suggestions both within Ballard and beyond. They also provided a basket of vegan treats when we arrived, and stocked the fridge with vegan milk, yogurt, and butter. We met them several times in passing and they were exceptionally warm and welcoming.
This was hands down one of our best and most unforgettable Air BnB experiences! Thank you, Virginia and Brian for your hospitality!