Boutique Chic Garden Retreat

Historic Craftsman Vacation Rental in Fremont, Seattle – Walk Everywhere!

Welcome to Boutique Chic Garden Retreat, a beautifully restored 1909 Craftsman vacation home in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood, famously known as the “Center of the Universe.”

This private 2+ bedroom, 1 bathroom Seattle vacation rental blends historic charm with modern comfort and designer style. With 1,500 square feet of living space, a fenced garden patio, gas firepit, air conditioning, and free street parking, this home offers the perfect balance of city convenience and peaceful retreat.

If you’re searching for a walkable Seattle Rental near Ballard, downtown, breweries, restaurants, and parks — this is it.

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Why Choose Boutique Chic Garden Retreat?

✔ Prime Fremont location (Walk Score 90)
✔ Private fenced patio with gas firepit & BBQ
✔ Indoor gas fireplace
✔ Air conditioning in bedrooms
✔ Free and easy street parking
✔ Walk to restaurants, breweries & shops
✔ Near Burke-Gilman Trail, Ballard & Green Lake
✔ 4 miles to Downtown Seattle attractions

Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, girls’ weekend, family trip, or special celebration, this Seattle vacation home is designed for comfort, connection, and joy.

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The Home

The Kitchen

Small but thoughtfully designed and fully stocked.
• Stainless appliances (dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, electric stove)
• Rolling stainless island with bar seating (great for prep or remote work)
• Everything you need to cook and entertain

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Outdoor Patio & Garden

Step outside from the kitchen into your private fenced garden oasis.

• Gas BBQ
• Outdoor gas firepit
• Dining table for 6+
• Surrounded by mature trees and flowers

It feels worlds away from the city — yet you’re right in the heart of Seattle.

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Bedrooms

2 main-floor bedrooms
• Queen beds
• Air conditioning units
• Ceiling fans
• Closets, luggage racks, hooks & hangers
• Fun, colorful artwork

3rd bonus bedroom/living space (basement)
• Full-size hide-a-bed sofa
• TV
• Dresser
• Second lounge area

Perfect for kids, extra guests, or a private movie night space.

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Living Room

Bright and comfortable with treetop views.
• Gas fireplace
• Couch + two chairs
• Dimmer lighting for cozy evenings

You’ll never feel like you’re in the middle of a major city.

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Dining Room

A standout feature of the home.
• Dining table for 6
• Statement parrot wallpaper
• Coordinated tableware
• Red & white wine glasses + champagne flutes
• Dim lighting for special dinners

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Bathroom

• Walk-in shower (no bathtub)
• Fine Turkish towels
• Located off kitchen and rear bedroom

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Basement Level (Updated 2021)

• Open two-room layout
• Washer & dryer
• Private desk workspace (great for remote work)
• 400+ sq ft of additional living space

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Parking

Free street parking directly in front of the home — easy and reliable.

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Location: Seattle’s “Center of the Universe”

Staying in Fremont means you are centrally located between Fremont and Ballard, two of Seattle’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Walk To:

• Bus stop to downtown (2–3 blocks)
• Grocery stores & markets
• Breweries & coffee shops
• Restaurants & retail
• Large park & playground
• Burke-Gilman Trail (2 blocks)

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Nearby Restaurants & Breweries

Between Fremont and Ballard you’ll find award-winning dining and some of Seattle’s best breweries including:

• The Walrus and the Carpenter
• RockCreek Seafood & Spirits
• Staple & Fancy
• Fremont Brewing
• Reuben’s Brews
• Stoup Brewing

Live music nearby at:
• Tractor Tavern
• Nectar Lounge
• High Dive
• Fremont Abbey Arts Center

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Things to Do Near the House

Outdoor adventures are just minutes away:

• Woodland Park Zoo (1 mile)
• Green Lake Park (2 miles)
• Gas Works Park (1.5 miles via Burke-Gilman Trail)
• Ballard Locks (2 miles)
• Golden Gardens Park (4.5 miles)

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Downtown Seattle Attractions (Approx. 4 Miles)

• Pike Place Market
• The Seattle Great Wheel
• Seattle Center
• Space Needle
• Chihuly Garden and Glass
• Pacific Science Center
• Seattle Aquarium
• Olympic Sculpture Park

Stadiums (5 miles):
• Seattle Seahawks
• Seattle Mariners
• Seattle Sounders FC

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The Perfect Seattle Vacation Rental

If you’re looking for:

• A walkable Seattle Short term rental
• A Fremont vacation rental with parking
• A charming Craftsman house near Ballard
• A private patio and firepit
• Easy access to downtown Seattle
• Breweries, restaurants, parks and trails nearby

You truly can’t beat the Boutique Chic Garden Retreat.


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