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Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home

Cottage in Seward with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
1 bedroom, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Experience the cozy charm of Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home in Seward, nestled near Resurrection Bay and Mt. Marathon. This property offers a full kitchen, impressive DVD/VHS collection, convenient access to local shops and restaurants as well as an Alaska Sealife Center within walking distance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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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.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • 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

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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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not 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
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

206537

About the area

Map
Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Seward Community Library & Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home located?

Located in the heart of Seward, this cottage is steps away from Seward Waterfront Park and Seward Community Library & Museum. Chugach Heritage Center and Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
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

James M.

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

Perfect location

Great location close to campground and downtown. Very clean and had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cute little sea shanty. Everything was close by. The Owners were awesome and gave us tips on staying in Seward. Definitely, an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerhardt L.

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

This place was walking distance to downtown Seward. Very nice and clean place.

The agent was very accommodating and prompt.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

leslie B., Aniak Alaska

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

Seward stay

Nice little home in Seward, clean and comfortable and excellent location. We appreciated the flexible check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

debbie k.

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

Perfect location

The house was in the perfect location in town. Easy walking to everywhere. The house is well kept, and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Great place in the heart of Seward

This is a great place in the heart of Seward. Just a couple of blocks from many downtown shops and restaurants. It’s even just two blocks from the beach too. It’s full bedroom and full kitchen was just the right size. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiana W.

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

Salty Sam’s

We stayed here for a week. Very cute, comfy house. Well stocked with the essentials in kitchen/bathroom. Plenty of games/movies for entertainment. Great location to walk around and see the town/shop/restaurants. Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

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

Clean, cute and cozy!

Enjoyed being walking distance to “downtown” bars and restaurants, including the Flamingo. We also were able to see grizzly bear and her cubs using our binoculars and looking at the mountain from the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Salty Sam's felt like home. We are from the Aleutians and noticed Tustumena art around the home - it felt very comfortable and familiar. We loved it! Thank you, Annette
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Aimee C.

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

Seward Overnight Stay

Adorable home in Seward was exactly what we needed! Planned an early morning boat tour and didn’t want to have to drive from Anchorage the morning of. Checked all the boxes for us and on short notice. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
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

sybille s.

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

Perfect downtown location

We loved the quaint little cottage. The location is perfect for downtown. We couldn’t get a rental as they were sold out and we managed perfectly with the location taxi companies that are very efficient. The kitchen of this little cottage is freshly remodeled and top quality. The kitchen will not disappoint! The check in team and the cleaning crew were exceptional. We enjoyed interacting with all of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianne L.

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

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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute little home with everything that you need, plus design flair. Communication was excellent; info book was clear and helpful. We enjoyed a delightful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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