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Eagle's Nest Cabin on Salmon Creek

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Cabin on forested acre in a quiet neighborhood near town.
Exterior
Cozy living room with large windows for wildlife and mountain viewing (8/2025).
Full kitchen and dining area leads to deck and fire pit out back (8/2025).
Kitchen and dining area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Seward, AK
  • Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Alaska SeaLife Center
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Eagle's Nest Cabin on Salmon Creek

Located along what locals call Eagle Alley, the property sits on Salmon Creek and is the perfect location for your whole family's Alaskan adventures. The cabin is on a quiet street away from the bustle of town, but still close for a quick trip to the grocery store, Exit Glacier, or the Sea Life Center. You'll be surrounded by mountain views and access to a rushing river with spawning salmon all summer. Salmon Creek attracts many bald eagles, and they are often seen fishing. Most years, a nest is built in the cottonwood tree near the river. If active, you'll see chicks in the nest by June and July. By August they'll be pretty confident in flight. We often have moose wander through the property and even the occasional brown bear can be seen in the creek when the salmon are running.

The house features vaulted wood ceilings, 1st floor bathroom, 2nd floor master bathroom, and on-site laundry. The attached 3-season room (or "arctic entry" as they are know here) offers an outdoor dining area or place to dry out clothes or fishing gear. You will find a queen beds in the upstairs master bedroom and 1st floor bedroom, and twin bunk beds in the 3rd bedroom. All bedroom windows have thick curtains for blocking out Alaska's midnight sun. The house is on the smaller side at 1,000sf but vaulted ceilings, huge windows, and large yard give it a spacious feel.

The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, utensils, knife set, cutting boards, and bowls/cups/plates. For appliances you'll find a microwave, stove/oven, toaster, coffee maker/grinder (filters and locally roasted whole bean coffee are supplied), and full size refrigerator/freezer. We stock a choice of coffees, selection of tea, cooking oil, and common spices. Outside, there is a fire pit and Webber charcoal grill (charcoal is supplied).

The forested property has a path that winds through patches of wild strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries ending at the private shore of the creek. You'll find a fire-pit with benches and a charcoal grill (supplies included).

The yard is a typical rural Alaskan yard: lots of alder, low bushy willow, an old shed, devil's club, dandelion, and fireweed. In other words, a little wild, but excellent moose browse and cover. Moose don't browse or feel comfortable on lawns. South-central Alaska is like a jungle in the summer, and although there is a lawn of sorts and plenty of room for the fire pit or even a round of wiffleball, much of the property is left wild.

There is an owner occupied cabin on the far side of the one acre property. We're available to chat and answer questions outside of our busy summer jobs, or available anytime via phone or message.

House Rules:
At least one person from each party should read the house manual upon arrival.

The house is on a private well and septic system. The tap water is great: double filtered, fresh, and clean tasting. The septic system requires care to ensure no oil or food enter the drains. Wipe out oily pans with paper towels and throw away.

Quiet hours are 11pm-8am. Ours is a peaceful quiet neighborhood. No outdoor music/yelling during quiet hours. Parties are not allowed.

Children should be supervised near the creek.

Wildlife uses the property and has "right of way". Do not approach any wildlife on the property or anywhere in Alaska. We have never had any issue and the neighborhood is safe for children, but we ask visitors simply to be aware of their surroundings. Eagles and their nests are federally protected, it is against the law to disturb a nest, eagles, or a nest tree.

We have a can of "Bear Spray" available if you want to carry it while hiking in the area. Please return it to the porch when you are done. We ask that bear spray not be brought inside the house.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Big yard, fun stuff for kids, bunk bed room.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Only upon approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed inside.
House is on a septic system, no oil or food can go down any drains.
Outdoor quiet hours: 10pm-8am
No Check In or Out on The 4th of July. Our town hosts a large event that the owners and cleaning staff participate in. We have no one to clean.

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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seward

Located in Seward, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Seward Community Library & Museum and Chugach Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alaska SeaLife Center and Thumb Cove State Marine Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Seward Boat Harbor - 9 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Alaska SeaLife Center - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park - 18 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Breeze Inn Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Firebrand BBQ - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Highliner Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cookery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ray's Waterfront - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eagle's Nest Cabin on Salmon Creek pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Eagle's Nest Cabin on Salmon Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eagle's Nest Cabin on Salmon Creek?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Eagle's Nest Cabin on Salmon Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.9 km) from Seward Boat Harbor and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Two Lakes Park. Chugach National Forest and Seward Waterfront Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cabin in Seward. Had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

will c.

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

Great stay

Amazing location and awesome host. My family really enjoyed the trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George H.

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

Fantastic!

We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Rustic and quiet

We were happy with the cabin. It had a hunting/fishing cabin vibe but we liked that. It was off a gravel road surrounded by woods and walking distance to a creek. Although in the woods, it was still only 10min away to restaurants, the grocery store, and Kenai Fjords park entrance. If ever back in the Seward area, we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne B.

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

Restful Retreat

Eagle's Nest Cabin is sweet! It's in a beautiful, quiet setting -- close to Seward but away from all the hubbub. It was nice to access the cabin with a good old-fashioned key, not having to fool with codes and such. The cabin is very comfortable, and is well-stocked and supplied with everything needed, as well as a nice selection of games and books. Got a good night's sleep there and left refreshed in the morning. Would stay there again on future visits to Seward!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Great location

Lovely quiet cabin close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mich F.

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

Super cute

Place was cute and quiet- perfect for our Anchorage get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hugh S.

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

Great place, great location!

Great place, great location! We were close to Seward and everywhere else we were intending to go. A great location at a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed Eagle’s Nest very much! Perfect for our group, we had everything we needed, would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

The Best

Great house,great location, super clean, kitchen very well furnished …didnt want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TROY B.

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

Close to town yet secluded

This property worked well for our group of six.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki A.

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

Great location, beautiful

The property was beautiful and the house was nicely kept. We had very good and efficient communication with the owner. It was in a great location, easy to get to hikes and to the town. Overall it was a very easy process and relaxed stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen B.

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

Nice place!

We liked the property, the creek and enjoyed a campfire. The house was clean and worked well for our family of six
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Wonderful stay

This was a lovely property, very close to town, but far enough away to be out of chaos. The creek was beautiful. The property had everything we needed. Wish we could have stayed longer, would stay here again if we were to make it to Seward again. The owner was real personable, we enjoyed chatting with him.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute Place

Clean and cute. Typical Alaskan Cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Case s.

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

Great location with lots of privacy!

We stayed here as 2 couples anreally liked the remoteness. We met Carl and he was very friendly and helpful. The house was well stocked and the whole coffee beans were a real hit. The appliances seemed really new which we liked. We loved wathing the bald eagle. We missed seeing the bear although one was around during the night. We would definitely recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy B.

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

A rustic cabin well located

We spent three nights at Owls nest. The eagle fledglings we’re active along with perched eagle parents watching from above the house each night ! The cabin is rustic - we planned on doing a lot of cooking and it could use a few more pans but overall was well equipped. Very convenient to downtown Seward without the crowds. We enjoyed our stay !

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

That's a real moose!

First of all, that's a real moose on his picture (not a statue)! Very cozy rustic Alaskan home. Owner very good at communicating. The place was very clean and as described. Eagle's Nest is a great description as there are many eagles in the area - we even saw one (maybe more) while there. Location is very convenient to Seward.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue B., Shawnee, Kansas

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

The Last Frontier!

Perfect, authentic Alaskan experience! No TV but we played cards and enjoyed the wilderness. Reminded me of my Grandma’s house. If you want The Waldorf Astoria, dont stay here. If you want an opportunity to live like an Alaskan, this is your place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry P.

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

Eagles eagles eagles

We loved this home and the area around it. I've never seen so many bald eagles in my life and I am an active birder and go out looking for them frequently where I live (they are common here in New England also). There were constantly bald eagles flying overhead. We took many short walks to the stream to find more eagles on the sandbars or in the trees overhead. The 'abandoned' eagles nest had one or two eagles perched there most of the time we were there....a short walk to the RR tracks by Salmon Creek road led to an rea with 50+ eagles in the trees....it was amazing to view. The home itself was right-sized for our group of 5--very clean and had everything we needed for our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lisa J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Sewer…..ed

I have no idea how this property was vetted! It beyond disgusting. Too many things to list including a lack of sanitized bathroom supplies, poor plumbing, broken dresser, overgrown stressed property full of garbage. Video and pictures available. We want a call from VRBO because this was a complete and utter misrepresentation of the property. It was LARCENY!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Glenda R.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Pictures on line were not what we found. Upstairs bathroom had mold around the shower, flooring around showing was soft. Master bedroom had a blanket for one curtain, the other curtain had a hole in it that was closed by a safety pin. No TV, no form of entertainment. Could not go outside, weeds surrounded the back door and "firepit" area. After looking up the types of plants, one appeared to be type of plant that was bad if it was touched. There were boots and tools left on the front porch Side of the house had board missing. Definitely not worth the money that we spent to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property. Well stocked, clean, lots of space. Karl was super responsive and provided lots of good information. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

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

Perfect Spot in Seward

This cabin has a great location and Karl was very thoughtful about providing detailed information and everything we needed for an inviting stay. He also had great local insights and recommendations for our time over July 4. The home was very clean, had plenty of space for our family group of 6, and was a quick drive to the grocery store and Seward. Would definitely recommend for anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Cabin away from home

This was a great stay which fit our group perfectly. Clean and well equipped . Very short walk to the creek with the eagles right above us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Karl Mechtenberg

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I think Seward is Alaska's most beautiful town. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and Resurrection Bay, it truly has it all. We love our little cabin, and hope to share it with your family and friends.

What makes this property unique

A quiet neighborhood just outside of town. You'll find this property pretty wild for how close to town it is. Moose, bear, and porcupine pass through frequently. It's situated on Salmon Creek on a street that doesn't have any through traffic. Even on our busiest weeks, like the 4th of July, it feels peaceful at the cabin. Plus, few lots in Seward receive such great sunlight.

Languages:

English, Spanish