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THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE

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Exterior
Smart TV
Interior
The SEA SHANTY, in Homer's Old Town District, offers a serene ocean view from its private decks. Stroll to local coffee shops and galleries or relax with wildlife visitors like moose and rabbits. Unwind in one of two living rooms or enjoy table games, puzzles, and books.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE

The SEA SHANTY is a lovely 2 story HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE, located in Homer's Old Town District within easy walking distance to several coffee shops, bakery, galleries, creperie, restaurants, and THE BEACH! Private location with 2 decks and an ocean view. Set back from the street, the yard is visited by the local wildlife...moose, rabbits, sandhill cranes and, pheasants. The upper level has a second living room with a TV and Space for two sleeping pads on the floor
For a total of sleeping 6 ..The view from the upper deck takes in Kachemak Bay, the mountain range across the bay, Grewingk Glacier, Beluga Slough, and Augustine Volcano. Each bedroom has a queen bed. There is a full bathroom on each floor. The cottage has an assortment of table games, puzzles, and books. This cottage is pet-friendly for pre-approved pets. The pet fee is $35/stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: $500 CHARGE IF SMOKING OCCURS INDOORS

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
$500 CHARGE IF SMOKING OCCURS INDOORS

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

The Sea Shanty A Homer Seaside
THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE Homer
THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Homer, this holiday home is near the beach. Homer Harbor and Homer Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Pratt Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Bishop's Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Homer Spit - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪River Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Captains Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Alice's Champagne Palace - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps away from Bunnell Street Arts Center and Bunnell Street Gallery. Bishop's Beach and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

THE SEA SHANTY - A HOMER SEASIDE COTTAGE Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homer

Easy oticess and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful Location and good communication with the property manager. We stayed at this property one year ago and it was definitely cleaner this year except for many cigarette butts in flower pots on both porches even though this is a non-smoking property. The sea shanty is close to historic downtown restaurants and bakeries and is very quiet at night. A short walk to the beach and a short drive to the Homer spit makes this a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Such a cute and comfortable place and a great location! We all enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location! Location! Location!

We loved staying at the Sea Shanty - Homer Seaside Cottages. Our cottage exceeded our expectations and the location which is very close to Bishop's Beach was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and comfortable

The property was very enjoyable and the top balcony had a nice view. We were a short walk away from good restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation in Homer

We had a wonderful stay at the Sea Shanty! Loved being so close to the water and within walking distance to bakeries and restaurants. We even got to see a moose snacking right by the house! Accommodations were great, we would love to come back someday! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Second time staying at Homer Seaside Cottages. Stayed in the Sea Shanty cottage, which is stocked with everything needed for a comfortable stay. The location can't be beat - short walk to Bishop's Beach, and minutes away from Espresso shop, restaurants, and Two Sisters Bakery. Connie is a perfect host and very accommodating. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katriina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea Shanty Homer Fun

Loved our stay at the Sea Shanty. The location is ideal for walking to the beach or enjoying yummy local food establishments. Small hiccup with a foldout couch that Connie quickly addressed even on a holiday weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great small house near water

House was well outfitted and in good shape. Worked well for couple and one other. Walkable to beach with water views dron second floor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sporting even

Friend and I in for the weekend to play some sports and enjoy the town. Did not disappoint as always and the sea shanty was perfect. Clean, quiet and gorgeous surroundings. It had all we needed for fun and relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in a town like no other.

We had a wonderful three night stay. This was the perfect location and a perfect place to stay just outside of Homer Spit. Walking distance of Bishop’s beach. Communication and getting in and out of the cottage were very easy. Clean rooms, bathrooms, hot showers, great views and stocked kitchen. My family loved our stay. We’ve already discussed coming back and booking again Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

STAY HERE!!!!

We are two couples and absolutely LOVED our stay here!!! BEAUTIFULLY renovated with countless adorable accents!!! IMMACULATE!!! Perfect location!!! So very charming and outfitted with all you need. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! Thank you to these wonderful hosts for sharing this GEM!!! We would stay here again FOR SURE!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jeff and NIck go to Homer

Good job, well done, small problem w/BBQ but no big deal I have several RE rentals and recognize good management when I see itl. Thanks Connie. jm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homer gem

My granddaughter and I spent three nights at the Sea Shanty and it had everything we needed! The kitchen was spacious and had every tool necessary for dining in. Each bedroom had its own bath and we thorough enjoyed the living room and outside space. Morning coffee on the upstairs deck was the perfect way to start the day with chirping birds and bay views. We couldn’t have asked for a more awesome place to call home. Thank you, Connie, for your welcome and directions for an easy checkout. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So glad I stayed at Sea Shanty

First of all the host is wonderful. I had excellent communication and directions of where to park, etc. She checked to make sure all was going well. And she went above and beyond when I left a camera charger and battery. She made sure to look for it multiple times, which I appreciated greatly. Now about the rental, it's really nice. It has plenty of room, was clean, and is in a good, safe, location, within walking distance of plenty of places and a very short drive to anything else in Homer. The kitchen had what we needed to make our breakfasts each morning. The upper balcony was a plus. It was wonderful to sit out and look at the mountains and you can even see Kachemak Bay. Don't hesitate to book this when in Homer, you won't regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing access

Two couples were very comfortable. Upstairs was a nice deck to enjoy the evening. Living room was upstairs too with a TV but we didn’t really utilize that with a great view preferred.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Great place -perfect location. We enjoyed the noise family in the back yard and the bald eagles. Went fishing and cooked up our catch and enjoyed the wildlife!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Great location we enjoyed staying in old town Homer. Close to several good restaurants and bakeries. Clean and comfortable. Looking forward to our next stay😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another fabulous stay at the Sea Shanty

We love the Sea Shanty. It’s a very comfortable place to stay with beautiful views and the location close to Bishop’s Beach, Bunnell Gallery, and down town Homer can’t be beat!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison M., Eagle River, AK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasantly Surprised

We were very comfortable with 4 adults in the LaSerena. The cottage is well equipped for cooking and fit all of our needs over Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

carla b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Home was everything we needed, loved easy access to beach, saw moose from our porch. ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place, location and views! Would stay again

Easy process and access. I would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B., Anchorage

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feeling at home in Homer

This place was perfect for our stay. Very clean and cozy. Close to several restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sea shanty

Is amazing!!! A must stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Homer Getaway Rental

The Sea Shanty is a great value for a Homer vacation. The cottage was exactly as advertised and a perfect size for my family of five. The property was very clean, up-to-date, and had just about everything needed for our stay. The location is fantastic. It’s a short walk to the beach, coffee and bakeries, and great dining options. Check in/arrival process was simple and efficient. Highly recommended. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022