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Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes

Chalet with a sauna, near Alyeska Ski Resort

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TV, fireplace, DVD player - Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes (Girdwood)
TV, fireplace, DVD player - Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes (Girdwood)
Escape to the classic A-Frame Black Diamond Chalet, nestled in Girdwood's established neighborhoods. With its original wood interior accents and cozy atmosphere, unwind by the gas heating stove or soak in the private hot tub after a day on the slopes.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 597 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

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About this property

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Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes

Black Diamond Chalet

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This classic A-Frame Chalet was built in the early days of the Alyeska Ski Resort and sits in the established neighborhoods outside of Girdwood's community center. It features the original wood interior accents, with limited modern updates such as the gas heating stove and Sauna. It preserves the tradition of the early days of the ski town with its natural landscaping, huge windows, and an open concept floor plan that creates a spacious but cozy atmosphere. There are breathtaking views of the mountains and it is only a short distance to the ski hill or hiking. Get started on your next Alaskan adventure - save your dates today!

Things to Know
Free WiFi
Full kitchen with a dishwasher
A sofabed provides an extra sleeping space
*Please note that WiFi speed is often inconsistent due to weather or outages

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,042 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not 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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 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

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About the area

Located by the sea, this chalet is in Alyeska, a neighbourhood in Girdwood. Crow Creek Mine and Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alyeska Ski Resort and Girdwood Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Girdwood, AK

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
  • ‪Girdwood Izakaya - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Coast Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bake Shop - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes located?

Located in Alyeska, this chalet is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chugach National Forest and Alyeska Ski Resort. Virgin Creek Falls and Girdwood Center for Visual Arts are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Rustic chalet w/ sauna, views, near the slopes Reviews

Reviews

Very good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 125 reviews

8.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

4.0

Staff & service

5.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher S.

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

Awesome A- Frame

Best cabin in Girdwood! Highlights are the fire place that hears the main space, and the sauna !
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Great Stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was very cozy and location was perfect. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

William B.

So relaxing and peaceful!

Super cozy, quiet and relaxing. Perfect little getaway. Indoor sauna and hot tub on deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

We loved the location, and overall had a very comfortable experience. We woke up the first day and the heater was not working, and the local support had the issue fixed within an hour. Only complaint was that the online listing said that there was a bed and pullout in room 2, as well as the living room pullout. Unfortunately the only pullout was in the living room, which made it a little uncomfortable trying to put a kid to bed when parents are still awake and no way to fully block out the light when it’s still bright out past 10pm.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Christine H.

Fabulous Ski Stay

Excellent location in a cozy chalet complete with hot tub and sauna.

10/10 Excellent

Suvi B., Homer, AK

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

Awesome winter escape!

We loved our stay in Girdwood at the rental. Warm, cozy, comfortable and perfect for a winter gettaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Wonderful little ski chalet

Our family enjoyed our weekend. The sauna, hot tub, and open floor plan are the bonus!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Amazing

Matched description perfectly ! Absolutely beautiful clean and well equipped kitchen. Really enjoyed the sauna room And hot rob! Amazing views! Looking forward to booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Daryl B.

Quaint Chalet

The location is great, the amenities are nice, it's a bit dated, but the beds are comfortable and it beats the hotel! It was great to cook a meal, relax in the hot tub and sauna and the price was good. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Breana B.

Bre B

This home has it all! Great views and the spa amenities was next level. The master bedroom was so amazing!! Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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6/10 Okay

Julie L.

2024 Spring Break

We loved that the property had both a hot tub & sauna. Wonderful to have after 7 hours on the Mountain!
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8/10 Good

Sherry D.

Convenience

It was convenient for us and easy to get to. The beds were very comfy.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Nick K.

Cozy comfort

I’ve been to Girdwood many times and stayed in many cabins. This cabin is exactly what you’d expect when staying in a remote ski town. It’s cozy and warm and has everything you’d need. If you’re expecting luxury, stay at the resort. If you want a cabin, this one works great.
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10/10 Excellent

Kaylee P.

Loved it!

We absolutely loved this home. Definitely worth it! Got to know the neighbors, very quiet neighborhood. Very cozy, welcoming, had plenty of blankets to cuddle up on the couch after a long day of hiking.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Black Diamond Chateau- December 2024

A True Charmer! Just like the photo. This A frame cabin was everything needed for an Alaska winter getaway. The living room was comfortably furnished with plenty of seating, nice tv and those fabulous floor to ceiling windows with a surrounding deck and views of Alyeska makes it appear even bigger. The sauna was bliss and the on deck jacuzzi very appealing. The 3 of us were very comfortable with 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. The area is small enough to get around. It’s limiting in the winter but we can’t wait to come back and stay this summer. It will be perfect for our group of 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Agnes Irisz K.

Beautiful house, close to slopes!

We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful classic A-frame, hidden away in the woods in a quiet and lovely part of town, right under Mount Alyeska with the view of the slopes and other mountains. (Street was also dark enough to see the aurora) I walked to the slopes in 15mins but it’s only a 4min drive to the parking lot. Bird singing in the morning. Kitchen was fully setup, beds amazing, hot tub steaming, and sauna was the best bonus! Can’t wait to stay here again ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Terrance H.

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

Needs some work

The property is beautiful and very spacious! We stayed warm with the fire on the first floor despite the giant windows. However, on our stay we were unable to use the hot tub which we had high hopes for when booking. We were reimbursed for it but very disappointed that we could not use it. Another issue we ran into was with the first floor sink. On our first use, we noticed leaking at the bottom of the floor. We were unable to use the sink for the rest of our stay. The final concern we had with the property was with the lack of maintenance of the driveway; my girlfriend slipped on ice on every trip to the car! Overall a good experience but we felt let down due to the lack of maintenance!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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4/10 Poor

Molly M.

Love the Rustic home, but will not book with Vacasa again.

This is a tough review to write because we love the rustic appeal of this ski home. When I say rustic that is what I mean, the house is older, but does have great space. The Pro’s: Nice secluded location, comfortable enough beds, newer couch and chair in the living room , hot tub, secluded feel. Con’s: The house is COLD on the main level and HOT on the upper. There are on bare minimum items for your use, like 6 forks, and be sure to bring extra toilet paper. There is essentially no snow removal plan so be ready to do that yourself and bring your own shovel, unless you want to dig your vehicle out, shovel a path to the door, shovel a path to the hot tub…etc with a small kids plastic shovel or a gardening shovel. There is a TV in the living room, but it doesn’t have a remote and if you happen to have a DVD to watch, and can figure out how to operate that feature with the buttons on the back of the TV there is a weird black line in the middle of the screen during viewing. There is a sauna, but we did not use that feature, there were dirty socks left in there and you could tell it had not been properly cleaned. There are cob webs galore in the house and no broom to wipe them off with, so thank goodness for a towel and a tall husband. Again, I do like the cabin and the location, it’s quiet. But Vacasa in my opinion is making money off of me, when I was made to do items that should be taken care of. Even the neighbors mentioned the lack of maintenance and snow removal they have witnessed and suggested we start shoveling ourselves if we wanted to make it to our planned ski lessons. We lost hours of time as a family on our vacation taking turns shoveling, this is time we can’t get back.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Great getaway

It’s perfect for skiers! Although we didn’t go to ski, we enjoyed the area and the chalet! I wish the weather would’ve cooperated, but we were able to enjoy a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pawel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
DO NOT STAY HERE!! This property is completely mismanaged and a total scam. The hot tub that is advertised with the property does not work. We were not informed of this until about 4 hours before check-in, well after the allowed cancellation period. The property was not stocked with toilet paper, dish soap, paper towels, or laundry soap. There were dirty dishes in the dishwasher and crumbs and other things on the floor when we arrived. ZERO attempts were made to remedy the hot tub situation and we are still fighting with the management company for any kind of refund.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

cmward 1.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice

Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim K., Haiku, Maui, Hawaii

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

awesome little cabin

we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Esther R.

Quaint

This cabin was cozy and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Excellent Birthday Weekend!

Amazing rental accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis R.

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

Dope

Great stay would def stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023