Shafer Baillie Mansion

LOVED the stay! Beautiful views, great location, awesome hostess, fabulous antiques, whats not to like? Thank you for everything!

We stayed on night here in the SE Ballroom. The room was lovely - great bed. The house itself is amazingly elegant and grand. What a pleasure to stay there! The location was very convenient - a very short walk to the bus that gets you downtown in 15 minutes. Volunteer Park is 2 blocks from the mansion and it is beautiful. There is a lovely Victorian Conservatory there along with the Asian Art Museum and a water tower you can climb for great views of downtown and also Mt. Rainier. The staff (Brenda and Greg) were perfect hosts - very welcoming and helpful - they had lots of suggestions for things to do and places to eat. They could not have been more accommodating. Plus the breakfasts were delicious with lots of variety. We would definitely stay here again.

We were absolutely blown away by this exceptional B&B. The location is so quiet that we rarely saw or heard anyone outside our open windows, but it's 6 minutes from downtown. The house itself is incredibly beautiful, the accommodations deluxe. Rather than an airpot of increasingly stale coffee for off hours, they provide the luxury of a Keurig -- truly fabulous. The only suggestion I would make is that they provide a dark makeup removal cloth ... I hated using the white washcloth; even washing my face several times before using it, I got some mascara on it, and then spent several minutes trying to get it back out. On the other hand, if it's not bothering them, I don't know why it should bother me!

I recently spent six nights at the Shafer Baillie mansion and the the entire experience was excellent. The rooms are are contextual and very comfortable. The breakfasts were nutritious and delicious. The innkeepers, Brenda and Glenn, wee helpful and treated us like family. The surrounding neighborhood is beautiful and walkable...even down to Seattle's downtown. I plan on returning for my next visit to Seattle.

We recently stayed at Shafter Baillie Mansion for the second time and were just as impressed as we were on our first visit. Great service and delicious, laid back breakfast. Coffee and snacks available all day as well! Our room was spotless and very comfortable. Beautiful walks through the neighborhood and we loved the restaurant that was recommeneded to us by the hosts, Coastal Kitchen. It was a very short walk away. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit to Seattle.

Great place. Beautiful neighborhood, within a good long walk of downtown (at least on a sunny day). Rooms are large, well appointed, and the public rooms are the same. Innkeeper is very helpful and engaging, and the breakfasts are just about perfect in their wide selection. We intend to make this our regular place to stay when visiting Seattle.

Loved our stay! There was plenty of free parking on the street. The house and rooms were lovely. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay again!

We recently spent two nights at the Shafer Baillie Mansion. This is a beautiful, welcoming estate. Great care has been taken to furnish the home with lovely antiques. The staff was very friendly and made us feel at home We came in late one evening and helped ourselves to hot tea and biscuits in the dining room. I felt as if we were staying at Downton Abbey. The breakfast was lovely with hot berry cobbler, fresh fruit, yogurt, etc. We look forward to staying there again.

thoroughly enjoyed our 4 day stay - very welcoming - excellent, tasty expanded continental breakfast (rolls, bagels, pastries, cheeses, fresh fruits, smoked salmon, prosciutto, cereals, yoghurts, homemade cobblers, coffee, tea, juices, etc.), spacious library, sunroom, living room, dining room - very comfortable beds - close to downtown & bus transportation - lovely neighborhood

My first visit to this lovely B & B will certainly not be my last. The newly renovated historic mansion is both visually pleasing and comfortable. The owners and staff are gracious, knowledgeable and helpful. The breakfast was as beautifully presented as it was delicious. I wished that I had played the piano well enough to take advantage of the opportunity to play the grand piano in the parlor. The library beckoned invitingly for a leisurely reading of the morning paper each morning. Overall, my feeling was that I had been the most welcome guest of highly accomplished hosts in a very well appointed home.

What a beautiful place to stay and in a beautiful location. Relaxed and comfortable.

This house is as beautiful as the pictures show it to be! The numerous public rooms are jewels. The rooms are lovely, comfortable, quiet, very clean, and well maintained. The linens on the bed were luxurious. The expanded continental breakfast was great--I enjoyed it more than I thought because of the variety offered and the flexibility. This is the best bed and breakfast in Seattle, in my opinion. I don't want to stay anywhere else when I'm in Seattle.

A fantastic old mansion in a great part of Seattle, close to shops, stores and downtown. The rooms are clean and the furnishings wonderful. The maid keep everything beautiful but the Inn Keeper is less than the building deserves.

Thank you Brenda and Glenn for another wonderful, relaxing and yummy stay at the Mansion! The girls were so excited to wake up every am to see what was for breakfast and we sooo enjoyed our Elliot Bay room -- perfect for all 4 of us! Thanks again for all of your warm hospitality and help! See you again in March! Cassie

The mansion was beautiful, cozy and enchanting. We stayed only one night, but for that amount of time, it felt like we were in a different time or someplace other than beautiful Seattle. The surrounding area was charming and inviting, especially with all the snow that fell during our stay. We wouldn't mind staying there again!

Just wanted to send a few words praise about Brenda and Glen, who were both wonderful

The Shafer-Baillie Mansion is by far the best B&B on Seattle's Capital Hill (we've stayed at at least four others, which shall remain nameless). Entering the front gate, you feel like you're stepping back in time, but the hospitality is all 21st century, from the room amenities to the info on what to do in Seattle to the decadent Dilettante chocolate beans on the sideboard and the always-available coffee, tea, fruit and sweets. And the beds---oh, the lovely silky sheets! HZ, Atlanta

The B&B was comfortable and the help was very accommodating.

Comfortable, good breakfast, quiet, good neighborhood. Brenda and Glenn are very attentive and friendly.

The B&B has a great location being walking distance to good food and close to downtown. Service was excellent, rooms very clean and my wife loved the period decore. We would highly recommend a stay.

We had our small family wedding at the Shafer Baillie Mansion this past week. The setting was gorgeous and personal. The staff were incredibly helpful and easy to work with. We stayed the night after the wedding and found the rooms luxurious and immaculate. In other words, it was perfect.

we spent 5 nights at shafer baillie and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. the rooms are beautifully furnished with authentic period furniture, the bathrooms upgraded, spacious and modern. by keeping the main floor as public area, you can relax in the gorgeous living room, library, or sun room and the excellent breakfast is served in the enormous dining room. the mansion is a showpiece and set amidst a neighborhood filled with historical homes. very conveniently located--it is a gem!

This charming old mansion has been renovated to perfection. The room was spotless, welcoming and very comfortable. The bathroom sparkled and was not at all fussy or over-decorated. The breakfast defies description: it would discourage lunch for most normal eaters! The staff was very attentive, with just the right level of friendliness and involvement. We would definitely go back for another visit.

This B&B in the Capitol hill area of Seattle is a real gem. We spent 3 nights on a short snowshoe holiday in December 2011. Friendly people, comfy rooms, fun neighborhood, easy walk to downtown and easy to take a bus or cab back up the hill. Home is beautiful with an interesting history. Food plentiful and delicious.

My husband & I stayed on 11/22/11 for one night. We were flying in from the east coast and the staff at the inn accomidated our late check in and even reccomended a few resturants in the area which was greatly apperciated after a long day of travel. Room was clean and the bed comfy. Next time we head out to Seattle, we will make a point to stay here again.

We had a wonderful time. This home has been lovingly restored and I felt like the Duchess of the Manor. The location was also fantastic. Glenn and Anna made us feel so welcome and helped us learn our way around town. We participated in the Seattle Marathon, so they arranged food for our early start and researched how we could best get to the start of the race. Most enjoyable!

My wife and I attended Seattle to participate in the Marathon. The owners and staff of the Mansion went out of their way to assist with transportation to the marathon, preparation of pre-dawn breakfasts and extra fruit to replenish our bodies after the big day. The rooms, house, location and atmosphere are beyond expectation. This is the best B&B we have ever stayed at.

We had a great time at SBM and would recommend it to all. The house is lovely but we felt at home and comfortable. The neighborhood is great with interesting houses, in easy walking distance of good restaurants. Highly recommended.

Wonderful B&B. Without a car a bit isolated from anything other than local 15th street shops/restaurants in cold weather. Taxis reliably arrive with 5-10 minutes and it is a short drive to all main areas of Seattle.

We've stayed here twice. Each time, we were welcomed warmly, housed in well-appointed rooms and felt free to relax in all the Mansion's welcoming, luxurious public rooms. The hosts were knowledgeable about the surrounding area when we asked for help finding certain types of stores, and encouraged us to explore the neighborhood. Generous breakfasts gave us a good start to the day. When we needed to stay later in our rooms, the manager was accomodating. We'll be back!

I surprised my wife for our 20th anniversary at the mansion, and our stay was wonderful. The staff was great the house was so warm and rich with history and detail. Ana and mark did such a wonderful job with the restorations, keeping it true to the period. The mansion made such an impression on our first trip to Seattle. Many thanks to all who maintain and manage this lovely treasure. We look forward to visiting again oneday and meeting the owners.

A magnificent mansion, built about 100 years ago. Huge rooms. only 8 rentals so the feeling is as a visiting guest rather than as a customer. Wonderful ambiance. A large library. It is the best.

the mansion has been beautifully restored. the owner and the inn keeper are both incredibly friendly and helpful - but not too 'invasive'. we had to leave very early our second morning and the inn keeper left us custom to-go breakfast for our drive. the neighborhood is nice and right near volunteer park. beautiful part of seattle. i would definitely stay there again!

Wonderful place to stay. Location is convenient, nest to beautiful Park! We stayed in the Master Suite...my wife had to drag me out of the full body shower. We will stay there again.

The Shafer Baillie Mansion is not only located in a gorgeous setting, but is also made of gorgeous and comfortable rooms. We stayed in the Southwest ballroom and it was fantastic. The room had a wonderfully comfortable Cal King bed and a whole seating area with a couch. We had our 6 month old with us and the owners were so nice about that. The bathroom floor was heated when we woke up in the morning to take our showers. Such a comfortable room. The breakfast in the morning was fantastic. From the home make egg strada, to the fresh fruit and delicious pastries. We couldn't have asked for more. We will only stay here for our next visit to Seattle. Love it!

The mansion was beautiful both inside and out. And if you are on the third floor like us there is a pretty view of the city lights. I particularly liked that there was books and comfy readings nooks spread all over the house. However, if reading is not in your plans just take a little walk and there is everything you could want just a few blocks away. (A park, little shops, bus stop etc.) And most important the staff was warm and friendly.

The bed in the Southeast ballroom is heavenly; so were the sheets. Beautiful place. I only wish every room had a soaking tub! Expensive but worth it as you would pay nearly this much for most other accommodations in Seattle.

We stayed for three nights and couldn't fault it. The mansion has been beautifully and tastefully restored. The breakfasts were superb and Brenda and Glen went out of their way to make us welcome and helped us to make the most of our time there.

Ana is a delightful hostess and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the mansion among the lovely antiques. Our room was large and comfortable. I would recommend this B & B. It is a short walk to Volunteer Park which has an Asian museum, a beautiful dahlia display and a green house with great views of Seattle.

I made a special before I booked the master suite and I was treated very well. The gentleman who greeted my party was more than helpful. I met the owner in the morning and she was also quite charming. There was another lady who was short with me in an email reply and not very welcoming when I ran into her in the hallway. She was not rude, just not as warm as the others I met.

Glenn and Brenda went out of their way to make us feel welcome. I stupidly left my iPhone behind and they helped return it to me late in our trip. The rooms and house are beautifully restored and a very welcome sight after having been on the road for 8 hours from Portland via Columbia Gorge and Mt St Helens. The house is situated in a very funky part of town with lots of local colour and a range of places to dine. We only had Seattle down as an overnight but if you were spedning a few days here this B&B would be a great place to base yourself. Being able to brew a fresh coffee whenever you want is a definite bonus! we are alrady planning a return visit to spend more time in the Seattle area.

We love this very well located B&B for the spacious and charming rooms, the beautiful dining room, the library and hall. It was a delight to be welcomed at breakfast in the morning by Brenda, who was there to take care of all our needs.

This is a beautiful old mansion in a beautiful neighborhood. Volunteer park is a block away. A two block walk puts you into the Capitol Hill business area where there are a number of fun pubs and good restaurants. The breakfast at inn was delightful and included smoked salmon, fresh baked goods, along with the usual fare. It is on our "return" list.

Stayed two nights at SB Mansion. Staff was prompt and polite at check in, nice amenities (food and beverages available all the time). Beautiful house, lovely room, nicely appointed with all the modern conveniences (TV with cable, free wifi, computer available in library). Staff was very sweet and the breakfast was plentiful and delicious. Location is great. It's in a quiet section of the neighborhood, but within a 5 min walk of parks, shops, many restaurants and bars. Did have an issue trying to find the location with the Garmin. You have to be specific to 14th Avenue East instead of just 14th Avenue, but a quick call to the SB Mansion and all was resolved quickly.

A beautiful place to stay with very welcoming innkeepers. Our only difficulty was upon arrival - for some reason we hadn't realized the owners would not be on-site before 4 pm unless previously arranged. And just after 4 pm we again didn't realize that the mansion is so large that loud knocking on the door rather than relying on the doorbell is necessary! A beautiful area of Seattle, close to the center. Our room was enormous with tremendous charm - we only wished we could have stayed longer.

My daughter recently had her wedding at the Shafer Baillie Mansion. It was a beautiful event in a beautiful setting! Everything went as planned and I credit a lot of that to Brenda who is the manager at the mansion. She is fantastic at what she does. Her advice and guidance was invaluable. Not only did we have the wedding there but most of the wedding party stayed in rooms at the mansion for a couple nights. The rooms are very comfortable, clean, and great views. The buffet breakfast each morning was so delicious and even included baking from some of Brenda's family recipes. It was a perfect weekend!

We stayed at Shafer Baillie for 2 nights after returning to Seattle on our Alaskan cruise. We had rented a car, and we had prepurchased city pass booklets. Glenn and Brenda went above and beyond to help us out, Brenda told us we should take the bus and monorail to get where we wanted to go rather than drive, she told us exactly where we needed to go and what bus we should take, this saved us a substantial sum of parking fees as well as the hassle of trying to find a place to park, our visit coincided with the Bumbershoot Festival. As for the Mansion, the only reason I didn't give it an outstanding was that the rug in our room was curled up on one edge and you had to be careful not to trip on it, but we were told about it ahead of time. The food was delicious, smoked salmon, boiled eggs, fresh strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, coffee cake, cobbler and more. What a magnificent building!!!

My husband, sister and I stayed at the Shafer Baillie Mansion for six days in August 2011. The staff was exceptional and the mansion is beautiful. We would recommend the Shafer Baillie Mansion and plan on staying again when we are in Seattle.

If you are a " high maintenance " person,this B&B may not be for you...if you want a quiet, private luxury experience... this is your place. After you check in and are given the tour, the staff melts into the background and you feel as if the mansion is yours. You are now ready come and go as you please while seldom running into guests or staff. Breakfast is when the staff shines...I felt the menu was more than "continental" and quite varied and plentiful. Also Brenda, the manager, kept the atmosphere cheerful and the conversation flowing. I only wish we lived within driving distance so that we could visit on a regular basis.

The mansion is wonderful, stained glass, oak wainscotting, comfortable furniture. Our suite was spacious, well lighted, comfortable, great antique bath fixtures. Delicious European-style breakfasts, great neighborhood with Volunteers Park just 1 block away and a comfortable walk to Pike Place Market and countless pubs and restaurants. This is a gem!

Absolutly beautiful place! The rooms, the gardens, the sun room, everything was just perfect. Super clean, friendly service, so comfortable and relaxing. All the little details made it a perfect stay. The first morning for breakfast they even had a homemade blueberry cobbler, yum!!! My only regret is we didn't have more time to enjoy it. -Joy Franklin

This is the fourth time we have stayed at the Mansion while visiting our son in Seattle. The rooms are not only beautiful but very spacious and comfortable. The breakfast provided each morning has something for everyone and is one of the best we have ever seen at a B&B. The innkeepers Ana Lena, Brenda and Glenn are so friendly and helpful they make you feel like you are one of the family. This will be our home away from home as long as our son lives in Seattle!

The house is a gorgeous historic mansion, meticulously restored, on "Millionaire's Row" near Volunteer Park in Seattle. The owners and staff were very welcoming, everything was beautiful, the breakfast featured smoked salmon and other delicacies. It was a wonderful experience. Book early, they fill up fast!

Was pleasantly surprised to find the grounds very well manicured and the staff extremely helpful. From the minute I opened the front door until the minute I left, I felt like I was very much at home and didn't want to leave! Would love to stay there again. A great B&B at a great price!! Amazing food too.

We thought the price for a night's stay at the Mansion was a bit high, but decided to stay anyway. Wow, were we impressed! The entire property is lovely, the common rooms are very inviting and well preserved to the period the mansion was built. Our room was large clean, and very comfortable with exquisite chandelier lighting to enhance the interior view. Breakfast was European style with a delicious buffet. Coffee and tea is available all the time with chocolate candies to top it all off. It was definitely worth the value!

We were in Seattle for our wedding and pseudo honeymoon. We stayed at the Shafer Baillie Mansion after our wedding day as we explored Seattle. It definitely exceeded our expectations. What a wonderful home with a rich history. We will assuredly be back some day.

We stayed for several nights recently at the Shafer Baillie Mansion. Upon arriving we were met by the hosts Brenda and Glen and another couple arrived at the exact same time. Unfortunately we were treated a tiny bit like it was an inconvenience (by Brenda) that we all happened to arrive at the same time. There was also another incident when we were exploring the grounds and told rather rudely (by Brenda) that we were in a private area. There was no sign marking it as such and it made us feel uncomfortable. After those two experiences with her, one of our group said that he would be hiding in the room the rest of the time and did not want to encounter her again. I overheard two other guests say things to her like, "sorry to have bothered you" and "oh, you weren't just being mean...you were looking out for my safety...". It seemed unfortunate to me that not just us, and not just once, but others also felt put off by her several times. I couldn't quite figure out how she got that job, seeming so easily flustered and annoyed by her guests. Besides that, the mansion itself is really pretty and kept very clean. I found it odd that the coffee was single serving and self-help, I guess I thought for Seattle it would have been brewed freshly in very nice big pots. Also, for anyone sensitive to smells, it seems they are burning incense or something very heavy that permeates the whole place and hits you like a wall when you walk in. We would not stay here again. Sad, but true.

I don't think there's a better venue for getting to know Seattle - easy walking distance to great restaurant options, parks, public transportation. Easy parking too! The property is genuinely mansion-like in feel and scale - be sure to ask to see downstairs. Brenda and Glenn were outstanding hosts - very helpful; and the breakfasts were superior quality yet informal.

We shared pictures and our experience. Friends and family are awestruck by the opportunity to stay in such a lovely home, with great service and affordable pricing. WE were awestuck!

loved capital hill room and hospitality given throughout stay

It is hard to find a great family room at most B & B's. The Shafer Baillie has three excellent rooms that accommodate four people. We stayed in the Southwest Ballroom, which had lots of space and lots of windows. It was only a few dollars more than the so-so hotel we stayed in last time, and here we felt safe, comfortable and taken care of in beautiful surroundings. Fun, walkable neighborhood--interesting houses and good restaurants nearby. Quick drive to other sights. Hosts give excellent directions. First rate without being snobby.

We recently spent 1 night in the Master Suite at Shafer Baillie and were delighted at the size of the suite - it was spacious and comfortable. There is a charming soaking tub in the bath, although it didn't plug or drain well, and it would've taken over an hour to fill half-way, and I felt it would be wasteful - and I couldn't figure out the plug anyway! (the drain problem was that the bit that seemed you would pull up to open the drain was completely loose and not connected to anything!). BUT the shower was wonderful. The sideboard snacks (fruit, cinnamon rolls) were tasty. Not much interface with the innkeeper, so if a guest had questions, it would have meant interrupting her in her room. She did come out around dinner time, though, to point some of us the (walking distance) direction of some local eateries. Nothing spectacular to walk to, but a short drive would take one to some more interesting restaurants, I'm sure. SHAFER BAILLIE itself, though, is a vintage masterpiece, a true gem of an old house. Stunning leaded glass, wood paneling, spacious & gracious public rooms - simply beautiful. Quiet, peaceful, on a wonderful tree-lined street - in a great neighborhood for walking, saying 'hi' to the neighbors, etc. LOVED Shafer Baillie and would stay again.

Our stay at Shafer Baille was very relaxing. The house and grounds were clean and quiet and they have wonderful Egyptian cotton sheets on the beds. (nice touch) The owners have put a lot of time and effort restoring this beautiful home. The people running the B&B for the owners were very helpful in getting us acclimated to the area and made a wonderful breakfast for everyone. My favorite rooms are the dining room and the sunroom with all of the natural light shining through in the morning. But every room has its own character and some interesting detail. This is a great place to unwind while still being close enough to Seattle to enjoy the city if you want to. If we visit Seattle again, we would definitely stay at Safer Baille again.

Not only convienent, but an absolutely beautiful location! Very cozy feeling. We were a group of five couples and it was so much nicer than being spred out in a hotel. Wonderful food, staff and service! Would definitely stay there again.

My wife and stayed here on our west coast honeymoon trip. The service and care from the innkeepers was absolutely outstanding. While not downtown, the location is convenient for taking public transportation to the waterfront, making it very easy to get around to all of Seattle's biggest attractions. Would definitely recommend to anyone as a great place to stay.

I love the community, and the owners go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. Always look forward to going back.

Not quite within walking distance of downtown, but public transit is closeby.

Beautiful house, close enough to walk to the water (about 2.5 miles, but definitely a fun walk). Room and bath were nice, breakfast yummy.

We had an amazing experience at the Shafer Baillie! The entire staff was great, each breakfast was delicious, and we loved not only our room, but the entire mansion. Not to mention the great neighborhood--it's a stone's throw away from Volunteer Park and quite a few little restaurants. We will be staying here again if the opportunity arises!

What a beautiful home! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The mansion is elegant but warm and beautiful. Our accomodations were very comfortable. Perhaps the best of all were wonderful visits with the other guests and especially with our gracious hostess, Brenda. I would highly recommend staying here!

This beautiful heritage building has been lovingly restored and elegantly decorated in period style. The rooms are spacious, the service was welcoming and friendly, and the breakfast was delicious. The Shafer Baillie Mansion is located in a great location at the top of Capitol Hill, just a block from Volunteer Park. Make sure you climb the water tower for the 360 degree view.

Great hospitality, generous with extras, really neat building!

A beautiful mansion and each room was uniquely decorated. Brenda and Glenn were so friendly it was like you knew them forever. They made you feel very at home and comfortable! We will definitely be back!! Thank you so much!! R & C Santo

Wonderful historical restoration. Good neighborhood. Easy parking. Friendly host.

The Mansion was amazing! The Inn keepers are so freindly and informative. The house has so much history and is in a great location. My far the best neighborhood in Capital Hill. There was pleanty of parking out front each night. Breakfast was more than you would get at any other B&B in town and the best thing was that you can eat anywhere between 8-10am. Would definitly recommend this again!

we really enjoyed our stay at the Shafer Baillie mansion- it's a REAL mansion and is fun to explore. We stayed in one of the ballrooms, the bed is one of the most comfortable I have ever slept on. The location is great, close to Volunteer Park and the Asian Art museum, just a few blocks to the bus stop that takes you straight downtown. I can definitely recommend this place!

Stayed here for 2 nights over Memorial Day weekend 2011. Brenda and Glen were great hosts -- warm, friendly and helpful with information about places to visit. The Mansion is well-kept and located in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood, within easy walking distance to Volunteer Park and restaurants, cafes and shops. The rooms were clean and very comfortable. The breakfast is continental but a generous one, and there is a Keurig coffee/tea maker available for use throughout the day. I'd definitely stay here again.

From the moment we arrived we loved the mansion. We were actually lucky enough to have the mansion almost to ourselves. The mansion was so beautiful with some many lovely places to sit and relax. The room was very well appointed and clean. Breakfast was delectable! The mansion is in a beautiful part of town and downtown is a nice walk away. We would love to come back to Seattle and we would definately stay at the Mansion.

Everything about this recently stored mansion was outstanding: location, rooms, service, and value. Managers Glenn & Bertha were a delight to meet and made great suggestions for side-trips.

The Shafer Baillie Mansion is a glorious old house with comfortable accommodations and beautiful public spaces. The neighborhood is great for walking, and close to everything you want to see in Seattle. We will stay here again!

Superb house in a superb neighborhood, very large facilities (both rooms and common area), well tuned piano available to guests and a very convivial service: what else?

Classy, quiet, seemingly in a secluded location but not too far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Everything was very clean. The excentric owners were very inviting, very conversational and hospitable. Breakfast was delicious and there were too many options to choose from!

It made our 1st visit to Seattle very special. We will stay here in future visits.

The hosts were friendly and helpful but not intrusive. Lovely home.

We really enjoyed our stay. The staff, including the owner were very helpful in giving suggestions of places to eat and visit. There are several excellent dining choices within walking distance. Loved all the breakfast options. The cobbler was delicious. We loved the Southwest Ballroom. The California king sized bed is so comfortable and the room was very quiet. My husband's favorite room to visit was the library. He loved the selection of books and magazines. We will recommend this place to our friends and family. We plan to return again next year. Hope this place is still open in ten years to renew our wedding vows here for our 20th anniversary.

I took my husband out for his birthday. We only stayed one night but it was awesome. Everyone was great very nice and very helpful in finding restuarants and things to do. We really enjoyed everything about the place the rooms were very clean and nice. The breakfast was very good and had a little of everything which was also very good. I would defintely reccomend this place to my friends and familoy and plan on returning again in the future.

What a gem! Wish I could keep this one all to myself, but that would just be selfish! This is a gorgeous home with wonderful hosts. We played the piano in the salon, sipped coffee in the conservatory, had breakfast in dining room like the elite and investigated the neighborhood and nearby park. Fabulous views of the city...comfortable beds...and heated tile floors! What more could you ask for...this family of four (yes, including teenagers) votes this is one place we will definately return to!

Beautifully renovated while preserving historical details. Love the urban setting. Breakfast is a cold buffet, but includes a wide variety of high-quality gourmet food such as prosciutto and fresh berries. More spacious than most historic homes. Gracious owner and managers. Parking on street.

We are frequent travelers and Shafer Baillie is now on the top of our list. Everything about the inn was better than expected. The hosts are amazing, genuinely interested in their guests without being intrusive. The mansion oozes character and history, while retaining a warmth that glows from every room. An added bonus is how squeaky clean the staff keeps the inn. Beautiful, rich bed linens and every amenity you can think of. Finally, we enjoyed the location. Being runners, we had access to the arboretum, Volunteer Park and the unique charm of the Capitol Hill neighborhood. Many great neighborhood cafes and restaurants within walking distance. Can't recommend this place enough!!

The sheets alone would give this property a high rating. However, the staff definitely clinche it. They are very personal, warm, and friendly such that one feels like family. The Shafer Baillie Mansion is a beautiful, well-maintained property with comfortable common rooms where guests can "hang out" and enjoy being pampered. Delicious food for breakfast. Beverages and snacks available 24/7 and a dish of chocolates on the entry table is a welcoming temptation when you return from your day's adventure. The beds are unbelievably comfortable with those sheets I mentioned. I can easily recommend this B&B. Many thanks to Brenda, et al for a lovely stay.

Our 5 night stay was very enjoyable. We enjoyed visiting with the hostess, and she was very accommodating as to check-in and check-out times We found the room to be clean and very quiet, and the bed was quite comfortable. The location was convenient to the activities we had planned and the bus was just a block away. We would definitely stay there again.

My wife and I really enjoyed the lovely home and our room (The Capitol Suite) was great. Very comfortable accomodations and a we enjoyed the breakfast variety as it was a very upscale contintental. The hosts are very nice people who make you feel welcome the moment you walk in the door and they are very knowledgable about their area.

All I can say is, this is such a beautiful place... we didn't want to leave. Though it was winter, from the moment we entered the gated courtyard, it was like stepping back in time. Our Innkeepers, Brenda and Glen, couldn't have been nicer and every detail was perfect. We had run of the house during our visit and every morning breakfast awaited. This is an amazing piece of history and visit again we will. Thank you Brenda and Glen, you are awesome!

The Shafer Baillie Mansion is a delightful establishment in a quiet old residential neighborhood on Capitol Hill. The rooms are tastefully decorated and the hosts couldn't be more friendly and helpful! We plan to stay there whenever we come to Seattle!

Beautiful home! We had a lovely room (the Volunteer Park Room) with wonderful sheets, etc. The breakfast buffet was fabulous and the hosts completely gracious. We will be back!

We really could not have enjoyed our stay more at the Shafer Baillie Mansion. Our room was lovely, spotlessly clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and lavish, with home cooked items and local specialties. But the best part was the wonderful welcoming hosts, whose knowledge of the city enriched our stay tremendously. You will not disappointed if you choose this terrific spot to stay while you visit Seattle.

Gorgeous internal architecture with character; very specious common space for work; bedroom (we had the Central Ball room on third floor) had magnificent view on Seattle and was very clean and well maintained; quiet neighborhood yet walking distance to two great restaurants/commercial areas (15th, and Broadway). Fantastic breakfast and very friendly and helpful innkeepers.

This was our second stay at this beautiful mansion in Seattle. The mansion is beautifully maintained and kept spotlessly clean. The breakfast every morning was fabulous. I especially appreciate the couple who manage the facility as they are warm and friendly. I have never stayed anywhere that I have felt so comfortable and welcome. I cannot say enough great things about Shafer Baillie Mansion. LOVED IT!!! I will go back.

We have stayed here several times and adore it. Beautiful hardly begins to say enough, and we look forward to returning. There was a wedding during our stay, and it got a bit hectic, but otherwise this is an incredibly serene and relaxing place for a get-away.

felt like we were millionaires in this americana mansion hill area. breakfast was a sumptious delight ; wonderfully close to interesting park and varied restuarants

This was the most magnificent B&B we have stayed in. The atmosphere was relaxing, rooms elegant, location perfect, and service was superb. I would travel to Seattle just to stay there.

not only the comfortable clean room and welcoming hosts but a pleasure just to experience this house. Wonderful!

This B&B is by far Seattle's bed and breakfast. The photos on the website do not do this place justice. A warm and inviting inn... it feels like home.

Yes, Citizen Kane could've been filmed here. The mix of clients and staff makes an enjoyable and peaceful vacation in itself.

We were looking for something different for our 3-day trip to Seattle and the SB Mansion certainly fit the bill. The owner was very welcoming and helpful about other amenities in the area. The rooms were very comfortable with added pluses like an i-pod dock/alarm clock. The wi-fi was also a great feature. The library also contained albums outlining the history of the mansion along with pictures. Capitol Hill is also a great area close to bus transportation, coffee shops and restaurants and is only a 20 minute walk from downtown. We would definitely stay there again and have recommended it to others.

We have stayed at the Shafer-Baillie many times over the past year and a half, and it has truly become our home-away-from-home in Seattle. Our oldest daughter goes to school in the area, so we have been fortunate to get to know Brenda and Glen's hospitality well. From the moment you arrive, they make sure to take care of every need. We have stayed in many amazing places throughout the world, but this inn stands above the rest. It is lovingly restored, yet unpretentious. Immediately, you feel at home in this magnificent historical landmark. More importantly, Glen and Brenda connect with their guests through their sincere desire to make your stay perfect, as well as a genuine interest in everyone they meet. This being said, they are never intrusive or overbearing. They have made us feel like family, whether we are there for a brief stay or a more lengthy visit. Quite simply, there is no better place to stay in Seattle. The Shafer-Baillee combines luxury, hospitality and warmth to make for a perfect stay.

The Shafer Baillie Mansion is absolutely beautiful including the grounds. We enjoyed being able to walk to the park and local dining. Brenda was so welcoming and very helpful to us as this was our first visit to Seattle. The rooms were beautiful and fairly comfortable, a little creeky but I guess that is to be expected. We were very disappointed in the breakfast, mostly carbs, kind of a continental breakfast.

Our children gave us a gift certificate a year ago for a bed and breakfast, but we had never used it, never having gone to a bed and breakfast before. Finally, we decided to celebrate our 31st anniversary there. It was amazing! Inside I felt like I was in a page from Gone With the Wind. It was beautiful with dark woods and plush furniture. A bowl of truffles welcomed us in the main hall. A room was comfortable and private. The breakfast was outstanding, much more than a traditional continental breakfast. Fine cheese, proscuitto ham, salmon, boiled eggs, fresh fruit, and homemade breads and pastries. We want to come back every year!

What a gem.....this mansion has been lovingly restored and is a peaceful retreat during my visit to Seattle. Great location in beautiful tree lined neighborhood. The rooms are all impecible, beds are sooooo comfy and the bathrooms devine. Brenda and Glenn are great hosts and are a reflection of true "Southern Hospitality" in the Pacific NW. Thank you a delightful stay. A return trip is guaranteed !!

The SB Mansion was a great spot for family to gather for the wedding. The location was beautiful and there was plenty of room. Any room problems were taken care of promptly. The plumbing in the Master Suite bathroom (shower) was unique to see, but not so user friendly. If the old plumbing could be left in place to see, but more modern controls put inside the shower, it would be a great improvement. The breakfast was fine for the first few days, but I think on the weekends it would be a nice touch to have scrambled eggs and bacon or a waffle maker, just to break up the routine. Brenda and Glen do a good job of welcoming you and answering any questions. We enjoyed our visit...thanks

My parents and I enjoyed our two-night stay in the SB Mansion very much. It is located in a quieter part of Seattle, a bit off of the regular tourist trail. With a number of other beautiful houses nearby, the SB Mansion also offers access to several restaurants and coffee shops. Volunteer Park -- one block away -- is a nice place to spend a summer afternoon; the Conservatory in the park is outstanding. SB Mansion itself is full of great amenities with the feel that much work has gone into its restoration. It provides a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere, while retaining its historical charm without pretense. Ana (one of the owners) is an easy-going and friendly person, who is truly interested in all of her guests' backgrounds, and who is helpful in providing information about the neighborhood. She has a gift for what she has chosen to do, which is nice to see. We found the breakfast to be superb with a variety of cheeses, prosciutto, smoked salmon, pastries, good coffee, cereals, and fresh fruit (prepared and replenished throughout the morning so that guests may conveniently serve themselves to eat around a large table in the dining room which receives a nice morning light). Overall, our stay was fantastic. I would highly recommend SB Mansion to anyone.

My wife and I spent weeks researching B&B's in Seattle and we decided on the Shafer Baillie Mansion after reading the reviews online and checking out their website. We have stayed in many different hotels and B&B's around the country, and I must say this is in the top two. The website does not do this place justice! The house itself is a sight to see. Exceptionally grand. It has been restored to perfect condition. The rooms are large and have top quality beds and sheets with big screen TV's and cable. The house is located in the best part of town which was originally called "Millionaire's Row". All of the surrounding streets are lined with beautiful grand homes. The house has huge rooms on the first floor for relaxing, reading or conversation. While they do not serve a "full" breakfast, the expanded continental is plentiful and delicious. More than enough to get you through until lunch. Parking is somewhat of a challenge in Seattle but if you're relying on public transportation (which I recommend), the bus stop is one block over and you can catch a bus to anywhere about every 15 minutes. The Shafer Baillie Mansion is an excellent value and is highly recommended.

We went to Seattle for the first time to visit our Son who recently moved there. We hope to be able to return and there is no question that we will stay at the Shafer-Baillie Mansion. Great location, wonderful and informative host and beautiful and comfortable accomodations. What else could you ask for.

We stayed here recently with our 15-year old son and were very impressed with the inn. Our room was on the recently renovated 3rd floor and it was readily apparent that they did a great job. Flat screen TV, comfortable beds, great linens - all the comforts of a fine room without sacrificing the atmosphere of a historic old home. The neighborhood is amazing with all of the other mansions and parking was never a problem (We have been to Seattle a number of times and parking can be extremely difficult in residential areas.) The staff was very helpful and gracious - helping with our luggage even when we arrived after our expected check-in time and providing breakfast before their normal start time. We would definitely stay here again!

We stayed for two nights with our two year-old son and were very pleased with the Shafer Baillie Mansion. The mansion ha lots of historic charm with updated, new amenities. Our room was on the newly renovated third floor, and was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and the continental breakfast was fresh and tasty (all products were organic). Although traveling with a toddler can be a challenge, we felt very at home at the mansion, and would definitely stay again.

Gorgeous area. Mansion very beautiful outside & in. Very warm and gracious welcome by Brenda and Glen. Short walk to restaurants, lovely park, and transportation to downtown area. Very comfortable bed and we loved the heated bathroom floor. A variety of delicious pastries (some homemade) and local cheeses & fruits for breakfast.

If you enjoy staying in historic B&B's you will be very pleased with the Shafer Baillie Mansion. The exterior draws you in, the decor is nicely appointed, the detailed woodwork throughout the home is incredible and the beds are very comfortable. The breakfast offerings were ample and a walk around the surrounding neighborhood was a rare treat. No wonder they called it 'Millionaire's Row'. The best part of our stay was the welcome and service provided by our innkeepers - Brenda and Glen. Brenda has the right idea - "it's all about connecting with the guests". She is charming and a real 'People Pleaser'. Glen offered exceptional service that went above and beyond our expectations. A charming visit at a B&B we will certainly return to.

The entire SB mansion experience is amazing. The gardens, patio and overall Capitol Hill location are ideal. Our room Master Suite was luxurious -- the bed was so comfy, the decor was enchanting and the multi-spray shower was heavenly. The Innkeepers clearly are focused on the enjoyment of the guests and we were so welcomed and pampered. We're already planning our next trip so we can again enjoy the walks into the charming, creative Capitol Hill area and bask in the beauty of the SB oasis.

We had a wonderful weekend. The hostess was knowledgeable and had maps and directions to everywhere we wanted to go! The house is beautifully appointed with period pieces and our room was very comfortable. The area in which the mansion is located is perfect. Volunteer Park, Millionaire Row and the Capitol Hill District is wonderful for walking and exploring. A totally different Seattle. We had an excellent weekend and would go back.

What a great surprise to find such a beautiful B&B just minutes away from the heart of Seattle. We go to many many B&B and this one is on the top of our list to recommend.

This great Bed and Breakfast is located in a beautiful neighborhood just outside the city centre, it is only a 20 minutes’ walk to downtown Seattle. The area is very green, with the Volunteer Park and the Interlaken Park nearby. The Shafer Baillie Mansion is a very warm and brilliant house. The atmosphere is unique and the whole house is a combination of style, tradition, and comfort. The fact that we extended our stay 3 times says it all. We really felt at home and the owners are incredibly nice and helpful. On the one hand, they are always willing to help you, you can always have a talk with them, but on the other hand they give you your privacy. In sum, we have had a perfect time in the Shafer Baillie Mansion, we felt at home, and we will definitely come back. Moreover, we highly recommend it to our friends and relatives. All the best, Maurits van den Noort & Peggy Bosch

A great location on Capitol Hill and Volunteer Park. Comfortable and quiet rooms in a large and glorious mansion. No qualms about returning.

A wonderful haven away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Seattle but within a 15 minute ride on public transportation...free parking...and a variety of delicacies for breakfast...made our lengthy time spent at a conference bearable...

This was our first visit to Seattle and I am so glad we stayed at the Shafer Baillie Mansion. It was beyond our expectations.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Mansion. I had a large family group (7) and it was our first visit to Seattle. Ana and her family were so friendly and kind to all of us, especially the children in the group. They have done and outstanding job renovating the home! Our only complaint is we didn't have enough time at the Inn. We hope to return for a much longer visit very soon!

Loved this place. The mansion was awesome. We stayed in the Master Suite which was fantastic -- loved the big screen TV and spray shower. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting Seattle.

Great location on Millionaire's Row, Capitol Hill, near beautiful Volunteer Park. Extraordinary renovation with amazing attention to detail. We loved the Master Suite, a super value given its size, huge TV, and amazing rib cage shower. I promise you've never experienced anything like it. Cordial innkeepers, too.