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Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Girdwood, AK
  • Alyeska Ski Resort
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Girdwood Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Girdwood Town Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort

This beautifullly appointed Mountain home is a work of art that is fully functionable with its rustic contemporary charm. The home features a grand fireplace, hot tub, fully equiped custom kitchen, 3 bedrooms (2 with amazing mountian views perfect for viewing the Northern lights or star gazing) and 2 bathrooms. The wooded lot adds privacy without obstructing the amazing views. This home will make you vacation or weekend in Girdwood, AK a pleasant and memorable vacation or get-away.

Property manager

Sarah Faulkner-Mattingley
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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
no late check outs unless arranged at 24 hrs in advance If the hot tub has to be drained after check out due to being dirty you will be charged $150.
No pets. No parties. No exceptions. Heat may not be turn off in the winter.
only 2 bags of trash may be left in gargbage cans in kitchen. additional trash and any dirty diapers must be disposed of ny guest.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Girdwood

Alyeska, a neighbourhood in Girdwood, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chugach National Forest and Chugach State Park, while Crow Creek Mine and Hope & Sunrise Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Girdwood, AK

What's nearby

  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Girdwood Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Girdwood Town Square - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Crow Creek Mine - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - 28 min drive - 32.5 km

Getting around

  • Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 7 min drive
  • Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coast Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chair 5 Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Girdwood Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Seven Glaciers Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic comtemporary custom chalet 1/2 mile from ski resort located?

Located in Alyeska, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Chugach National Forest, Alyeska Ski Resort and Virgin Creek Falls. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Girdwood Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 247 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Post cruise stay

Clean and comfortable home. Nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Quiet neighborhood close to Anchorage & Whittier

Girdwood was the perfect location for our Alaskan vacation! With close proximity to Anchorage & Whittier (and only two hours to Seward), walkable distance to shops, three bedrooms, two baths, a hot tub, and all of the amenities of home, the rental on Alpine Meadows was great. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was unique and beautiful. Kitchen had useful items, spices, etc. Could is a little more silverware but a clean, comfortable, fun house! Host was responsive to text messages and the house was comfortable. Added bonus, you could walk to an easy waterfall hike - Virgin Creek Falls. Great location and will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Very cool house

Tree house is the right name. Very cute, incredible views and good beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

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

Summer in Girdwood

The property has very cool architecture & is surrounded by pretty woods. It’s a short drive to the amenities in Girdwood as well as many nearby trails. It was well-stocked with kitchen supplies, extra towels, shampoo, conditioner & laundry detergent…all appreciated when you’re traveling & spending time outdoors. We enjoyed the hot tub & large dining table for eating & playing games. Beds were comfortable. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

T S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed this beautiful chalet for 2 nites from Jul 16-18 2025. Large and spacious for 4 adults with comfortable bedding and large rooms! Spotless and tidy, this chalet had all the amenities you would need - especially the kitchen! Furnishings were cozy and comfortable. The hot tub was a real treat after a long glacier cruise!Sarah communicated well with a detailed book provided with everything from the hot tub instructions to all the local dining spots making our short time more enjoyable.We really enjoyed our time at the Chalet and would recommend it to others! Thank you for sharing your Chalet with us Sarah!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph F.

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

Great house walking distance to resort

House was as described in the listing and the manager was easy to communicate with via text.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

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

Fantastic Stay

Great house, close to the mountain. Very comfortable and spacious. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Tree house

What a wonderful place to stay for a few days to ski.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

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

Alaskan get away

We loved the house! It was exactly what we wanted for our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

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

Fantastic stay!

Loved the stay! Home was beautiful! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael T O.

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

Alaska get away

Beautiful stay in Girdwood
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

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

Great house and convenient location to Alyeska!

Overall a great stay at this property. Everything we needed was provided and we enjoyed the cozy feeling being surrounded by mountains. The views from both of the larger bedrooms were great with huge windows.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck M.

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

Girdwood

Enjoyed our stay! Great location. Perfect for what we needed it for.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

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

Relaxing in Alaska

Our family had a great time exploring the Girdwood area and relaxing by the fire place at night. The house was perfect for our family of four and the northern lights definitely did not disappoint.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon and Ru W.

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

Birthday celebration.

Perfect for two couples celebrating 40th birthdays. It was close to the mountain, restaurants and town. Property was well-equipped with everything you needed for a stay. The hot tub was wonderful too. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Amazing chalet get away

Loved everything about our stay in this amazing home. The open layout of the downstairs was great for family interaction, and the privacy of the upstairs bedrooms afforded quiet time when needed (great for naps!). Close to world class skiing, and amazing opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, I would definitely stay again at this fantastic cabin in the woods. Thank you for helping my family make some wonderful Christmas memories this year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing woodwork with a comfy feel!

Had multiple families renting homes in Girdwood and found ours was the most unique and beautiful place of them all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

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

Alyeska Resort and Chugash Powder Guides ski week

The living room was perfect for hanging out by the fire and watching ski films after a day on the mountains. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook in for breakfast, lunch or dinner if desired. We had three guests and easily could have fit two more with the additional bunk bed and pull out bed in the living room. The house is located a couple minute drive from Alaska ski base which was exactly what we could ask for. The neighborhood has the small town and camp setting feel. I highly recommend this house for a ski trip with a few friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron M.

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

Alaska Fishing Trip to Wittier

House was eclectic and cozy. Close proximity to food and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cole d.

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

Perfect mountain retreat

Enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

I F.

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

Excellent stay

Gorgeous property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

Great location and cozy home

We really enjoyed the uniqueness of this property and the lanai, hot tub, and beds were so comfortable. It was spacious and clean and had everything we need!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Great home and location

Wonderful home. Close to skiing. Sarah is fantastic. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Nice place

Everything was great at the place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Faulkner-Mattingley

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Darren and Sarah Mattingley, two life long Alaskans who live in the beautiful resort town of Girdwood with their children and many pets. We like to collect unique properties and transform them into works of art.

Why they chose this property

This property was originally built as a small cabin in the late 1960's and was remodeled and added on to in 1985. When we purchased it in 2014 we saw great potential for this property and loved the custom work that was done several years back so we continued on with the rustic theme and added another wing with an additional bedroom while updating the existing structure.

What makes this property unique

Girdwood is a small valley with limited land where the average lot size is about a quarter acre. This home is situated on a larger than average lot but what attracted us to this property was the treed lot and overall charm of the home.

Languages:

English

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