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Seward Scenic Alaska River Cottage Trail River Gardens 30791 Seward Highway

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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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 91000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • 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 transportation

  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

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 mall
  • 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 organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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

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
Onsite 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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Moose Pass / Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai Lake - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Upper Trail Lake - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Grant Lake Trail - 12 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Carter Lake Trailhead - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Kenai River - 16 min drive - 10.6 miles

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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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 ?

Check-out 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 mi (2 km) of Chugach National Forest and Ptarmigan Lake Trail. Kenai Lake and Vagt Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 153 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and fantastic hosts. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

Nanette K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well maintained home with a great view! Perfect for 3 couples traveling together. The owner was extremely responsive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, and clean, lots of extra. Really injoyed our stay, nice deck with view of the river. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and cozy place with everything we needed. The river view was beautiful. We saw eagles flying down the river as wewere enjoying breakfast.Great location...close to many great hikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy M.

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

Cozy cabin

Our family enjoyed the rural setting, three rooms with individual bathrooms and grilling out on the deck. We even saw moose cross the river!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lin G.

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

Great view

We stayed here in July. We had a family of six and it was ample room for everybody. The view is amazing. Our kids enjoyed the setting immensely and couldn’t stop talking about it. Everyone enjoyed the setting, and visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Jeninne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice scenic home on the river. Rustic ambiance for those wanting to enjoy the beautiful vistas without distraction. Host was on site and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Beautiful spot by the river

We felt so comfortable and at home here, and it was perfect for our stay. The location is so beautiful, and we didn’t even have clear weather! It is cozy, charming, and comfortable, ands our entire family enjoyed our stay.
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

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Great place on the river

We stayed two nights at the property and enjoyed it very much. The three bedrooms worked perfectly for us and our two adult children. The location was amazing - right on the Trail River. We enjoyed waking up on the river, and on the second morning, saw a bald eagle flying over the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice L.

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

Fabulous location and charming host!

The photos don’t do this justice. It’s beautifully located on the river bank. Very peaceful with a short drive to Seward town.The property was really clean and comfortable.It was lovely to light the fire pit in the evening and cook jacket potatoes and steaks…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani H.

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

Scenic cabin amongst the moose

Clean cabin with plenty of beds and bathrooms with great outdoor space along the river. The only down side was a lack of indoor living area, as the eat-in kitchen was the only indoor common space. Hosts were friendly and generous, sharing staples, offering bear spray and lots of board games & books. Location is convenient to Seward and local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was comfortable. It has three bedrooms with their own bathrooms. No living room area so we had to sit around at the kitchen table after our day out. Also there really was no access to the water for fishing which is the only reason I rented this place. Even though they couldn't fish my husband said this was his favorite place. We did enjoy a fire at the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay. Enjoyed the landscaping and original art work. Would love to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at Russ's place located on a beautiful river about a half hour outside Seward. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms were clean. Although there is no stove (we knew that from the listing), we figured out the hot plate and it was fine for our purposes of cooking breakfast. The rest of the kitchen was well equipped. Russ was very communicative and very nicely agreed to send an item that we accidentally left in one of the rooms. We loved our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

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

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

William V.

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

Vacation in Seward

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024