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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Comfy chalet with private hot tub, 2 fireplaces - near trails & slopes, dogs OK

Vail Chalet

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Come to Girdwood to unplug and relax at this comfortable, dog-friendly chalet featuring a private hot tub, two fireplaces, and easy access to trails and slopes. As of September 2021, this charming chalet has been recently updated, including a brand new LG refrigerator, a brand new gas fireplace in the living room, a new hot tub cover, curtains in all bedrooms, an updated gas fireplace in the primary bedroom, and an updated propane grill.

Surrounded by tall spruce trees, this rental offers a view of mountain lights in the winter. In the summer, it's a short walk to nearby trailheads and wild berry picking. Girdwood proper is two miles away, where you'll find dining and nightlife, and Alyeska Resort is less than two miles away, featuring excellent skiing and snowboarding.

This property has a lodge feel with its high vaulted ceiling and big-beam construction. Amenities include cable TV with DVD/VCR players, a portable CD player, and a washer/dryer.

Make your reservation today and come unwind in Alaska!

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



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 manager

Vacasa of Alaska

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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: 1,832 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Comfy Chalet W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes
Comfy W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes Girdwood
Comfy W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes
Comfy Chalet W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Near Trials Slopes
Comfy Chalet W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes
Comfy W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes Girdwood
Comfy Chalet W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes
Comfy W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes Girdwood
Comfy W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Trials Slopes
Comfy Chalet W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Near Trials Slopes
Comfy Chalet W/private hot Tub 2 Fireplaces Near Trials Slopes
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About the area

Map
Girdwood, AK

What's nearby

  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 7 min walk
  • Girdwood Center for Visual Arts - 11 min walk
  • Girdwood Park - 12 min walk
  • Girdwood Town Square - 17 min walk
  • Crow Creek Mine - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 6 min drive
  • Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chair 5 Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Girdwood Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coast Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seven Glaciers Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy chalet with private hot tub, 2 fireplaces - near trails & slopes, dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfy chalet with private hot tub, 2 fireplaces - near trails & slopes, dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy chalet with private hot tub, 2 fireplaces - near trails & slopes, dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfy chalet with private hot tub, 2 fireplaces - near trails & slopes, dogs OK located?

Located in Alyeska, this chalet is within a 10-minute walk of Chugach National Forest and Alyeska Ski Resort. Girdwood Center for Visual Arts and Girdwood Park are also within 15 minutes.

Comfy chalet with private hot tub, 2 fireplaces - near trails & slopes, dogs OK Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 65 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Leila M., Scotland, Canada and the USA

Would not recommend
This property could be amazing but it is VERY tired and old. Every single bed had bedding with multiple holes. Flooring is ripped up in sections and the beds are very thin and not comfortable. Pillows were just gross, bring your own if you can. Kitchen was old but ok but all the pots and pans are old and rusty. The hot tub was nice and location was great. One of the two fireplaces wouldn’t work but worst was that we never got hot water the entire time we were there for a ski vacation. No one got to shower all weekend! Vacasa was responsive when texted but never actually sent anyone to fix it or do anything about it. A week later and they are still saying “someone will get back to us” but nothing was ever done. Until they can do many updates I would definitely give this a pass, especially for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Rebecca V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Review April 2023
Our stay was cut short due to no hot water, home was fairly clean but needs some deep cleaning (mopped floors, dusting/cob webs, surfaces washed). A deep cleaning would hopefully help the smell of “older home” go away too. Bedding needs updating too; has holes in both bed linens upstairs. Good points; large enough to have a family visit with space for everyone; view was beautiful; location is fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Talkeetna Tiny House Cabin

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location older ski chalet
Overall met our needs. Happy surprise to have three bedrooms but one has totally open upper ceilings so room noise level is high. Hot tub was nice and location is great. Kitchen could use more mixing bowels and cook wear but overall met our needs. Needs updating and TLC but overall good for family with dogs:)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
Loved the rustic, homey warmth of the property. We were here for a wedding at the resort but wanted family time in a quieter setting. Convenient location. Beautiful scenery. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sherri C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property Well Past Prime - Old, Tired, and in Need of a Facelift
This location and home SEEMED ideal… Thank goodness, the bathroom toilets, and floors were clean, even if EXTREMELY worn and outdated. The floors in the main living space and bedrooms were vacuumed, and the refrigerator and hot tub were also very clean…but that is the short list of positives. This entire house needs, at the very least, a DEEP CLEAN and more likely, an entire overhaul. Negatives: Used coffee grounds left in the coffee maker, tea kettle very greasy, counters and table needed unwiped, cabinets - old and sticky. Both propane tanks for the grill were empty. We called Vacasa as soon as we arrived (4:00 pm) to get new propane tanks hoping to grill steaks that night. Although we were told someone would call & replace the tanks soon, nothing. Living room: condition of the furniture was suspect, because everything was so old - it made you wonder if the sofas were clean enough to sit or lay on. The area rug required a deep clean at the very least...or may just need to be replaced. The entry area would have benefitted from some hooks for coats, backpacks, hiking poles, water bottles, etc. -- as a result, our gear just ended up in a heap on the floor. Bathrooms vents were disgustingly dirty -- were so filled with dust that we cleaned them ourselves! Bedroom: cheap mattresses, pillows, and bedding - we made sure not to walk barefoot since ALL carpets are completely stained. We were also asked to drive our garbage into town at end of stay? Vacasa (more to say)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony S., Faribault, MN

Lovely stay
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was close to several excellent restaurants and activities. We would make a couple suggestions. One being offering outside seating on the deck to enjoy an evening cocktail. The other would be a hair dryer. We could not find one. Perhaps it was stored somewhere else we didn’t look. All in all we enjoyed your home very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy chalet
We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra O.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice place but needs a little work
Toilets didn’t work the best. The stove was really dirty but the hot tub was nice and clean. The beds old and noisy if you moved in them. The fireplace in the bedroom didn’t work and the listing needs to be updated to say gas fireplace only. A boot dryer would be a nice addition for winter activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kristine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication
House was lovely but it was a little frustrating not having a local office & dealing with an 800 #. But once property manager contacted us personally it was easier.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location for skiing
Excellent property for an extended family trip
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Linda U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Home Great Area
This house was fine for us. It is good size but could use some updating. But it was clean and cozy. In a nice area. Thank You, Linda Tillamook, OR
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Few hiccups - so so property, good location
The ease of communication with property mgmt company was horrible. We had an issue with lighting the fireplace which is the initial source of heat. I called the 800# on the site they weren’t helpful at all. Someone local from the property mgmt company for this area eventually got in touch with me directly and handled the issue. This person was awesome and kept on touch with me my entire stay. Allowed me to stay for a later checkout and compensated me for the issue. There’s no wifi service so if your cellular service isn’t available here you will have a problem. Not happy with the fact that we had to literally drive our garbage to a dump 2 miles away we’re from out of state and had a rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Susan W.

Nice place that needs updating.
Bath & bedrooms need renovation. The mattresses are really in need of replacement. Place has good bones but needs some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mariann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girdwood Stay
We rented this as 1 of 3 homes to gather the family from throughout the US for our parent's 60th anniversary. Perfectly situated & walking distance from the cute town of Girdwood. Blueberry bushes abound in the back yard in July-August (I should have made a pie :-). My son & daughter-in-law loved the hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amaris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home
We really enjoyed our stay here. The kitchen was somewhat under-stocked but everything else was great. The hot tub was so clean and a nice commodity! Linens were nice and beds comfortable, plenty of extra blankets!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girdwood Magic
Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Anchorage, Alaska USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable & Close to the slopes
We enjoyed our stay and have already looked ahead to find another opportunity to go back. The home was comfortable and just what we needed for a family trip. I appreciated being able to bring the four legged kids. The hot tub was nice after hours in sun zero temps. We read prior reviews and say that we knew what it was and it was perfect for a relaxing time in Girdwood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

colleen l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This is a great winter escape. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannan B., Anchorage Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
We had a fantastic time at this property. It was clean, conveniently located and very comfortable for eight. We will stay again for sure! Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay - some updates needed
A place we would go back to with a few updates. The Good: great location, quiet, clean, lovely place. The Challenge: The refrigerator wasn’t working well, a small fridge was there to augment the larger one. Our understanding is the new one is on order. The hot water didn’t work well (you got a 2-3 min warm shower). The staff worked to make it right but needed parts. The stove wasn’t consistent in heating. With a little investment this could be an A+++ place. The management company was responsive to the challenges and made it right. By no means did it ruin a great trip, so much opportunity!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Frank K.

Met our expectations
Since we were looking for a place that allowed pets - we expected that the accommodations would be a little more "well-used" than others we have stayed at over the years - and we were right. It wasn't bad, just kind of run-down - although cozy enough. In general, the main living area was very nice and we felt quite comfortable - although the fireplace was still "under construction", and a number of the lamps had bulbs missing or not working. The kitchen was really old-school, and not really equipped to handle dinners or breakfast for a large group (6-8 people). One of the toilets was stopped up when we arrived. The refrigerator did not work (cool, but not cold - could not keep milk fresh for more than a day). However, when we called, the property management was very quick to respond, and attempted to address our issues quickly and effectively. Overall, we were happy to have found this place, and it served our needs fairly well. We were promised a 15% discount refund because of the issues we encountered - but have not seen that as yet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Regina I.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Girdwood good and bad
Subject: Girdwood VRBO Review We showed up to this property and had problems immediately. The biggest one was the refrigerator, which according to previous reviews, had been an issue since March 2021 and still hadn’t been fixed. Based on our interaction with the repairman, who was very friendly and helpful, it seems that nobody had really looked at it before he did, because he diagnosed the problem pretty quickly. The Good: Location - this property is in a fairly quiet neighborhood, which is close to amenities, and Girdwood Brewing. Couches - the couches are quite comfortable Towels - there were plenty of towels in the bathrooms, and for the hot tub, which we didn’t look at. The Bad: Refrigerator - the refrigerator was plugged in, but not cool when we got there. We had brought a lot of our own food, since Girdwood doesn’t have many restaurants. We also had medication which needed to be kept cold, for the baby.. On the first night, we had to get ice from the store to keep our food cool in our cooler (which fortunately we had), but we still lost some of our food. We called, and they had a repairman come out the second day of our stay. Pretty quickly, he noted that there was a ton of frost buildup in the freezer, and that the vents from the freezer to the fridge we’re frozen solid (6-10” of solid ice build up inside). He scraped some of the ice in the freezer, and left us the tools to continue (with Covid we decided less contact would be better, and we would continue ourselves). After several hours of work on our part, we were able to defrost the entire vent system, and the fridge is now working properly. This is on the second day of our stay. Beds - the beds were not very comfortable. The one in the loft was the best. There were no blackout curtains in any of the sleeping areas. The Gas BBQ - the grill was dirty and broken. The repairman was going to clean it, but then deemed it was beyond repair, He offered to bring a small charcoal but we declined. The appliances are definitely older, the oven temp was unreliable, hard to read the stove dials, which were worn. Main heating stove is awaiting repair as is the garbage compactor. Wifi is only for the TV, our email stated there was wifi. Neither bath had working plugs. We were told we would be compensated, but as of this posting we have not.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Charisma R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
kitchen appliances needs replacing
The fridge is NOT working properly, microwave takes time to heat food, The grill was so dirty and rusted it needs to go to the damp! The cabin itself looks really nice, It is just appropriate for the owner to invest in better kitchen appliances. Jacuzzi was great! Washer and drier is great and very useful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Cindy V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute place with potential. Perfect location and great parking.
Check in was stressful. The front door would not open, had to go around the back. Opened front door once inside, but couldn't get it shut again. Had to forcefully lock it; but unable to use the front door. Stove was gross and outdated, knobs worn off, couldn't tell what/how to heat. Cupboards dirty and a mess. One bedroom upstairs had a plug/light blow and started smoking. Fireplace did not work. There was a sign, but no mention during the reservation process; we were looking forward to a fire. The refrigerator did not work. We had to set our groceries outside! Overall, nice place, but very disappointed in the condition for the price. I would expect that of a place with cheaper rates, but not $400 a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021