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Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes

Lakefront holiday home with fitness centre and Hot tub

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Consider a stay at Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes and take advantage of a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a gym.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes

This is our fourth year doing VRBO and we are looking forward to meeting you. The house is special for many reasons; read our reviews and hear from others. If privacy and outdoor charm are important to you; this is the place for you! We built this home and take pride in the details, down to the art work in each of the 4 bedrooms. The master bedroom has french doors that open to a deck that is a perfect for taking in coffee at sunrise. The Caribou Room, Goat Room, and Whale room have wonderful views and are set apart from the Master Bedroom. Our reviews rate our private setting, evenings around the fire pit and wide porches as our best amenities. Book your Alaskan get-away and see what the good life in Alaska has to offer.

Beautiful and peaceful wrapped in a truly Alaskan ambiance. Sit on a covered front porch and watch moose waltz across the park-like lawn. More than 2 1/2 acres of peaceful, quiet solitude. You are on your own on the mid-hillside area of Anchorage literally within 10 minutes of all the hiking, shopping and fine dining you or your guests can enjoy. Secluded backyard fire pit patio and huge wraparound front porch. Watch the chickens meander around and grab fresh eggs every morning. Enjoy the wildlife mounted inside including brown bear, caribou, king salmon and Alaskan mountain goat. World-class hiking, mountain biking and running trails across the street at Hilltop recreation area.

* 5 Minutes from the Alaska Zoo
* 5 Minutes from Anchorage's Premier Golf Course
* 10 Minutes from Anchorage's Largest Shopping District
* 15 Minutes from Anchorage International Airport
* 15 Minutes from Downtown Anchorage
* 10 Minutes from Flattop Mt. - Anchorage's favorite Mt. Hiking Trail

If you're coming to Alaska, why not live like a real Alaskan ? Owners are born and raised in the Great Land and eager to share the stupendous sights and surrounding activities of Anchorage, north to Denali or south to the epic fishing on the Kenai Peninsula.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Golfing 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

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 28

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

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

About the area

Map
Anchorage, AK

What's nearby

  • Hillside Park - 15 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hilltop Ski Area - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Alaska Regional Hospital - 18 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 45 min drive - 74.6 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 15 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Long Branch Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes located?

Located in Hillside, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Hilltop Ski Area, Alaska Zoo and Chugach State Park. Williwaw Lakes Trail and Anchorage Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Alaskan lodge-like living - 15 min to city - 5 min to great hikes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alan M., Lino Lakes

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

Home

Traveling from Fairbanks by train for a week, stopping in Denali then Talkeetna its been great to call one place home for a week. Fantastic place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J.

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

Family home

It was a great place to stay. The location was perfect. Enjoyed the chickens and great eggs. House was very clean. Works highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyla D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to access all Anchorage has to offer. Great neighborhood and a cool house with lots of personal touches to look at and enjoy. Yard is great for kids to play, areas to sit outside and enjoy coffee or drinks in the evening.We stayed here with another family and it easily accommodated our large group for a few nights. The owner is great to communicate with and very neighborly. Felt very homey and I would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Pre cruise trip with 8

Wonderful property. Easy to get around Anchorage. Kim was very accommodating. Definitely a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda h.

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

Perfect!

Wonderful place. Will definitely be back! Lots of memories were made. Loved the chickens and fresh eggs. Check in/check out process was easy. Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Fantastic home for a memorable family vacation!

We loved this home and location. It was perfect for our family of nine. It is spacious, clean, wonderfully decorated, and well stocked. The children enjoyed playing basketball and the toys that were there for them to play with. Our grandchildren LOVED the chickens! Oh the memories we took home with us. It was lovely meeting Kim! We highly recommend staying here. We are grateful for their great hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

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

Love Alaska

This was our 2nd visit to Alaska but our 1st renting a property. We could not have asked for a better property to rent and host. The property made you feel like you were home. You never lacked for anything with added bonuses of fresh eggs and sitting by the fire pit at night. Jim & Kim thank you for sharing your home!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and host were amazing! There was a slight miscommunication when arriving and things were not quite ready but didn’t delay check in too much. Fire pit location and house layout made it easy for families to enjoy while the young ones went to bed. After a long day of traveling, a basketball hoop and a kid friendly room assisted in the transition and made bed time easier. Would recommend for anyone traveling to Anchorage and conveniently located close to the zoo.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home for large groups. Enjoyed the outdoor space in the evenings. Great stocked kitchen for cooking. Host was attentive and informative with the house and Anchorage recommendations. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J-D B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house is quite big with a giant kitchen. The back yard has a wonderful fire pit with great views of the woods. On the other side, the house is full of personal pictures, who’s not the normal VRBO standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our two night stay here was a perfect way to top off our trip to Alaska. It’s a really beautiful property that is very quiet and secluded, while also being close to stores/restaurants. It is also a great base for exploring a lot of areas around Anchorage. The space is very comfortable and was perfect for our family of five (3 teens). Wish we could have stayed longer! The owners are so friendly & helpful, and quick to respond. The moose that visited the first night was an added bonus! We hope to make it back here someday soon. I highly recommend this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

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

Family vacation

Convenient location, plenty of room for the kids to run around outside
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana N.

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

Amazing place to stay!

This property was an amazing place to stay durning our vacation to Anchorage! The host were so accommodating for us and also gave us many recommendations to make our trip the best! The house definitely became our home away from home! It was so cozy and tucked away just enough where you had your own space but still close to town! We definitely would stay here again and would recommend this place to anyone traveling here!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah C.

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

The perfect hub

This home was a perfect hub for our family vacation. The neighborhood is beautiful and the property was very private, yet close to everything. We traveled up and down the coast visiting Homer, Seward, Denali, and so much more. We drove and drove, and came home to a comfortable home each night. While this home is in anchorage, it felt like it was deep in the wild of Alaska. We had an encounter with a momma brown bear and her cubs, which didn’t bode well for the chickens that were on-site, but it was an experience we will never forget. The owners are amazing and consistently communicate. This rental truly felt like home away from home. You will not be disappointed staying here. I hope we can return for another visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace D.

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

Great home

My family from NC met more family from Fairbanks,AK here for a week together. Great location in a nice neighborhood but you are secluded and don’t even see the neighbors. Kim was so sweet and hospitable, she asked what we needed and was happy to get it. She took the time to remember the little details. Had fresh eggs every morning for breakfast. House is beautiful and well appointed. Lots of room to spread out and be comfortable. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Incredible home and grounds - couldn’t have asked for more

We enjoyed this rental so much that we almost forgot we were vacationing to tour Alaska, and not just this lovely home. Very easy check in, communication with owners, well equipped and very clean. We had a warm welcome from the chickens and my daughter fell in love with the coop and gardens. Can’t wait to come back, thank you for the memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evgeny C.

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

Amazing trip to Alaska.

We had an amazing time staying at this place, the house is beautiful and really evoked the feeling of being in a cabin in the woods. It was a beautiful experience to wake up, feed the chickens and start bonfires. The owners were exceptional with all their help and their devotion to make our experience as best as possible. I would absolutely recommend everyone that has the opportunity to stay here to do so it is absolutely worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Beautiful, welcoming home and hosts!

We loved the location and the home! It worked for our family of 6 perfectly. The hosts are kind and helpful. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

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

Great hosts in convenient location to downtown Anchorage

Beautiful and clean home located in a woodsy property with lovely chickens and gardens. Hosts were communicative and responsive. Plenty of space for everyone in our party of adults and teens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla H.

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

Alaskan getaway

Great property! Very clean, accomodating and has everything you will need during your stay! Great/fast communication with owners! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

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

Home away from home

It's not a rental, it's a home, and it feels that way. Owner communicates well and willing to work with you to help and resolve any issues. Full working kitchen with all needed items. My daughter loved the chickens.....visited them multiple times a day, ha. 5th place we stayed at during our week in Alaska and hubby said this was hands down the best. Thanks for hosting, we appreciate y'all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

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

Fantastic place

Amazing place, great for large family to use as a base in Anchorage to explore surrounding area. The outside area with large wrap around deck are a perfect spot for a peaceful coffee morning. Enjoyed our week here and Kim and Jim were very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I can’t say enough wonderful things about the property and especially the hosts! Kim is an absolute pleasure to work with and have us so many helpful recommendations. We had a large group of 9 and friends that came over to hang out for a bit and there was so much space for everyone to relax comfortably. The house itself is gorgeous and the location is so peaceful. I wish we would stay longer! Everything you’d need to feel at home was available. If you have a large party and want a great place to stay, definitely book this place. You will not regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L., Joplin

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

Loved the house

Just a great location and a nice place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Anchorage

Very nice place tucked away in southeast anchorage Close access to shopping and restaurants Home was base traveled to Whittier and Talkeetna and downtown anchorage 👍
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023