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Aurora Skies Lodging - Private Cabin with Open Loft Bedroom - Sleeps 3-6

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1 bedroom, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Seward, AK
  • Place, Seward Boat Harbor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Seward Waterfront Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Aurora Skies Lodging - Private Cabin with Open Loft Bedroom - Sleeps 3-6

Welcome to Aurora Skies Lodging!!

The Australis Cabin is close to Lost Lake Trailhead and family-friendly activities. A hidden gem just three miles outside of Seward city limits. You’ll love it because of the high ceilings, the kitchen, the open floor plan, the comfy beds, and the coziness. Our place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families.

One of two beautiful little loft cabins nestled just off of a dirt road in the mountains about three miles outside of Seward city limits.

There is a full kitchen with a stove, microwave, refrigerator, and coffee pot. We offer a wireless sound system, complementary wifi and a 40" smart TV. The cabin also includes a Bar-B-Q grill on the back porch for outdoor grilling and a fire-pit for roasting marshmallows and telling ghost stories. Please bring your own firewood for the fire pit and charcoal for grilling.

The cabin sleeps 3-6 in three queen sized beds. Be advised that two of the beds are located in the loft of the cabin. In order to access the loft one must climb a ladder like staircase. The third bed is on the first floor for those guests who are squeamish about heights. There are three queen beds in all. We ask that the host provide an accurate guest count at booking so that we may provide the appropriate amenities for each guest. Unfortunately, we can not host parties larger than 6 and pets are not allowed on the property.

The cabin is one of two identical cabins on our property. Your neighbor is also a guest of ours. Please be respectful of their stay by keeping late night noises to a minimum.

**Please note that the fire pit is subject to availability in winter months due to possibility of heavy snow.

We are located just off the Seward Hwy on a dirt road that is well maintained by the city of Seward during all four seasons.

There is private parking available for up to three vehicles next to your cabin. You are welcome to park a snow-machine trailer or small boat, but doing so will count as one of the three vehicles. Please allow plenty of room for the guests staying in the cabin next to yours to park and exit the driveway at all times. No RV parking or tent camping on the property.

The cabin is located just 1/4 mile from the Lost Lake Trailhead! Cross-country skiing, biking, and hiking is allowed on the shoulder of the road. Snow-machining to the trailhead from the cabin is also permitted. **Please note, there is not a private off-road trail from the cabin for skiing, hiking, biking, or snow-machining to the trailhead.

Other things to note;

SECURITY SYSTEM
The cabin has an active “Ring Doorbell” for securing the safety of our guests and property. The system is located to the left of the front door under the porch light and provides the owners a view of the front porch and driveway with audio.

EARLY CHECK-IN
Due to increased cleaning protocols we are unable to promise checkin times before 4:00 pm. Request for an early check-in must be communicated with the host through direct message only. Upon request, we are happy to let you know as soon as your cabin is ready on the day of your arrival.

CRIB/HIGHCHAIR REQUEST
If you would like to make use of our travel crib or highchair please request it before you arrive so that we can make sure it is in the cabin at check-in. Storage in the cabin is limited so we keep these items off site until needed.

WATER USAGE:
Your cabin uses a private well and septic system. Please conserve water whenever possible and never flush anything other than toilet paper.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Chugach National Forest. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, a patio and a Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Chugach National Forest and 8 minutes by car from Seward Boat Harbor
Aurora Skies Lodging - Private Cabin with Open Loft Bedroom - Sleeps 3-6 offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Seward cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking. All smoking must be done outside.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wash the dishes
Turn the heater down to 54 degrees
Put trash in the trash can on the back deck
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No pets allowed on the property. No smoking. No RV parking. No tent camping. Events and parties are subject to approval by host. No exceptions.
Do not clean fish or game in or around the cabin. Do not leave fishing gear or food waste outside overnight. This attracts wildlife.
Firewood for the fire pit will not be provided. Do not cut down trees, gather branches, or pull old growth logs from the property.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No Pets. No exceptions.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There is a very steep ladder to the loft.

Events

No events allowed
Parties and events must be approved by host

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking. All smoking must be done outside.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Parties and events must be approved by host
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Australis Cabin Private Cabin with Loft Sleeps 6
Australis Cabin - Private Cabin with Loft, Sleeps 6 Seward

Aurora Skies Lodging - Private Cabin with Open Loft Bedroom - Sleeps 3-6 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay at Aurora Skies. It was tucked away far enough to feel remote but was easily accessible to the highway and the town of Seward. It was so nice to come back each night to a clean, warm & cozy cabin after exploring in the rain every day. I highly recommend these cabins to anyone visiting the Seward area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, clean and made a great 2 night stay. Beds are great, amenities for everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin, smaller than photos suggest, really a studio with a loft, but very clean and comfortable. Nice information about local activities and resting, and the chocolates and fresh eggs were a lovely touch. Would want a washer/dryer for longer than a few days stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle C.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed the location and the fire pit. Very quiet. We like to cook and would have appreciated a little better stocked kitchen. Overall would recommend this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Padam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cozy cabin

Great host, clean and connectivity with day cruise. Def recommend this place.Ps- there are steep stairs, 1 bed down and 2 beds upstairs
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cozy cabin

Great location for Seward activities, super clean and plenty of kitchen implements, we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cris M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little cabin

Overall, our stay was good. It is not a big cabin but fit the three of us well. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. It is surrounded by trees so unable to view the mountains/water; however, so peaceful at the cabin. It is a short drive into Seward. We did not cook any meals but the kitchen did have some basic supplies. You have to handwash dishes since there is no dishwasher. There are 3 Queen beds with 2 of them up in the loft. The stairs leading up into the loft are well-built and steep. I was a little nervous climbing them but our teenage son was fine. When checking in, you will get the access code about one hour prior to check-in via the VRBO inbox. We would stay there again if visiting Seward.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

andre b.

Liked: Cleanliness

great visit

property was as described. clean, great decor, easy to find
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice cabin in the woods

Cabin was tucked away in the woods and was great for our short stay. Great communication with the owner and there is a fire pit outside. There are few options when staying in Seward so this is a nice alternative to hotels. Probably best suited to shorter stays.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, cozy & all the amenities!

First of all - most comfortable beds ever!! Easy check in/out procedures. Great, quiet location - quick, easy access to the highway but set back in the woods just enough for that 'up north' feel! The cabin is cozy but has everything you need! It was one of our favorite places we stayed while in Alaska! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra O., Merritt Island, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in Seward

Great location, beautiful space
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin

Spacious cabin tucked away in the forest outside of Seward. Lovely hosts and the cabin was immaculate
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Loved the cabin! It was very cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing cabin!

We absolutely loved staying here! The hosts thought of everything a traveler could want. The cabin is in close proximity to Seward. Meegan was quick to respond to our questions about the area and a whole binder is provided with recommendations to local places. Will definitely recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quiet cabin

Property was clean, quiet, and in a great little neighborhood, close to Lost Lake trail. Perfect for a night after fishing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful in the woods

We truly enjoyed the cabin! It is very close to Lost Lake Trail. Where you can go for a nice hike or pick blueberries. The cabins were very clean and comfortable. The cabins were perfect to unwind after a day for the kids playing in Seward and at a wedding all day! The cabins are wonderful and peaceful for everyone to relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

TIm K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin

Great cabin. Very tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The farm fresh eggs were a bonus. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cabin!

We loved the cabin and the host was wonderful! We would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Terrific home and location

Our family truly enjoyed this home. My husband and I travelled with our two sons, 17 and 19 years old. The home allowed space for us to all sleep very comfortably without being completely on top of one another. The home had all the modern conveniences we didn’t necessarily expect in Alaska! While not located right in the heart of Seward, it is maybe a 5 minute drive. We liked the location near the Loat Lake trail as well as the proximity to Kenai Fjords NP. We are excited to plan our next trip to Seward and would stay here again without question. Lastly, the hosts were incredible. Meegan was responsive when needed, and wanted to ensure we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seward Cabin

The cabin was lovely and in a beautiful quiet area 3 miles outside of Seward. It was clean and had everything that we needed. The host, Meegan, was extremely pleasant and quickly replied to any questions that I had. We had a very lovely evening there and would be happy to stay again when we come back to Seward. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family getaway

Came to this cabin to visit Seward and the surrounding areas with my husband and two kids. My Mother Father and Grandmother in law stayed in a cabin down the road. This was a perfect place for a family of 4 with room when the rest of our group hung out for dinner and cards . The host was friendly and helpful and really cares about the cabins, the land, and your experience. We would absolutely visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property with easy access to Exit Glacier and all activities around the Seward area.

Very clean and well organized cabin in a quiet, secluded setting yet still convenient for tourist destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022