The Whole Family Will Love A Visit To This Adorable Mountainside Cabin In Alaska
By Chris Muras|Published September 29, 2022
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Welcome to the Hanging Glacier Chalet, a charming mountain cabin in Girdwood, Alaska. This beautiful retreat sits at the base of Mount Alyeska and is a family-friendly getaway perfect for those who like to strap on a pair of skis and enjoy some amazing slopes at the nearby Alyeska Resort. Oh, and did we mention you will have your very own cedar barrel sauna?
A cabin in the woods surrounded by majestic Alaskan mountains. Can a vacation get any better than that?
This beautiful modern 1294-square-foot cabin can accommodate up to eight adults with three bedrooms and two full baths. With stunning views right outside the towering living room windows, you may even see a bear or two meandering through the woods.
Children are welcome, but pets will have to book their own furry-friendly hotel back home.
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All the comforts of home, including this cozy welcoming living room, washer, dryer, and a spacious front and back deck for grilling with the included gas grill. Perhaps most importantly, the whole family can breathe a sigh of relief because there is free internet.
Onsite parking is available for up to four vehicles, but you may need a 4-wheel drive vehicle in the winter as it can get snowy and muddy.
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Your chef in the family will feel right at home in this lovely modern kitchen with all of the tools and cookware needed for culinary masterpieces. Although, since it is a vacation maybe it’s the kids' turn to give Chef Mom and Dad some much-needed relaxation by preparing all of the meals.
Never fear, if you don’t feel like cooking there are plenty of shops, restaurants, and cafes in the area. All of these charming local hot spots are easily accessible via a free town shuttle.
We know you’ve been waiting for this one - the cedar barrel sauna. You will love this wood-powered private sauna for a steamy relaxing chill session after a long day skiing or hiking.
While the area is known for its skiing, the Hanging Glacier Chalet is a great home base for hiking, cruising the charming town, or even a day trip to Anchorage which is only a 40-minute drive.
This beautiful glacier-carved valley is all part of Chugach State Park in the heart of Girdwood, Alaska. The Alyeska Ski Resort features 76 runs and 1,610 skiable acres in one of Alaska’s most amazing mountain resorts.
Prime snowfall months are between November and February.
What do you think? Is this delightful mountain cabin in Girdwood, Alaska enticing you to go on a family ski vacation? Whether you enjoy skiing in fresh powder snow or simply yearn for mountain hiking and breathtaking sites this is a cabin getaway to remember.
