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Cozy home w/ balcony, mountain views - great location for surrounding activities

Vacation home with kitchen, near Alyeska Ski Resort

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom86 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

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About this property

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

Cozy home w/ balcony, mountain views - great location for surrounding activities

Girdwood Gem

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Nestled in the picturesque town of Girdwood, Alaska, this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers breathtaking views and a cozy retreat for your next getaway.

As you ascend to the upper level, you'll be greeted by an open-concept kitchen and living room that boasts large windows, allowing natural light to flood the space while showcasing stunning mountain and valley views. The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances, including a coffee maker, dishwasher, and microwave, along with an eat-in bar for casual dining. Step out onto the balcony to soak up the sunshine and fresh air, creating the ideal spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation.

On the lower level, you will find the bedroom with a large walk-in closet, a full bathroom, and a convenient full-size washer/dryer. There is also a bonus area that provides additional space for yoga or storage.

Nearby Activities:

Alyeska Resort & Aerial Tramway: Ride the tram to the top of Mount Alyeska for panoramic views of glaciers and Turnagain Arm. In winter, enjoy skiing and snowboarding; in summer, explore hiking and biking trails. ​

Crow Creek Mine: Try your hand at gold panning at this historic mine, which also offers tours of preserved buildings from the Gold Rush era. ​

Flightseeing & Glacier Dog Sledding: Experience the Alaskan wilderness from above with helicopter tours over glaciers, or land on a glacier for a dog sledding adventure. ​

Hiking Trails: Explore trails like the Winner Creek Trail, which features a hand tram over a river gorge, or the North Face Trail for a challenging ascent with rewarding views. ​

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center: Visit this sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska's wildlife, where you can see bears, moose, bison, and more in natural habitats.

This family-friendly home is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring modern amenities such as a TV with Netflix streaming, board games for family fun, and easy access to nearby activities.

With its bright colors and inviting atmosphere, this Girdwood Gem is the perfect base for exploring the beauty of Alaska. Book your stay today and experience the magic of this stunning location!

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

  • Unit size: 928 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Alyeska, a neighborhood in Girdwood, is home to this vacation home. Crow Creek Mine and Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Girdwood travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Anchorage
    Alyeska Ski Resort
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Eternal snow on Girdwood Glacier in Alaska USA under clear blue Sky and in front a grey blue lake - landscape shot taken on the water from a boat: concept of summertime, travel, outdoor
    Girdwood Park
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Aerial view of Seward city center and waterfront in fall, Seward, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, USA. Seward is a city located on fjord Resurrection Bay at Gulf of Alaska on the Kenai Peninsula, near Kenai
    Glacier City Hall
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Girdwood Center for Visual Arts
    2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Girdwood Town Square
    2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot
    13 min drive
  • Girdwood, AK (AQY)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alpine Cafe & Bakery
    7 min drive
  • Chair 5
    4 min drive
  • Girdwood Izakaya
    19 min walk
  • Coast Pizza
    7 min drive
  • The Bake Shop
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy home w/ balcony, mountain views - great location for surrounding activities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy home w/ balcony, mountain views - great location for surrounding activities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy home w/ balcony, mountain views - great location for surrounding activities?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy home w/ balcony, mountain views - great location for surrounding activities located?

Located in Alyeska, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chugach National Forest and Alyeska Ski Resort. Virgin Creek Falls and Girdwood Center for Visual Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Paulette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was great! It had wonderful mountain views. Its back up the mountain a little ways, but it was easy to get to. Check -in was also easy, and the bed was very comfortable. I have back issues, and has zero sleeping on the bed. It has a well equipt kitchen. All the things you could need. The appliances are modern. It also has a very nice bathroom. I highly recommend! I would rent again on my next business trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Girdwood Gem was perfect!

Lovely place in Girdwood. We were happy to be near hiking/biking and day trips to Whittier and Anchorage. We loved the super short hike to Virgin Falls - which runs not far from the house. We also hiked the spectacular 8 mile round trip up Crow Creek to the Raven Glacier. Alaska is always beautiful rain or shine and the Girdwood Gem had large kitchen, bathroom and space to relax and unwind after a long day of adventure. Thank you!

4/10 Poor

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Main door issue upon arrival after midnight- top corner of door stuck in door jam. We were unable to close the door, and beds inside the porch door were cold at night, in sub zero temps. The next day I also realized the wifi information provided was not correct, making working extremely difficult. Messaged vrbo/property manager regarding issues, and didnt hear back, so 6 hours later reached out to VRBO via chat. The conclusion of the hour long chat session was that they had finally reached someone local, and the local people would be reaching out to me within the day. I never heard anything from anyone until the following night (only 12 hours before checkout on our 3 night stay), when someone finally provided wifi information via VRBO message. The door issue was never addressed. Extremely dissapointed in the lack of response from hosts regarding issues during our stay. Maybr it was due to the holiday? Otherwise, the house was cute and met the needs of our family during this trip, but wouldn't stay with this host again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025