With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Seward, just a 4-minute walk from Seward Waterfront Park and 5 minutes by foot from Seward Community Library & Museum. .This vacation home is 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Kenai Fjords National Park and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Chugach Heritage Center.
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Alaska SeaLife Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Seward Boat Harbor - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Lowell Point State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 139 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 3 min drive
The Highliner Restaurant - 5 min walk
Harbor Street Creamery - 16 min walk
Ray's Waterfront - 2 min drive
Woody's Thai Kitchen - 6 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Downtown Suite
Awesome location! Blocks away from downtown shopping area, restaurants, and bars. Conveniently located close to the bus stop. Walking distance to the Seward Boat Harbor. This place has a great view of the world famous Mt. Marathon. You will have your own private living space, private bathroom, and private bedroom.
Make yourself comfortable in your vacation home, featuring a refrigerator and a Smart TV. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include surfing/body boarding nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Toni Henderson
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
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.
2 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No lift
Single level property
Visual alarms in hallways
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Location highlights
In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing 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
Bed sheets changed on request
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Property does not allow children
Towels (changed on request)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
You don't need to worry about stripping the bed or taking out the trash! Thanks for staying with us and safe travels!
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
1 Bedroom Private Rental U.M
1 Bedroom Private Rental U.M.
Charming Downtown Suite Seward
Ursa Manor 1 Bedroom Private Rental
Charming Downtown Suite Private vacation home
Charming Downtown Suite Private vacation home Seward
Charming Downtown Suite Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
larry k.
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
larry k.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phil D.
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gateway to Adventure
Excellent location. Short walk to both ends of town. Awesome heater and everything you could possibly need!
Phil D.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
durairaj j.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
good place to stay
stayed for a day.
quite close to shopping area and beach
durairaj j.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
P M.
13 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Overall nice experience. Clean, comfortable and in proximity to all that Seward has to offer. Front door needs to have a deadbolt strike adjusted to function properly and numeric lever to be tighten. My stay was for 2 nights and I was out all day exploring. Neighbors were quiet and no mischief was going on in the neighborhood ( always a plus ). Thank you Toni
Easy to find. Walking distance to harbor and city center( about a mile either direction). Quiet neighborhood. Cute layout and art. Comfy full size bed. Nice coffee counter with microwave and small fridge. Good communication with owner. Good place to hole up during the rain with WIFI, TV, movies, and lots of board games.
Mary Y.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
erik g.
3 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable overnight trip
Our stay was very enjoyable. We arrived later in the evening and the hosts were accomadating. Entrance into the home was very simple. The home was clean and had a large selection of goodies (coffee, snacks, etc). We would definitely book again in the future.
erik g.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori M., Omaha Nebraska
27 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient
The property is conveniently located close to the bay, shopping, and restaurants. It was clean, quiet, and comfortable. I would stay there again!
Lori M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda O.
13 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place close to town
Walking distance to downtown Seward, had everything we needed. Coffee, water, and snacks were a nice touch!
Amanda O.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan B., Wimberley, Texas
10 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good for a quick stop
Close to town and walkable. Good stop for us!
Susan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David and Alison B.
29 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
It was a great place to stay. Nice little extras provided.
David and Alison B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
19 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Really cute cozy place. We really enjoyed it. I would definitely come again
Great location. Walking distance to downtown and the water
Lynda Lou
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Christy R.
5 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
My mistake, but there wasn’t a kitchen. We were planning on cooking our fish from our fishing trip. But it was very comfortable and clean. So if you don’t mind not cooking. Awesome! Thanks for letting us stay.
Christy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Terry E.
4 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quant one bedroom
Very clean and quant small place
The bed could be bigger for two adults but it was close to downtown and walking around the park area
Terry E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
6/10 Okay
Jenn P.
3 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Overpriced for what it is
Honestly, I wanted to love this place but it is overpriced. For the record: I can get past the fact it hasn't been updated in years.
The space itself is large enough for two people to be enjoying on a rainy day without getting cabin fever. The decor in the bathroom is cute! The location really sells this place...walk either direction: to downtown business district for all your meals or up to the marina for fishing and scenic cruises.
Security and the mold/mildew in the shower are the biggest concerns. The bedroom window does not latch (owner plans to repair it after the season) and there is no security chain to lock from the inside to make sure no one accidentally comes in while you are there. Also, the arctic entryway does not lock and has no blinds - this would be an awesome space for extra gear storage. While you have the entire space to yourself, you are really in some rooms cordoned off from a larger house. There is unfortunately no outdoor space to enjoy. This is out of the owner's control, but the place next door is an eyesore. Front yard has junk and things everywhere.
Back to thus place...the freezer does not work. We put leftover gelato in and next day it was soup, so don't plan on frozen meals. We appreciated the snacks and coffee and tea, that was a nice touch! But calling it a kitchenette is a stretch.
Moral of the story: if you just need a place to sleep and store your stuff and this is the cheapest option, go for it.
Jenn P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
John M.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Just as listed.
Comfortable bed and furniture. Everything was pretty accurate in the listing.
John M.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Glenda L.
28 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Place Downtown
This was a quaint little place right downtown Seward. It was close to a Free Shuttle stop, which was great because we arrived by train and didn't have a car. It was clean, had lots of amenities, like advertised and a few nice surprises, and in a quite neighborhood.
Glenda L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Scott G.
27 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Sleeping arangement
Bed was comfortable but not big enough for two adults, needs to be at least a queen size bed
Scott G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
William S.
25 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great space to rest up for the next adventure
This location was easy to find and convenient to both the walkable downtown area of Seward, as well as more uptown areas (including the hub for our outdoor expeditions with Exit Glacier Guides and Liquid Adventures, both five-stars!). Clean, with comfy couch and bed, and enough amenities to give us a comfortable break from a mostly-outdoor vacation, and at a reasonable price.
William S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
William S.
21 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Loca..
We enjoyed our stay in Seward. Great property location.
William S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Caleb M., Santa Cruz, CA
15 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Place in Seward!
No kitchen, but it says as much in the listing. It’s a great spot to use as a home base while exploring Seward, and the host set up a nice gift basket full of coffee pods and snacks. We’d stay here again!