At the foot of Mount Alyeska in Girdwood, Alyeska Vacation Home is nestled among lush boreal rainforests and offers year-round hiking trails. Relax by the fireplace or unwind on the deck with a grill while enjoying mountain views.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna!
Stay at our Alyeska home away from home!
Alyeska Vacation Home is nestled at the foot of Mount Alyeska in the quaint ski-town of Girdwood; a prime area for skiing, snowboarding, biking, and year round hiking. The local trails are lush boreal rainforests and stunning year-round. Other neighborhood attractions include helicopter tours, heli-skiing, tram rides. Bike, ski, and snowboard rentals are available at the nearby ski resort.
Walk out your front door on our quiet street to many attractions. Find fine dining, family dining, galleries, and live music venues just a few blocks away.
We are located 45 minutes South of Anchorage International Airport. The drive itself from Anchorage to Girdwood is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the United States; with Beluga Whale spottings, Dall Sheep viewing, mountain ranges, boar tide exchanges on the inlet, and incredible ice formations in winter. World-class fishing and whale watching tours are just 45 minutes drive South in charming Seward, AK.
You can find true adventure here, or just relax by the fireplace and enjoy the mountain views.
Know you can feel at home here with all that you expect in a rental home. If you would like, we will assist you with sightseeing recommendations and local trail maps.
We have two well appointed units available throughout the calendar year, which may be rented as separate units or combined for larger parties. Units are fully furnished and outfitted.
This spacious upstairs unit has comfortable contemporary seating with a large screen tv, dining area, a kitchen with supplies, master bedroom suite, second bedroom with two full size beds, and bath with jetted tub and separate shower.
Our upstairs unit has a sauna, as well as a deck for grilling and entertaining.
Each floor sleeps 6 comfortably. We provide additional floor mats for convenience.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Things to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sledding 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)
General
Unit size: 1,600 square feet
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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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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
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
About the area
Located in Alyeska, a neighbourhood in Girdwood, this holiday home is in the mountains. Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Sound Paddler. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Girdwood travel guide
Is Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna!?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna!?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna! located?
Located in Alyeska, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chugach National Forest and Alyeska Ski Resort. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Moose Meadow Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Base of Alyeska, walk to attractions, beautiful vacation home, private sauna! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This location was perfect for a family weekend getaway. Beds were very comfortable, we had everything we needed and were very close to skiing.
Kristel W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vivek
8 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean & tastefully decorated Condo, which has everything that we needed during our travel. In a very quiet neighborhood with great view of the Alyeska Mountain.
Comfortable, clean, and very well appointed for our family! This was our first stop in our Kenai Peninsula vacation, and we only stayed for 2 nights, and we were wishing we could have brought this home with us for the rest of our journey. Thank you for a great couple of days!
My wife and I just stayed at this property last night. It was fantastic. Heidi was very accommodating and helped us out when our plans changes last minute.
The home is very clean and comfortable. We would stay there again.
Very clean upon our arrival. Quick, easy check-in. Older home in need of some maintenance but overall well equipped and perfect for our needs. Enjoyed the dry sauna!
Nice updated interior! Our teenage boys loved the space- plenty of room to spread out and play the provided games. Nice close drive/walk to the Brewery.
The jacuzzi was broken, the outside deck was unstable and the railings a major hazard…just needs a little TLC to get the outside to match the nice inside.
Heidy was very easy to work with. The Sauna was very cool or I should say hot🤗
The place was extremely clean and comfortable. Never have we stayed where the kitchen was so well stocked. We were there for a celebration of life at the resort but wanted to be close to our friends place that is just around the corner. I would suggest this place to anyone and will definitely do that.
We loved our time at this VRBO, the space was perfect for our family of 4, including two teen boys. The kitchen was well stocked and the living room and sauna were great places for us all to relax after skiing. The boys appreciated easy access to Wii Sports for down time. The listing was not super clear that this is an upstairs unit of a duplex, I think this is important for people with mobility issues to know, and maybe I just missed that info somewhere. There were guests in the unit below us but we never heard them or had any concerns. The front door lock was the only concern on this stay, it just took a bit to get it to work. Overall this was absolutely a 5 star stay!
Crystal A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
8 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Terrible experience! Great Girdwood location and beds were very comfortable. However, the unit did not match what was advertised online. The upper level deck was extremely unsafe! It was missing an entire length of the railing and just roped off with yellow rope. The inside door leading to deck would not lock. Very unsafe, especially if children were staying there. There was a big plastic tarp hanging from the roof, suggesting there was some kind of problem. The tub in the bathroom was missing the front wooden panel and had blue tape on it indicating it was not to be used. The kitchen floor had not been cleaned - even had uncooked pieces of spaghetti on it. Nightstands in bedrooms were very dusty. There was a very strong odor in the unit that smelled like pet urine. We feel we should have received some type of prior notice of the poor condition of the unit.
The Girdwood area is a great base for exploring the upper area of the Kenai Peninsula. The house was plenty big for our family of 4 and had all the necessities to make our stay comfortable.
We almost forgot Girdwood’s beauty and how much we missed it. We had a wonderful time. Thank you for the unexpected refund as we never expected one. We will definitely recommend your comfortable abode.
This was a nice and comfortable place to relax in. It was very clean. It has a great kitchen with all you need to cook a meal. The sauna was an amazing perk. This was a great place to be able to play games at the big dining table with the kids as well as spacious enough so we could spread out to read and relax. We had a wonderful time and would definitely rent again.
Great unit to rent out for an Alyeska ski trip. Very spacious with artic entry downstairs that's perfect for gear. It's downhill from the resort so it's an easy ski back fom chair 4. The sauna is a great way to relax after a day of shredding it on the slopes
It is a fantastic stay in the cozy house. There is a little heck up when checking in the first day on how to open the door. It is actually the upper knob instead of lower handle to open the lock. After we figured that out, everything is good surprise for our family. We enjoyed the nice location to surrounding scenery spots, and local good food and amenities. Neighbors are friendly too. Wish next time we come it will be still available. Thank you Heidi!
Daifeng H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melissa
5 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owner was extremely flexible regarding the reservation. Very easy to work with. The house is very close to Alyeska which was why we chose this house. We felt comfortable allowing our kids to walk to and from the slopes. Kitchen was well-equipped for dining in. I initially thought they had a washer and no dryer. Took me a minute to realize the washer and dryer was the same appliance. Beds were comfortable with warm bedding. Thank you for a great trip.
The duplex was clean. However, furnishings were sparse, unorganized and several important appliances were broken: jacuzzi and dishwasher to name a few. The missing closet doors did not enhance our stay.
Work to be done here.