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

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

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 manager

Jim Minnery

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Bicycle on site

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

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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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
Anchorage, AK

What's nearby

  • Hilltop Ski Area - 4 min drive
  • Alaska Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Dimond Center - 7 min drive
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 8 min drive
  • Alaska Airlines Center - 10 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barbie's Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬8 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.

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?

Check-out 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 vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Far North Bicentennial Park and Hillside Park. Hilltop Ski Area and Alaska Zoo are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candace D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Joseph J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jeff L., Joplin

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house
Just a great location and a nice place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

alan M., Lino Lakes

Liked: Cleanliness
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

linda h.

Liked: Cleanliness
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 B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lorraine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home!!
Our family of 9 truly enjoyed the house. It was well stocked, clean, Kim was easy to reach and of course, the chickens! The grandkids enjoyed feeding the chickens and looking for fresh raspberries. It stopped raining so we could have a fire one night. You felt you were out in the country but everything you needed was just a short drive away. Only regret was that we were only able to stay 2 nights. We will definitely stay again! Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to stay in your lovely house. The mountain goats were a big hit also.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The very best place in the Anchorage area
If I could rate this place 10 stars, I would! Wow! It’s better than the pictures. I traveled to Alaska with my husband, two teen kids and two Grandmas. There’s so much space here that I always had a place to relax by myself and zone out after a long day. My Mom and the kids truly enjoyed the chickens! It was so fun watching them and taking pics and videos. Kids are still talking about it. I’m planning my next trip to Alaska BUT it will be around the availability of this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property!
We loved our stay here! Such a beautiful property and home. The owner was very accommodating and the home was very clean. Would definitely love to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside Hideaway
The property is well maintained and gives you the feeling of seclusion. It was quite and relaxing. It is a great central hub for exploring Alaska. There was great communication between the property owners and our party.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Alaskan Retreat!
What a pleasure to stay in this wonderful home with Jim and Kim as hosts. I can't say enough about how great the house is, how much we enjoyed the chickens and collecting eggs each day, experiencing the beauty and ruggedness of Alaska with all the comforts of home coming back to this house at the end of along hike or river trip and the warm welcome and assistance we always received from our hosts. A great experience for children and adults alike! We hope to be back soon and we wouldn't consider staying anywhere else!
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelley W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Alaskan experience
We chose to stay at this house when visiting Alaska for a wedding and could not be happier with our choice. The house has an authentic Alaskan feel to it. The property is absolutely beautifully set on private acreage. If you love nature, this is the house for you. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the chickens and collecting eggs from the coop every morning (which was optional). Also, Kim was so accommodating and understanding of special requests we had. She added a pesonal touch to an already amazing experience. Thank you Kim !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
Absolutely fantastic time! The hosts were wonderful and helpful, gave solid recommendations on things to do and places to eat, quick communication, and very pleasant people. The house is perfect and clean, and had everything we needed. Our stay could not have been better. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Randal D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Alaskan Rental Experience
My wife and I stayed in this beautiful home with my adult children, two grandchildren and my 86-year old mother and it was absolutely perfect. The owners were helpful and available to answer questions. Everything was clean and comfortable and met all of our expectations. We would highly recommend this home to anyone. Our grandkids still have not stopped talking about checking the chicken coup for eggs each morning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019