Inn of Twin Gables Bed and Breakfast 3258 14th Avenue West Seattle Washington 98119 USA http://www.innoftwingables.com/ Phone: +1-206-284-3979 Fax: +1-206-284-3974 Toll-free: +1-866-INN-3979

General Information

Inn of Twin Gables is a Seattle, Washington Bed and Breakfast Inn offering three comfortable guest rooms, all with private bath, and a substantial gourmet breakfast; also a full 2 bedroom apartment with kitchen, W/D. Personal attention and an ambiance of welcome and comfort make it your home away from home. Located just minutes from Seattle Center, downtown, Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square and the universities, the inn is on the west slope of Queen Anne Hill across from Magnolia and just south of the Ballard Bridge and Fremont.

Inn of Twin Gables is a classic Arts & Crafts home with original interior woodwork, boxed-beam ceilings and old world fir floors. A well-appointed living room with fireplace and overstuffed furniture, and an enclosed sun porch for morning coffee and sunset viewing, allow for a cozy atmosphere with period antique furnishings and accessories.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 200.00
• The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
• Other Accommodations: full apartment for 2-4 + bath
  See discounts for single or multiple night rates, or see our website for additional special.

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:30 AM (early as 8 AM by req)
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Coffee and teas always available., Continental breakfast before 8 AM
• Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Various dishes with home grown herbs.
  Enjoy a sumptuous hot gourmet breakfast in our formal dining room at 8:30 every morning. For special consideration, or if you are unable to join us for breakfast, please let us know the prior day! Before 8:00 am, we can arrange a continental breakfast for you. We always check with our guests and try to accommodate dietary restrictions. A typical breakfast includes choice of juice and hot beverage, fresh fruit dish and main course. Our specialties are prepared with garden-grown herbs:
  
  Examples of Breakfasts:
  * Stuffed French Toast * Chile Rellenos Fritatta * Eggs Benedict or Florentine * Tortilla Espanola * Savory Crepes
  * Fresh Herb Omelet * Breakfast souffles * Melon with seasonal herbs * Tarragon Grapefruit * Peach Lavender Crisp
  * Tropical Fruit Salad with Ginger Splash * Moist Fluffy Scones * Pancakes with fruit, nuts, spices

Policies

• Minimum stay required (2-3 nights weekends and Apr-Sept; 3-4 nights holidays & some weekends)
• Smoking is not allowed (No smoking/candles inside, front garden has bench/ashtray.)
• Limited accommodations for guest pets (Small/medium dogs OK in Garden Suite, 2 resident toy poodles)
• Limitations on children staying (Children 12 and over are welcome, all ages in Garden Suite.)
• No childcare is provided
• Deposit amount required (At the time of booking, we require a 1-night deposit for a 1-6 night stay, 50% for stays of 7 nights or longer or multiple rooms. Balance due at check-in.)
• Closed: Rooms guaranteed ready by 4 PM.
• Check in time is by appointment and Check out time is 11 AM
• Cancellations:
  All cancellations are subject to a $25.00 handling fee. Earlier than 7 days prior to reservation (14 days for holiday bookings, special events and long term) there will be no additional charge for cancellations or changes. Within the 7 (14) days, for cancellations or shortening of stay, the guest is responsible for a minimum charge equal to one night's reservation and a maximum charge for each night the room remains vacant. No-Shows will be charged full reservation.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • Greater Queen Anne Chamber of Commerce
  • Professional Association of International Innkeepers
  • Seattle Bed & Breakfast Association
  • Seattle King County Convention & Visitors Bureau
  • Washington Bed & Breakfast Guild

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Arts and Crafts
• Built in 1915
• Opened for business in 1999
• Restored / Remodeled in 1998
• Access for the disabled is limited
• Parking available (on street, handicapped with permit, off-street as needed)

Location

• Location is best described as: Close to Magnolia, Ballard, Fremont, Close to SPU, UW, West Slope of Queen Anne Hill, City, Downtown
  
• Directions to property:
  The Inn is located on the West slope of Queen Anne Hill, minutes from Ballard, Magnolia, Fremont, Wallingford, Seattle Pacific University, University of Washington and downtown. We are one block East and one block North of the intersection of 15th Avenue West & West Dravus, on the corner of 14th Avenue West and West Bertona. Dravus is the second exit south of the Ballard Bridge. From I-5 the Seattle Center Exit. The street in front of the Space Needle is Broad Street. At the Pacific Science Center veer right at Denny; veer right again at Western and again at Elliot (a thoroughfare). Elliot becomes 15th Avenue West at the Magnolia Bridge Overpass. (DO NOT take the Magnolia Bridge.) Pass the golf course on your left. The next exit is Dravus. Turn right at stop and go uphill one block to 14th Avenue West. Left at St. Margaret's Church onto 14th to the next corner, Bertona (Inn is on the Southeast corner). Turn right at Bertona and park. A Stone walk winds around to the front of the house. Please note, there is a handicapped parking space on Bertona at the beginning of the walk.
• Nearest major airport: SEA 17 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Via Highway 509/518/99 - Approximate driving time 20-30 minutes. Exit airport and follow signs to Freeways. Stay to the left for the WA-509/518 exit; Merge onto WA-518 W.; Merge onto WA-509 N toward Seattle; WA-509 N becomes WA-99 N.; Take the Western Avenue exit; stay straight to go onto Western; Western becomes Elliott Avenue W, you will be heading north - stay in the center lane; Elliott becomes 15th Avenue W at the Magnolia Bridge overpass (don't take that exit). Pass the golf course on your left. The next overpass/exit is Dravus. Turn right and go uphill one block to 14th Avenue West. Left on 14th at St. Margaret's Church to next corner, Bertona (Inn is on southeast corner). Turn right on Bertona and park.
• Meeting places:
  • Airport 20-30 minutes
  • Bus #15 & 18 2 blocks
  • Downtown & train 3 miles

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Katie Frame
  Katie Frame, a seasoned traveler of many interests, welcomes you to be her guests at the Inn of Twin Gables. Prior to opening the Inn Katie was in reservations and group sales for two major luxury cruise lines. She'd love to have a chance to talk with you and answer any questions you might have about your stay.
• The innkeepers speak: English, French, Spanish
• There are 2 dogs on the property
• Other pet(s) on the property: small toy poodles

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, Nature area, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Internet cafe 3 blocks, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Video Arcade, Water sports