Seward is home to Bear Necessities Cottages. Seward Community Library & Museum and Chugach Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seward Boat Harbor and Caines Head State Recreation Area. Alaska SeaLife Center and Thumb Cove State Marine Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Seward travel guide
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bear Necessities Cottages
Laundry facilities, a picnic area and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free cottage. All 5 accommodations offer free WiFi, private gardens and Smart TVs with digital channels.
Bear Necessities Cottages offers 5 accommodations. 36-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).
Fee: USD 25 per pet per night (maximum USD 75 per stay)
Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Smooth flooring in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
5 units
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 1 October 2025 to 22 May 2026 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD 75 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night (maximum USD75 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
12375 Camelot Dr
Bear Necessities Cottages Seward
Bear Necessities Cottages Cottage
Bear Necessities Cottages Cottage Seward
Frequently asked questions
Is Bear Necessities Cottages pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Bear Necessities Cottages?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Bear Necessities Cottages?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Bear Necessities Cottages?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bear Necessities Cottages located?
Situated in Seward, this cottage is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Seward Boat Harbor and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chugach National Forest and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center. Two Lakes Park and Seward Waterfront Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Bear Necessities Cottages Reviews
8.4
Very good
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
31 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay at the Pinecone Palace. It was a great location, close to many hiking trails and lakes as well as to the local restaurants in Seward. Host communicated well and made everything easy.
Sarah
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carmen
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and comfortable. Close to airport and prefect for our needs.
The unit was one of a variety of cabins on the property. The layout of the cabin was a bit of a surprise as the listing on Expedia didn’t specifically identify the photos for each cabin. What we missed was a chair or two to sit on other than on the bed, but once seeing the size of the unit, it would be difficult to find room for that. The unit was clean, the bed was comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. We prepared a meal there. The deck has a lovely forest view which we enjoyed. Management was very responsive.
Irene
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Nice little cottage outside town
Cute cottage however the lighting was dim.
Towels were beige and okay.
The loft had a full bed but a small space to stand upright.
Bathroom door did not latch and lock. Also bit cramped to place any toiletries.
Place did not have a fan just a humidifier for air circulation. It was quiet and peaceful around the property with nice outdoor fire pit area.
Location is outside town of Seward in back country road.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Kaitlyn
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t going to leave a review but I figured it would be helpful for other potential people looking to camp here. When I first got here I was super confused on where to park and honestly not expecting so many people to be staying on the property. I booked a tent site with the assumption that it was more of a regular campsite - a little space to yourself, fire pit, etc. It was indeed not like that at all. I called the owner when I first got there to help ease confusion and she seemed really kind and helpful on the phone on where to park and where to camp. However, I did have my two dogs with me and they’re not super friendly with strangers. The last thing I wanted was for them to have their barking annoy others and to also be a bit aggressive toward people walking nearby (2 Great Pyrenees). The camping was not exclusive spaces but rather more of a communal camping with strangers and sharing a sole fire pit. I sat on my car and considered whether or not to stay after waiting all day for 4pm to roll around. I instead decided to make the drive from Seward back home to Fairbanks rather than staying that night. It seemed like a great place to stay with a group of family or friends but not so much as a female by herself. Just felt as though the camping sites weren’t as transparent about the space as I thought when booking.
Kaitlyn
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
harry
9 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very quiet and peaceful location outside of Seward.
We enjoyed our stay, the floors were sticky, we got a double bed instead of a queen. The cabin was really nice and loved the Bear necessities!
Penny
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Monique
9 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Très bien agencé. Nous avons passé un excellent sejour dans ce très mignon cottage décoré avec gout . Notre hôte était charmante et réactive à toutes demandes .