Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen

Explore the area

Girdwood, AK

Alyeska Ski Resort
‪12 min walk‬
Girdwood Park
‪19 min walk‬
Girdwood Town Square
‪3 min drive‬
Girdwood, AK (AQY)
‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

This beautifullly appointed Mountain home is a work of art that is fully functionable with its rustic contemporary charm. The home features a grand fireplace, hot tub, fully equiped custom kitchen, 3 bedrooms (2 with amazing mountian views perfect for viewing the Northern lights or star gazing) and 2 bathrooms. The wooded lot adds privacy without obstructing the amazing views. This home will make you vacation or weekend in Girdwood, AK a pleasant and memorable vacation or get-away.

Property manager

Sarah Faulkner-Mattingley

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

no late check outs unless arranged at 24 hrs in advance If the hot tub has to be drained after check out due to being dirty you will be charged $150.

No pets. No parties. No exceptions. Heat may not be turn off in the winter.

only 2 bags of trash may be left in gargbage cans in kitchen. additional trash and any dirty diapers must be disposed of ny guest.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Girdwood

Alyeska, a neighbourhood in Girdwood, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chugach National Forest and Chugach State Park, while Marlow Pavilion and Crow Creek Mine are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Girdwood, AK

What's nearby

Alyeska Ski Resort - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Girdwood Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Girdwood Town Square - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Crow Creek Mine - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - 22 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 7 min drive
Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

‪Alpine Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
‪Coast Pizza - ‬6 min drive
‪Chair 5 Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Girdwood Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
‪Seven Glaciers Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort located?

Located in Alyeska, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Chugach National Forest and Alyeska Ski Resort. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Girdwood Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ralph F.

1 May, 2025

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

Great house walking distance to resort

House was as described in the listing and the manager was easy to communicate with via text.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen B.

25 Apr, 2025

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

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

22 Apr, 2025

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

Great home for a ski visit

Comfortable place to stay while skiing, close drive to the lifts with everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

27 Mar, 2025

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

Great getaway

This was a great place for a relaxing weekend with friends. Would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL G.

23 Mar, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

22 Mar, 2025

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

Tree house

What a wonderful place to stay for a few days to ski.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

21 Mar, 2025

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

Fantastic Stay

Great house, close to the mountain. Very comfortable and spacious. Wonderful stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ANNMARIE B.

16 Mar, 2025

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

Lovely home, layout issues

The home was nice, and we appreciated the informative binder, but there are a few areas that could use improvement. The photos should be updated, as the exterior didn’t look as pristine as shown, with some fading and possible growth on the siding. The cleaning could also be more thorough—we found socks and underwear behind the bunk beds which may still be there, some surfaces were sticky, and there was a load of dishes that hadn’t been put away.The layout was a bit inconvenient for us. The only king-size bed required walking through another bedroom to reach the bathroom, which wasn’t ideal, and the queen bed wasn’t spacious enough for us, especially with a CPAP machine. Had we known the layout in advance, we might have chosen a different place.Before leaving, we washed and through in the dryer all the bath towels, washcloths, and hand towels, ran the dishwasher, and emptied all the trash bins, replacing the bags. Some dishes that couldn’t go in the dishwasher were left in the sink.Overall, it’s a nice home, but updating the photos and binder would help set more accurate expectations. While it wasn’t the best fit for us, others may find it more suitable.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

10 Mar, 2025

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

Alaskan get away

We loved the house! It was exactly what we wanted for our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy M.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

27 Feb, 2025

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

Alyeska Resort and Chugash Powder Guides ski week

The living room was perfect for hanging out by the fire and watching ski films after a day on the mountains. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook in for breakfast, lunch or dinner if desired. We had three guests and easily could have fit two more with the additional bunk bed and pull out bed in the living room. The house is located a couple minute drive from Alaska ski base which was exactly what we could ask for. The neighborhood has the small town and camp setting feel. I highly recommend this house for a ski trip with a few friends.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

16 Feb, 2025

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

Great house and convenient location to Alyeska!

Overall a great stay at this property. Everything we needed was provided and we enjoyed the cozy feeling being surrounded by mountains. The views from both of the larger bedrooms were great with huge windows.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

9 Feb, 2025

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

Fantastic stay!

Loved the stay! Home was beautiful! Will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael T O.

9 Jan, 2025

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

Alaska get away

Beautiful stay in Girdwood

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

6 Jan, 2025

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

Relaxing in Alaska

Our family had a great time exploring the Girdwood area and relaxing by the fire place at night. The house was perfect for our family of four and the northern lights definitely did not disappoint.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

28 Dec, 2024

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

Amazing chalet get away

Loved everything about our stay in this amazing home. The open layout of the downstairs was great for family interaction, and the privacy of the upstairs bedrooms afforded quiet time when needed (great for naps!). Close to world class skiing, and amazing opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, I would definitely stay again at this fantastic cabin in the woods. Thank you for helping my family make some wonderful Christmas memories this year!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon and Ru W.

26 Dec, 2024

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

Birthday celebration.

Perfect for two couples celebrating 40th birthdays. It was close to the mountain, restaurants and town. Property was well-equipped with everything you needed for a stay. The hot tub was wonderful too. Thanks again!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

20 Dec, 2024

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

Girdwood

Enjoyed our stay! Great location. Perfect for what we needed it for.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

29 Sept, 2024

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

Disliked: Communication

Amazing woodwork with a comfy feel!

Had multiple families renting homes in Girdwood and found ours was the most unique and beautiful place of them all.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

16 Sept, 2024

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

Super cool chalet !

Great end to our summer Alaska adventure! Plenty of space for everyone, comfortable beds and clean bathrooms, The hot tub was incredible after long days & the house was well appointed with everything you need for a short or extended day. The fireplace, with fire log provided, was wonderful on the evening we stayed in for dinner. Clear instructions from the property manager made our stay and check in/out a breeze. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron M.

8 Sept, 2024

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

Alaska Fishing Trip to Wittier

House was eclectic and cozy. Close proximity to food and bars.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mildred T.

25 Aug, 2024

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

Family trip

Home was very easy to find. Girdwood is a lovely town fairly close to everthing we wanted to do. The house was cozy and welcoming and had everything we needed. Beds were so comfy and we all slept great. Very quiet neighborhood. We all loved it!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason V.

16 Aug, 2024

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

Fantastic property

We loved this place. The hot tub was great after long days of hiking. The master bedroom has two story windows that look up to the mountain - the view is incredible. Everything was clean and worked well. The whole house was well stocked. Out of the 4 VRBO’s we stayed in during our Alaska trip, this was definitely our favorite.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Autumn Z.

15 Aug, 2024

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

Great Location

The house was perfect for our family vacation in Alaska. We spent time in Girdwood, Anchorage and Seward. It was perfectly located to do all three. The home was comfortable and very clean. Communication was perfect. We really enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

14 Aug, 2024

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

Phenomenal Place to Stay - Near Anchorage & Kenai Peninsula

My family of 5 had a phenomenal time in this Chalet in Girdwood! We greatly enjoyed the hot tub after long days of exploring Girdwood and the Kenai Peninsula. Beds and other furniture were comfy! Having a washer & dryer turned out to be ideal. The decor was on point for Alaska - I love the totem pole in family room & maps of Aleyska Ski Resort and surrounding areas! We had a fun time and definitely recommend staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Faulkner-Mattingley

Darren and Sarah Mattingley, two life long Alaskans who live in the beautiful resort town of Girdwood with their children and many pets. We like to collect unique properties and transform them into works of art.

Why they chose this property

This property was originally built as a small cabin in the late 1960's and was remodeled and added on to in 1985. When we purchased it in 2014 we saw great potential for this property and loved the custom work that was done several years back so we continued on with the rustic theme and added another wing with an additional bedroom while updating the existing structure.

What makes this property unique

Girdwood is a small valley with limited land where the average lot size is about a quarter acre. This home is situated on a larger than average lot but what attracted us to this property was the treed lot and overall charm of the home.