This vacation home places you next to Chugach National Forest and within a 10-minute drive of Seward Boat Harbor. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
Seward Waterfront Park - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
Alaska SeaLife Center - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
Restaurants
The Breeze Inn Restaurant - 9 min drive
Firebrand BBQ - 9 min drive
The Cookery - 11 min drive
Ray's Waterfront - 10 min drive
Highliner Restaurant - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Grand Bear Den - Eco-Luxury with a view
Relax and retreat at Grand Bear Den on Little Bear Lane. Enjoy AMAZING bay & mountain views from the timber-frame grand hall and two wrap around patios. Luxury amenities yet completely renewably powered; electricity is solar & wind and water is UV filtered rain water. Luxury king-sized beds w/ organic cotton sheets. A dream kitchen. Additional dining room/TV lounge/office space for guests use. A unique slice of Alaska!
NOTE: hosts live in the basement floor (separate entrance).
Grand Bear Den of Little Bear Lane has Twenty-eight foot ceilings in the grand hall welcoming in the view and beauty of Resurrection Bay to be enjoyed on oversized leather sofa and chairs.
Spacious master bedroom with blackout shades and a cozy king-sized bed, full sofa bed and a luxurious master bath; with large bath and rain shower.
Loft with king-sized bed and reading nook; eye masks provided as the loft overlooks the grand hall.
Large custom, chef-approved kitchen. Dining room and lounge with tv and sofa and a desk… in case you need to get some work done on the road.
We are happy to say we’re 100% off grid; with a large and ample electric system; solar and wind powered and over 10,000 gallon to capture Seward’s fresh rain water.
DRIVE SLOW (7mph or less) on DRIVEWAY.
Welcome to all outside areas on the grounds
We love meeting new people and are so excited to share our slice of Alaska. (The schatz family (that’s us) lives in the basement. We often have bonfires and love for guests to join.
Quaint neighborhood. Do not take Bayview Court. Please drive slowly passed our neighbors on the hill. - Please remove shoes before going on wood floor. - Do not leave food outside as it can attract bears. - No processing fish inside or outside. - Drive slowly (7mph or less) on DRIVEWAY.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
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
Garden
Unit size: 2,530 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
249121
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Seward, just steps from Chugach National Forest. You'll also find Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Grand Bear Den - Eco-Luxury with a view?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as a sauna and a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Grand Bear Den - Eco-Luxury with a view?
No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies at Grand Bear Den - Eco-Luxury with a view?
No, at Grand Bear Den - Eco-Luxury with a view, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.
Grand Bear Den - Eco-Luxury with a view Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
Aug 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, beautiful views and a very comfortable, spacious and well-equipped area. And our host was very generous and accommodating.
Karen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dee R.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home. Meg and Nico are delightful hosts. The house did advertise three bathrooms but there’s one full bath and 1/2 bath so must be sure you are comfortable sharing a shower with others in your group. Also it is a good idea to have eye masks to sleep due to the long lhours of daylight in Alaska. (one bedroom is in the loft). We spent much of our time, enjoying the house, sauna, fire pit, and taking in the amazing view.s:) We would definitely return to enjoy this beautiful place.
Dee R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Irene Z.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Grand Bear Den was absolutely an incredible place to stay!! Beautiful place, amazing views, outstanding kitchen, and great location for easy access to Seward and activities. All the special touches from all the ingredients to make s'mores over the incredible fire pit with a view, to the lovely basket for gathering goods from the garden, to the refreshments made available to us, as the guests, made the stay so very special!! Would stay there over and over again!
Irene Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kyla E.
Jul 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
If your dates are available, stay here! Stunning home with lovely touches throughout. The view alone is worth the 5 star review. The heat lamps on the deck provide extra warmth if needed. The hosts were over the top generous and accommodating. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Kyla E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joe B.
Jul 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Awesome
This is a special home! If you love architecture, post and beam construction, grand, open concept great room and kitchen with professional Vulcan range. There are two large decks overlooking (likely) the best view in all of Seward. Unobstructed views of Big Marathon, Race point, Little Bear, Big Bear, The Foundry, & Callisto. The view continues through some seemingly perfectly placed spruce trees down Resurection Bay to the various Islands. To the left side the view picks up even more mountains, you could literally just stare at the view day after day it never gets old. Meg and her family live on site and are very kind and responsive. If you are looking for a high quality home with breathtaking views this is the place!!! oh and the master bath shower is exquisite…
Joe B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Corey C.
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views and Cool Place
We thoroughly enjoyed are stay.
Corey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John G.
Aug 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous place to stay!
The home was beautiful with amazing views. It was clean, extremely comfortable, and the hosts even provided fresh coffee. The loft sleeping area was great for kids and they loved the views and the reading nook. The master bedroom was spacious and very comfortable. The views were stunning from every room, and the covered deck area was really wonderful on a couple of rainy Alaska days. The location is also very convenient. It's just a couple minute drive to the harbor. We'll stay there again if we can get back to Seward.
John G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rex C.
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury in Seward
Beautiful off grid home in Seward! Meg and family were great hosts! View and beautiful construction of home simply spectacular. Great base for exploring Seward area, also great if seeking solitude. Will stay again.