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Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1

Cottage in Healy with kitchen and patio

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Located 14 miles north of Denali National Park's visitor center, The Cottage at Dry Creek offers a serene Alaskan retreat. Unwind in the spacious living room with a sleeper sofa and large picture windows offering views of the surrounding wildlife, including moose and lynx.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1

The Cottage at Dry Creek - An All-Season Getaway.

Located 14 miles north of the visitor center of Denali National Park, this newly built two bedrooms, one bath cottage accommodates four people comfortably. Each bedroom has queen size bed with a memory foam mattress, quality linens, a nice size closet, full size dresser and night stands with USB equipped lamps to charge your phones and portable computer devices.

Each bedroom has a ceiling fan for summer days and thermal black-out curtains for those short summer nights. The bathroom has double sinks, a tiled walk-in shower and great water pressure. Body wash, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion and a hair dryer are provided for your convenience. Hand and bath towels are provided and will be changed every three days if your plans including 5 or more days.

The cottage is equipped with a full size stacked washer and dryer along with laundry detergent and fabric softener for your use. An iron and ironing board are also available in the cottage.

The kitchen includes a full size refrigerator with filtered water and ice maker; an electric stove, convection oven and microwave as well as a dishwasher.
The counter area has seating for six and a dining table has 2 additional chairs. The Cottage’s small appliances include a coffee maker, toaster, tea pot, blender, electric hand mixer, waffle maker, rice cooker/steamer and a full complement of pots, pans and baking dishes.
You’ll have all the needed cooking utensils to cook a simple meal or a gourmet feast if you choose. The kitchen has a full assortment of everyday spices, condiments in the refrigerator and a variety of sweeteners for your included coffee and tea. Service for six of flatware, dishes and glassware will make serving any meal a pleasure.

So you can enjoy the wonderful Alaskan outdoors while you’re our guest “The Cottage at Dry Creek” has a spacious covered 26ft by 8ft wide deck equipped with a gas barbeque grill and dining table. The hand-railed staircase and deck allows you watch the awe inspiring sunrises and sunsets. From September to March the deck is an excellent viewing area to watch and photograph the Northern Lights. If you feel a chill, you can still enjoy the view from the comfort of the living room looking through the patio door and large picture windows. Moose, lynx, red fox and rabbits can frequently be seen in the surrounding area.

The living room has a sleeper sofa, love seat, end tables with lamps and a 65” High Definition Television. You’ll be able to enjoy watching a variety of specialty television apps as well as satellite television with local Alaskan channels so you can always be informed of the changing weather. With windows throughout the living room, kitchen and dining areas, a large ceiling fan will provide that fresh, open air feeling.

For the winter vacationer, when entering the cottage, you’ll pass through an arctic vestibule where you can remove your coats, jackets and shoes. Upon entering you’ll find the cottage is well insulated and equipped with a Toyo heater as well as baseboard electric heaters in the bedrooms and bathroom, if you need a little extra warmth.

Outside outlets and extension cords are available for your vehicle in the event a “plug in” is required.




The Cottage @ Dry Creek is:
912 sq ft of interior space
208 sq ft of covered patio
Two bedrooms and one bath
Full size fully equipped kitchen
Full size washer-dryer
Wi-Fi and Internet
LTE/ 5G in the surrounding area
Gas Barbeque Grill.

The cottage will accommodate 4 adults comfortably.
The living room has a sleeper sofa. This is a good option for vacationers who don’t mind having the one or two additional guests.

We have strict no smoking policy and no pet policy in the cottage and on the property.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cottage
Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
Healy, AK

What's nearby

  • Tri-Valley Community Library - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Black Diamond Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Wilderness Access Center - 23 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 25 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Stampede Trailhead - 32 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Diamond Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪49th State Brewing Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Totem Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Alaskan Coffee Bean - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Outpost Bar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1 located?

Situated in Healy, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Tri-Valley Community Library and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Black Diamond Golf Course. Antler Ridge Trail and Kantishna Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Now taking reservations for 2026-2027 season at " The Cottage at Dry Creek" #1 Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay. Clean and quiet and close to grocery store
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place to stay. It was just right.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audra B.

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

Great stay near Denali National Park

We really enjoyed the property. The pictures represented the property well and it was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and extra helpful owners for guiding direction to location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. The hosts were great with great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful!! It was peaceful and scenic. The cabin had everything we needed and very comfortable!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Great cabin near Denali

We enjoyed staying at the cabin very much. The location was good, and we had everything we needed. The cabin itself was great - we couldn't have asked for anything better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely and clean home near Denali National Park. We have taken many trips with our family of six and this is one of the best places we’ve ever stayed! It was stocked with everything we needed, was cute, comfortable and had plenty of space to hang out. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess A.

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

Great place to stay!

We loved our stay at Dry Creek! David's place is beautiful & his communication was excellent! It's on our list to stay at again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The owners give really great detailed directions for how to find it since it is a little bit near the edge of the grid. But that is a huge part of the charm! It is so quiet and beautiful and peaceful. The house is spotless and full of all the amenities described. We would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

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

Perfect

Beautiful location complete with a moose visit. They provide everything you need to get your stay started. Kitchen is well stocked and plenty of linens provided. It was a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed property. Beautiful vistas from the back porch. So comfortable. And very close to Denali National Park. Perfect for our girls getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay! Beautiful home with everything that you need! David, the host, very responsive to questions and problems. Loved waking up our first morning to a momma moose and 2 little ones in the backyard. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

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

Perfect Healy Stay

This rental is perfect base for exploring the Healy/Denali area. Super clean and kitchen is loaded. Plenty of space for 2 adults and 2 teens. Very secluded… even saw a moose stroll by out back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Beautiful cottage!

We loved our stay at the cottage! Everything was in pristine condition with abundant kitchen supplies. Beautiful views out the back deck. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie D.

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

great stay

Great place to stay. The provide all the little extras for you. Conidments, spices, toilet paper etc. Pots and pans are vrey nice. All the little extras were appreciated. Hightly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfortable. Maybe the most well-stocked VRBO I have ever stayed in with kitchen essentials. The cabin is tucked away and private except for the cabin next door with a nice view of the mountains. Denali National Park is about 15-20 minutes away but the town of Healy does not offer much. Communication with the hosts was very good. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

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

PERFECTION!!

This cottage has everything you need and more! The location is just up the road from the Denali National Park entrance. They have thought of everything....can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay. Perfect for a relaxing night on the deck after a long day at the park. Will definitely recommend the cottage to any friends and would stay there again (if we make it back to Alaska)!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Trent L.

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

Beautiful location

Excellent location to explore Denali. Generous hosts. The only issue was the heater was a bit of a challenge in the main room. Saw northern lights off of the porch and bedroom window.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage at Dry Creek was better than advertised. It was clean, comfortable, well appointed and well thought out. The kitchen was well stocked and we had everything we needed to prepare meals. The hosts provided a couple of coolers, bear and bug spray and literature on local attractions/restaurants. Best of all it had a beautiful view to that could be enjoyed from the couch, breakfast table or back porch. We were there to visit Denali National Park and the park was just an easy 20 minute drive away. Shannon and David's cottage was was a great choice for us and we highly recommend it for your trip to the Denali/Healy area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great place, quiet nice setting. Everything you could want in the house. Great kitchen and laundry.

Great place easy to rent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa V.

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

Trip to Denali

Wonderful off the beaten path accommodations! Awesome place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marin T.

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

Great location, beautiful view!

This cabin is a great home base for exploring Denali. It’s around 20 minutes from the park entrance. There is a grocery store 3 minutes away and 49th State Brewing is also just a couple of minutes away (great place to eat). It’s very easy to find/well-marked. There are two cabins right next to each other, but the porch is positioned such that you get a private view (of mountains!) and don’t see the neighbors. The cabin has everything you need even bear spray, guidebooks, and ziploc bags! It really feels like the hosts care that you have a good trip. The only downside was the second bedroom was a tad cramped for two adults. It worked just fine, but it would be more ideal for kids. Overall a really wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Forrest G.

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

Great stay!

We had a great stay! Being so close to the park was great and we got to see a mama moose and her baby go through the back yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Great location to explore Denali

Beautiful views. Well stocked. Excellent location to explore the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024