Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean
Jewel Chalet
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This cozy and comfortable chalet boasts a quiet location nestled on the mine roads in Girdwood, along with a gas fireplace, a large covered balcony with a propane grill, and two large full bathrooms.
In addition to day tours and excursions, hiking, rafting, and sea kayaking are available nearby. Local festivals include the Forest Fair in July and the Blueberry Festival in August. During the winter, all the classic outdoor activities are available, like downhill skiing and snowboarding, as well as dog sledding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and cat-skiing. Luckily, your vacation home is also conveniently situated in a great walking neighborhood near the Seward Highway and Turnagain Arm if you want to go for a scenic stroll.
This condo sports all the comforts you crave in its welcoming, comfortable space, such as a fully equipped kitchen, free WiFi, and cable TV.
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THINGS TO KNOW Streaming services are available with guests' own account(s). This vacation rental is not equipped with air-conditioning.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 3.
Ski shuttle details: 2 blocks to Alyeska Highway where you can flag the bus. Check https://glaciervalleytransit.com/ for schedule and route
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Girdwood
Located in Girdwood, this chalet is by the sea. Crow Creek Mine and Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chugach State Park and McHugh Creek Recreation Area. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
McHugh Creek Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 3.7 km
Alyeska Ski Resort - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
University of Alaska - Anchorage - 44 min drive - 76.0 km
Alaska Regional Hospital - 47 min drive - 78.6 km
Getting around
Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 7 min walk
Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
The Sitzmark - 5 min drive
Alpine Cafe & Bakery - 10 min walk
Chair 5 - 4 min drive
Greatland Bar & Lounge - 7 min drive
Alpenglow Coffee House - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean?
As of 19 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean on 26 May 2026 start from £137, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean located?
Situated by the sea, this chalet is within 2 miles (3 km) of Chugach State Park, McHugh Creek Recreation Area and Girdwood Town Square. Glacier City Hall and Girdwood Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot is 7 minutes by foot.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The bathrooms were very nice. The beds could have been more comfortable. The two queen beds in one room were strange and would be better to have a separate sleeping area downstairs. The grill and kitchen were also very nice as well as the location.
Loved staying at the chalet! Very clean and loved all the little touches♥ Beautiful View to wake up to close enough to town but far enough for seclusion.
Tasha O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carrie P.
3 May 2024
Clean and dog friendly!
Super clean, good coffee, cozy environment, and wonderful for my pup but the 10am check out absolutely sucks. :-)
Carrie P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexander S.
6 Jul 2024
Excellent
Perfect little spot just a couple of miles from town. Everything was clean and well kept, heat and WiFi worked great. Tub was an added bonus. Will come back sometime soon!
Alexander S.
Verified
8/10 Good
Barry G.
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Girdwood three day stay
Nice place on outskirts of town, towel holders in upper bathroom were falling off the wall, bed was comfortable, really nice to have the barbecue on the deck to use, quiet neighborhood, only downside was your close to turnagain arm and the train blowing its whistle woke me up unexpectedly.
Barry G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. Local staff is always available to assist if there are amenities in the home that fall short. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider and rectify the issues. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Absolutely loved the toy basket for our dog, nice, warm, cozy and clean, but can’t check in until 4 PM and have to leave by 10 AM really sucks.
Carrie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Dec 2023
Thank you for providing your valuable feedback. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, and we will follow up with the appropriate parties to ensure our service standards are fully met. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
This well loved cabin was great for the few nights we used it as a base to hike and explore the area. It is a bare-bones cabin - the two beds are located upstairs in the same room, which was hard to tell from the pictures. The kitchen had very minimal cooking gadgets and it would have been nice to have some coffee or cooking oil in the pantry. I could not locate a fan or hair dryer to help dry our wet socks after hiking. The house is dog friendly, and although we didn't have pets with us the carpet smelled like dog. It was a good spot for a quick stay, but I think could use some attention.
Erin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun 2023
Hi Erin, thank you for your review, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay in our home. We apologize for any issues you encountered during your visit and any inconvenience caused to you and your party. Please know that we appreciate you sharing your feedback and bringing some items to our attention that may need some TLC. We have shared your feedback with our property manager so they can work to improve this home for future reservations. Thank you again for this valuable information as we always welcome the opportunity to improve. We hope to have another chance to impress you on a future stay!
Verified
6/10 Okay
tiffinnee m.
18 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Miss representation
The posting is inaccurate. It states a 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom laudry on site. There was only 1 bedroom with 2 beds in it. The other bedroom was padlocked so we could not enter. There was no laundry. The furnishings and decor are very dated. The beds sagged and were uncomfortable. Definitely would not recommend.
tiffinnee m.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
MaryJo L.
9 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location
The location was decent for the plans we had, but that was it. The property itself is very sub-par (at best) except for the newly renovated downstairs bathroom. The dishes were still in the dishwasher from the previous guests which were full of mold/mildew. The pots & pans were not washed well before being placed in the cabinet that was filled with what looked to be animal droppings. The furniture has been torn up by animals as well as the window sills & carpet throughout the house. The upstairs loft area is what they call a bedroom which is wide open to with 2 queen beds which are wide open to the stairwell. The other upstairs bedroom is locked off with a makeshift door with a padlock & looks like someone else stays there at the same time. The living area windows looked like a toddler had made finger art on them with sticky candy or peanut butter. The property management was contacted as soon as we arrived because there were windows open in the living room & kitchen. We were told "well, if they're not stuck open, just close them. It must have been housekeeping." The heater did not work & took us two days to get it working on our own. I was told that a "local rep" would contact me within the hour. After 2 hours, I replied to the text I was sent from the initial call like I was prompted & was told that "due to it being 'late' (6pm) I would receive a call first thing the following morning." There was no further contact from anyone. I would NOT recommend this place at all.
MaryJo L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are very sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay, especially with the cleanliness and condition of the home. This is certainly not the standard we strive to uphold, and we completely understand how disappointing and frustrating this must have been for you. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention, including the unwashed dishes, cookware, furniture damage, and the situation with the bedrooms and windows. We also apologize for the lack of timely support regarding the heater and the communication from our local team. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will be sharing it with the appropriate teams to ensure these matters are addressed promptly. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope we have the chance to provide you with a much better stay in the future.
Verified
8/10 Good
Marc
3 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place for a few days in Girdwood
Marc
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynn E.
30 Jul 2022
Cozy and convenient
Loved that the train depot was literally around the corner! Maybe .4 miles. Walkable and there was even a shuttle there to take my family back to the chalet.
We really laid back at this house it was very comfortable and we actually watched TV for the first time on vacation. Great location, very clean and we had everything we needed. Wish I would have had time to enjoy the tub.
Low quality pillows, only 2 per bed (1 per person if you're sleeping 2 people). No washer or dryer access, super small TV that is not a smart TV. The sink upstairs was clogged the whole time and I couldn't get the manager on the phone or to respond to email.
The patio was great we enjoyed it every morning. Tons of parking even though we only had 1 car. I would not re-book this place.
Andrew T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Hello Andrew, thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed the patio. We appreciate your comments and suggestions to help us improve. We truly hope we can host you for a more comfortable stay in the future, thank you.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vsevolod K.
17 Jul 2022
Great place
clean place. quiet in woods. enough amenities. kitchen was great. Even had cooking oil. Didn't get a chance to use the patio, but it looks great to spend time on it. Perfect for either long or short stays. Price was reasonable.
Vsevolod K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Douglas T.
13 Jul 2022
Great location
This cabin was a great home base while we explored the turnagin arm area. Comfortable beds and a great table to gather around to make plans.
Douglas T.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David
22 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
V. well equipped. Household supplies - dish soaps, hand soaps, initial coffee, full BBQ tank, etc. - provided.
Girdwood train depot in easy walking distance and because of GVT shuttle routing, shuttle on request, can pick-up at location.
Jetted-tub is indoors, not an outdoor hot tub, and was not used during our summer visit.
Bed arrangements mean there are no closed-door bedrooms. While much more spacious, bed arrangements are akin to a two double-bed hotel room vs a two-bedroom chalet from a privacy perspective.
Property is optimal for a single couple or family of 4-5 with vehicle.
V. highly recommend this property. If we return to Girdwood, we would seek to book this property.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chase D.
2 Jun 2022
Girdwood: 10/10 would visit again.
Perfect place to stay while in Girdwood! This location would be great for either summer or winter travel. Place is packed with all the amenities and perfectly situated in the pines of Girdwood. We enjoyed the balcony with its generous views and felt like we had all the creature comforts of home. Will definitely keep an eye out for this chalet when we venture back to Alaska.
Chase D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Mandy
30 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a cozy little place that was perfect for a weekend getaway for my anniversary.
Mandy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marla H.
24 Feb 2022
Weekend getaway with our dog
We enjoyed this home as a weekend getaway to ski and relax. Family of four, plus our dog - who enjoyed the basket of dog toys. Place was clean, kitchen stocked and we would stay again.
Our family of four + our dog enjoyed this property for our weekend getaway. We chose it because it allowed dogs and they even had a basket of toys for him. Place was nice, clean, kitchen well-stocked and we’d stay again.
Lovely chalet. We used to live down the street - love how quiet the neighborhood is, yet still easy access to the mountain. Very clean and kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We will definitely be back!