Location: Girdwood, Alaska, USA (8 tenths of a mile to Ski Lifts and Town Square.) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: House
This house can be rented in its entirety and is perfect for families traveling together. It has 3 bedrooms, a TV room with futon, 2 bathrooms, 2 full kitchens, 2 dining rooms, 2 separate living rooms.
Girdwood is home to world class downhill and cross country skiing which is all located right outside the front door of the chalet.
Ski home from your day on the mountain, or try some back country skiing nearby. Hot tub is located on the front deck and is private for your use only. Kitchen is stocked with breakfast foods, fresh baked bread, coffees, teas, etc.
This is a year round rental and perfect base camp for exploring Seward and the Kenai Peninsula. Your hosts, Gail and John can help you plan your trip and tailor it to your specific interests.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed (3)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Private Hot Tub
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2)
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Dishwasher
- Microwave (2)
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Full house per night -- minimum 2 night rental
2 to 4 400.00
5 to 7 500.00
8 to 10 550.00
Summer and peak rates higher see website.
12% municipal bed tax charged.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Ski Chalet Near Base of Mountain
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Girdwood
Girdwood is an incredibly beautiful valley. Surrounded by glaciers, rainforest, and state park. There is top rated skiing, both on resort and back country close by. The hiking, camping, and fishing is world class. It is a small community full of wonderful people. There is no where else I'd rather live.
The Unique Benefits at this House
One of my favorite walks from the house is 5 minutes down the road, into the rainforest for 5 minutes and right to Virgin Falls. It is a beautiful waterfall and quite the favorite for photographers.
Owner's Map of Girdwood
Gail Hille, a life long Alaskan, can help you with your travel plans. Her partner, John Earle is a commercial fisherman whose love of fishing and the outdoors will help you get headed in the right direction.
Their own home is located next door to the rental and they are here to help with any questions or travel plans.
Property Photos
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- chalet fire - Girdwood, Alaska Vacation House Enjoy Skiing and the Hot Tub.
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- chalet living room - Girdwood, Alaska Vacation House Enjoy Skiing and the Hot Tub.
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- kitchen & dining room - Girdwood, Alaska Vacation House Enjoy Skiing and the Hot Tub.
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- suite kitchen
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- suite downstairs
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- suite downstairs
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- house photo
Traveler Reviews (17)
Great Getaway
Guest: Erin
(Anchorage)
Date of Stay: 01/20/12
Review Submitted: 01/26/12
Our stay at Timberline Drive was great! Very clean, private, and quiet. We enjoyed our stay there 100%, loved that it included all the little things we needed (stocked kitchen). I reccommend anyone looking for a nice little getaway home, this is it!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Lovely B&B
Guest: S&C Alaska
(Eagle River, AK)
Date of Stay: 06/27/11
Review Submitted: 10/17/11
Gail is a wonderful hostess and her properties are exceptional. The location is perfect, just a short walk from "downtown" Girdwood. We liked it so much, we changed our plans and came back the next week to stay at another one of Gail's properties.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Wedding in Girdwood
Guest: Wedding - Geo - Aug 2011
(Germany)
Date of Stay: 08/05/11
Review Submitted: 08/31/11
My family had an excellent stay in Girdwood at this property. The hostess was fantastic and the property was just as nice. Wifi, bedding, stocked fridge for breakfast and a tranquil yet inviting setting. We would happily return. Wedding was great too.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, families with young children.
Fantastic 2 bedroom chalet
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/15/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
We stayed at the Chalet portion (2 bedroom, 1 bath) on 8/15/11. It was the best lodging of the trip. The place was very clean. Lots of towels and washcloths. There was a washer and dryer that were useful. We also enjoyed the hot tub. We were disappointed that we were only staying one night. Would gladly stay there again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
True Alaskan Experience in Cozy Comfort
Guest: Bird
(Ventura)
Date of Stay: 07/22/11
Review Submitted: 08/09/11
Listing description was accurate, so were the photos - but they can't quite give you the complete wonderful feeling that the actual site has. The property was spotless and well maintained. We always ask our hosts to fill us in on where to eat and we've never been disappointed. This was our third visit, and it won't be our last. This is the real Alaska at it's best. We even saw 5 moose this trip, and just missed the bear.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Girdwood stay
Guest: CS
(Horsham, PA/East Coast US)
Date of Stay: 07/20/11
Review Submitted: 08/07/11
The four of us traveling together stayed at Timberline BB in July 2011 on our way to Seward. The place is great and spotless. Gail has thought of everything you need and put it in the chalet for you to use. We were on a time schedule otherwise we would have liked to stay longer. There is a lot of stuff to do and see within driving distance and Timberline drive is a great place to stay and cost effective for 4+ people. We are all over 50 and had not problems, but there are steps to get into the chalet and the bedrooms are upstairs.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway.
Very Comfortable Retreat
Guest: dee
(Pawleys Island, SC)
Date of Stay: 07/13/11
Review Submitted: 08/03/11
We stayed @ Timberline at the beginning of our Alaskan vacation & it exceeded our expectations. House situated in a nice quiet location, comfortable bed, and great food left for breakfast. We even got to meet Koda (their dog) who looks like a cuddly bear. Would definately recommend & hope to visit again.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+.
Wonderful stay at Timberline chalet!
Guest: CJ
(Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 06/12/11
Review Submitted: 07/16/11
Four of us stayed in the beautiful chalet in mid-June -- two adults and two kids. The chalet was incredibly comfortable, clean, well-stocked and in a great location! Gail supplied plenty of breakfast items and even accommodated our request for low-fat milk and nut-free products ;-) A nice surprise was having a washer and dryer, which we were happy to have our last night there. Beds were comfy; the shower had plenty of hot water; the towels were soft and luxurious (thank you, Gail!); the hot tub was a hit; and the location was perfect for the activities we wanted to do in the Girdwood area. Gail was the perfect host -- helpful and informative, but never intrusive. I would highly recommend a stay here; we hope to be back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Summer visit
Guest: REO
(Houston, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/23/11
Review Submitted: 07/07/11
Another couple and us rented the entire house (chalet & suite) for three days. It was a great experience. We love having full kitchens to cook our own meals and this was a completely stocked and outfitted kitchen. There are two great decks to watch the world go by and it is in a very quiet area so traffic is almost non-existent, except for the bear at midnight! Gail is a wonderful host, very attentive, but also not smothering. She offered many options for activities and dining but was also completely respectful of our privacy during the length of our stay. Highly recommend this for folks who are looking for a non-hotel stay in Alaska. FYI, the website doesn't mention that you have access to a full laundry which is quite handy for packing less clothes for a longer stay.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with teenagers.
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