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Aspen Retreat-An Alaskan Gem; A wonderful indoor hot tub, welcome snacks, & more

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Open, comfortable space! Great dining area, open to living area. @VRBO
Alaska’s Fall!
Dine in Style
Comfort and ultimate relaxing; master bed area, open and includes all you need!

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Anderson, AK
  • Alfred Starr Cultural Center & Museum
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Nenana, AK (ENN)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2nd Private Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Bed 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

Hideaway Bed

1 Double Futon

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Aspen Retreat-An Alaskan Gem; A wonderful indoor hot tub, welcome snacks, & more

This Denali hideaway is a real gem; perfect for experiencing how life is lived in small-town Alaska. Also, we’d like our visitors to know: We are using “cleaning recommendations” recommended by the CDC.
Safety features include: Contactless check-in and flexible cancellations! Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a deadbolt and exterior lighting are included.

Located approximately 45-50 minutes from Denali National Park, 35-40 minutes from Healy, Alaska and 80 scenic miles f
Benefits include:
2 Bedrooms
Separate Hot Tub in Main Bedroom
1/2 bath next to hot tub

Large bathroom with shower and jacuzzi/tub combo, with full laundry

Internet

Free wireless wifi

Futon in master bedroom that can be folded out for a double bed

Hideaway bed in separate living area, with queen memory foam mattress

Queen Air bed for extra guests

All bedding accessories, sheets, pillows , available for all beds

Full service kitchen, with all kitchen tools and accessories

Welcome basket with hot soups, cheeses, etc. and light breakfast foods, included

Coffee pot, coffee, and cream/sweeteners provided

Office area, with office supplies

10 minutes away from Clear Sky Steak House; Rarely will you find a better steak anywhere! Full bar included.

Enjoy live streaming with Amazon Prime, Showtime, and Starz! 2 large flat-screen TV’s – 1 in the main bedroom and 1 in the spacious living room.

Property manager

Robert & Mary Smith

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pets must be housebroken.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside home, please! Outside is fine!
Policy: We adhere to all cleaning recommendations as advised by the CDC. Hand sanitizers are available throughout the cabin. We supply extra cleaners.

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

Anderson

Located in Anderson, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Local points of interest include Alfred Starr Cultural Center & Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Anderson, AK

What's nearby

  • Alfred Starr Cultural Center & Museum - 35 min drive - 44.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Clear Sky Lodge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rabideau's Clear Sky Lodge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aspen Retreat-An Alaskan Gem; A wonderful indoor hot tub, welcome snacks, & more pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aspen Retreat-An Alaskan Gem; A wonderful indoor hot tub, welcome snacks, & more?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aspen Retreat-An Alaskan Gem; A wonderful indoor hot tub, welcome snacks, & more?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Aspen Retreat-An Alaskan Gem; A wonderful indoor hot tub, welcome snacks, & more located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cabin in Anderson is in the mountains, 27.6 mi (44.5 km) from Alfred Starr Cultural Center & Museum, and close to winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Clean but in need of some work

Dated and had multiple plumbing issues which the owner was working on while we were there. Had everything we needed and was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D., Texas

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

Quiet Cabin!

Very peaceful and quiet area. Good proximity to Denali area. Clean, everything we needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

brenda c.

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

Fun place

We had a great time. The owner was very gracious. Checked on us several times. Left emergency numbers just in case. It was definitely "living in Alaska". Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for everything.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John R., Shreveport

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

Wonderful Quirky House

Wonderful, quirky house! It is an airplane hangar that has a new life as a house...very well designed with all amenities. Bathroom has jacuzzi tub, washer, dryer, and plenty of space. Hot tub in bedroom. Large living room with plenty of seating space. Board games available. Plenty of room in kitchen and dining area. Outdoor fire pit with chairs. Barbecue grill. Great place to relax .fairly close to Denali and Fairbanks. Bring your own groceries and snacks.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather N., Anchorage, Alaska

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

Perfect getaway

We had a great stay. The property is quaint, clean, and comfortable. Our 2 year old LOVED the hot tub and we were able to see the lights finally. We built tunnels in the snow and just explored the area. It was the perfect place for a small, quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Nice and quiet

Excellent choice for a quiet secluded getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Geki Y.

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

Beautiful Stay

Check-in and -out was easy. Finding the home was a little tricky. Make sure to read Mary's instructions to drive to the home. There's a white sign on a tree with the house address for easy identification. The home was clean and spacious. It was also heated upon arrival. We appreciate the frozen food that was provided. All the essentials were available for use as well. I appreciate the jackets that was there. It snowed nonstop for two days! I did not expect that! I had to borrow a parka for the day. The hot tub was broken but we still enjoyed the jetted tub. I also appreciate the huge bathroom with the table for ironing/steaming my wedding dress. Lastly and by far the most important, Mary's communication and availability was phenomenal!!! She was helpful with giving us tips on how to drive in fresh snow when we received several inches of snow over night. She even offered to drive to Fairbanks to get us snow chains. She also came over to give our car a jump when the battery died due to the cold! Mary is so sweet and has a beautiful soul.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Rustic stay in rural Ak

I wanted a local flavor to my Alaskan visit and this was perfect. We were able to spend time in Denali and Fairbanks so it was perfect for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family trip to Denali

We stayed here for a couple of nights on our visit to Denali. There was plenty of room for our family of 6 to spread out and cook meals. We felt like we were at an authentic Alaskan backwoods retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Teresa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Unique

Very nice host! Place with history. Kinda eccentric. Clean but not overly organized and stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rafael S., Pasadena

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

Excellent get away

This was the perfect covid getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Wonderful little spot

We stayed here while we were road tripping and camping around Alaska. It was a comfy place to stay and a unique location. Explored around the property with our pup. Had everything we needed and hosts did an amazing job at making us feel welcome and providing lots of little extras. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great Getaway!

This home is a converted airplane hanger which makes for a unique layout with lots of space. Hot tub was awesome after a long cold day hiking in the park and the kitchen had everything we needed! Owners were lovely and put together a cute welcome binder with things to do in the area and places to eat. Lots of space outside to play with our dogs which was also nice. Bed was comfy, TV options were great. We would definitely stay again next time we visit the park!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annika C.

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

Excellent northern lights

Great spot to see the lights
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Home away from home

What a wonderful experience! The hosts made sure we were comfortable and I feel they went above and beyond making their home comfortable for guests. Perfect for families or even those who simply prefer a homey feel. Surprisingly spacious with a fairly open concept. Our large group loved this place and will likely stay again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

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

Good place to stay within driving distance of Fairbanks and Denali.

This place is a good space to stay when out "in the middle of nowhere" to see this amazing area of Alaska. We visited Denali and Fairbanks while here. Everything you needed was provided, literally! Even had extra touches of snacks and pizza! The house itself was uniquely built, but had space for relaxing on the couch, comfortable bed, & great tv options when you are ready to chill out at your home base!

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

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

Outstanding

Following a last minute whim to get my kids up to Denali to see some fall color - found this place and could not have asked for a better setting. Extremely peaceful, beautiful location. House was clean, comfortable and Alaskan. Plenty of room for the five of us. Communication with the hosts was great. And the steak at the Clear Lodge bar & grill was excellent also.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Great get away while visiting Denali .

We loved staying at the Airbnb . The host were great to make sure we had everything we needed . The kitchen was stocked with snacks and some drinks , that was an added bonus . We even took some time to put our legs in the hot tub . Thanks again for a great stay .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kandee P.

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

Stay

Nice a roomy to spread out for a couple of days. Well stocked kitchen.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

The Alaskan retreat!

This place is just the get away I needed to rest and relax! Getting to drive through Denali to this place was an amazing experience, will definitely rent again! 0 recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

About the host

Hosted by Robert & Mary Smith

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I'm Robert Smith, my wife's name is Mary. We both live in Alaska; I've been here for about 31 years! Mary's been here for 9 years. She is a school teacher here in our small town. I'm retired and love working on all things mechanical. I work with engines, from big trucks to small cars, and buy and sell equipment and vehicles on the side. Mary is a teacher and loves to paint. We also love to travel and hope you do too. We very much want you to enjoy our cabin in your travels!
Also, we want you to contact us for any needs; but at the same time we want you to have plenty of privacy!

Why they chose this property

We are located in Alaska's Interior- Denali Borough. The drive up the Parks Highway from Anchorage is one of the most beautiful drives in Alaska. See Mt. Denali, (formerly known as Mt. McKinley), pass into Cantwell, AK, a little known remote Alaskan town, known for rich Indian heritage, hunting, & Class A: snow-machining in Winter! Alaskans drive and camp from all over the state in winter, for this reason only!
Aspen Retreat is conveniently located between Denali National Park and Fairbanks, Alaska, a perfect hide-away, remote, yet with all the amenities needed for comfort, easily accessible, and still on the main road system.

What makes this property unique

Our property began as an airplane hanger! With the help of my wife, Mary, we began to renovate it, simply, but we hope you'll like it! She loves to create and paint, so you'll find her art on some of the walls. It's come a long way, and there's still more we'd like to do; we'd love to know your thoughts and recommendations!

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English
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