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Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home

Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home - Located in the Heart of Seward, Sleeps 4

A queen bed is located in the bedroom with a queen-size sleeper sofa bed in the living room. The sofa bed is top-of-the-line and guests boast it's just as comfortable as a traditional bed. This property does not have a washer and dryer onsite but is conveniently located near a laundromat.

A full kitchen, impressive DVD/VHS collection (sorry no SmartTV here), cozy interior and convenient access are major perks to staying in this property!

Salty Sam's is 3/4 of a mile from the small boat harbor and 2 blocks from Resurrection Bay with a beautiful view of Mt. Marathon. It's a short walking distance to the Alaska Sealife Center, local shops, bars, restaurants, post office, laundromat, and coffee houses. If you forgot something, we’re right across the street from Seward’s local thrift shop, Ukanuzit.

· 2-3 hour scenic drive from Anchorage
· Take Alaska Railroad to/from Seward scenic 4 hour journey
· Only half mile to Cruise ship terminal, perfect for pre or post cruise stay
· Short walk to downtown Seward, Waterfront and Sea Life Center.
· City of Seward provides a free shuttle that runs from the Harbor to Downtown with stops in between. Very convenient so you don’t have to have a car.

As a reminder, the property does not have a washing machine or dryer available for guests, however a public laundromat is located a couple blocks away. There's no SmartTV or streaming device at Salty Sam's - although we do have internet if you'd like to bring your own streaming device. We take pride in our vast collection of DVDs and VHSs for your viewing pleasure. We love to pop one in on a rainy day.

We do encourage guests to refrain from cooking fish inside the home. A public outdoor grilling area is available at the pavilion near the waterfront for your use. for outdoor cooking of your local catch. We do not allow processing of fish on property.

As a free resource, my husband Clay, a local boat captain, and I are here to answer questions or help you book the perfect excursion to explore Seward and the surrounding Kenai Fjords National Park. We offer discounts on many tours.

Kylee, Clay and the Seward Vacation Stays team are excited to host you, share their favorite Alaskan adventures, and ensure you have the very best stay in Seward.
We do encourage guests to refrain from cooking fish inside the unit; however, public grills are available near the waterfront (a short 5 minute walk). We do not allow processing of fish on property.

Property manager

Seward Vacation Stays

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

206537

About the neighborhood

Map
Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Seward Waterfront Park - 2 min walk
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 5 min walk
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 8 min walk
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 2 min drive
  • Lowell Point State Recreation Site - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Highliner Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Harbor Street Creamery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home located?

Located in the heart of Seward, this cottage is steps from Seward Waterfront Park and Seward Community Library & Museum. Chugach Heritage Center and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoying Seward
Salty Sam’s was the perfect home for four family. We enjoyed our stay at this darling retreat. Everything was in perfect order and we had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Awesome place locate close to everything Seward has to offer. Very walk able area and the place had everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cute little sea shanty. Everything was close by. The Owners were awesome and gave us tips on staying in Seward. Definitely, an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerhardt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was walking distance to downtown Seward. Very nice and clean place.
The agent was very accommodating and prompt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

leslie B., Aniak Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seward stay
Nice little home in Seward, clean and comfortable and excellent location. We appreciated the flexible check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
The Salty Sam is a cute place! So nice to have a warm dry place to come to after working as a vendor all day long. Fully stocked kitchen and plenty of towels and extra charging cords!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dori T., Hayward, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Environmentally conscious host!
Walkable to most popular spots in Seward. Host is super organized and very responsive. Plenty of parking if you have a car. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

debbie k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
The house was in the perfect location in town. Easy walking to everywhere. The house is well kept, and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location. Nicely stocked kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this little house!
My 9 yo son and I stayed here for 2 nights and it was an awesome little house! Everything was SPOTLESS, comfortable and had everything we could possibly need. HIGHLY recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the heart of Seward
This is a great place in the heart of Seward. Just a couple of blocks from many downtown shops and restaurants. It’s even just two blocks from the beach too. It’s full bedroom and full kitchen was just the right size. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiana W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salty Sam’s
We stayed here for a week. Very cute, comfy house. Well stocked with the essentials in kitchen/bathroom. Plenty of games/movies for entertainment. Great location to walk around and see the town/shop/restaurants. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
The house was small but ever so cute and clean! Close to downtown, the harbor and some hiking trails. The bed was super comfortable & everything was so clean and neat. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill M., Boise

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Downtown Cabin
Salty Sam's was a great landing pad for all our Seward adventures. Excellent location, within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Although the cabin is a bit older, it was very clean and comfortable. We loved the VHS collection! We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Perfect spot in town. Great communication and extra help getting in early. Can’t wait to come back!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K., Modesto, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Thank you! Salty Sam’s is adorable and inviting and comfortable. We felt relaxed and were so happy to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cute and cozy!
Enjoyed being walking distance to “downtown” bars and restaurants, including the Flamingo. We also were able to see grizzly bear and her cubs using our binoculars and looking at the mountain from the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Everything was beyond wonderful. Host thought of everything we would need in a home away from our own home. We were comfortable and had all we needed at our fingertips. Highly recommend to travelers in the Seward/Kenai area. Thanks again for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Home was old and rather dark. Living room furniture was uncomfortable. Movie selection was great. Kitchen had everything. Very clean in all rooms. Bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute stay before Cruise
We only had one night here before our cruise, but were able to check in early and enjoy this cute little house. It is decorated with great artwork and festive details relating to Alaska and the sea. It was a short walk into town and down to the water. Communication was great with the host, no complaints!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Salty Sam's felt like home. We are from the Aleutians and noticed Tustumena art around the home - it felt very comfortable and familiar. We loved it! Thank you, Annette
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for grandparents with 2 grandchildren
Very clean, newer kitchen and bathroom. Nice comfortable bed. Grandchildren on hideaway. They had a blast with great selection of VHS videos. New to them. Location very close to tourist area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay in Seward and helpful hosts
We loved staying at Salty Sams. It was so cute, comfortable, and conveniently located. We wished we could have stayed longer. Also the hosts were super helpful in advance of our trip in terms of providing guidance related to activities in the area. The Kenai Fjords boat trip that was recommended was a highlight of our trip, and we also enjoyed short hikes that were recommended by the hosts. We would love to return to Salty Sam's at some point on a future trip! Seward is so fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seward Overnight Stay
Adorable home in Seward was exactly what we needed! Planned an early morning boat tour and didn’t want to have to drive from Anchorage the morning of. Checked all the boxes for us and on short notice. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sybille s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect downtown location
We loved the quaint little cottage. The location is perfect for downtown. We couldn’t get a rental as they were sold out and we managed perfectly with the location taxi companies that are very efficient. The kitchen of this little cottage is freshly remodeled and top quality. The kitchen will not disappoint! The check in team and the cleaning crew were exceptional. We enjoyed interacting with all of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023