Original Yurt Ecolodge Package #3

Stay at our wilderness ecolodge located in the Kenai Fjords! We offer oceanfront yurt lodging on our property that is surrounded by the Alaskan wilderness. Activities of sea kayaking and hiking are included! Our secluded location is accessible only by boat from Seward, Alaska. We provide boat transportation for all guests. The boat trip is about 40 minutes each way - look for wildlife like whales, otters, eagles, sea lions, and more! This entire experience is included in your nightly rate. The space Shearwater Cove is a secluded ecolodge 10 miles by water from Seward, Alaska. Shearwater Cove is home to 7 yurts: 3 Premier Yurts (see our Premier Yurt Ecolodge Package #5, #6, #7 listings) and 4 Original Yurts. Each yurt has sleeping arrangements for up to 4 people, a small kitchen for preparing meals, and a private shower and composting toilet. Every single yurt has an oceanfront view! Each Original Yurt has a queen bed and a full size sofa bed. All linens, pillows, and blankets are provided. Each Original Yurt has a private outdoor bathroom on its deck with a shower and composting toilet. Bath towels and earth-friendly shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and hand soap are provided. Each yurt has a small kitchen outfitted with a propane stove top, sink with hot running water, drinking water, pots, pans and cutlery, olive oil, basic cooking spices, coffee and tea, a french press, and an ice chest. Please note that there is no food service on-site at Shearwater Cove. Guests must shop for food for the duration of their stay prior to boarding our boat in the Seward harbor. Ask us about our food prep add-on option so that you don't have to shop for groceries on vacation! A stay at Shearwater Cove begins by meeting our water taxi in the Seward Small Boat Harbor. During the 40 minute boat ride to Shearwater Cove, keep an eye out for marine wildlife including whales, sea otters, eagles, sea lions, and so much more! Our comfortable boats have both indoor seating and outdoor viewing decks. Upon arrival at Shearwater Cove guests are greeted by our on-site host and given an orientation about their yurt, the sea kayaks, and our hiking trails. Guests have access to hiking trails on the surrounding property and can explore the neighboring coves and islands in sea kayaks at their leisure. Guided kayaking sessions are available for an additional charge. If anyone in your group is new to kayaking or wants to learn more about the wildlife and natural history of the Kenai Fjords, send us a message requesting a guided kayaking session. Shearwater Cove is entirely off the grid and we are proud of the heating, hot running water, and composting toilet systems that provide the creature comforts of home. The one amenity not available to Original Yurt guests is electricity. We recommend bringing a small battery pack for charging devices. Battery powered lanterns are provided, although additional lighting is often not necessary with Alaska's midnight sun! Phone service at Shearwater Cove is unreliable at best and completely inaccessible from inside the yurts themselves. This is your chance to unplug, disconnect from the modern world, and reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with your travel companions. Satellite internet is on-site for staff use and emergencies. There are several flights of stairs from the dock at Shearwater Cove to each yurt so please keep this in mind as you pack. We highly recommend soft luggage/backpacks for easy carrying. We understand that people often spend a few weeks in Alaska and may be traveling with a lot of luggage, so we encourage guests to sort through their belongings and bring only what they will need while at the yurts. We have never had a theft issue with guests storing extra luggage in their car in the designated public parking lot for the duration of their stay. However, if you do not have a car or if you are not comfortable leaving valuables in your car, contact Orange Bike Delivery about their luggage storage service. We are able to store only small amounts of luggage with advance notice. Guest access SEA KAYAKING! Guests have unlimited access to sea kayaks and the associated gear for exploring the incredible coastline of the Kenai Fjords that surrounds Shearwater Cove. During the boat ride to Shearwater Cove our captain will show you the best kayaking destinations and offer tips on the ideal times to visit each destination. Our on-site host will also provide a full orientation to the kayaks and gear when you arrive, and is available to help as you gear up. We encourage guests to book a 2+ night stay to take advantage of this huge kayaking value and to immerse in the setting of the Kenai Fjords. Guided kayaking sessions are available for an additional charge. If anyone in your group is new to kayaking or wants to learn more about the wildlife and natural history of the Kenai Fjords, send us a message requesting a guided kayaking session. The sessions are 2.5-3 hours long and are an additional $75 per person. HIKING! Shearwater Cove has 3 trails that depart directly from the yurts. Each trail is under a mile in length and vary in difficulty. The Alpine Trail leads to an expansive overlook of Resurrection Bay and the Gulf of Alaska. The trail is very steep and can be muddy if it has been raining. Even so, the Alpine Trail is a guest favorite for the sweeping views. The Forest Trail is an easy walk through the old-growth coastal forest. The South Beach Trail leads to a hidden rocky beach that is perfect for evening drinks, tide pooling, and marine wildlife viewing. WATERFRONT PAVILION! All guests have access to the waterfront pavilion which is built on the dock right next to the water's edge. The pavilion has chairs and tables for relaxing, sharing meals, or mingling with other guests. The pavilion was completed in 2023 and has quickly become a guest favorite for enjoying the scenery and watching wildlife. Other things to note **IMPORTANT CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT INFORMATION** Upon confirmation of your reservation, you will receive a message containing your specific check-in and check-out times. Check-in times to meet our boat in the Seward harbor are either 10am or 12pm. Check-out times from your yurt are either 8:30am or 11:00am. Times are determined based on existing reservations and the number of people who are arriving and departing each day. The water taxi ride is about 45 minutes each way. Feel free to message us prior to booking to inquire what your check-in and check-out times will be for a specific date. If you require a later check-in time, we can accommodate custom check-in times for an additional water taxi fee starting at $300. We are available by phone and email for any questions prior to your stay. Upon confirmation of your reservation, you will receive specific details of where to park, where to meet, and recommended things to bring. **Guests that are 30+ minutes late for their check-in time ("no show") will be cancelled and will not be refunded for their stay. Please call us if you are running late.** While planning activities following check-out from the yurts, please give yourself an extra 1-2 hours of wiggle room. Shearwater Cove is a remote location that is only accessible by boat. Weather conditions may delay or slow the ride back to town. Give yourself extra time to transition into your next activity/destination so that in the case of delay you do not miss your next activity or stress about time. Much of the beauty and awesome experience of Shearwater Cove is due to its being removed from modern society. Please remember that travel time to and from these types of places can vary because of that wonderful quality. Staying at Shearwater Cove is a high-value experience with significant savings compared to doing each activity individually. We provide an authentic, small group Alaskan experience tucked away from the tourist crowds. Our nightly rate includes your round trip transportation on our exclusive water taxi vessel. Our price reflects the added value of this scenic 40 minute tour of the Kenai Fjords en route to Shearwater Cove. There are no roads to the property so all guests must arrive by boat. Our prices also reflect the added value of the sea kayaking and hiking activities. Due to the inherent risks of boat transportation and remote lodging, all guests will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Risks and Release of Liabilities Form prior to trip departure. If you need somewhere to stay close to town in Seward, check out our host profile to find our Modern Cabin with Hot Tub listing that is a short 10 minute drive from downtown Seward. A stay at this cabin pairs well on either end of a stay in one of our yurts!