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Dog-friendly chalet with quiet location & fireplace - close to the ocean
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Girdwood, AK
- Place, Chugach State Park18 min walk
- Place, McHugh Creek Recreation Area2 min drive
- Place, Alyeska Ski Resort4 min drive
- Airport, Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Loft
2 Queen Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
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.
Book your Alaska vacation today!
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.
Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'
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.
Book your Alaska vacation today!
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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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
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
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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Girdwood, AK
What's nearby
- Chugach State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- 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
Restaurants
- Alpine Cafe & Bakery - 10 min walk
- Chair 5 - 4 min drive
- The Sitzmark - 5 min drive
- Coast Pizza - 10 min walk
- Girdwood Izakaya - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Check-in
8.6/10
Communication
8.2/10
Location
8.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
28 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
23 Aug, 2024
Nice place to stay in Girdwood
Michael D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jonathan G.
17 Jun, 2025
Fresh air
Jonathan G.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tasha O.
5 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place
Tasha O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carrie P.
3 May, 2024
Clean and dog friendly!
Carrie P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexander S.
6 Jul, 2024
Excellent
Alexander S.
Verified
8/10 Good
Barry G.
31 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Girdwood three day stay
Barry G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Carrie B.
3 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Decent place, but check in / out times suck
Carrie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
GREIG D.
18 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
GREIG D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Erin M.
23 Dec, 2022
Good for a short stay
Erin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
tiffinnee m.
18 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Miss representation
tiffinnee m.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
4/10 Poor
MaryJo L.
9 Sept, 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location



MaryJo L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Jenna H.
3 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jenna H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Marc
3 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Marc
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynn E.
30 Jul, 2022
Cozy and convenient
Lynn E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vickie F.
27 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten path and yet close to so much.
Vickie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Andrew T.
19 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Good not great
Andrew T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vsevolod K.
17 Jul, 2022
Great place
Vsevolod K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Douglas T.
13 Jul, 2022
Great location
Douglas T.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David
22 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Chase D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Mandy
30 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Mandy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marla H.
24 Feb, 2022
Weekend getaway with our dog
Marla H.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tracey G.
6 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in the forest
Tracey G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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