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On the lake, family retreat, come to unwind

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Talkeetna, AK
  • Popular LocationDenali Brewing Company3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTalkeetna Historical Society Museum14 min drive
  • Popular LocationTalkeetna Riverfront Park16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

On the lake, family retreat, come to unwind

Discover comfort in our family cabin with all new beds we have 2 king beds, 1 queen, and 2 full-size beds on a secluded lake. Kayak, fish for huge Alaskan lake trout, and grill your catch right on the deck overlooking the lake where you caught them. Relax on the back deck, enjoying lake views and Alaskan wildlife. A 10-minute drive takes you to Talkeetna's quaint town, offering coffee, a local brewery, and pizza. Take in Denali and Susitna River views downtown—it's the perfect private spot to experience all of Alaska. We can’t wait for you to experience everything that Sunshine Lake Retreat.

Property manager

Charity Moore

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2300 sq ft (214 sq m)

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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 - 21

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Note from host: $50 fee for pet. Message for questions.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Talkeetna

Located in Talkeetna, this holiday home is on a lake. Talkeetna Historical Society Museum and Aurora Dora are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Denali Brewing Company and Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Denali Brewing Company - 3 min drive
  • Talkeetna Historical Society Museum - 14 min drive
  • Aurora Dora - 15 min drive
  • Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station - 16 min drive
  • Talkeetna Riverfront Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Talkeetna Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway - 6 min drive
  • Brown Bear Espresso - 5 min drive
  • My Mom's Thai Cuisine - 3 min drive
  • Kahiltna Birchworks - 4 min drive
  • Denali Brewing Company Tasting Room - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the lake, family retreat, come to unwind pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at On the lake, family retreat, come to unwind ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the lake, family retreat, come to unwind ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the lake, family retreat, come to unwind located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.1 km) from Denali Brewing Company and within 12 miles (20 km) of Montana Creek State Recreation Site and Talkeetna Historical Society Museum. Aurora Dora and Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar Relaxation
Comfy easy and tranquil house, calm quiet vibes with a great landscape and amazing lake. Loved the amenities and the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for Family
Property is "as advertised". It was great for our family. House is well stocked. Quiet neighborhood with separation from neighbors. Full size washer and dryer helped cut down on the packing for the trip. 2 Kayaks were great for the kids to get outside. Caught a couple nice trout with the fishing pole and net. Thanks for the mosquito repellent- came in handy for evenings on the deck and dock. Close to Denali Brewing for pizza and beer. Thanks for a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lake
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful relaxing lake retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Lake Cabin
We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It was very nicely decorated and had all the amenities we needed. The rooms were perfect, with comfy beds and TVs for the younger adults to play video games and watch movies when we weren't exploring the beautiful area. We did not use the lake since ourntime was short and we had a full schedule, but the provided kayaks, paddles and life jackets are an amazing plus for the property. The lakeside deck was wonderful, with a swing chair, deck furniture tonseat several people, and a grill. The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessary cooking supplies, some basic needs like oils, seasonings, condiments, foils and zip lock bags. The only drawback was the large quantities of mosquitoes in this particular area. Theybseemed to know we were insode and the congregated outside the door just waiting gor us to come out. We did really appreciate thenthoughtfulness of the host and manager to leave multiple devices and options for mosquito control to allow you to enjoy the deck and lake. Wish we had extra time to use them. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and the rental experience. We would stay ahain if the opportunity arose. Thank you for sharing your lovely cabin with is for our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter weekend getaway
We stayed for just a weekend as two families with elementry age kids and dogs (4 parents, 5 kids). We lucked out to get nice winter temperatures about 25F. Everyone enjoyed sledding down the hill from the house to the lake. We brought kicksleds to use on the road and that was fun too. The neighborhood is quiet without much traffic at all. Our dogs got to meet some of the neighborhood dogs and had a great time playing with them (very friendly also). The house was clean and as pictured. We really appreciated the bed configuration that let kids be in the room with parents as the kids prefer that in new places. The two upstairs bedrooms are really large, especially the room with the king and two doubles. Talkeetna offers some good food options even in winter, great pizza at the Denali Brewing tasting room and burgers/Phillies at the burger barn. I will look at booking this house again next time we want to go to Talkeetna.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

astrid h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay, Grewt Memories
House was perfect for us! Very well equipped and stocked, beautifully decorated and amazing location on the lake. Great host...highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L., Grampian, Pa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Everything was great. Nice peaceful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed & Susan S., ALASKA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family, Fun, Fishing
It was amazing place. Better than expectations!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hailey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Weekend
We had a lovely family trip at the Sunshine Lake Retreat! The house was inviting and cozy with many thoughtful additions that helped to make our trip more comfortable. The beds were very comfortable in every room. The bedrooms upstairs were large enough to accommodate different family groups(with kiddos). The kitchen was very well equipped to cook some big family meals. We spent time playing at the lake every day and enjoyed the beautiful lake views from the house. *Bonus* The house is very close to Denali Brewing for some delicious food and drinks. Charity provided clear directions and was very responsive and kind to any inquiries we had. We had a wonderful time making memories at this lovely house and would definitely make another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022