Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

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Wasilla, AK

Finger Lake State Recreation Area
‪11 min walk‬
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
‪11 min drive‬
Mat-Su Visitors Center
‪11 min drive‬
Palmer, AK (PAQ)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Come relax at the end of the road in our historic lake front home. Built in 1958 it is one of the first homes on the lake. Recent updates make it a comfortable stay for 2-3 couples or a family to enjoy fantastic views, play on the lake, or just relax on a large deck. We also have a patio with a fire pit and wood provided. Swans in the spring and fall, ducks all summer, eagles perch in the trees in the front yard. We have kayaks, paddle boats, a rowboat, canoe and a large dock, for your use, to enjoy the lake. We provide fishing gear for summer and winter. The home is located between Palmer and Wasilla, about 45 minutes from Anchorage airport. Come enjoy your private, waterfront home while you visit Alaska.

Property manager

Stan and Brenda

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Parking available

Mountain view

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Come enjoy our majestic view!
A panoramic view of the Chugach mountain range.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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

About the area

Wasilla

Located in Wasilla, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, while Colony House Museum and Palmer Visitor Information Center are cultural highlights. Musk Ox Farm and Alaska Live Steamers are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Wasilla, AK

What's nearby

Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
Mat-Su Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
Reindeer Farm - 23 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 12 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive
‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
‪Sophia's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Little Millers Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Perkup Espresso - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Finger Lake State Recreation Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Cottonwood Creek Park. Colony House Museum and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

3 January 2025

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

Lake house

Loved our time here!From Eagles to Auroras ,couldn’t ask for better.One of our favorites.Thanks Stan and Brenda.Oh yeah,our granddaughter loved skating on the frozen lake.

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

1 September 2024

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

PERFECT LOCATION

This house was everything we wanted. Great location right on the water. Comfortable beds. All the toys the owner provided to use on the lake was perfect. Will definitely stay here again

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

11 July 2023

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

Great stay

Great location and property

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly V.

7 August 2024

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

Amazing!!!

The listing does not do this place justice! Close to everything and the view is spectacular. The hosts are super accommodating, easy to get ahold of, and go above and beyond with what they provide. Would 100% stay here again!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.,

26 June 2023

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

Awesome Location

The view is exactly what you would want on an Alaskan vacation. Nice, clean house with friendly, helpful hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

5 August 2024

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful stay. Stan and Brenda were amazing. We had our emails off but saw they messaged several times to make sure everything was good. They left us eggs from their chickens, which we really enjoyed. The house had everything we needed. We enjoyed the canoe and paddle boats. They provided all that we needed to fish on the lake, which was great. You could tell a lot of love is put into the house. Wish we would've stayed here longer!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nache D.

25 August 2023

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

Pure peace and beauty

We had an amazing stay. It was peaceful, the views are stunning. Brenda and Stan are very responsive.

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

1 August 2024

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

Fabulous!!!!!

We Brought my 92 yr old mom visiting from Arizona. This place is AMAZING. Stunning views. Wraparound deck for all day sun. Use of many kinds of boats. Living room with panoramic views. Right on the water. Worth every penny. Clean. Even has an old working dial phone on the wall. Will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa V.

16 July 2023

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

My Dad & i

Met with family while there

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck R.

8 May 2024

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

Breathtaking Views

Overall, the property served us well, as we were on a business trip for two nights. The views are truly incredible from the deck and the front window of the home. Be sure to grab some bottled water or anything else you may need on your way, stores and restaurants are not too far away, but not extremely convenient either. Keep in mind that there is only one shower in the home, so if you are traveling with kids, you’ll just need to plan your morning accordingly. The lake is absolutely beautiful and I’m sure if you travel during the summer months there would be endless exploring opportunities.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance B., Lacrescent Mn

23 June 2023

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

Lakeside property

The property was fun for the family being able to utilize the paddle boats as well as Kayaks from the Dock. Kids enjoyed the water either fishing or just fun. The house was nice and clean, and the host made us feel right at home! Would highly recommend staying here as my Family enjoyed it with many things to do without having to drive to far. Little over an hour to rent utvs to drive into the beautiful scenery or about three and a half hours to Denali park entrance. Also had life jackets, fishing poles and bait to use. Thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

5 September 2024

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

Gorgeous location!

We were a multi-generational family traveling by car through Alaska for 2.5 weeks. This cottage was our last stop before flying home. It delivered on every aspect of our stay. The view is unquestionably the main attraction with its proximity to the lake. Within an hour of being there, a bald eagle graced us with his presence. The home was immaculate, and it is well appointed for anyone who stays, including lots of watercraft for the lake. It was a little too chilly during August for us Floridians, but we loved watching the birds and other wildlife. The location in Palmer is excellent and close by to all the Palmer/Wasilla area has to offer. We were pleasantly surprised we could fill up all our days with activities in the area. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone who wants the opportunity to enjoy the sights of Alaska literally from the deck or from the large windows overlooking the lake. My parents, who are 81 Y/O and new to staying at VRBOs, absolutely loved it. My son and I split the upstairs bedrooms and we were all comfortable and felt safe. If I got the chance to go back to Alaska in the coming years, I would plan around having an opportunity to stay here again and hopefully enjoy even more of the lake. 5 stars!! Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P., Mary Esther, Florida

13 August 2023

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

The Alaskan Sound

The Property is Outstanding. The pictures and description of this Home got me from the start of my search. People.... so much better than the pictures show and more "what you need right now" items than i can list. For example, I need a screwdriver.... heres one. I need an iron....heres one. Is our luggage under 50 lbs? What? A luggage weigher... yes everyone, they had it there! The Views from everywhere you look are phenomenal. I really dont think a camara can show what your really being Blessed with when you book this Home. Not in one picture, no way. The Sound, or better to say, the absense of city sounds is very remarkable. On day two the steady humming or buzzing in my ears i didn't know was there quieted. I could hear nature again. The Momma duck cuts through the yard, with her babies, heading for a swim. The fish jump, the wind sings through the trees, The Sun shines bright upon the waters surface looking upwards towards the mountain landscape. I'm tempted to say Magical. I would add rewarding and peacfull. Worth every penny... a real value. This is just a special home thats all there is to what im telling you. If only I had 10 thumbs. I would give10 thumbs up to these Hosts that I thank for making this place available for me to experience.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Common area 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property