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Secluded and beautiful Mendenhall Valley retreat just 2.8 miles from the glacier

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Looking out from the front porch over the front yard and Tiki deck.
Walking into the house. The entry closet on the right has games and more.
Kitchen and TV area to the right of the dinning table.
TV area with slider to the BBQ area and back deck.
Looking at kitchen and dining area from family room. 1/2 bath is the open door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Juneau, AK
  • Mendenhall Glacier
    ‪113 min walk‬
  • Mendenhall Ice Caves
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Auke Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded and beautiful Mendenhall Valley retreat just 2.8 miles from the glacier

Please note; There are 2 listings for this house for our 2023 availability dates.

THIS listing, and price, is for the home as a 2 bedroom 1.5 bath (2/1.5), with an additional double bed in a loft room. So 3 beds total (a queen and 2 double size beds).

We also have another listing for our home as a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath (3/2.5) for a higher nightly rate. With this listing we open the main bedroom with an ensuite. We wanted to add flexibility to our traveling guests to fit their needs and budgets as best as possible.

In either format, booking guests will not be sharing the house with anyone and you'll have the house to yourselves.

We also offer a car rental to our guests for only $50 per night booked. It's a 2007 VW Jetta that seats 5. Great little car and much cheaper that renting locally.

Apologies for any confusion. Contact for more info.

WELCOME TO OUR HOME!!

Located just 4.4 miles from the airport and 2.8 miles from the Mendenhall Glacier, this is our private residence that we had built in1998. We love our home and want to share it with others while we're traveling ourselves. Our hope is that you feel at home while visiting the wonderful town of Juneau.

If you're coming to Juneau you already know, or have heard, about the beauty, history and adventures it holds. From our home, the Mendenhall Glacier is just 2.8 miles away. Auke bay (fishing, whale watching tours, Hidden Peak Brewery, etc) is just 2.6 miles away. Downtown Juneau and Douglas, with all their shops and attractions, are just13 miles away. Want a little peace and serenity, besides our front yard? Visit the Shrine of Saint Therese, which is only13 miles away. If you want to walk a wonderful trail along the Mendenhall river, it's just 1/4 mile away. If you stay at our home, you're centrally located for all that Juneau has to offer.

About our home. It's situated on a large lot with a "tiki" deck in the front where you can sit back and relax while enjoying an early morning coffee, or a late evening drink while watching the stars. Well, not really as it'll most likely be too light to see the stars. However, fall and winter star gazing is amazing if it's not raining.

Don't be surprised if you're visited by bear, deer or a porcupine during your stay. We usually see quite a few each summer as the house is surrounded by woods.

Off the family room you can enjoy a large deck (16' x 40') with a BBQ under a covered area. That way you can BBQ rain or shine. There is hot tub at the end of the deck, but unfortunately it is currently not functional. Hope to have it working, or replaced, by next summer. We have a large open yard that is surrounded by trees and views of Mt. McGinnis. Mt. McGinnis boarders the left side of the Mendenhall Glacier.

You'll have access to everything in the 2200 sq/ft house except the garage, storage pantry and owners bedroom suite.

Upstairs you'll have:
- Two bedrooms - one with a queen Tempur-Pedic bed and the other has a full size bed. Each room has a TV and closet.
- Full bathroom; with tub/shower combo, sink and toilet.
- A "loft" area with a full size bed, treadmill, and TV.
- Washer and dryer.

Downstairs you'll have:
- A great room with kitchen, family area and dinning area.
- A beautiful granite countertop kitchen and pretty much everything you need to cook at home if you prefer. Oven, stove, microwave, fridge, freezer, Keurig coffee/tea maker, pots, pans, utensils, plates, etc.
- There is an island and separate bar area for seating up to 8 in the kitchen area.
- A TV/family room with a TV and 2 couches, so you can sit back and relax on one side of the kitchen.
- A dinning area with seating for up to 8.
- A half bath.
- Open entry front room with two couches. Plenty of room for an air mattress if extra sleeping space is needed.
- Entry closet with a variety of games to play during your stay.

If you choose to stay at our home, we think you'll come to love it as much as we do!

Please reach out if you have any questions.

If you need a car during your stay, as previously shared, we have one available for our guests at an additional fee.

Property manager

Marc Spaziani and Katrina Matheny
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Juneau

Located in Back Loop, a neighbourhood in Juneau, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Mendenhall Golf Course and Cope Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shelter Island State Marine Park and Funter Bay State Marine Park. Alaska Powder Descents and Observatory Books are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Juneau, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Southeast - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mendenhall Ice Caves - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Nugget Falls - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Auke Bay - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Mendenhall Golf Course - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar & Grille - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Grind Coffee Co. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Grind Coffee - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded and beautiful Mendenhall Valley retreat just 2.8 miles from the glacier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded and beautiful Mendenhall Valley retreat just 2.8 miles from the glacier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded and beautiful Mendenhall Valley retreat just 2.8 miles from the glacier?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded and beautiful Mendenhall Valley retreat just 2.8 miles from the glacier located?

Located in Back Loop, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Alaska Powder Descents, University of Alaska-Southeast and Auke Bay. Mendenhall Ice Caves is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Arlene O.

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

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our stay here, the home is spacious and very comfortable. We came for work and this home worked very well for our needs - the hosts are helpful and very responsive! overall a great stay in Juneau.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Awesome place to stay in Juneau

We enjoyed this property as a group of 8 people and had no trouble finding everything that we needed. Great communication from the host, and the use of rental cars is a huge bonus. This is a great location close to the glacier. Thanks for letting us use this great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah O.

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

Excellent location and property

My two sisters and I fly to Juneau to visit our brother. It had been too many years since we were all together. The property was perfect. We each had our own space and yet we could all gather to play a game and visit. It is exactly as the listing shows. An excellent choice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Great accommodations

We had a wonderful stay for our week long trip to Juneau. This home had everything you needed and wanted. It was cozy and had room for everyone in the family. Communication was excellent with the owner. They were very pleasant and helpful. I definitely would recommend this home and hope to stay there again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

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

Gorgeous home and property

The home is absolutely stunning, wonderfully spacious, and had all the bells and whistles! And the property was so beautiful, so much to do at the house outside, just great! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

3day vaca, perfect for what we needed!

Great place and would definitely recommend, excellent communication and very workable with our schedule. The vehicle rental saved us tons of money! The house was very clean and kitchen was stocked with kettles, plates etc. great that we could use the fridge and washer and dryer! Would stay here again if ever in the area! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M.

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

Trip to Juneau

This property was a very comfortable and clean! We didn’t spend much time in the house besides sleeping but it was an excellent place to rest up after several long days of hiking. We also rented their car which was very convenient for our last minute rental. The house is about 15-20 minutes outside of downtown Juneau and less than 10 minutes from the airport. Mark the owner was very good to communicate with. His response time was quick whenever we needed him although we tried to bug him as little as possible. Overall I would recommend staying at this house to anyone and if we make it back to Juneau this is the place I would want to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Can’t say enough good things about our stay here. House clean, neat, provided everything we needed

Marc and Katrina were most excellent hosts. The home was neat and clean and had a warm homey feel. They bent over backwards making our stay great- they had snacks and coffee and tea. A pretty bouquet of fresh flowers. If we called or texted to ask a question they answered in less than 5 minutes. Provided information on area attractions and restaurants. The location is convenient with a fantastic view from the front door. Very private with a lovely yard. If we go back will definitely stay here. If I could give it 6 stars I would. We use VRBO frequently and this was one of our best stays ever. Thanks Marc and Katrina we loved it!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

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

Best Juneau location!

My family and my sister's family stayed at this home for a little over a week. It was conveniently located near the airport, hiking trails, and the glacier. It had plenty of pots and pans and dishes. We enjoyed the yard in the front with the grass and patio set and barbequed in the backyard. It was nice to have a washer and dryer for our use as well. We enjoyed the board games too. There was plenty of seating for everyone at the dining table and on bar stools. Plenty of hot water for all nine of us. The master bedroom was spacious and had a nice jacuzzi tub. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of bedding. We were so glad that there were two cars that we were able to rent from the hosts. It saved us hundreds of dollars! We loved our stay and would highly recommend staying here. The hosts were easy to work with and very friendly with recommendations for things to do.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob M., Denver, CO

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

Great property, excellent location!

We really enjoyed ourselves here. Peaceful location. My sister and I took our Mom (84yo) to Juneau because it was a place she always wanted to experience. The house was great, the location is convenient to everything we wanted to do. Convenient walking trails and a river nearby for those morning walks. It was really an enjoyable week. Thank you for Mark and Katrina for being so helpful and responsive. The only hiccup was transport to the airport (10 mins away) at 6 am for an 8 am flight. Juneau seems to struggle with cab service. Four cab companies (two never answered) and no cabs available to schedule that early. Uber said no service but wanted me to book on demand in the morning (not a great idea to wait) and Lyft promised pickup by 6:10 am, but after several hours no Lyft driver accepted the gig. So Marc called Chris (the neighbor) who was kind enough to take us. Great guy! Wish I had said hello earlier to him and his family earlier in our trip. I highly recommend this property. It was a great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marc Spaziani and Katrina Matheny

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Katrina was born in Juneau and has lived here her whole life! Marc moved to Juneau when he was 7 and grew up here. Juneau has been a wonderful home to us both and a great place to raise kids. Now that we are reaching retirement age, we are wanting to travel to the locations on our "bucket list" and have also decided to buy a 2nd home where we can enjoy warmer weather. We did that and now are going back and forth between the two homes. We have the best of both worlds! We get to enjoy all the beauty and delicious seafood that Alaska has to offer and a place to escape when the weather turns cold and the skies turn gray. Juneau has been and will always be our home. Now we would like to share our home and Alaska's pristine beauty with you!

Why they chose this property

This property sits in a secluded area and shares 1.5 acres with just one other home. Though you're close to everything, being surrounded by woods makes you feel away from it all.

What makes this property unique

A great benefit of this home is that it is a home with most everything you need for your get away visit to Juneau.

Languages:

English

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