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Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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View of beautiful Trail River from our deck
Jen and Russ
Trail River
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Moose Pass / Seward, AK
  • Place, Kenai Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Upper Trail Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenai River
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway

My wife Jennifer and I chose this spot on Trail River because of its incredible beauty. Trail River Gardens is located just 20 min from Seward in the heart of the Chugach mountains on beautiful Trail River. From our deck the river is just 50 feet away with the majestic Mount Madison as a back drop. There are lakes above and below us with mountains on all sides. You can walk to hiking trails to even more mountain lakes. If you like to hike and watch birds and other wildlife, then you will love it here at Trail River gardens.

Keywords:Seward, Cottage, Cabin, Family, River, View, Fishing, Hiking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seward

Located in Seward, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Chugach National Forest and Ptarmigan Lake Trail can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Exit Glacier. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Moose Pass / Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai Lake - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Upper Trail Lake - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Grant Lake Trail - 12 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Carter Lake Trailhead - 14 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Kenai River - 16 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trail Lake Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪dragon express - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chugach National Forest and Ptarmigan Lake Trail. Kenai Lake and Vagt Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 153 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and fantastic hosts. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well maintained home with a great view! Perfect for 3 couples traveling together. The owner was extremely responsive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, and clean, lots of extra. Really injoyed our stay, nice deck with view of the river. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and cozy place with everything we needed. The river view was beautiful. We saw eagles flying down the river as wewere enjoying breakfast.Great location...close to many great hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

Our family enjoyed the rural setting, three rooms with individual bathrooms and grilling out on the deck. We even saw moose cross the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

We stayed here in July. We had a family of six and it was ample room for everybody. The view is amazing. Our kids enjoyed the setting immensely and couldn’t stop talking about it. Everyone enjoyed the setting, and visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We loved this place!The only suggestion I would make is an electric skillet, since there is no inside cooktop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeninne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice scenic home on the river. Rustic ambiance for those wanting to enjoy the beautiful vistas without distraction. Host was on site and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot by the river

We felt so comfortable and at home here, and it was perfect for our stay. The location is so beautiful, and we didn’t even have clear weather! It is cozy, charming, and comfortable, ands our entire family enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin as described. Great location for our fishing “base camp” near Seward!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on the river

We stayed two nights at the property and enjoyed it very much. The three bedrooms worked perfectly for us and our two adult children. The location was amazing - right on the Trail River. We enjoyed waking up on the river, and on the second morning, saw a bald eagle flying over the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location and charming host!

The photos don’t do this justice. It’s beautifully located on the river bank. Very peaceful with a short drive to Seward town.The property was really clean and comfortable.It was lovely to light the fire pit in the evening and cook jacket potatoes and steaks…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Scenic cabin amongst the moose

Clean cabin with plenty of beds and bathrooms with great outdoor space along the river. The only down side was a lack of indoor living area, as the eat-in kitchen was the only indoor common space. Hosts were friendly and generous, sharing staples, offering bear spray and lots of board games & books. Location is convenient to Seward and local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was comfortable. It has three bedrooms with their own bathrooms. No living room area so we had to sit around at the kitchen table after our day out. Also there really was no access to the water for fishing which is the only reason I rented this place. Even though they couldn't fish my husband said this was his favorite place. We did enjoy a fire at the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The property had everything we needed, was in a great location and was very comfortable. Really made our vacation feel like a vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

WILLIAM D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful riverside property

This home is located with a nice view of the river about 75yds away. We had campfires near the river with suppled wood. Cooked on the grill and hot plate (note there is no stove). The manager lives next door and checked on us to make sure all was ok. Wish our stay was longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay. Enjoyed the landscaping and original art work. Would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Russ's place located on a beautiful river about a half hour outside Seward. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were clean. Although there is no stove (we knew that from the listing), we figured out the hot plate and it was fine for our purposes of cooking breakfast. The rest of the kitchen was well equipped. Russ was very communicative and very nicely agreed to send an item that we accidentally left in one of the rooms. We loved our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

A quaint, quiet cabin off the main highway. A great place to stay outside Seward.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
**Peaceful River Retreat – Perfect Getaway!**We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO! The home is nestled right along the river, offering beautiful views and a peaceful, quiet atmosphere. It was exactly the relaxing escape we were looking for. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out and feel comfortable, both indoors and out. The house was clean, well-equipped, and felt very welcoming. We especially loved sitting outside in the mornings and evenings, listening to the water and enjoying the natural surroundings. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a calm, scenic place to unwind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Great time, beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cammie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene area

Very beautiful peaceful place to stay with everything you need. A lot of recreational things to do
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation in Seward

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cabin with great Alaska experience

The quiet location with windows and a deck overlooking the river offered great views and wildlife viewing. The owner, Russ, was very hospitable and provided helpful information about the area. Definitely would stay here again.A great beginning to our Alaska experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Russ Burnard

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We have lived in Alaska for 30 yrs here on beautiful Trail River. We also have a gift store, coffee shop and bakery in Seward.

Why they chose this property

I built the vacation rental because of the beautiful location. The cottage was originally built in the 1940's and I completely rebuilt it in 1997.

What makes this property unique

The cottage is located just 50 feet from the river. the view from the deck is no less than spectacular. There are lakes above and below us with mountains on all sides. There are lots of birds and other wildlife around us and many hiking trails.

Languages:

English

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