Frequently-asked Questions
How do we get to the cottages?
We recommend that guests call us from Homer on their arrival. It's just a local call. Tell us what air or water carrier you're using, and when you're scheduled to arrive in Seldovia. We'll pick your party and luggage up in the Seaport "limo."
Do the cottages have running water?
Yes, they're plumbed with our good, clear mountain water and all the usual fixtures. Each cottage has its own water heater, providing lots of hot water for baths and showers.
Are the cottages heated?
Yes. The cottages each have Monitor stove heat or wall-mounted propane heaters. We'll be happy to show you how to operate the heater in your cottage.
What do we need to bring?
The kitchens are complete with pots, pans, utensils, coffemakers, complimentary coffee and tea, refrigerators, cooking stoves with ovens. The beds are cozy with Egyptian cotton sheets and quilts. The bathrooms have plenty of clean towels. You may wish to bring along a cooler of food, but you can purchase most ordinary items at either of our two grocery stores. And don't forget Seldovia has a great assortment of restaurants, from gourmet dining to coffee shops to take-out sandwiches.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes, with a $20 per stay non-refundable pet service charge. Please let us know, when you make your reservation, that you will be accompanied by your dog. Because we occasionally have other dogs in residence, your dog will be more comfortable visiting if he is social and friendly.
Where are you located?
We're on Shoreline Drive, which runs north from the bridge along Seldovia Slough. This puts us aproximately 3 blocks from Main Street and the harbor, about 6 blocks from the ferry terminal, and maybe a half mile by road from the airport. Would a map help?
What if I get sick or hurt while I'm visiting?
Seldovia has emergency rescue services (ambulance, police and fire)—just dial 911 like anywhere else. We also have our own MD-staffed clinic, complete with x-ray machine. Serious cases are just a short plane or helicoptor ride away from South Peninsula Hospital in Homer. One thing Seldovia doesn't have, however, is a pharmacy. Please be sure you bring enough of any necessary prescriptions to last you through your stay.
Okay, so what is there to do once I'm in Seldovia?
First of all, kick back, slow down, and enjoy life at a quiet, old-fashioned pace. Walk around town. Look at our spectacular scenery and wildlife. Hike our trails, either the in-town Otterbahn, the more challenging Rocky Ridge Trail that provides spectacular views of the village, the bay and Cook Inlet, or out in the really rugged high country. Hunt or fish. In the winter, we have great snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowmachining. Go beachcombing, or learn about the fascinating creatures of the intertidal zones. Bring your camera—there are great photos everywhere you look, just waiting to be captured. Or join many famous Alaskan artists (like Bryon Birdsall, Sidney Lawrence and Jean Shadrach) and paint or sketch Seldovian scenes. Sit in a park on the historic old boardwalk, enjoy the summer flowers, and breath the fresh, clear air. In late June, come down to the bridge and watch the fun: kids vs king salmon in snagging season. Catch a concert or an art show. Take a picnic lunch to the beach. Shop, visit a museum, or read up on the history of this little slice of Alaska.
Where can I find out more about Seldovia?
Right here.