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Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home

Cottage perfectly located for exploring Seward

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Seward, AK
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪6 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Seward

Heart of Seward.Your stay at this cottage will put you steps from Seward Community Library & Museum and a 5-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park. Chugach Heritage Center and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cookery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

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.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

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

Things to do

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

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

206537

Frequently asked questions

How close is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home to the airport?

This cottage is 103.8 mi (139-min drive) away from the Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home to the beach?

This cottage is a short 2-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park and 2.9 mi (9-min drive) from Lowell Point State Recreation Site. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home to downtown Seward?

This cottage is 0.2 mi away from Seward.

Reviews

Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salty Sam’s home was perfect for our weekend visit! Hope to stay longer next time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soto Family

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing! Very clean home, great location & the town was super charming! Loved our stay here while we were exploring Alaska!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was perfect for our stay! Great location and very comfortable. We arrived a little earlier than we intended, and were able to check in early. Great responsiveness. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deb T., Grand Junction, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean cottage. A bit dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha W.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a cute home. Very accessible to town walking and nature ventures. Woke up,walked to a cute cafe through town then a wonderful walk along the water on a walk path back to the clean cozy home. Saw cute shops and animals in the water. Very safe and clean. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and beautiful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elva Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice downtown location, spacious enough for us for a few nights, and very clean. Host was very attentive and responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy to find and get into and well stocked with essentials. Wished we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salty Sam’s was a great little cottage. Everything was clean and well maintained. Teens slept on sofa bed and had zero complaints. It was a nice touch to have coffee beans and grinder in the kitchen. Fresh ground coffee was a great way to start the day! You are centrally located to walk pretty much anywhere and the views are spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeni A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at Salty Sam's! The cottage was clean, cozy and just perfect for our family of five (one kiddo in a pack n' play). The location is perfection! We walked to the park, restaurants, shopping and even the post office (to drop off Alaska postcards). The host had great communication, an easy check-in process and provided everything we needed. The cottage even smelled wonderful! Thanks for a great stay in Seward! HIGHLY recommend Salty Sam's for anyone looking for a rental in Alaska!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cute, cosey, and well located

This place exceeded expectations. We enjoyed our stay here. Great Loca. and just fine for our 4 nights in Seward. Recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a lovely place for 3 women to stay. Clean, neat and creatively decorated in ocean decor! The large kitchen and quaint bathroom appear recently updated. We also enjoyed sitting on the cute front porch during the evenings. Location was walking distance to the beach and downtown Seward. We would highly recommend this cozy home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zack S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Hidden Gem

Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown home is exactly what it says. Do not let the size fool you, as this little home is the perfect size for a couple trying to escape the hustle and bustle. Lots of thoughtful amenities are provided and location couldn't be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy place We'd stay there again in a heartbeat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect two night stay

For travelers on the road without a vehicle this cottage is the one! It's less than a 5 minute walk to a Seward's free shuttle stop in the "historic district" with nice shops, restaurants & a health food store. The shutle makes a big loop along the camping park on the water, then to stops near the cruise ship port, Safeway, etc. A ride gives a good lay of the land Laundry mat was maybe 7 minutes walk. The the kitchen is fully appointed and there's Lots of places to hang stuff!:) Set up nicely so that one can remove rain gear/boots right at the door. The home lives up to it's VRBO discription. Highly Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice K.

Liked: Cleanliness

This house is outstanding.

The owners thought of everything that you might need. The kitchen is well stocked and the beds felt luxurious after a day on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seward in paradise

The communication with the hosts was excellent. The place was very clean. The location was great (you are two short blocks from the water, about a mile from the busy shops downtown, and the neighborhood was quite.) Bottom line, if I came back to Seward I would look into Salty Sam's availability.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D., Anchorage, Alaska USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very quiet respite

Wonderfully peaceful visit. Easy parking right out front. Modern appliances, super clean and comfortable with plenty of space. Very responsive owner leading up to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alaska trip

We stayed for 2 nights in Seward as part of a 2 week Alaska vacation. Salty Sam’s was perfect. The house is cute and clean. It had everything we needed. The location was great. We were able to walk to most places. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Salty Sams

Perfect location for your Seward adventure. Property is perfectly renovated but has a retro vibe. You can walk to a multitude of restaurants and shops downtown. It was a very enjoyable stay. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

My husband and I spent a few days in Seaward, and all we can say is that we had an amazing time. Kylee and Clay have absolutely done everything right at their cute little cabin! They have everything you could ever need and more. First, they give you a listing of recommended experiences, which helps out a lot. They had wonderful communication The cabin is conveniently located in the heart of Seward. It is probably one of the best properties we have ever stayed at. We are looking forward to coming back and will tell our friends and family about Salty Sam’s. Thank you for helping us create lifetime memories. Stacey and Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply the best in Seward!

WOW! I am absolutely in love with Salty Sam's! After changing my camping plans and searching for a place to stay I landed on Salty Sam's because of how clean, updated, and beautiful it looked in the pictures as well as the prime location near many restaurants/shops, the harbor, and the train station. This place looks exactly like the photos in person (and with many nice surprises as well) and it is immaculate!! Kylie was also great in providing tons of helpful information about the area and the home leading up to check in which ensured everything was smooth and easy. I had the best stay here and hope to return to this special place. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our stay!

This spot was perfect, really well-decorated and Super Cute! They took a lot of care to decorate and make things cheerful and homey. Very clean, close to dining, shopping and activities, plenty of space. They contacted us with additional suggestions for things to do in Seward. We would highly recommend them to anyone traveling there. Thank you!! John and Amy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Suzanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy cottage

Had a great stay. Comfy house, great location and everything you could want. Enjoyed sitting in front porch in the am sipping on coffee and planning the day. Great 3 night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024