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    Another view of the bed
    view from bed looking towards kitchen
    futon
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    door on the right leads to the bathroom
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  • Seward apartment rental - Gorgeous, original tin molding leading to the upstairs units.
    Unit is upstairs, the Sea Bean cafe is downstairs.
    Exterior of 225 Fourth Ave, 'Seward Commercial Co', now Sauerdough Lodging.
    interior of the Sea Bean cafe where your breakfast awaits you.
    Another view of the interior of the Sea Bean.
    The start of the Mt. Marathon race, held every 4th of July.
  • Seward apartment rental - Seward's boat harbor, with a cruise ship in port.
    Aialik glacier, in Kenai Fjords National Park. Accessible via tourboat.
 
Seward apartment rental - Living area

Living area

Sleeping area

Sleeping area

Another view of the bed

Another view of the bed

view from bed looking towards kitchen

view from bed looking towards kitchen

futon

futon

kitchen

kitchen

door on the right leads to the bathroom

door on the right leads to the bathroom

bathroom

bathroom

Gorgeous, original tin molding leading to the upstairs units.

Gorgeous, original tin molding leading to the upstairs units.

Unit is upstairs, the Sea Bean cafe is downstairs.

Unit is upstairs, the Sea Bean cafe is downstairs.

Exterior of 225 Fourth Ave, 'Seward Commercial Co', now Sauerdough Lodging.

Exterior of 225 Fourth Ave, 'Seward Commercial Co', now Sauerdough Lodging.

interior of the Sea Bean cafe where your breakfast awaits you.

interior of the Sea Bean cafe where your breakfast awaits you.

Another view of the interior of the Sea Bean.

Another view of the interior of the Sea Bean.

The start of the Mt. Marathon race, held every 4th of July.

The start of the Mt. Marathon race, held every 4th of July.

Seward's boat harbor, with a cruise ship in port.

Seward's boat harbor, with a cruise ship in port.

Aialik glacier, in Kenai Fjords National Park. Accessible via tourboat.

Aialik glacier, in Kenai Fjords National Park. Accessible via tourboat.

Per night (USD) $175
  • BedroomsStudio
  • Sleeps4

Photos and Description of the Seward vacation apartment rental
Studio Apartment With Mountain Views, Close To Beach And Restaurants

Built in 1907 by William Sauers, the Sauerdough Lodging building has served many purposes over the years. It originally housed the Seward Commercial Co. general store, with a town meeting hall upstairs. During the Roaring ’20s, the building was used as a brothel. It is presently the home of The Sea Bean café downstairs and our charming rental apartments upstairs.

Our five apartments are beautifully restored, with original hardwood floors, clawfoot tubs, original built-in cabinetry, high ceilings and vintage kitchens with modern appliances. In a town that was hit hard by the 1964 earthquake, few original buildings have stood the test of time, and fewer still feature such comfortable accommodations. We offer our guests the unique opportunity to experience Seward’s history without sacrificing any of the conveniences you expect while traveling.

This listing is for Apartment 2- 'The Sleeper'

Located on the north side of our building, this studio apartment has great views of Mount Marathon and other peaks behind Seward. Its high ceilings, built-in bathroom cabinetry and clawfoot tub give the flat its vintage charm, while the modern appliances, high speed internet and 32” flatscreen TV ensure all the comforts of the present day. This apartment sleeps 4, and has a queen-size bed with 400 thread count sheets, fluffy pillows, and a duvet to keep you warm at night, and a queen-size futon for extra guests. Wake up and cook breakfast in the kitchen, or head downstairs for a complimentary breakfast ($5 voucher per adult, per night) at The Sea Bean cafe, where you can sit on a couch with your latte, and watch the town come to life.

Key features:

-Studio, 1 bath

-250 square feet of living space

-Fully equipped kitchen (no dishwasher)

-Queen-size bed with 400 thread count sheets and a duvet

-32' flatscreen TV with cable

-Free high speed wireless internet

-Futon (queen) in the living room

-Sleeps 4 total

*Please note- rental price is for double occupancy. Extra adults over 18 are an additional $15 per night. Kids 18 and under are free.

*Feel free to view our other listings on VRBO too! Search for property numbers 469939, 469940, and 469942.

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About Matt or Meredith Hershock

We moved to Seward in 2003, and fell in love with the town. We bought the 'Seward Commercial Co' building in 2005 and currently operate The Sea Bean cafe on the first floor, and have nightly rentals on the second floor. We now have two children, and can't think of a better place to live and raise our family!

Matt or Meredith Hershock purchased this apartment in 2005
Why Matt or Meredith Hershock chose Seward

We both came from larger cities with plenty of historic character, and that was the one thing we felt was missing from Alaska (understandably!) When the opportunity presented itself to buy this property, we jumped on it, since we both love old buildings so much. Owning such a rare and unique property in Alaska is very rewarding.

What makes this apartment unique

The building was built in 1907, and boasts Seward's first push button electric light switch (according to legend...you can now view it in the main hallway). There are 5 beautiful apartments located in it, featuring hardwood floors in most, tin moulding in the front apt, 10-foot ceilings, glass-fronted kitchen cabinets, and clawfoot tubs. This building has a colorful past, from its start as a meeting hall and general store to a brothel in the '20s. Its central location downtown makes it ideal for riding bikes and hiking as well.

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Seward apartment rental - Living area

Living area

Sleeping area

Sleeping area

Another view of the bed

Another view of the bed

view from bed looking towards kitchen

view from bed looking towards kitchen

futon

futon

kitchen

kitchen

door on the right leads to the bathroom

door on the right leads to the bathroom

bathroom

bathroom

Gorgeous, original tin molding leading to the upstairs units.

Gorgeous, original tin molding leading to the upstairs units.

Unit is upstairs, the Sea Bean cafe is downstairs.

Unit is upstairs, the Sea Bean cafe is downstairs.

Exterior of 225 Fourth Ave, 'Seward Commercial Co', now Sauerdough Lodging.

Exterior of 225 Fourth Ave, 'Seward Commercial Co', now Sauerdough Lodging.

interior of the Sea Bean cafe where your breakfast awaits you.

interior of the Sea Bean cafe where your breakfast awaits you.

Another view of the interior of the Sea Bean.

Another view of the interior of the Sea Bean.

The start of the Mt. Marathon race, held every 4th of July.

The start of the Mt. Marathon race, held every 4th of July.

Seward's boat harbor, with a cruise ship in port.

Seward's boat harbor, with a cruise ship in port.

Aialik glacier, in Kenai Fjords National Park. Accessible via tourboat.

Aialik glacier, in Kenai Fjords National Park. Accessible via tourboat.

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Nearest Airport : Seward Airport at 3 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Whittier at 100 Miles
Nearest Train : Alaska Railroad terminal at 2 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Seward Highway at 0.1 Miles
Nearest Beach : Kenai Fjords National Park at 0.1 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Seward Alehouse at 0.1 Miles
Nearest Ski : Cross country skiing in various locations
Nearest Golf : Soldotna at 90 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : The Sea Bean
Car: not necessary

The 'Seward Commercial Co.' building, built in 1907, is located in downtown Seward, one block from the Alaska SeaLife Center. The ocean front (which has a bike path that goes all the way to the harbor), is 2 blocks from us, and hiking trails on Mt. Marathon are a short 5-minute walk away. Hiking, biking, boating, fishing, kayaking and wildlife viewing are all accessible on foot from our location.

Parking is available on-street in front of our building, with an overflow lot behind us. A free shuttle runs on the half hour in the summer season, making it easy to stay here and never need a car.

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Vacation Rental agreement will be emailed to you with confirmation of booking. This will need to be signed and emailed/faxed back to us within 48 hours in order to complete your reservation.
Tax Rate 11.0%

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (USD) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting owner when booking.
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation apartment rental in Seward, Alaska

Property Type:
  • apartment
  • floor 2
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 300 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Ocean View ...
    Our building is 2 blocks from the ocean!
  • Mountain View ...
    Seward is nestled in a fjord, surrounded on three sides by beautiful mountains
Theme:
  • Adventure
  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Historic
  • Tourist Attractions
General:
  • Heating
  • Internet ...
    high speed wireless internet available
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Parking ...
    parking is available on street, with an overflow lot behind our building if needed.
  • Living Room
Kitchen:
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Toaster
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 2 people
Bedrooms:
  • Studio, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 2 queen
  • Super comfy queen-size bed with luxury linens and duvet. Queen futon also available for extra guests.
Entertainment:
  • Television
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Games
  • Books
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets not allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    18
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions:
  • churches
  • library
  • marina
  • playground
  • restaurants
  • health/beauty spa
  • cinemas
  • museums
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • whale watching
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • boating
  • sledding
  • wildlife viewing
  • horseback riding
Local Services & Businesses:
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
  • fitness center
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • snowmobiling
  • deepsea fishing
  • fly fishing
  • ice skating
  • mountain climbing
  • mountaineering
  • roller blading
  • sound/bay fishing
  • kayaking
  • sailing
  • cycling
  • mountain biking
  • cross country skiing
  • snowboarding
  • hiking
  • fishing
  • hunting
  • rock climbing
  • racquetball
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