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Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort

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A multi-level cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by dense forest.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a clock on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden dining table set for four, and a cozy living room with a green sofa and decorative pillows.
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring and triangular windows on both sides.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
With mountain views, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests. It features 1 hot tub, a deck, a patio, and games for family fun. Enjoy nearby activities like fishing and skiing, while Alyeska Ski Resort and Moose Meadow Park offer great attractions. The property also includes a tennis court for sports enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Alyeska Ski Resort
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Patio
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Girdwood, AK
  • Place, Alyeska Ski Resort
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Girdwood Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Girdwood Town Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)
    ‪58 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

Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort

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.

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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
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

Property # 620230vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 State Park and McHugh Creek Recreation Area, while Marlow Pavilion and Crow Creek Mine are cultural highlights. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Sound Paddler are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Girdwood, AK

What's nearby

  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Girdwood Center for Visual Arts - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Girdwood Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Moose Meadow Park - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Girdwood Town Square - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chair 5 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seven Glaciers Restaraunt - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coast Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bore Tide Bar - ‬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.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort on 28 Sept 2026 start from AU$2,199, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort?

On-site parking is available at the 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. Virgin Creek Falls and Girdwood Center for Visual Arts are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 272 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and host were great, highly recommend the property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. House is very cool and kids loved bunk beds and tree fort room. Hot tub was nice after long adventure days. Girdwood is a great Summer place to stay with excellent restaurants and close to Whittier and wildlife conservation center.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sarah was great about answering questions quickly. It’s a great location and beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great spot for our family. The house was clean, the rooms clean, the kitchen was well organized, and the hot tub was already hot! The host messaged and communicated incredibly well she made sure we had everything we needed.Next time we come back to girdwood, we will gladly book this spot again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice place. only complaint would be that the listing didn’t clarify that one full bathroom is on the first floor and one full bathroom (the smaller one) is in the hallway of the second floor near the bedrooms, no master bathroom. The deck badly needs refinishing. Hot tub was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
Photos show all bathrooms and there is nothing in the description that leads anyone to believe there is a master bathroom. We paint the deck every summer. snow, iice, rain and shoveling cause the paint to peel. This summer has been extremely rainy with the exception of two weeks of sun so finding a time to paint the deck when there are no guests has not happened yet.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and host was very kind with our late departure request to accommodate a flight. The home is beautiful, and a great location. We cooked several meals and found all the cooking utensils we needed. We will rent again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I loved staying here! Beautiful house with everything you need. The hot tub is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place and Sarah is an excellent host! We had four guys for a ski trip and the place was perfect — good bedrooms, kitchen, living space and a really nice hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect to our trip to Girdwood/Alyeska. The home was as advertised and has everything needed for a long stay! Definitely recommend
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole place was very clean and cozy. It was well stocked and had everything we could need.
We enjoyed time by the fire. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, fantastic location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very communicative and the place had a lot of the little things that make things easier (shampoo, conditioner, kitchen utensils, etc). The sleeping arrangements worked out well and were as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Sarah's place. It was a good location for day trips to Whittier, Portage Lake and the Kenai River for rafting. The space was very tasteful and had a fun tree house atmosphere. The kids loved the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house, checked every box for our stay! Beautiful chalet style, with every amenity you’d ever need. The sunken hot tub was a great way to unwind after a day of wondering around the local trails. Would recommend staying here (and will stay here myself again)!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect mountain retreat

Enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Alaska get away

Beautiful stay in Girdwood
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a totalnofntwo couples and it was perfect for us. Loved the home and views.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Faulkner-Mattingley

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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.

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