Blue Moose Cottage - A peaceful paradise of Alaskan awe and allure.
Visitors say, "How do you ever leave this place!" The cottage is located on a lakeside homestead that we call, Selah Rest Orchard, a U-Pick-It orchard, with apples, plums, cherries, haskaps, currants and raspberries. It is surrounded by natural forests and inspiring mountain views, just 3 miles from world-class fishing on the Little Susitna River, 25 miles west of Wasilla.
Property manager
Dale Shillington
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available
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Please do not gut and clean fish inside the cabin. You are welcome to do it on the deck. There is a water hose available on the west side of the cabin
Let us know if you are bringing a pet, so we are aware of it, because we have our own animals on our property. Acknowledge by paying the pet fee.
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
Wasilla
Located in Wasilla, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Knik Museum and Musher's Hall of Fame, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Big Lake South State Recreation Site and Rocky Lake State Recreation Site. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Wasilla, AK
What's nearby
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 81 min drive - 105.2 km
University of Alaska - Anchorage - 86 min drive - 110.9 km
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center - 86 min drive - 111.4 km
Providence Alaska Medical Center - 87 min drive - 111.1 km
Port of Anchorage - 88 min drive - 112.4 km
Getting around
Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 87 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 83 min drive
Restaurants
Point Mac Kenzie - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Blue Moose Cottage - A peaceful paradise of Alaskan awe and allure. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Blue Moose Cottage - A peaceful paradise of Alaskan awe and allure.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Blue Moose Cottage - A peaceful paradise of Alaskan awe and allure.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Blue Moose Cottage - A peaceful paradise of Alaskan awe and allure. located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of My Creek Trailhead, Stephan Lake and Cranberry Lake. Sara Lake and Mirror Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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My first solo trip was to Alaska and stayed here. They were great, very kind, and responsive. Beautiful and clean property with a great view. Highly recommend staying at the Blue Moose Cottage!
I would highly recommend this cozy cabin for a romantic getaway. The cabin was clean ,fresh and inviting. You have the feeling of privacy and the togetherness. I would definitely stay here again.
Very clean cabin! Lovely hosts! Wasilla is a nice town (Larsons Pizza is great!). We had a wonderful time and would not hesitate to come back.
Hannah K.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Dale Shillington
Our names are Dale and Frankie Shillington. We both grew up on small family farms and moved to Alaska in 1989. We love growing things and are slowly carving out a useable footprint on our family homestead to develop an Alaska-hardy sustainable U-Pick-it orchard.
Why they chose this property
The Blue Moose Cottage is nestled on the edge of the Alaskan wilderness but still contains the comfortable amenities of modern life. The first notable feature of this get-a-way is that it offers a place for unparalleled peace and quiet. We use the word "Selah" to describe our property. It is an old musical term that means, "pause to rest and reflect on the wonder of it all." Guests often report that they arrived frazzled and frenzied from the rat-race of life but left feeling renewed and regenerated.
What makes this property unique
Our property is the perfect place to soak your senses in scenes of wild Alaskan beauty. In the summer you may be awakened by the antiphonal song of our resident arctic loons or watch bald eagles soar in the wind. In the winter you may be lucky to see a big bull moose lounging in the willows or cutting a trail across the lake. Or you could see the night sky erupted by the dancing lights of the aurora borealis. One other feature that makes this property one of the best-kept-secrets is that it is an accessible location for day trips to other Alaskan activities and attractions.
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