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2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery!

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Living area
Exterior
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Girdwood, AK
  • Place, Alyeska Ski Resort
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Girdwood Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Girdwood Town Square
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery!

Enjoy this cozy historic cabin retreat located 2 to 3 blocks from 3 ski lifts, restaurants and nightlife (Jack Sprat, the Bake Shop, Alpenglow coffee shop, and the Sitzmark). Has everything your family or group needs for a great getaway. Buckle up on the front porch steps, the groomed cross country ski trails are a 2 block ski out your front door. The Girdwood Brewery is only a 4 block walk; Chair 5, the Mercantile and other 5 restaurants are a 15 minute walk.
This 60's chalet is truly in its original vintage state. Original 60's furnishings in mint condition and new beds make for comfortable living.
A Renovation to the amenities made for even more comfort: new radiant floor heat throughout (nice and toasty on your feet); New gas oven/range for preparing gourmet meals; new clothes washer/dryer; and a new second bathroom in the master bedroom with a custom tile shower built for two.
the Large open floor plan combining living room with a wood stove, dining room and kitchen; a fully equipped kitchen and dining area will accommodate any family feast. Large partially covered deck has a gas grill for use and outdoor dining area. relax on the hammock in the strawberry patch in the summer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
“Bear proof” garbage container on south side of chalet. Please put all garage in the containers, and close latch on the door.
Main bathroom has a towel rack. There is a brown hamper for towels in the bunk room.
Take sheets off of used beds, leave in a pile on top of bed.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours are 10pm till 8am (this is a quiet neighborhood)
Parking in designated areas only. Limited to 2 vehicles max. No street parking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 882040vb
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

About the area

Girdwood

Located in Alyeska, a neighbourhood in Girdwood, this chalet is in the mountains and on a river. Marlow Pavilion and Crow Creek Mine are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Sound Paddler. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Girdwood, AK

What's nearby

  • Moose Meadow Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Girdwood Center for Visual Arts - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Girdwood Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Girdwood Town Square - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 8 min drive
  • Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sitzmark - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chair 5 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alpenglow Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Seven Glaciers Restaraunt - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery!?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery! on 9 May 2026 start from AU$646, 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 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 blocks to ski lifts! 9 person hot tub! Walk to XC ski, Restaurants & Brewery! located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out chalet in Alyeska is within a 5-minute walk of Chugach National Forest and Alyeska Ski Resort, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Moose Meadow Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, nice accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Wonderful hot tub. Comfortable beds for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts, super cozy property and awesome hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

clint l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Cozy and comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect setup and so warn and cozy for a winter stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were fantastic and super on top of it and friendly! This place was off the hook for a ski trip and great retro ski vibes! Super close to the lifts you can easily walk, has a great set up for ski chalet, and hot tub and steam shower were fantastic! In a great spot in Girdwood and a wonderful gem that anyone spending some time at Alyeska should definitely take advantage of! We are from Juneau and have been coming north to ski for years, but wish we had found this place sooner!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aj M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super great property. Cute and had everything we needed. The owners were very quick to respond to any questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great stay in Girdwood

Very fun trip. Great location. Time capsule of a cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale S.

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

Family ski trip

Great house and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Girdwood VRBO

Very pleasant surroundings, the owners were quick to help when needed and the VRBO was everything we needed for our family of 10. We were greatly appreciative of the location and facilities! Very nice atmosphere and quite large.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jan d.

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

Family girls birthday stay

Rowan’s birthday. We really enjoyed the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

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

Great stay in Girdwood

Location was excellent, easy to get to the lifts or into town. The hosts were very responsive whenever we needed anything. Check-in and out were a breeze. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara b.

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

Short skication

The house is exactly as described. The bunks beds were very comfortable as were the queen beds. Hot tub was great. We enjoyed our three day stay and would book again. Hosts were very quick to respond to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ken H.

Just What We Were Looking For!

We enjoyed our comfortable stay at the Groovey Chalet. Easy to book and the home owners were very responsive. Love the area, very convenient! Only thing missing from my wish list was a usable washing machine, however the local laundromat was pretty awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
We are really glad that you enjoyed your stay. We are doing a small renovation in September 2017, and will be adding another 1/2 bath and new washer and dryer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful place! No issues!

This house was an absolute pleasure to stay at with plenty of room for a family with kids to spread out and have a good time. Everything in the house was fully stocked from extra towels, blankets, to all types of kitchen ware. The stream shower in the master bedroom was a dream especially after skiing. The fireplace was nice and cozy. The house is on a charming street in Girdwood. Our family will definitely be going back for another ski trip in the future! The owners are very accommodating and kind, their responses were always timely. Thank you again for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Excellent Time!

This Groovy location was perfect for our family. It’s pretty much a straight shot to the Sitz and in a great neighborhood for taking a walk. The house has a really fun, throwback vibe, and while It’s an older house, it needs to be for this Groovy feel. And it embodies the spirit of old Girdwood which is a HUGE thumbs-up . The kitchen is small, but it never seemed to be an issue as it opens right up into the great room. The hot tube is why we chose this property, and it didn’t disappoint; it was private and like tubbing in the woods under the stars. The hosts were fantastic, easy to reach (not that we really needed to), and had good communication. Plenty of towels, pillows, TP, trash bags, kitchen items, accessories that are always needed. We had a great time with our older kids (16, 19, 22), but I can see this place being great for all ages. I think this will be our new “go-to” place when staying in Girdwood. Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

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

Cozy and convenient place to stay.

It was very cozy and we loved the location- so close to the hill. Loved the fireplace and updated shower/bathroom!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C W.

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

Feb 2020 Ski trip

Wow! all the comforts of home. They really prepare for your stay. Fire wood ready to go, all the dishes you need, lots of spices and even food to add to your dishes, outdoor grill ready to go and best Keurig I've ever seen :) The steam shower truly helped with recovering these old bones for the second ay of skiing. Loved the theme of the home, original left from builder. Wouldn't change a thing, except needs more icy hot LoL! Owners even helped out exceptionally when I thought I left my keys behind. Thank you guys!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald B.

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

Great

Good
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Absolutely great stay.

Property was exactly as listed. It was stocked with everything you might need. Town of Girdwood had a really cool vibe that went along with the vibe of the chalet. Steam shower was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexandra p.

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

Girdwood Groovy

This place was such a blast! The decor encouraged us to listen to 60s music and boy, was it fun. We also had fun fishing for salmon on the river. Definitely would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyle H.

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

Terrific Location

The location is ideal for exploring the Kenai peninsula and Anchorage area. Very comfortable home with easy access to many delightful trails for all skill levels
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane S.

Ag teacher get away

Wonderful place for a Kenai basecamp. Got to spend a day at Wasilla with the Remington dog team, dead whale autopsy, hang around with Dead Catch crew in Homer and catch up with old friends in Eagle river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathryn D.

Great cabin

The cabin was perfect for the 7 of us. Never felt crowded. The kitchen is tiny but worked fine. Thought the 60’s motif was cute. Kids loved the Xbox and fooseball. The new shower is very nice even though we never took a steam bath. The only reason I didn’t give it a 5 is it smells a little musty in the back of the house. Freezer needs to be cleaned out. Could use an empty cabinet to store our food. As a result had to use the available counter space for our stuff. Would stay again though as overall really liked the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick a.

Thanks . . .

Cool space. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jeremy and Debra Hurst

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We have lived and raised our son in Girdwood for the last 18 years. Girdwood has so much to offer and we enjoy sharing it with visitors.
We live in a separate structure on the same property.

Why they chose this property

The first thing you will notice is location - Perfect, walkable to everything yet quiet and off the beaten track.
This Chalet was purchased from the original owners who commissioned master craftsman Eddie Gendzwill, who refurbished the Alyeska Roundhouse, to build their family cabin in 1965. The family left us most of the original 60's furniture which we have maintained as the chalet's theme. The custom shower, built for two, in the master bedroom provides a welcomed relaxing retreat.

What makes this property unique

This chalet can comfortably host a family of 8 and is only 2 blocks to the ski lift, groomed cross country trails, Jack Sprat Restaurant, or the Sitzmark Bar & Grill. The Girdwood Brewery is only 4 blocks away and Chair 5 and the other downtown girdwood attractions are less than a ten minute walk.
...yet, this chalet is situated on a quiet neighborhood road.

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