Experience the charm of Girdwood in this cozy ski chalet. Enjoy a full kitchen, comfortable living room with a TV for streaming apps, and convenient amenities like self-check-in and keypad access. Take in the mountain views from the loft bedroom or unwind on either of two levels with ample space to entertain.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
The current price is AU$712
AU$712
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet!
Enjoy this upstairs unit with 3 bedrooms (2 Queen, 1 double) for your Alyeska retreat! The location can't be topped, within walking distance to the resort and Girdwood townsite, across the street from the brewery, and on the free shuttle route. Enjoy the mountain view. Pet-friendly with a $30 nightly fee. Shared, coin-op laundry. Self-check-in. 10% off tours in Southeast Alaska, convenient if you are going on an Alaska cruise. Easy Check-in, great communication & service, prime location, & clean!
Self-check in with a keypad, so late check-in is not a problem. You'll be given the code a few days before your arrival. The unit is on the second and third levels of the property.
Check-in is at 4 pm and check-out is at 11 am. We offer early check-in and late check-out options, available for a fee of $50, a couple of days before your arrival or departure.
Host Kelli is a co-owner of a large tour company offering over 20 shore excursions throughout Alaska, primarily in the Southeast region. She offers a 10% discount on all tours offered by Alaska Travel Adventures to her vacation rental guests. Unfortunately, Alaska Travel Adventures doesn't currently offer any day tours in the area. If you are going on an Alaska cruise or are interested in RV travel, this offer may be of interest to you. Popular tours in Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, and Sitka include whale watching, salmon bakes, river rafting, kayaking, canoe tours, boat tours, hiking, gold panning, private cars, Mendenhall Glacier tours, Jeep tours, Alaska RV and Cruise tour packages, and more. Ask Kelli for the details.
This is a cool place with some historical references. In 1998, Kelli bought the place to live in and considered painting over the Alaska-themed mural. Still, some of the Girdwood residents lobbied against it, including the librarian, who stated that it was her dog painted on the property. She never painted over the mural, and now it seems appropriate to keep it that way. The cabin was built in 1964, and it was raised in 1978 when a concrete slab was poured and a block foundation installed, creating a gift shop where tour buses would bring people on their way to and from the sites. Later, the lower level housed "the bike shop". When the bike shop outgrew the space, it was converted to a two-bedroom dwelling unit.
Pets are welcome, upon approval. If you feel that the extra animal/person fee is too expensive, and the value isn't there for you, please don't book this place.
The lower unit may also have guests staying during your stay. Please be cognizant of the noise level to be courteous to the downstairs guests, and please make sure there is at least one parking spot available for those guests, should you arrive with no cars in the driveway, to prevent being blocked in by the lower unit guests.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the sea
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
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
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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
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 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
Property is also known as
483589
About the area
Located in Alyeska, a neighbourhood in Girdwood, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Girdwood travel guide
Is Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet!?
As of 18 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet! on 10 Apr 2026 start from AU$712, 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 Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet! located?
Located in Alyeska, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Girdwood Park and Alyeska Ski Resort. Chugach National Forest and Moose Meadow Park are also within 10 minutes.
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Drift to the Lift - Walk Almost Everywhere at Alyeska Resort from Bright Chalet! Reviews
Reviews
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The place is adorable and comfort touches everywhere from cozy quality blankets, location to sites and restaurants ideal and the host was just a text away. Thank you for a fantastic stay in beautiful Girdwood!
We really enjoyed our stay at this property! Communication with the hosts was easy. The house was clean & comfortable; we had everything we needed and it really felt like home away from home. I highly recommend this property & have great respect for the hosts. Thank you for a fantastic stay.
Kimberly P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wendy h.
19 Aug 2022
Would love to come back again
This house is roomy, with plenty of distance between rooms. We loved the spacious outside deck as well. It's well-located and just off the main road. We just walked across the road to Girdwood Brewing Company! We'd love to stay again someday.
Wendy h.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jennifer G.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Drift to lift
Was a bit too rustic for me! was clean, just not very updated and no supplies as listed. Screens on window absent, buggy, noisy with highway right next to property. Too expensive for what was offered. checked out day early, not even a credit. No paperwork inside as to what instructions for property, was coin operated laundry outside of living area, no soap no coins. internet was spotty and sorry my email wasn't too accesible to look up the vrbo site.
The place was clean and took care of basic needs. Linens were clean, and beds were comfortable. The listing gave the impression there was gold panning nearby or on the property, though that wasn’t the case. Also, it clearly used to be a multi-group property that got converted, but the signage and policies haven’t really been updated. Laundry on the facility wasn’t maintained well and cost additional money on top of the already high price tag of the place. The property manager was very responsive, and I appreciated her prompt responses.
Communication with host was clear and concise. This is a pretty typical bungalow with lots of years of usage , ok it has character. We felt the overall experience was good and wouldn’t be afraid to book again.
The location was great to Alyeska, The Sitz and Jack Spratt. The rooms were much larger than the pictures show and the entire unit was clean and spacious. The surrounding mountain views on the balcony were also a great addition and communication with property team was awesome, very quick to respond. Would love to stay again!
This was such a cute cabin. Enjoyed our stay. Was able to accommodate last minute. Would definitely stay here again. Location is perfect. Was able to walk to the brewery across the street! Very close to alyeska. Great views and cute neighborhood