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Street side view with Lake Washington in background

Mount Rainier View from Master Bedroom/deck

At Entry, looking to stairs and Dining Room and Living Room

View from Dining Room to Kitchen and Living Room

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Location
Host

9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Seattle, WA

T-Mobile Park3 min drive
Lumen Field4 min drive
Seattle Waterfront5 min drive
Seattle, WA (SEA-Seattle - Tacoma Intl.)18 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Stayed with family for the weekend to watch the Mariners Opening Day and visit family and loved the location and accessi...

Dennis H.

Mar 30, 2024

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

The Emerald Homestead in the Heart of the Emerald City

Ideally located near the major crossroads in Seattle, the Emerald Homestead is conveniently situated for those visiting to experience all of what Seattle has to offer, just minutes to downtown, I-90 and I-5. Set against the backdrop of sweeping panoramic views of Lake Washington, Mount Rainier and the Cascade mountain range, this architect designed home provides a great base for those who are attending weddings, family reunions or conventions to relax and recreate in a luxurious yet comfortable setting.

The neighborhood amenities offer many services within walking distance in this quiet bedroom community of single family homes.From the fine dining at Daniel’s Broiler to less formal fare at Bluwater Leschi, Heyday and That’s Amore as well as the casual dining at QED Coffee and Golden Wheat Bakery, there are several quality options for eating out within a mile.

Access to Lake Washington beaches and boat ramp are just a few minutes walk from the house. Designed by the same landscape firm that created Central Park in NYC, and known locally as the “String of Pearls”, Colman Park, Frink Park and Colman Beach all add a sylvan setting that brings nature into the city.

Cleaning guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19:
We’ve created 16 point cleaning checklist based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We have a 48 hour waiting period in between rentals.

The flowing open floor plan painted in soft earth tones and anchored by rich exotic hardwoods, surrounds you with the finest of materials all within a jewel-like setting.

A true gourmet kitchen awaits you, complete with Viking designer series appliances, beautiful solid cherry cabinetry and opulent slab granite countertops.

Retreat to your expansive master suite complete with view deck, double sided fireplace, sumptuous bath with jetted tub, hand-crafted stone surfaces and one-of-a-kind blown glass vessel sinks.

This abundant light-filled home envelops you with the beauty of nature year round.

Keywords: comfortable, contemporary, view,

Property manager

Mark Kramm

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Lake view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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-19-003315

About the area

Seattle

This holiday home is located in Rainier Valley, a neighbourhood in Seattle. Pike Place Market and Bellevue Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at T-Mobile Park or Lumen Field. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Seattle, WA

What's nearby

T-Mobile Park - 3 min drive
Seattle University - 4 min drive
Lumen Field - 4 min drive
Seattle Waterfront - 5 min drive
Pike Place Market - 5 min drive

Getting around

12th & Jackson Stop - 3 min drive
King Street Station - 10 min drive
Seattle, WA (LKE-Lake Union Seaplane Base) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
‪Seattle Fish Guys - ‬4 min drive
‪Temple Pastries - ‬4 min drive
‪Toshio's Teriyaki - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Emerald Homestead in the Heart of the Emerald City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Emerald Homestead in the Heart of the Emerald City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Emerald Homestead in the Heart of the Emerald City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Emerald Homestead in the Heart of the Emerald City located?

Located in Rainier Valley, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Lake Washington and within 3 miles (5 km) of T-Mobile Park and Lumen Field. Seattle Waterfront and Washington State Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). Mount Baker Station is 27 minutes by foot.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia M.

16 June 2024

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

Family wedding

Plenty of space for 8 adults. Comfortable with gorgeous views though be aware there is a major bridge with constant 2 way traffic directly in front of house which is not shown in any pictures. The sound of traffic is noticeable and constant though not at all disruptive at night. Owner super responsive and house is well fitted out with anything you might need. Recommended for a big group!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

5 June 2024

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

Great house, great neighborhood, great view

Our family of 8; 4 teens, 2 adults and 2 seniors, stayed in June and had a great time. The house held all of us more than comfortably, the kitchen and eating area was large enough and well stocked, as were the bathrooms. The house is in a great neighborhood with amazing views. I would recommend to friends and family for sure.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam F.

31 May 2024

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

Great Spot

Beautiful home located walking distance to a few cafés and restaurants. The outside space is limited and could use a little upkeep but the inside is fabulous. Great view and great host.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

14 May 2024

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

Short Family Trip for Graduation

My family and I (9 people) stayed here this May, and we loved this house. Mark was easy to work with and communicated quickly. The location was close to downtown and relatively easy to access (lots of steep hills, but that's Seattle). The only critique would be that the space is older and could use a little bit of TLC in some areas. The views from the back deck were spectacular, and we were blessed to have a view of the Cascades and Mt. Rainier 3 for four days when we stayed there. The property has a lot of character, and the master bedroom is special with its size, views, and amenities. We had a wonderful time and loved the space!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CLAYTON A.

24 Apr 2024

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

Great place

Very convenient location. Beautiful view of Mt Ranier. Restaurant and Bakery close by. Thank you, Clayton

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Linda B.

19 Apr 2024

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

Vrbo. In Mt Baker

This property has a stunning view of Mt. Ranier and Lake Washington. The property fit our needs as a family with bedrooms for everyone. The property manager was very responsive. We used Uber quite a bit and they were always there within 1-3 minutes. There is a coffee shop a couple blocks away . You do have to be able to do stairs or hills. We loved our stay. .

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis H.

30 Mar 2024

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

Wonderful

Stayed with family for the weekend to watch the Mariners Opening Day and visit family and loved the location and accessibility of the home.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

27 Dec 2023

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

A Great Holiday Stay

We met up in Seattle for the Christmas Holiday, and this house served us well with plenty of bedrooms and gathering space for seven adults. The kitchen is well appointed, with everything you need. An added feature is the neighborhood. We found a couple of good restaurants, a bakery and a coffee shop just up the hill. In all, we were glad to be together, and this house was a great find. I highly recommend it.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theodore F.

20 Oct 2023

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

Family wedding

Stayed with family for a wedding.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami C.

27 Sept 2023

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

Tami from Hawaii

It was a great place to stay. The view was spectacular. The owner Mark was great.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Eric T.

15 Sept 2023

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

Beautiful views of Mercer Island and Mt. Rainer

Our stay was nice, the house for the most part was what we expected. The views are outstanding, but the house is need of repairs both inside and out. The doors going to the decks are both rotting. The housekeeping staff needs to improve or be replaced, there are spiders everywhere, the coffee maker had coffee grounds still in it upon our arrival. Light to the master shower would come on and then off. The other two switches in the master bath, which we believe were for the fans did not work. The same thing with the bathroom on the first floor and that shower handle would pop off. There are other items we could list. Do not be mistaken what we are saying, this would be a great house, if it would receive a little TLC. We're not quite sure it is a Vrbo Premier house.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia m., Where do you live?

5 Sept 2023

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

Wedding weekend I’m Seattle

What a great place! Gorgeous Views! Relaxing. Plenty of room. We were there with our adult children and it was great! Would definitely rent again. Can’t wait to come back. Thank you

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

30 July 2023

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

Great Views!

Great home with great views for a lovely family visit in Seattle!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

27 July 2023

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

Baseball trip

We were looking for a nice home with a short ride to the ball diamond. Lots of walking paths available around the house made it a nice place to go for a walk in the mornings.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

23 July 2023

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

Well supplied home

Plenty of room for our family to spread out but also area to be able to play games and spend time together. Lovely home with beautiful views. Close to many amenities-stores, restaurants, places to see. Well equipped with plenty of linens, towels, pillows, blankets, etc. Temp of home was very nice in July with windows open. Traffic noise was not too bad. Would definitely stay here again if in the area. Thanks Mark for letting us use your home.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo B.

22 June 2023

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

Viking crew

Perfect location, easy access and perfect size for our group of six!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florence C.

20 June 2023

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

Beautiful Home / Seattle Convenience

Selected home to accommodate additional family members since son was graduating from Seattle University. Beautiful home near all the Seattle sights. Home stocked with everything that you need. Home owner quickly responded to communications. From previous reviews, knew about the road noise so it didn’t bother us. I

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff w.

22 Mar 2023

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

West Family (Texans)

Great house with incredible views! The kitchen was amazing and the pantry was well stocked. Had a great time!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B., Sacramento, CA

5 Feb 2023

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

Girls Weekend

Wonderful home.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy & Robert H.

13 Jan 2023

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

Great View and Plenty of Room!

This home worked very well for our family. It was comfortable, and there was enough room for the teens to spread out and have their own space downstairs. The Christmas decorations were a nice touch. The view was delightful and we were able to watch the New Years Eve fireworks in Bellevue. The kitchen was well stocked, except a few more kitchen towels would be helpful. The host was responsive and timely. The down side: The furniture is a bit tired compared to the way the photo's look, but adequate and comfortable. Especially for our family with 5 grandsons! The neighborhood, while close in to Seattle, is a slow transit as it is an older section of Seattle with narrow curving hilly streets, perhaps that is the price you pay for such a nice view. It doesn't feel as "upscale" as the pictures look, or perhaps as the price indicated. But it worked well and we were grateful to be able to stay there together.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjean S.

26 Dec 2022

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

Great gathering spot for friends & family

Mark was great to work with. He even made sure we had a Christmas tree and decorations for our family Christmas weekend. The home is comfortable with a modern rustic vibe. Plenty of shared and also separate space if you need a break from the fun. The kitchen is well stocked with all you need for cooking. It’s also in the heart of the home so all are close for snacks and chats. The property is close to a few parks and we enjoyed getting out on foot to explore. It is also close, by car, to downtown Seattle and Bellevue. We enjoyed the great views the most. We would stay there again for sure. Thanks Mark.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 Dec 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place to stay

We used this for a business meeting. It was centrally located and had a great view. House was nice with lots of bedrooms. The dishwasher didn’t work but otherwise everything was good.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Amber L., Carey, USA

28 Nov 2022

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

Great stay

We stayed at the property over Thanksgiving and Marc was very helpful in getting us what we needed. Quite a few lights out throughout the house and we had to go searching for extra towels, we never found kitchen rags but could have easily asked. Great stay, thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

1 Nov 2022

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

Ellen’s 70th

Family and friends came from afar to celebrate sisters 70th - house was perfect - location - views - a lot of space for family and friends to spend time together. Very comfortable. Mark was quick to respond to my one question. Would recommend everyone to stay here

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022