Guest House Manual
3203 88th Street, Seattle, WA 98115
Welcome to the upper unit of a large house near Green Lake in Seattle. This unit is best suited for quiet, family-oriented stays; the lower unit is occupied below, so please be mindful of noise. The connecting door between the units stays locked during your stay.
Unit
Upper unit of a large house
Lower unit
Occupied below; connecting door stays locked
Check-in
After 4:00 PM
Check-out
Before 10:00 AM
Contact
Message us through Airbnb
Check-in
Check-in is any time after 4:00 PM, with self check-in by keypad. Early check-in may be possible on days without a same-day turnover; just ask.
- Park in the designated guest parking area on the driveway or along the side of the house. Do not park on the front lawn or block the driveway (garage access).
- Go to the upstairs door and enter the code provided on the Schlage smart lock.
- The first touch registers as the first digit. If it does not unlock on the first try, try again.
The door code and these instructions are also sent one day before arrival.
Check-out: before 10:00 AM
Thank you for staying with us! We would appreciate your help with a few simple items before you leave. Please check out by 10:00 AM on your departure day. Our cleaning team arrives right after, often for a same-day turnover. Need a little more time? Message us the day before and we will check.
Before you leave
- ☐ Lock all windows and doors
- ☐ Turn off the stove/oven, TV, lights and appliances, and the propane gas fire pit and BBQ grill
- ☐ Leave any provided key on the kitchen counter
- ☐ Place all trash in the designated bins and return toys, the crib and baby items to their original location
- ☐ Clean up pet waste and excessive pet hair if applicable, and report any damage (the host works through AirCover)
- ☐ If convenient, start the dishwasher and send us a quick message once you have left
Safe travels, and we hope to welcome you back!
Trash
Please sort trash and recyclables, or simply leave them inside — our cleaners sort everything. Bagged trash goes in the kitchen bin; there is no trash-out or laundry to do. Trash collection is scheduled for Wednesday around 8 AM. Exception: if your stay spans trash day, please wheel the bins to the curb the night before, and we will send a reminder.
House rules
- Cancellation — We uphold our cancellation policy as we only have each stay available to one group of guests. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your booking.
- No Parties or Events — This home is monitored with security and exterior cameras. Any parties or events are strictly prohibited. Violations will trigger Airbnb involvement and a $500 fine. Visitors above the 12-person capacity are defined as a gathering. A gathering of less than 25 persons is allowed for an additional $200 fee, as long as no more than 12 guests stay overnight.
- Quiet Hours: 10 PM – 8 AM — Please respect neighbors by keeping noise low during quiet hours. Our goal is to provide a clean, comfortable rental and an enjoyable Seattle experience.
- No Smoking — Smoking of any kind, including vaping, is not allowed anywhere on the property. Violations incur a $300 fee.
- Pets — Dog-friendly only: Maximum of 2 small dogs (<20 lbs). Cats or unauthorized animals are not allowed. Violations may incur fees of $500–$1,000. Pets are not allowed on furniture, beds, pillows, or linens. Bring waste bags and clean up after your pets.
- No Shoes Indoors — Please remove shoes when entering to help maintain cleanliness.
- Self-Catering — We provide a starter supply of essentials (toilet paper, oil, salt, pepper, etc.). Guests are responsible for additional food or supplies.
- Early Check-In | Late Check-Out — Early check-in and late check-out are available upon request, subject to availability, and are charged on an hourly basis. Please contact us in advance to arrange these services.
- Trash & Recycling — Please sort trash and recycling into the correct bins. If unsure, leave items inside and the cleaning team will handle them.
- Lost & Found — Take all personal belongings before check-out. If items are left behind, shipping is available for $100 handling + shipping costs.
- Left Behind — Please take all of your belongings with you when you check out. We don't keep personal hygiene products or food left behind by guests.
- This unit is best suited for quiet, family-oriented stays; the lower unit is occupied below, so please be mindful of noise.
- The connecting door between the units stays locked during your stay.
Wi-Fi, amenities and how things work
Wi-Fi: the network name and password come with the check-in instructions sent one day before arrival.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Parking | Designated guest parking area on the driveway or along the side of the house; do not park on the front lawn or block the driveway (garage access). |
| Heating and power | Each bedroom wall heater has its own thermostat in the room. Keep heaters on the H1 setting so electrical capacity is not exceeded When using multiple electronic devices, follow the provided instructions to prevent outages. |
| Decorative lights | The switch for the decorative front lights is behind the fence on the left. |
| Storage | Pack 'n Play and vacuum in the entrance closet; extra foldable chairs, fan, and foldable twin bed in the bunker bed closet. |
| Connecting door | The connecting door between the units stays locked during your stay. |
| Fire pit and BBQ | Private patio and backyard with an outdoor sitting area, BBQ grill and propane gas fire pit. Outdoor couch cushions are stored in the gym. Turn off the fire pit gas and grill after use, and never leave the fire pit burning unattended. |
KitchenAid foam coffee guide
- Make the coffee: insert a K-Cup pod, place a cup under the dispenser, and brew.
- Make the foam: pour cold milk into the pitcher or frother, steam or froth until foamy and warm, then pour the foam over the coffee.
- Finish up: remove and discard the used K-Cup pod, and rinse the frother or steam wand after use.
How-to videos
How to grill the perfect steak
How to use the Schlage smart lock
How to light the Weber Genesis II burners
Smoke alarm — what to do when it beeps
Seattle visitor map
See Seattle attractions and reviews on Tripadvisor. Ratings below are Tripadvisor and Google ratings checked Oct 31, 2026.
Near Green Lake
- Green Lake Park — lakeside walking and running in a neighbourhood park. Tripadvisor ★4.6 (about 1.8 mi).
- Woodland Park Zoo — the zoo near Green Lake. Tripadvisor ★4.3 · Google ★4.6 — about 3.2 mi.
- Gas Works Park — lakeside park with skyline views. Tripadvisor ★4.3 · Google ★4.7 — about 3.6 mi.
- University District — shops and places to eat near the university — about 2.3 mi.
Downtown Seattle
- Space Needle — Seattle's iconic observation tower. Tripadvisor ★4.3 · Google ★4.6 — about 5.6 mi.
- Pike Place Market — the historic public market downtown. Tripadvisor ★4.5 · Google ★4.6 — about 6.2 mi.
- Chihuly Garden and Glass — glass art museum at Seattle Center. Tripadvisor ★4.8 · Google ★4.7 — about 5.6 mi.
- Seattle Aquarium — waterfront aquarium. Tripadvisor ★4.0 · Google ★4.3 — about 6.3 mi.
- Kerry Park — small park with postcard views of downtown and the Space Needle. Tripadvisor ★4.6 · Google ★4.8 — about 5.3 mi.
Discovery Park
- Discovery Park — 534-acre natural park with trails, beach and a lighthouse. Tripadvisor ★4.5 · Google ★4.8 — about 5.7 mi.
Safety and emergencies
In an emergency, call 911 first, then let us know through Airbnb.
Nearby hospital: Northwest Hospital & Medical Center, 1550 N 115th St, Seattle, WA, (206) 364-5000.
Exploring the area
Restaurants
- Duke's Seafood Green Lake — 7850 Green Lake Dr N, Seattle; Pacific Northwest seafood — about 2.1 mi
- Noi Thai Cuisine — 7900 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle; Thai cuisine — about 2.1 mi
- Zeeks Pizza (Green Lake) — pizza — about 2.1 mi
- Rosita's Mexican Grill — 7210 Woodlawn Ave NE, Seattle; Mexican cuisine — about 1.7 mi
Coffee
- Revolutions Coffee — 7208 East Green Lake Dr N, Seattle — about 1.7 mi
- Cafe Javasti (Wedgwood) — 8617 35th Ave NE, Seattle; coffeehouse, bakery and creperie — about 0.1 mi
- Van Gogh Coffeehouse (Wedgwood) — 8210 35th Ave NE, Seattle — about 0.3 mi
- Kitanda — 428 NE 71st St, Seattle; Brazilian-inspired coffee — about 1.6 mi
Grocery
- PCC Community Markets (Aurora) — 7504 Aurora Ave N, Seattle; natural and organic grocery — about 2.4 mi
- Trader Joe's (U District) — 4555 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle — about 2.3 mi
- Trader Joe's (Greenwood) — 8726 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle — about 2.9 mi
- QFC (Wallingford) — 4500 Wallingford Ave N, Seattle; supermarket — about 2.9 mi
