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Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Property grounds
Dining
Nestled in the Chugach mountains, Trail River Gardens offers a serene retreat just 20 minutes from Seward. Unwind on the deck overlooking Trail River, with majestic Mount Madison as your backdrop. Explore nearby hiking trails to mountain lakes and enjoy birdwatching or fishing.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 993 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway

My wife Jennifer and I chose this spot on Trail River because of its incredible beauty. Trail River Gardens is located just 20 min from Seward in the heart of the Chugach mountains on beautiful Trail River. From our deck the river is just 50 feet away with the majestic Mount Madison as a back drop. There are lakes above and below us with mountains on all sides. You can walk to hiking trails to even more mountain lakes. If you like to hike and watch birds and other wildlife, then you will love it here at Trail River gardens.

Keywords:Seward, Cottage, Cabin, Family, River, View, Fishing, Hiking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Moose Pass / Seward
Seward Scenic Alaska River Moose Pass / Seward
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Cottage Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage
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Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Cottage
Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Cottage Seward

About the area

Map
Moose Pass / Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai River - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 37 min drive - 45.7 km
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 38 min drive - 47.0 km
  • Kenai Fjords National Park - 45 min drive - 55.0 km
  • Exit Glacier - 52 min drive - 57.7 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trail Lake Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪dragon express - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chugach National Forest and Ptarmigan Lake Trail. Kenai Lake and Vagt Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 151 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved staying here!!! Beautiful area and yard, love being right by the river. Close to several tourist type activities, hiking, fishing, etc. Had everything we needed and then some.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great place!

We loved this place!The only suggestion I would make is an electric skillet, since there is no inside cooktop.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin as described. Great location for our fishing “base camp” near Seward!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

WILLIAM D.

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

Beautiful riverside property

This home is located with a nice view of the river about 75yds away. We had campfires near the river with suppled wood. Cooked on the grill and hot plate (note there is no stove). The manager lives next door and checked on us to make sure all was ok. Wish our stay was longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

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

Great stay

The property had everything we needed, was in a great location and was very comfortable. Really made our vacation feel like a vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
**Peaceful River Retreat – Perfect Getaway!**We had a wonderful stay at this VRBO! The home is nestled right along the river, offering beautiful views and a peaceful, quiet atmosphere. It was exactly the relaxing escape we were looking for. There was plenty of space for everyone to spread out and feel comfortable, both indoors and out. The house was clean, well-equipped, and felt very welcoming. We especially loved sitting outside in the mornings and evenings, listening to the water and enjoying the natural surroundings. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a calm, scenic place to unwind!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Cozy Cabin

A quaint, quiet cabin off the main highway. A great place to stay outside Seward.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William V.

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

Getaway

Great time, beautiful location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cammie D.

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

Serene area

Very beautiful peaceful place to stay with everything you need. A lot of recreational things to do
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Rustic cabin with great Alaska experience

The quiet location with windows and a deck overlooking the river offered great views and wildlife viewing. The owner, Russ, was very hospitable and provided helpful information about the area. Definitely would stay here again.A great beginning to our Alaska experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William V.

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

Vacation in Seward

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Vacation

Home was exactly as advertised. Everything went very smoothly and was perfect for our family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hari D.

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

Great river side home

Excellent home & owners. They helped us really well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

River Living

Was a great stay, a great place. Peaceful, deck was wonderful to sit out and listen to the river. Hosts were very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F., Winnsboro

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

Trail River Beauty

Great hosts, beautiful peaceful setting and beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruno L.

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

Great location right on the river

Great spot to hang out. Nice deck, fire pit and access to the river. The owners live next door and were fun to chat with as well. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jodi P.

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

Family vacation

This house was BETTER than we expected! So roomy and 3 bathrooms made it so enjoyable with 6 people. the views were amazing and a short distance from Seward.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

River view

We enjoyed our stay at Trail River Gardens. It has a lovely deck with a nice view, and the gardens are beautiful. Our bed was comfortable. Everything is as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Great property!

Russ and Jennifer were great hosts. The property was well represented and we were very happy with the accommodations. We hope to be able to return again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Beautiful View

This property is in a great location with a beautiful view of the Trail River from the backyard. We grilled out by the river and later made s’mores in the fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H.

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

Gorgeous View and Cozy Home

Cozy home with beautiful view of the light teal blue colored river. We had everything that we needed for a two night stay. Russ is very attentive and answered any general questions that we had about Alaska. Wonderful location for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joscelyn S.

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

Alaska in June

This is a perfect fishing cottage for those looking for glorified camping while exploring the Kenai Peninsula.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolene M.

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

Excellent VRBO

If you are traveling in a larger group this is definitely the place to stay! We had so much fun. It’s quite, private, and peaceful next to the river. We enjoyed snagging salmon, charter fishing, and hiking while we stayed here. Definitely recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

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

Fabulous home by the river - so comfortable

We so enjoyed staying in this lovely home by the river. It has a great view of the river from the picture window and glass sliding doors. Also a wonderful patio overlooking the river. We would loved to have stayed longer. We were so grateful for the laundry room as we were mid way through our Alaska trip and in need of fresh clothes. The beds were very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Beautiful location

Beautiful property with great views! Very convenient location for travel to Seward. Each bedroom has its own bath which was perfect for three couples. Fire pit was awesome to grill steaks for our dinners! Hosts were very friendly and accommodating! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

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