Accessory dwelling

A backyard cottage may be the ultimate home accessory. But this little bungalow does more than just add charm to the backyard of this stately Queen Anne residence. It is serving as home base for the owners while we complete a gut-renovation of the main house. And a cozy home base it is! The structure started as an open workshop, and we added a luxurious bathroom, custom vanity, and ship-lap wainscoting throughout. In the process, the style was updated from contemporary to transitional, to match the new design of the main house.

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Backyard cottages or ADU's can be a great choice if you want some rental income or just have some extra space, but the regulations can be a bit confusing, and Seattle is in the midst of changing them. Learn more about backyard cottages and in-law apartments by visiting this info page »

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