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Easy Street cabin
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 572.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Talkeetna, AK
  • Talkeetna Historical Society Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Talkeetna Riverfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Talkeetna, AK (TKA)
    ‪10 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs

Shower only

Upstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Chinook Bear

Unique newly built one bedroom cabin in East Talkeetna near Talkeetna airport. A full size kitchen will give you the comforts of food and warm place to enjoy some relaxing time by the gas fireplace. Coffee and tea, hot cocoa and are provided for anytime you like. Walk 10 to 15 minutes or drive a few minutes to downtown restaurants and music. All close and convenient are the air taxis, Talkeetna taxi, riverboat and Alaska Railroad. We are midway to Denali in just a 2.5 hour drive north.
Stop and enjoy our Denali view by river boat or ski plane, train or car. Great trail system for hiking many areas in Talkeetna. Just ask!

Property manager

Lyn

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Shoes off in the cabin

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Talkeetna

Talkeetna is home to this holiday home. Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station and Denali Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Talkeetna Riverfront Park and Montana Creek State Recreation Site.
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Talkeetna, AK

What's nearby

  • Talkeetna Historical Society Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Aurora Dora - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Talkeetna Riverfront Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Denali Brewing Company - 17 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Talkeetna Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Denali Fairview Inn - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 62 Lodge - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mountain High Pizza Pie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Flying Squirrel Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chinook Bear pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chinook Bear ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chinook Bear ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chinook Bear located?

Situated in Talkeetna, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Talkeetna Historical Society Museum, Aurora Dora and Village Park. Dancing Leaf Gallery and Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station are also within 1 mile (2 km). Talkeetna Station is 20 minutes by foot and Alaska Railroad - Talkeetna Depot is 23 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, private, comfortable, clean. 2 bathrooms, large bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Talkeetna Surprise

I was pleasantly surprised at the attention to details in this rental cabin. Plush towels, nice linen, and spotless. On top of that very close to downtown. Thank you for directing this lost sole over the phone!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerynn F.

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

Talkeetna getaway

A friend and I spent a night at the Chinook Bear during a girls trip. The cottage is was immaculately clean, well stocked with the essentials and had great touches with furnishings/artwork. The downstairs futon, when open, does encroach into the path between the stairs and the door, so while you could accommodate 5, it's probably best for a couple of friends or a family with one child. Hosts were very responsive to messages.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Best vacation rental ever!

We absolutely loved this vacation rental! The quality of the craftsmanship, the layout, the amenities, everything was top notch. We wish we could have stayed longer. We didn't know if our son was going to drive up from Anchorage. He ended up being able to get away with his girlfriend. Plenty of room for four with the fold out couch and two bathrooms. We can't say enough positive comments about this home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

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

Wonderful

Very nice cabin with upstairs bedroom. Was just perfect for my wife and I. Only negative thing I can say is the internet is slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Clean and modern

Nice and clean place with a midern feel. Nice little touches.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

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

Great cabin!

Really enjoyed staying at this cabin during our visit to Talkeetna. It was convenient to get to, comfy, and had all the needed amenities including a spot to sit and eat for breakfast. The only things we had trouble with were the stairs leading up to the bedroom - they were very narrow and steep, and the shower in the main bathroom was tiny and hard to navigate without soaking the bathroom walls and floor. Otherwise, we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Talkeetna easy street cabins

Beautiful place to stay! Appears brand new- full kitchen- well stocked! Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

leigh ann v.

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

Nice, clean cabin

Cabin was nice, very clean. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine S.

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

Overnight in Talkeetna

The place was gorgeous. It is tight for four adults. The upstairs was very spacious and relaxing but the down stairs with the bed out made for tight quarters.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Cozy, Clean and Convenient

We booked this for our first night in Alaska. Our host, Lynn, was super helpful as we prepared for our stay - providing suggestions for places to visit and dine. The property was immaculate and extremely comfortable. Wish we could stay longer!! Thank you for a fantastic experience :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nathanael Thomas B.

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

Cute Cabin

My husband and I stayed in the neighboring cabin before and liked it, so we booked again. This time we came with another couple, as the cabin sleeps up to five. From the photos, the bedroom layout was a little confusing. The upstairs has a large bed AND a small sofa that can sleep one additional person in the same room. Downstairs has a pull out couch that sleeps two, but when it’s pulled out there is no room to move around the downstairs area between the kitchen and bathroom. The cabin is tight quarters for four adults, but perfect for a couple. Though the overall cleaning seemed pretty good, but there were a few minor things that could have been cleaned better. Someone squashed a mosquito on the wall and left it there. Coffee grounds/filter were still in the pot and there were no filters to be found. We found a long black hair on the toilet and a few more on the floor and water bottle cap in the window. Minor nitpicking, to be honest. You will hear trains from this location, but that might just be Talkeetna in general. The mosquitos are plentiful in Talkeetna in late June, so you need to close the door quickly and bring repellent. These cabins are conveniently located in a small neighborhood just outside Talkeetna near an airstrip (but we didn’t hear planes). We had a moose just outside our door. The kitchen is well equipped (minus the coffee filters). All things said, I/we would stay here again and recommend it to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was beautiful inside and out. The kitchen was adequately stocked with cooking utensils
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa R.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disappointed with property.

We did not stay there. Could not get our bags across the stone yard. Could not begin to get the bags up the narrow stairs to the bedroom. Neighborhood not the best. Made us uncomfortable. Please consider crediting the cleaning fee since we did not stay so unit did not need cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Updated, clean, and cozy

Lovely, convenient, and comfortable. Would definitely stay here anytime we are in Talkeetna.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I managed to find this house alright. It looks pretty quiet all around this neighborhood. Hopefully there aren't any wild animals around like that bear or wolves.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla L.

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

Lovely place

This is our second stay at this cabin and we love it. It’s our go to place when staying in Talkeetna.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Cool Cabin!

Enjoyed our stay at the Bear. Beautifully furnished. Everything looks brand new. It's very clean and well appointed. It seems much larger than it actually is. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooks S., Wilmington, NC

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

Excellent stay in Talkeetna

Great property, would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

Family Stay

Overall impression is a great place to stay for a small family with quick access to downtown Talkeetna. Very cozy and clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank R.

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

Great rental

Great location to explore the surrounding areas. Loved the upstairs bedroom with a very comfortable bed for sleeping. Would recommend going to Denali brewing that’s out of town a bit. Great atmosphere along with great food and beers. All in all a great experience with the Vrbo rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari V.

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

Lovely cozy cabin

We found this cozy little two-story cabin to be clean and welcoming. The upstairs bedroom is spacious, with seating to enjoy one’s morning coffee and a view of trees, trees, trees. The downstairs has a small kitchen and a sofa with an easy chair and a gas stove. Everything was new-ish and very clean. It’s about a two-minute drive from Talkeetna downtown, and Mahayana Boat Launch is minutes away. The neighborhood is typical “Alaska,” meaning there is a mix of homes here - some tidy and well-kept and others not so much. The cabin is right near the air taxi field, so lots of planes taking off. We weren’t too bothered by the noise. Yummy food at the Alaskan Lodge, along with great views! Denali Brewing Company, on the Spur Road, was a wonderful diversion. Talkeetna is 2 1/2 hours from Denali, so that’s a plus. We took a jet boat tour with Mahay’s, which was excellent. Be prepared for the Alaskan mosquitoes in July!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

james d., White Lake

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

Talkeetna home

Very nice. Had everything we needed. Great place for 2 or 3 people
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly K., Green Bay, WI

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

Cute Bungalow - quiet

We stayed here on our anniversary visit to Alaska. Super cute place and equally nostalgic town of Talkeetna!!! Highly recommend this place for clean, well appointed stay and the best sleeping mattres out of all of our stays in Alaska. Only disappointment is the drive distance to Denali National Park. Wish the town was closer!! If you stay here, highly recommend visiting Denali Brewing Co. Great food and delicious beer. Extra perk is off-season, a stay here in Talkeetna has businesses and restaurants that are still open!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Clean, conveniently located, nice view.

This property has a beautiful bedroom. A nice kitchen space if you wish to cook. Additionally, it is conveniently located to the Main Street In Talkeetna where you will find tours, restaurants, and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lyn

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After 33 years of living in a Bush village in the Arctic Circle, Lyn has found her new home in Talkeetna. Running a Lodge in a small community has been my life and I would love to offer travelers a chance to visit Alaska.

Why they chose this property

Rural Alaska needs air travel and the cabins are next to the Talkeetna airport where you can watch deHavilland Beaver and Otters fly passengers to Mt. Denali.

What makes this property unique

Close to Air Taxis and just minutes from downtown Talkeetna and Alaska Railroad.

Languages:

English
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