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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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Seward, Ak
  • Grayling Lake Trailhead
    9 min drive
  • Seward Boat Harbor
    10 min drive
  • Cedar
    5 min drive
  • Seward, AK (SWD)
    8 min drive

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage in the Woods

Cottage in the Woods - Relaxing 2 bedroom home, Sleeps 5

Kick back and relax in this calm, cozy cabin in the woods. This two bedroom, two bathroom home is the escape you need while still being accessible to Seward. Nestled on an acre of forested property, find yourself unwinding as you enjoy hummingbirds, stellar jays, as well as moose and bear sightings. The home is a 10 minute drive from Seward with easy access to amazing hikes and outdoor activities.

One bedroom with a queen and one full bath are located on the main level, with a master suite (queen bed) and full ensuite bathroom on the second level. There is also a comfortable day bed located in the upstairs alcove of the second floor, making the space comfortable for 5 or perfect for two couples.

With lots of outdoor areas for exploring, make sure you use caution as there are often bear and moose in the area. Cottage in the Woods is a birder’s paradise frequented by colorful finches, hummingbirds, stellar jays and more!

Homeowner, Rachel, works out at sea and lives in the back of the property in a small cabin when she's in town. She parks on the left side of the property in that parking space there, so we encourage you to use the circle drive for parking. Feel free to say hello if you see her.

The neighborhood is very quiet and surrounded by large trees, forest, and wildlife. You will need a vehicle to get around and to the home from Seward. Taxis are typically readily available.

We do encourage guests to refrain from cooking fish inside the home. We've provided an outdoor grill for your use instead! We do not allow processing of fish on property.

As a free resource, my husband Clay, a local boat captain, and I are here to answer questions or help you book the perfect excursion to explore Seward and the surrounding Kenai Fjords National Park. We offer discounts on many tours to our guests.

Kylee, Clay and the Seward Vacation Stays team are excited to host you, share their favorite Alaskan adventures, and ensure you have the very best stay in Seward.
We do encourage guests to refrain from cooking fish inside the unit; however, we do provide a grill for outdoor cooking of your local catch. We do not allow processing of fish on property.

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This Rental Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into to be effective on the date of guest booking confirmation (the “Effective Date”), by and between Seward Vacation Stays LLC | Seward Properties LLC, whose mailing address is P.O. Box 3745 Seward, Alaska 99664 (the “Manager”), as agent of the owner of the Premises (the “Owner”), and you (the “Guest”).

By booking a reservation with Seward Vacation Stays in consideration of the covenants and agreements set forth in this Agreement, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, and therefore, the Manager and Guest agree as follows:

1. Rental of Premises; Term. Guest agrees to rent from Manager the reserved property from 4:00 p.m. Alaska Time to 11:00 a.m. Alaska Time on the confirmed booking dates (the “Term”). Guest understands and agrees that it cannot access the Premises for any reason, including parking or loading/unloading, prior to check-in time unless otherwise approved by Manager as Manager will be preparing the Premises for your arrival. Guest may not remain on the Premises after check-out time unless approved by Manager, and Guest understands they will be charged a minimum of a full day’s Rent if they remain on the Premises after expiration or termination of the reservation dates. Manager may remove all Guests and their personal belongings from the Property.

2. Rent. Guest will pay Manager the total sum of which includes the nightly rental rate, fees and taxes. Guest has reviewed and approved (collectively, “Rent”). Guest shall pay 100% of the Rent to Manager when booking.

All payments made to Manager shall be by credit card. Guest authorizes Manager to automatically charge Guest’s credit card for any payments owed pursuant to this Agreement, including without limitation any portion of Rent due and repair costs and expenses.

Guest understands that there are no refunds or reductions to the Rent for early departures or late arrivals, no matter the cause.

3. Communication.
Guest consent to receive email, phone calls and/or text messages (SMS) from Seward Vacation Stays and its hosts and co-hosts.

4. Cancellation Policy.

a. Cancellation by Guest. Unless otherwise provided herein, if Guest cancels at least 14 days prior to the start of the Term, Manager will refund all pre-paid Rent to Guest, except the processing fees. Because Guest’s reservation precludes other rentals of the Premises, Guest agrees that if Guest cancels or shortens its stay less than 7 days prior to the start of the Term, for any reason, Rent is non-refundable to Guest. Guest understands and agrees that the processing fee is non-refundable regardless of when a cancellation is made and will not be returned to Guest under any circumstances.

b. Cancellations by Manager. Manager reserves the right to unilaterally terminate this Agreement for any reason within 24 hours of the Effective Date by providing notice of termination to Guest. After this 24-hour time period, Manager reserves the right to unilaterally terminate this Agreement should circumstances arise that are outside of Manager’s control, including without limitation the following circumstances: (i) if the Premises become unavailable prior to the Term due to structural damage, leaks, fire or other conditions that would make the Premises potentially unsafe or uninhabitable for Guest; (ii) sale of the Premises; (iii) transfer of the Premises out of Manager’s property management program; or (iv) force majeure. For the purposes of this Agreement, “force majeure” includes power outages, governmental or quasi-governmental laws, regulations, and orders, pandemics, including without limitation COVID-19, riots, war, natural disasters, or other circumstances of a like nature outside the control of Manager.

Manager will notify Guest of such circumstances as soon as is practicable. If Guest desires to be transferred to alternative premises, Manager will make reasonable efforts to relocate the Guest to a reasonably comparable property. In such case, the Guest agrees to pay any increase in rental charges, fees and taxes associated with the alternative premises should those premises normally rent for a greater rental fee. If Manager is unable to secure a reasonably comparable property for Guest, Manager will refund all pre-paid Rent to Guest and this Agreement shall automatically terminate. Said refund shall be the full extent of Manager’s liability to Guest in such circumstances, and Guest understands and agrees that Manager will not be responsible or liable for any other costs or expenses in connection with cancellations pursuant to this section.

5. Security Deposit. The purpose of a refundable security deposit is for general property upkeep and to repair minor, accidental damage caused by Guest or Rental Party during the Term. Whether damage is considered minor and accidental is in the sole discretion of the Manager, and Guest by booking the property below acknowledges the same. If the Manager determines the damage is accidental and minor and Guest timely reports said damage to Manager (which, at a minimum, means reporting prior to departure), the Security Deposit in part or in whole will cover such minor, accidental damage. Timely reporting of any damage during the Term is critical. Guest understands that in the event damage exceeds minor accidental damage, Guest will be responsible for those amounts above the Security Deposit Fee.

6. Channel Terms. If you are booking through a third-party marketing channel, your booking may be subject to that channel’s own terms and conditions (“Channel Terms”). If any provision of applicable Channel Terms differs from the Terms in this Agreement, the provision of the Channel Terms will control.

7. Use and Occupancy of the Premises; House Rules.

a. Guest shall use and occupy the Premises in a careful, safe and proper manner and in compliance with all laws, regulations, orders, covenants, and rules applicable to the Premises. Guest agrees not to use or permit the use of the Premises for any purpose prohibited by law or for any purpose deemed extra hazardous or which would make void or voidable any insurance on the Premises or which would cause or be likely to cause damage to the Premises.

b. Guest agrees not to damage or deface the Premises in any manner. Guest shall immediately report any loss or damage to Manager. Guest is responsible for all losses and damage to the Premises and property therein during the Term, and Manager is authorized to charge Guest for the cost of all repairs.

c. “Quiet hours” for the Premises are from 10:00pm until 8:00am Alaska Time. Please keep noise to a minimum during this period and be respectful of surrounding neighbors.

d. Only maximum amount of property guest occupancy are permitted to occupy the Premises during the Term. The authorized occupants may be referred to herein as the “Rental Party”. Exceeding this occupancy limitation is strictly prohibited. All persons in the Rental Party shall comply with this Agreement, and Guest agrees to provide a copy of this Agreement to all members of the Rental Party. If Manager discovers additional occupants beyond the maximum permitted, this shall be a default and, in addition to any other remedies herein, Guest authorizes Manager to charge $100/per each additional, unauthorized occupant per day to Guest’s credit card.

e. Guest shall use the Premises for residential purposes only. Parties, weddings or other social events or gatherings where persons other than the Guest or Rental Party are in attendance are strictly prohibited.

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During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Chugach National Forest. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Chugach National Forest and 9 minutes by car from Grayling Lake Trailhead
Cottage in the Woods offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Seward cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Seward Vacation Stays

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

206541

Cottage in the Woods Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awarding Best Stay!!
Well maintained property, well appointed. Gracious space from people-y places. We already miss the patio and surrounding native plants and birds! Close enough to Exit Glacier and Seward for whatever day trip you might plan and still kick your feet up at night!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Seward
Great cottage! Very clean and lots of room. Convenient access to the Seward attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise T., Minnesota, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming with loads of character
Lovely property. Neighborhood is quiet and home provides a lovely porch to enjoy coffee or a glass of wine. I would stay here again if the opportunity arises
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great cottage rental, very clean, well decorated, plenty of room for four adults, quiet and easy access to main Seward attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved This Beautiful, Cozy Cottage in the Woods!
This place was everything the website described! We stayed here a group of 4 (two adult couples), and this was perfect! We were secluded in the woods, very private! Yet it was a short and easy drive into Seward! We enjoyed a beautiful evening sitting out on the front porch sipping wine and watching for wildlife, which we never did see during our stay. Everything we needed was supplied in the kitchen and bathrooms. We would recommend this place to anyone visiting the area, and we would stay again if we ever ventured back to Alaska! Communication with the host was excellent starting when we booked our stay, with ideas of things to do and recommendations for excursions from Seward.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay in Seward
This nice little cottage is very clean and beautifully decorated. Convenient lication to Seward harbor and Exit Glacier.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We loved this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
quiet, clean property
This VRBO is close to Seward and in a very quiet location in the woods! The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked. There was a problem with the door lock, but the owner was very responsive and fixed the issue in a very prompt manner. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

Liked: Cleanliness
CEW
Absolutely great accommodation. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Cottage in the Woods
This vrbo was beautiful and extremely well maintained. We enjoyed being off the beaten path and Seward was just magical place to visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crissy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable house
This property was so cute and had everything we needed. It was just a quick drive into town and we enjoyed the peaceful environment. We really liked our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
This is a lovely home in a quiet location. Our family of four had lots of space. Having good-sized laundry units was a huge plus! The host was helpful and quick to reply. Highly reccomend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viral P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
We loved staying at this place. It felt like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agraja T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and well equipped house!
This house has truly everything what you would need. The host is super responsive and helpful. They were able to provide us prompt service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
The cottage was clean and comfortable. Conveniently located and absolutely beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl P., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hidden Gem in the woods
As we pulled into Kaylee's place all I felt was comfort and welcoming vibes. The cottage was amazing. Lots of windows and a deck for comfy coffee in the morning. The porch rockers were our go to in the evening. We were hoping to see some animals around the cabin but didn't get to see anything UNTIL.... 20 minutes before we were set to leave, a moose rambled in and laid down in the timber right outside the deck door about 50' out. We took lots of pictures and were thrilled. Loved it. Thanks Kaylee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in a great house
My whole family loved staying in this home. The location in the woods is great (as long as you have a car) - beautiful views of forest and forest floor out the window, and you cross a beautiful river on the way into the neighborhood. The great room of the house has a beautiful high wood ceiling. The house is tastefully and personally decorated with tons of art and interesting objects (bones, feathers, driftwood) from the homeowner’s travels. Everything we needed was provided: coffee maker, pots and pans, dishwasher, laundry, throw blankets, soap, etc. We were very comfortable there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Seward Cottage in Woods
This is a great place. Cozy, comfortable, clean. Kylee was so communicative and responsive. They have a wonderful place and made it very easy for us despite our late arrival. We wish we had more time to enjoy. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home, wonderful location!
This home had everything we needed. Great kitchen, every spice imaginable, good coffee setup. Great vibes!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary K., Grosse Pointe Park, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Lovely home, perfect location, very responsive manager and owner
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint
We wanted a place that gave a different experience rather than a hotel or basic home and this place fit the bill. Unique to the area with a cabin feel nestled in the the Alaskan trees in the country, it did not disappoint. Clean, modern but country. One we would recommend. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford P., Conroe

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin
This edca really nice cabin with a very nice property. It is obviously owned and maintained by a loving owner. A lot of very cool nick nacks . Very quiet and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S., Annville PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Cottage in the Woods
We rented this property for our stay on Kenai. It was perfectly located for Seward and the Exit Glacier. A little far to drive to Homer but what a scenic drive it was. House was super clean and very comfortable. I had to do some work while there and it has a great desk area. We used the house to cook meals and it was comfortable for that. Nice outside grill. Showers were strong and water was warm. Beds were very comfortable. Did not see a bear but heard him one morning. We would definitely stay again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful home
We loved our 4-night stay in this beautiful home!! It's spotlessly clean, kitchen is fully equipped and we found the beds were super comfortable. Just a short drive into town for such a peaceful retreat in the woods!! Loved watching the hummingbirds - we didn't want to leave and would return if ever in Seward area again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet in the woods
So close to town yet far enough to feel in the wild. The cottage is as cozy as can be and our family loved it. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023