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Featuring mountain views, Shearwater Cove in Seward features accommodation and water sports facilities. There is a private entrance at the luxury tent for the convenience of those who stay. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. All units at the luxury tent are fitted with a seating area. Accommodation includes a patio with sea views, a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor dining area and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. At the luxury tent, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the luxury tent will be able to enjoy activities in and around Seward, like canoeing and hiking. Kenai Municipal Airport is 166 km from the property.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
1 large double bed
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1 futon bed
1 large double bed
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1 futon bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
8.3
Location
10
High score for Seward

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Hana
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    All was perfect, young owners, other team members, organisation of transport, place, accomodation, nature, water, kayaks ...
  • William
    United States United States
    Amazing property and staff. Traveled with my sister and stayed in the new yurts. Very comfortable and everything you need. The surroundings are breathtaking and a highlight of our trip.
  • Deborah
    United States United States
    Amazing location. Stunning setting. Short hiking trails were nice, but very very short. It’s all about Kayaking. Yurts super comfy and heater is amazing! No covered porch on all the yurts-didn’t understand there some were covered and some not
  • Josy
    United States United States
    Location is amazing, we were there during some amazing rain but stayed warm and dry in our yurt.

Managed by Shearwater Cove

Company review score: 9.6Based on 6 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Shearwater Cove was built by hand by owners Jason and Charity. Our guiding vision was to create a space for guests to experience the Alaskan wilderness without having to give up their creature comforts. We are a small, locally owned company which means a highly curated and personalized experience for each of our guests! Shearwater Cove was established in 2016. We are home to 7 oceanfront yurts that are accessible only by boat from Seward, Alaska. Shearwater Cove also features a waterfront pavilion that is perfect for watching marine wildlife and mingling with other guests and our friendly staff. Shearwater Cove is off the beaten path and offers guests a unique way to experience the wonders of the Kenai Fjords. Our protected location in the heart of Resurrection Bay makes Shearwater Cove an ideal location for sea kayaking for both beginners and experienced paddlers alike! We are surrounded by world-class kayaking destinations, all accessible within a 1 mile radius of our yurts. Shearwater Cove also offers guests the opportunity to explore on foot via our three trails that depart directly from the yurts. Each trail reaches a unique destination with perfect locations for epic photo shoots along the way. Our staff members are well experienced in Alaskan hospitality and consistently provide top-notch service for our guests. When you book a stay with Shearwater Cove you are supporting a small business whose greatest aspiration is to provide you the best, most personalized experience possible!

Property information

Shearwater Cove is a wilderness eco-lodge located in the Kenai Fjords! We offer oceanfront yurt lodging on our private property that is surrounded by the Alaskan wilderness. Activities of sea kayaking and hiking are included in your stay! Our secluded location is accessible only by boat from Seward, Alaska, and we provide boat transportation for all of our guests. The boat trip is about 40 minutes each way - look for wildlife such as humpback whales, sea otters, eagles, sea lions, and so much more! This entire experience is included in your nightly rate. Shearwater Cove was hand crafted by owners Jason and Charity, literally from the ground up. We take pride in our professional team of boat captains, lodge hosts, and cleaning staff who are friendly and knowledgeable. Guest reviews consistently highlight our staff as being informative, personable, and ensuring that guests are safe in our wilderness setting. We also take pride in the off-grid comforts that are provided in each yurt! Each yurt has memory foam beds, cozy heaters, a kitchen for preparing meals, a private shower and composting toilet, and private patio for enjoying the views. Stylish linens and toiletries are provided, as well as kitchenware and basic cooking supplies. There is no food service at Shearwater Cove so guests shop for their own food ingredients in Seward or Anchorage before boarding our boat. Our wilderness ecolodge is home to 7 yurts. We have 4 Original Yurts and 3 Premier Yurts. All of our yurts share the same amenities mentioned above. In addition, the Premier Yurts have the most prominent oceanfront views, are larger than the Standard Yurts to more comfortably accommodate 4 adults, and have a larger, covered patio space with outdoor furniture.

Neighbourhood information

Shearwater Cove is located in Resurrection Bay which is a part of Alaska's Kenai Fjords. Our 'neighborhood' consists of several key landmarks and parks including: Kenai Fjords National Park - ask about adding a sightseeing charter of the National Park to your stay. Sandspit Point State Marine Park - one of the main kayaking destinations accessible from our yurts. Thumb Cove State Marine Park - our boat passes by this stunning Cove with hanging glaciers on its way to the yurts. Humpy Cove and the Hidden Waterfall- a protected kayaking destination accessible from our yurts. The nearest town to Shearwater Cove is Seward, Alaska. Seward is connected by road to Anchorage. Most visitors to Alaska fly into Anchorage and then either rent a car, ride a bus, or catch the train down to Seward. All guests meet our boat in the Seward Harbor on the morning of their check-in. Seward is a waterfront town at the end of the Seward Highway. Seward is well known as the access point for Kenai Fjords National Park. Seward has many services including grocery stores, gas stations, a hospital, gift shops, coffee shops, various tour providers, lodging, and car rentals. Seward is a 2.5 hour drive south from Anchorage. However, during the summer there is construction and traffic that make it a 3 hour drive.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Shearwater Cove
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen

Activities

  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
No internet access available.

Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs US$10 per day.

  • Accessible parking

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms

General

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Shearwater Cove takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 10:00 to 12:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 8 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Shearwater Cove

  • Shearwater Cove offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Water sport facilities on site
  • Yes, Shearwater Cove is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Shearwater Cove is from 10:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Shearwater Cove is 1.1 miles from the centre of Seward. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Shearwater Cove may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.