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McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House

Holiday home in Denali National Park with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player, books, video library
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Nestled on a three-acre wooded property, McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe' offers a tranquil retreat just 15 minutes south of Denali National Park. Unwind in the cozy living room with cable TV and wood stove or enjoy the grassy yard with sauna, fire pit, and gas grill.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House

Alaska and Denali in particular (maybe we are a little biased) is an amazing, vast and majestic wilderness paradise. We are honored you are considering McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe' and the Carlo Property. We will do our best to give you all the information you need to plan and execute an incredible adventure and answer questions you have.

The Carlo House is located just 15 minutes south of Denali National Park. A beautiful three acre wooded property catering to families and small groups that want to be close to Denali, but away from the crowds; yet still have all the luxuries and amenities of home. The House is a 5 minute walk from our main property McKinley Creekside Cabins & Café. We also offer complimentary Wi-Fi.

A (3) three bedrooms, (2) two full baths house with washer/dryer, custom kitchen with stainless steel appliances and all the essentials of home. The cozy living room has a small sofa and chair, wood stove, cable TV, DVD player w/movies, complimentary Wi-Fi, and telephone.

There is a grassy yard with a stand alone sauna, and a fire pit. The deck is covered with an outside dining area and gas grill.
Main Floor
*Two bedrooms - One bedroom with two (2) queen beds, and a small bedroom with one (1) double/full sized bed.
*The full bathroom has a washer and dryer for your convenience.
*Custom Kitchen with stainless steel appliances and all the essentials of home. There is a small bar counter w/two stools for seating.
*Wine chiller in the kitchen.
*Oak hardwood and tile floors.

2nd Floor -The master suite
One (1) King bed, smart TV, Satellite cable, DVD player with movies, and a sitting area.
A luxury bath with antique claw foot tub, separate tile & glass shower and amazing panoramic mountain views!

Cleaning Fee of $125 will be applied to your reservation. You will need to remove all trash to on-site dumpster, wash all dishes/put away, and clean kitchen counters.

There is a full service restaurant, The Creekside Cafe', located on our main property, a 5 minute walk away; open mid-May - mid-Sept. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,800 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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
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

Mckinley Creekside Cabins Cafe' the Carlo House

About the area

Map
McKinley Park, AK

What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 15 min drive - 28.1 km
  • Kantishna Gallery - 15 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 17 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 19 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 19 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Thai Food - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gold Rush Dining Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Miss Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panorama Pizza Pub - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Denali National Park, Denali National Park Visitors Center and Wilderness Access Center. Horseshoe Lake and Kantishna Gallery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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McKinley Creekside Cabins & Cafe'-The Carlo House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Denali

Great stay at the Carlo House! Very comfortable atmosphere. Loved that everyone had their own space. We ate at their cafe and the food was excellent! Breakfast…Loved their Alaska Cinnamon Rolls!! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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

Great place near Denali!

Great stay right near Denali. Well stocked and kept place. Great restaurant too. Highly recommend it for any family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

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

Perfect Stay

The house was clean and as depicted in pictures. Super relaxing and we could have stayed much longer! The cafe was excellent as well. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very cozy

Well supplied. Great sauna. Close to activities and Denali.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute house and location

The house had everything we needed with a great casual restaurant at CreekSide Cafe right up the road. We spent most of our days at Denali National Park hiking and this house was about 20 minutes from park. Our kids enjoyed the sauna and we all enjoyed the fire pit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Darlene H.

First Class Lodging in Denali

Perfectly situated off Rt. 3 just outside Denali National Park is what we believe is the best lodging option in that area. Six of us stayed 3 nights at this well appointed home with just enough rustic chic. We can't say enough about the quality of the bedding and linens. The master bedroom and bath are beautiful and we felt guilty that we showered instead of soaking in the beautiful, deep "ball and claw" bathtub. ...and WHAT A PANORAMIC VIEW! The home is equipped with all necessary appliances, including front loading washer/dryer. With just a bit of a chill in the air, we were lucky enough to be able to burn the indoor woodburning stove, wood supplied. There is also an outdoor firepit. Management was quick to respond to inquires both prior to check-in as well as once we were on the property. While we did some cooking on premises, this property is within a quick walk to McKinley Creekside Cafe, an absolute gem!! The dinners and desserts were creative and delicious. Kuddos to the owners for revitalizing the "old homestead" and turning it into a first class lodging option. We loved our stay and hope to return.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

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

Cozy cabin

This cabin is so cozy. It has a fireplace and a sauna. If it hadn't been raining I could have enjoyed 1 of the 2 decks or the grill or the yard games that were provided. Having a good restaurant so close was another big plus. I would definitely stay here again if I get back up Alaska way.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B., Columbia, MD

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

Fantastic Stay!

The Carlo House was absolutely perfect for our group of 8. It was clean, comfortable, and only about 15 minutes to Denali National Park entrance. The cabin was stocked with the necessities as well as plenty of towels and soap (under the bathroom vanities). We used the fire pit almost every night during our stay. Be aware that there isn't a dining area inside of the house (a couple of bar stools) so if you are staying during colder months, the outside eating area may be an issue. The master bedroom was AMAZING!! The blackout shades in each room worked perfectly. We actually checked in at McKinley Creekside Cabins and I cannot say enough nice things about the staff! We ate at the cafe for dinner one night and the food was awesome! The whole place is gorgeous! Thank you for a great stay and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

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

Great place in great location

Conveniently located to everything near Denali. Nice quiet house that provided a good place to retreat at the end of the day. Great place for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Relaxing stay

Located about 10 minutes from the park entrance. This cabin was peaceful, relaxing, and enjoyable. Everything was as listed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Everything was great.

Clean, organize, staff very friendly, saw mooses in yard, beautiful yard, beautiful house, walking path close to house, games to play.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Place to stay

This house is newly appointed and is a great place to stay especially if you have several people in your group. It is located a short distance from the Denali Park entrance and the town center. The food at the McKinley Creekside restuarant was also very good and reasonably priced. We had a great time and loved the upstairs king size bed with the mountain view.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Dick N., Minneapolis, MN

Four day cabin stay outside of Denali.

Beautiful setting. Newly remodeled cabin. Left a short list of shakedown items (none too major) that need to be corrected to bring cabin up to advertised features. Staff seemed to be willing to deal with them. Only major item was lack of good indoor dining table for our family of six. Hope staff will acknowledge our comments as the cabin has strong potential.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Place!

This place is great! It has just been refurbished and looks and feels brand new. We had the entire family at the Carlo house and all of us enjoyed it very much. We had a fire in the fire pit every night and made smores. We cooked all of our own meals which saved us a lot of money. The house has many amenities that we did not expect considering the location; Wi-Fi Internet access, Dish TV, phone, gas grill, washer/dryer, full kitchen. It was just a 20 minute drive to Denali. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We needed a hair dryer, so one of the staff brought it up to us within a couple minutes. The mosquitoes weren't too bad, but you probably want to bring repellant. There is no cell phone service, but you can use the house phone or Skype. It was very affordable for a family size group.

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025