Jackson Place, United States
Individually decorated Americana-themed rooms with upscale bathrooms
In-room features vary, with jetted tubs, balconies, and fireplaces available
Suite with separate living room and full kitchen
Wonderful breakfasts with fresh
eggs from resident chickens, included in the room rate
Free street parking, Wi-Fi, and snacks/drinks
Quiet, residential location two blocks from park
Intimate, friendly, “home-away-from-home” ambience
Freshly baked cookies and hot drinks served in afternoon
Two friendly bulldogs live on the property (a con for some, no other pets allowed)
Two miles from downtown Seattle
No city attractions within easy walking distance
Not kid-friendly; children under 13 not allowed
Situated in the Jackson Place neighborhood, this mid-range bed and breakfast has just four rooms, each themed with an iconic American locale in mind. The cozy property is a good option for couples or friends who prefer personalized service, and don't mind being a couple miles from downtown. Rooms have all of the modern amenities of a hotel -- private bathrooms, coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi -- and one has a full kitchen. Free breakfast is fresh and wonderful, with eggs sourced from chickens raised on the property. Note that kids under age 13 aren't allowed. Families should check rates at the Motif Seattle, near Pike Place Market.
Scene
A friendly, open-concept home with touches of southwestern decor
This bed-and-breakfast is situated in a modern, two-story house that looks in every way like a home rather than a commercial property. The entrance is via concrete steps around the private red-brick garage, which occupies the ground floor. The “lobby” is the comfortable living room, nicely decorated with southwestern-themed knickknacks, soft gray couches and armchairs, a beautiful oak coffee table, and a gas fireplace. The floor is an open-concept, and the adjacent dining area is composed of wooden tables -- one four-top and a pair of two-tops -- and dark leather chairs. Also on this floor are an Apple computer and printer for guest use, a mini-fridge, microwave, DVD library, and free snacks -- including popcorn. A small balcony with a couple of Adirondack chairs is available for guests, and there is a pair of friendly bulldogs that can be seen wandering around the premises. Many guests are couples, though anyone over the age of 13 (kids aren't allowed) seeking a cozy getaway without the hustle and bustle of the city may enjoy this property.
Location
In a residential neighborhood two miles from downtown Seattle
The property is located in a residential neighborhood just a few blocks away from Interstate 90, meaning that car access to surrounding areas is seamless. There's a park two blocks east of the property, and a few restaurants are within a couple of minutes walk west. It is a 20-minute walk to the International District, 30 minutes on foot to Safeco and CenturyLink Fields, and a 25-minute walk to Lake Washington. Downtown is a seven-minute drive, 20-minute bus ride, or 35-minute walk. Pike Place Market is 20 minutes via public transportation, or a 10-minute drive. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about a 25-minute drive, or an hour and 20 minutes via bus/monorail.
Rooms
Comfortable and well-equipped, with great bathrooms and American location-themed decor
There are just four rooms at the Sleeping Bulldog, each decorated with an American locale in mind: Western, Santa Fe, Northwest, and New Orleans. Each room has a Keurig coffeemaker, flat-screen TV, DVD player, and iHome radio. The private bathrooms are well-equipped -- features vary from jetted tubs to acupressure floors to rainfall showerheads. Decor is fairly classic, combining simple wood furniture and cozy earth-toned couches with some kitschy, Americana touches. The Northwest Suite on the home's garden level sleeps up to four guests, and has a separate living room and full kitchen with top-notch modern appliances: stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, full stove, and oven. The New Orleans room features a fireplace, balcony, and two-person jetted tub.
Features
Fresh breakfast with homemade baked muffins and warm dishes; free Wi-Fi and street parking
A stay at this cozy bed-and-breakfast includes a large, homemade breakfast with fresh juice, freshly ground coffee, tea, muffins, cereal, yogurt, and bread, plus a daily warm dish -- which sometimes includes eggs sourced from resident chickens. There is free Wi-Fi in rooms and throughout the premises, and a computer and printer are available for guest use. There are snacks (popcorn and granola bars) and non-alcoholic beverages available all day, and fresh cookies in the afternoon. Free parking is available on the residential streets that surround the property. There are two bulldogs on the property -- so those with allergies should take note. No outside pets are allowed. The property owners are extremely friendly and helpful, and offer personalized travel tips.