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Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
1 bedroom, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 474 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Seward, AK
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪6 min walk‬

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About the area

Seward

This cottage puts you in the heart of Seward, within steps of Seward Waterfront Park and Seward Community Library & Museum. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features free WiFi, a sofa bed and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.

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 Cookery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Thai Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Seward Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

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, 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.

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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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

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)

Pets

  • No pets 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

206537

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

Yep, Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home is a short 2-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park. Fun beach activities include kayaking and fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

No, Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home?

No, pets are not allowed.

Salty Sam's Cozy Downtown Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and beautiful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Soto Family

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! Very clean home, great location & the town was super charming! Loved our stay here while we were exploring Alaska!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Salty Sam’s home was perfect for our weekend visit! Hope to stay longer next time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elva Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice downtown location, spacious enough for us for a few nights, and very clean. Host was very attentive and responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect for our stay! Great location and very comfortable. We arrived a little earlier than we intended, and were able to check in early. Great responsiveness. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia D.

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

Very quiet respite

Wonderfully peaceful visit. Easy parking right out front. Modern appliances, super clean and comfortable with plenty of space. Very responsive owner leading up to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

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

Enjoying Seward

Salty Sam’s was the perfect home for four family. We enjoyed our stay at this darling retreat. Everything was in perfect order and we had a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cute home. Very accessible to town walking and nature ventures. Woke up,walked to a cute cafe through town then a wonderful walk along the water on a walk path back to the clean cozy home. Saw cute shops and animals in the water. Very safe and clean. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

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

Hidden Gem

Awesome place locate close to everything Seward has to offer. Very walk able area and the place had everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Comfy cottage

Had a great stay. Comfy house, great location and everything you could want. Enjoyed sitting in front porch in the am sipping on coffee and planning the day. Great 3 night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property had a nice nautical theme. The place was clean and was located in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie B.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Ideal location!

Charming!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good location. Nicely stocked kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance F.

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

Salty Sams

Perfect location for your Seward adventure. Property is perfectly renovated but has a retro vibe. You can walk to a multitude of restaurants and shops downtown. It was a very enjoyable stay. Can highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dori T.

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

Great location! Environmentally conscious host!

Walkable to most popular spots in Seward. Host is super organized and very responsive. Plenty of parking if you have a car. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023