Title: East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113741400/113741328/37f580cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113741400/113741328/0c52386b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113741400/113741328/56a4371f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113741400/113741328/88d2ae30_edited_bd2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113750000/113741400/113741328/c706cec0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views East End Swell – Ground-Level Comfort with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views Nestled just below East End Summit (upstairs apartment), East End Swell (downstairs apartment) offers a serene, 1,000-square-foot retreat with sweeping views of Kachemak Bay, the surrounding mountains, and distant glaciers. This thoughtfully designed downstairs apartment blends comfort, function, and style—ideal for couples, families, or travelers seeking a peaceful base for their Alaskan adventure. The open-concept living space features high-end appliances, a fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable accommodations for up to six guests. Step out onto the private patio to take in the quiet beauty of the bay and mountain landscape. A dedicated freezer is available for storing your fresh catch, and the pull-through driveway provides easy access with plenty of room for boats and trailers. Whether you're fishing, hiking, or exploring Homer’s galleries and cafes, East End Swell offers a welcoming, well-appointed home base to return to at day’s end. Traveling with a group? 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Homer - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=105766438&PinnedHotelID=105766438&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Please leave used beds un-made, used towels in bathroom, dishes cleaned, & place bagged garbage in outside large can (no loose trash). Leave cleaning to us & enjoy every last minute of your vaca!!! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules PLEASE READ THE BINDER ON SITE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT HEAT AND WATER USE. THANK YOU SO MUCH! :) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=59.691483,-151.37344&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7BjjkJ%7Eb%7Cz%5B%3F%5D%3F%5D%40a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a%40%3F%5D%3F_%40&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DPjO6aF5-X-wNlQ6ukTp6iRUk88=) Fritz Creek, AK #### What's nearby - Homer Spit - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles - Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles - Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles - Wynn Nature Center - 19 min drive - 10.7 miles - Homer Harbor - 21 min drive - 11.5 miles #### Getting around - Homer, AK (HOM) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Boat Yard Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Wasabi's Bistro - ‬4 min drive - ‪Water Rudders - ‬13 min drive - ‪Homer Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive - ‪K-Bay Caffé & Roasting Co. - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views located? > Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Homer Golf Course and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kilcher Homestead and Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead. Homer Spit and Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## East End Swell - NEW- DOWNSTAIRS Retreat with Ocean, Mountain & Glacier Views Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 16 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### K J. 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful stay! House is well stocked and beautiful. The owners communicated quickly and left some yummy treats for us to enjoy. ##### K J. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brent B. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The East End Swell is a great spot to stay. The view of Kachemak Bay is wonderful. The quality of this new build is very good. It was a very well equipped and fully stocked kitchen. Jackie was very responsive in communicating and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there! ##### Brent B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth C. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful Homer Accommodations We were quite impressed with the above and beyond details provided at this property. From Dawn Powerwash to Olive oil, soft towels and linens, this house was the best place we stayed in Alaska. Jackie, our host, was easy to communicate with and responsive with messages. The view of the mountains was spectacular. We even saw a moose in the backyard We want to come back someday! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/57647997-066f-4ac3-8787-e4a5d582596a-1750545648099.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Beth C. 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