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Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier

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Dining Area with surrounding views to meadows, forest and mountains!
Dining room is adjacent to kitchen; stairs to second floor in background.
Kitchen with spacious counters and amenities.
Living room opens to deck area with BBQ and wrought iron patio set.
Living room with patio and dining area in background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Kilcher Homestead
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Homer Spit
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Homer Harbor
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Loft

2 Double Futons

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom in Master Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier

Caribou Meadows is in a beautifully private but accessible setting, it has new and antique furniture throughout, along with full furnishings to make your visit enjoyable and rewarding. Both the main bathroom and master bathroom have been completely retiled and remodelled with Caribou motif, while maintaining original post and beam style. The well system has been improved with a two filter system and is fresh and pure. This cabin is immediately adjacent to the owners family homestead (the Kilcher homestead). It was hand built on the site of one of Homer’s original homesteads, by a young woodsman as he was starting a family in Homer. His craftsmanship shows in the original wood structure details throughout the house. With three bedrooms, a sleeping loft to allow for larger parties, two bathrooms, and a modern kitchen, but with more than a trace of Old World and homestead styling, this is a unique and memorable vacation spot. The wildlife in the immediate area is abundant, with moose, eagles, sandhill cranes, porcupines and many others. The cabin is sited in a beautiful meadow, surrounded by forest with room to roam. From the cabin, you can see beautiful Kachemak Bay and the mountains across the way.
The cabin provides modern amenities, has ample space and is a beautiful spot for a family to stretch out and use as a base of operations to explore both near and far. This cabin sits alone on a 10 acre plot 11 miles out East End road but has ready access and is close to the amenities at Fritz Creek (mail, gas, groceries, world-class restaurant and wines and spirits). In the area and beautiful town of Homer is halibut and salmon fishing, the Pratt Museum, galleries, restaurants, groceries, horse back and ATV tours, kayaking, glacier and bear viewing, air tours and much, much more.
It is also within walking distance of a historic site of rich significance, where I grew up with my father, an early Alaskan State Senator and mother a writer, singer and poet and my siblings, in the austere 400 square foot homesteaders cabin - the Kilcher Homestead. Easy access to the Kilcher Family Homestead provides over 600 acres in which to hike through to the beach via one of only three beach access sites outside of Homer.

Property manager

Catkin Kilcher Burton
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Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Kitchen
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Dryer
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Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
I will refund cancellations if I can re rent and/o

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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Homer

Located in Homer, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Eveline State Recreation Area and Kachemak Bay State Park. Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Pratt Museum 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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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Kilcher Homestead - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Homer Spit - 20 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 20 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 21 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Homer Harbor - 25 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alaska Botanical Herbs & Teas - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps from Kilcher Homestead and within 6 mi (10 km) of Eveline State Recreation Area and Homer Golf Course. Kachemak Bay State Park and Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sarah W.

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

Vacation

Homer is an amazing place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirby C.

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

Great house with history all over

This house was great for my family about 15-20 minutes from Homer and had a rustic feel but with all the amenities. The host was very responsive and we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Great home, private location

We really enjoyed our stay at Caribou Meadows. The home was roomy, with all the amenities for comfort. We especially enjoyed learning the Kilcher family history as early settlers of the region. We only wished we could have stayed longer in this great, peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy b.

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

Beautiful place

Everything was great Sent the kid and there dad Fishing They had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, quiet and tranquil. Loved the location and the historical significance of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori U.

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

Incredible

LOVE this property! I would highly recommend this VRBO, it was incredibly relaxing, serene, and peaceful. We had a minor hiccup at check in and the property owner was incredibly responsive and helpful to rectify the situation. Looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Fantastic service and stay!

Clean, great communication, excellent place. Saw a moose and calf as well as a porcupine in the yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Great Stay!

We spent 3 days at this beautiful, quiet property. We had everything we needed and a lot of outdoor space with a great view to enjoy. If we had to do it again, we would have made a day out of going down to the beach on the property. We used the fire pit every evening and had a moose and her calf join us the final evening and morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

Homer House

We had a great stay. The property was farther from the Homer Spit than we would have prefered but that was not a huge issue. We enjoyed the privacy and the wildlife.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bedding was somewhat confusing but not a problem.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci S.

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

Beautiful

A beautiful place to stay outside of Homer. We saw moose walk across the lawn on two occasions which was so fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

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

Tranquility

We had a wonderful time. The home is absolutely beautiful with stunning views and all the special touches that go above and beyond our expectations. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald M., Houston, TX

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

Beautiful cabin with great views

This cabin had great views, and plenty of room for the whole family. Catkin came by and introduced herself, and answered any questions we had about the property. Overall, a wonderful stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay at Caribou Meadows. This is a great spot if you're looking for something a little more remote yet still an easy drive into town and the spit. All the basics were provided making it "move in ready" and felt just like home. Great views with a nice hike down to the beach. Catkin was very responsive and quick to address any questions during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah E.

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

Fabulous Stay in Fritz Creek

We couldn't have been happier with our stay at Caribou Meadows. The home was spacious, comfortable, well equipped, extremely private and quiet, and really felt like being in Alaska. Moose wandered through our yard on multiple mornings and evenings and Sand Hill Cranes visited us daily. It was the perfect place for our family while we spent time in Homer and the surrounding area. Would highly recommend to friends and family! Hope to come back again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

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

Awesome

This is a must stay property. A moose walked across the yard to in any particular hurry. Also a porcupine graced us with their presence. Peaceful, tranquil and utterly impressive. Come and stay. You will not regret it.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine Y.

Loved it!

This is a beautiful cabin! The deck was amazing and the views amazing. It was very clean and the furniture and decor were nice. Truly enjoyed our stay. Catkin was very nice and we enjoyed the tour of Yule Kilcher home. I would 100% recommend a stay here! The only thing to note would be that the bedroom with the twin bed is really small and if you are taller than 5 ft. or have any claustrophobia issues you might not want to sleep in there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Great location. Very picturesque. Moose sightings in yard! Clean. A+

This cabin was well done, nicely furnished, clean, two bathrooms, accommodated seven of us very nicely. The setting has a secluded feel (about 10 miles outside of Homer), is very picturesque with hiking opportunities to the beach and surrounding area. Wish we would have had more time there to explore the surrounding area. We had two moose sightings in the yard. The last evening we were there, three moose in the yard at dusk. We had a very pleasant stay. Thank you Katkin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great time at Caribou Meadows

This is truly a unique and beautiful Alaska property. We loved hanging out in the backyard in the endless sun and eating breakfast at the great kitchen table watching for wildlife. We had 7 adults so one couple took the futon in the sitting area upstairs. Not ideal but we made it work! Catkin was extremely helpful and responsive to our needs. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Alisha L.

Beautiful property, neat cabin

Overall positive experience, saw a moose in the yard, kitchen and laundry well stocked for a large party. A lot of small maintenance issues including the kitchen faucet leaking all over-let the owner know within ten minutes of our arrival but it wasn't fixed w no communication, DVD player didn't work-same story, no effort to fix. People working on roof while we were there (they were really nice). Overall a neat place but seems to need some additional maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Natalie C.

Homestead

First, let's be clear that this rental is not in Homer, in fact it is 20-30 minutes past homer. We had several activities planned in homer and the drive back and forth was really aggravating. Second, the water is well water, which we have dealt with before but the sulfuric smell was so strong we considered paying for showers in town and brushed our teeth with bottled water. Third, the upstairs bathroom is cute, but has an angled roof that is too low for anyone over 5'6" and the mount for the shower head came out of the dry wall when we turned it on. Finally when my ten yr old used the key code to get into the storage shed for more toilet paper, the home owner freaked out on her. Apparently you are only allowed two rolls of toilet paper and one roll of paper towels regardless of how many guest are staying and no matter how long your stay is for, so you better bring your own supplies! With all that said, the property was remote, secluded and beautiful. I wish there was a bigger deck to enjoy it better. Also the upstairs of the cabin is really beautiful, the beds are comfortable, and I loved the antique furniture. My father in law had a chance to check out the museum and found it really interesting and the whole family enjoyed the video on the homestead.

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful experience! Kyle and Alec were super great guides! Excellent meals by the chefs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DEANNA M., Anchorage, Alaska

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

Peaceful and stunning views!

Beautiful home in tranquil location with stunning views. Nicely appointed with comfy beds. Greatly enjoyed the family of moose strolling through the backyard in the mornings! Hard to find though. At the end of the dirt road is a sign saying "Private road keep out" on a gate. No exactly welcoming. We had to call the owner who explained how to enter the premises. The other annoying thing is that we were expected to take our garbage to the local dump to dispose of. Not to mention we were asked to to start a load of laundry of towels and sheets. I get there are house rules, but why am I paying a fortune for cleaning when I did half the work?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

charles M., Manitoba. Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great rural vacation stay

Beautiful property secluded , quiet , lovely accommodation and many little extras included . Nice walking areas with wildlife ( moose ). Had a small problem finding the site but host found us and got us oriented . Need a sign and number or arrow on the main road.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE S.

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

Awesome!

Beautiful location! Everything we could possibly need was avaliable to us. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Catkin Kilcher Burton

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My family homesteaded Alaska in the late 30's and early 40's. I was born in Basel, Switzerland while my originally Swiss family was touring and my father was lecturing about pioneer life in Alaska. I was raised on the homestead adjacent to this property. I went off to college and joined the Marine Corps. After 31 years of commissioned service, I returned to Alaska and am the Trustee for the Kilcher Family Homestead, 620 acres in a conservation easement. I am a volunteer with the Alaska Humanities Forum and the Civilian Advisory Board to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. I manage four active vacation rentals and love showing the homestead to our guests. One of these days, I hope my children and their children will raise their families here near our beloved homestead.

Why they chose this property

This property was built on the site of one of the old homesteads (Bartman) which was purchased by my two brothers (Atz and Otto) and myself. It is adjacent to the historic Kilcher homestead with a living museum, room to roam, and one of three access points to the beach. Surrounded by meadows and forests, the sense of splendid isolation is hard to beat. Try to yodel and you'll hear the forest echoing your yodels back.

What makes this property unique

Within walking distance of the Kilcher Homestead, it offers privacy, but with ready access to fine dining, shopping, kayaking, horse back riding, ATV rides, art, theater, fishing and all the other amazing things Homer has to offer. See the Homer Chamber of Commerce website to see how full of life Homer is. There's a homestead-style (read rustic!) sauna which can be used if you're so inclined.

Languages:

English, German, Spanish

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