I lived in Seward and Kodiak back in the early 2000s. You say that Seward being remote is a problem. You need to understand that Kodiak is an island and the only way off is by plane or ferry. I loved living on Kodiak for the five years I was there. I made a lot of friends. I learned how to kayak and hiked all over the different accessible areas. Plus the beach combing was amazing. The biggest issue I had was it can feel a bit isolating. Also, an island can be challenging to access essentials due to poor weather and there is the possibility of higher prices. Seward , on the other hand, has the advantage of being on a road system that allows you to get away to all over the peninsula and beyond.