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Hatcher Pass Sweet Spot~Fresh Eggs & Local Coffee!

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Geological art! This is the Tanana River, an important tributary of the Yukon River.
Open concept living, dining, and kitchen areas.
Farm fresh eggs will be available during your stay.
You'll get a coffee sample from a small coffee roaster just a few miles up the road from us.
Kitchen & dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 475 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Musk Ox Farm
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Palmer, AK (PAQ)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Hatcher Pass Sweet Spot~Fresh Eggs & Local Coffee!

This space is a 1bd/1ba suite with a full kitchen. We'll provide you some farm fresh eggs from the chicken coop, and a coffee sample from a local coffee roaster a few miles away. You are also welcome to use anything growing in the garden. Depending on the season, some of the things available may be: lettuce, chard, beets, radishes, thyme, rosemary, mint, chives, sage, parsley, oregano, rhubarb, strawberries, blueberries, honey berries, currants, raspberries, and apples. There is a hammock and a smokeless fire pit available on the patio. We also have two kayaks that you are welcome to use free of charge (additional cost if you need them transported).

Inside, the space is decorated with art & goods made by local artists and artisans. The living room is filled with books about Alaska and books written by local authors. There is also a TV with access to Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, ESPN+, and some board games. There is a guitar, banjo, fiddle, and ukulele hanging on the wall that would love to be played (but will probably need to be tuned!).

The bedroom has a queen bed with a memory foam mattress, blackout shades, a large walk in closet, a tv, and a sound maker that displays the northern lights. The overhead light dims, and there are USB ports on the bedside table lamps for easy phone charging.

The bathroom has a shower & tub combo and plenty of storage. You find toilet paper, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, hand soap, and a first aid kit provided to you.

There is also a small laundry room with a washer and dryer, and an iron and ironing board available for your use.

The space is ideal for two people, but can accommodate up to four people with the sofa bed in the living room. There is a three inch memory foam mattress to place on the sofa bed in order to increase comfort.

For even more info, read the captions in the photos.

More info to note:

The space is a walkout basement apartment attached to our house, but it has its own private driveway, staircase, and entrance. You will hear us living above you (dogs, footsteps, voices, watching movies, etc.), or see me out on your patio watering the plants or collecting chicken eggs, but otherwise you will have the space entirely to yourself. We have a snow plow service that includes shoveling the stairs and patio, so you may see someone shoveling if it has just snowed.

There are a dozen stairs (or a small hill) to climb to access the apartment.

We are on a well and septic tank, so please don't flush anything but toilet paper down the toilets.

We are on a shared HVAC system and keep the system mostly off in the summer time and at 70 degrees in the winter. We provide space heaters, fans, and blankets when needed. We don't have air conditioning (it isn't very common in Alaska), but because it is a walkout basement the windows let light and heat in from the sun but it generally stays relatively cool in the apartment during the summer and warm in the winter.

The space is very relaxing and relatively quiet, but there are some noises you will likely hear during your stay. These may include my family living in our house upstairs above the apartment the chickens clucking while laying eggs, neighborhood kids and dogs, or the water pump and HVAC system which are both located downstairs. Because of the shared HVAC, you also may smell our breakfast, lunch, or dinner cooking.

Property manager

Kelly Nelius
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wasilla

Wasilla is home to this apartment. Colony House Museum and Palmer Visitor Information Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Independence Mine State Historical Park and Alaska Live Steamers. Musk Ox Farm and Reindeer Farm are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 22 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 30 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sophia's Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Millers Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Dipper Homemade Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Valley Hotel 24/7 Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Alehouse - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hatcher Pass Sweet Spot~Fresh Eggs & Local Coffee! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hatcher Pass Sweet Spot~Fresh Eggs & Local Coffee!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hatcher Pass Sweet Spot~Fresh Eggs & Local Coffee!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hatcher Pass Sweet Spot~Fresh Eggs & Local Coffee! located?

Situated in Wasilla, this apartment building is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Hatcher Pass Management Area and within 9 miles (15 km) of Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Musk Ox Farm. Mat-Su Visitors Center and Colony House Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Comfy and cozy

Really enjoyed my stay at Kelly's place. She answered all my questions promptly and had great advice for where to go to see the Northern Lights. The apartment is on the ground floor, so the floor is a little cold in February, but she supplied some disposable slippers to wear. Really nice touch. Thanks, Kelly!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Great location and beautiful setting

Tho we didn’t stay long, it was nice to have a place near Hatcher Pass after skiing. Nice way to present recommendations of places to eat and things to do. Website easy to navigate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha C.

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

Sports event

My husband and I were in town for a sports tournament and wanted a “getaway” in the process. This property fit the bill. We appreciated that multiple high schools were an easy commute for the events we needed to attend. Everything was well executed. We really could not have asked for a nicer place to stay. It’s was clean, quiet and felt like home. The finishing touches and attention to detail helped to make this place extra special. I would highly recommend this property! A true gem!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be if you’re in the Mat-Su region. Lovely set up. Clean, comfortable, and beautiful location! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

Hatcher Pass Getaway

The property was amazing. Location was perfect and our host was excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry B.

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

Highly Recommended!!

Beautiful location. Clean, relaxing, well thought out space. Loved the instruments. Everything we needed and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

SHARON P.

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

Nearly Perfect

Very nice. Very clean, everything we needed was there. . Fresh eggs from adorable chickens was a nice touch. The only thing that prevented a perfect rating was hearing the hosts walk around upstairs. Not terrible, but mildly annoying.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved everything about this property. Kelly was an amazing host and the chickens were lovely. The location was great and the decor was beautiful. 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was comfortable and nicely decorated with high-end appliances and furniture. The hosts responded quickly whenever I sent them a message and often checked in to ensure everything was going well. The little touches made this for a unique and pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Talisa K.

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

Beautiful!!

Comfortable, beautiful space in a great location! Would definitely return when in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin H.

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

Awesome stay!

Private area with zero noise to interrupt sleep, and dark shades made the night easy. Eggs were delicious in the morning. Parking was great with illuminated stairs to the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayla T.

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

Home Away from Home

I can’t say enough wonderful things about this property. It felt like home; comfortable and cozy. The host truly put a lot of thought into the small details of making the property feel like home. She provided fresh eggs from her chickens and local coffee. The kitchen is well stocked. There were thick throw blankets to wrap up in. The bed is one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in. And the pillows were hotel (Hilton) quality. The towels were large and soft. There were a variety of games and books. We enjoyed a fire on the back patio. The host was easy to reach and responded to our inquiries quickly. We absolutely loved this property. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Nelius

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English

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