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The large dining room table is perfect for family meals and cards or board games
You will see more trees and mountains than people at A Second Home.
A pellet stove provides easy comfort.
Outside lighting and the reflection on the wet asphalted driveway.
Paved, private parking is just one of the many extras with this home in Denali.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Healy, AK
  • Mt. Healy Overlook Trail
  • Black Diamond Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Denali National Park, AK (MCL)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom A

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom B

1 King Bed

Bedroom C

2 Single Beds

Room D

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom D

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half bath on lower level

Toilet

Hallway Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Great views from A Second Home in Denali, vacation rental, close to the Park!

A Second Home has four bedrooms and two and a half bedrooms, LARGE dining room with a table for all, kitchen and living room, and laundry room. Each bedroom has its own TV and there is a LARGE screen TV in the living room. Guests often mention the home has beautiful views and is spacious for families and friends to gather comfortably.

You will see more trees and mountains than people when you are here. THIS PROPERTY HAS TO BE OWNER-OCCUPIED, AS PER HOA RULES.. Owners' space is a completely separate area with a different area.

Second Home has a LARGE, private deck in the backyard that looks out on mountain views. It's the only Denali vacation rental with a completely paved driveway and parking area and two acres of quiet lawns and woodlands. It has a turn-around driveway with plenty of space for parking.

Owners are year-round Alaskans who have been hosting guests for 36 years in the Denali Area. They book rental cars and give accurate tour desk information. They offer free transfers to and from the Denali Depot if you book a rental car and reserve train tickets through them.. If you are confused about tours and transit buses and attraction in the Park, ask your hosts.

They have up-to-date information about Denali National Park, the area and the state. Their tips will save you money and time. Example: be sure to take the East Fork Transit Bus for $33.25 (2024 prices) instead of the Tundra Wilderness Tour for $144.00. The transit bus is narrated too. Please ask if you have Denali questions.

Property manager

Ann Langenberg-Miller
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This is definitely a large home great for famalies
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Quiet times in the neighborhood start at 10:00 pm.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside, but never in or near the house.
We do not wear shoes in the house please. Please wear shoes when you are outside to avoid dirty fee on new carpet. Quiet outside after at 10:00 pm.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Quiet times in the neighborhood start at 10:00 pm.
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

Healy

Located in Healy, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kantishna Gallery, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Denali National Park and Antler Ridge Trail. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Healy, AK

What's nearby

  • Tri-Valley Community Library - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Black Diamond Golf Course - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Wilderness Access Center - 19 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 20 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Stampede Trailhead - 26 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪49th State Brewing Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Perch Restaurant, Bar, and Cabins - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great views from A Second Home in Denali, vacation rental, close to the Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great views from A Second Home in Denali, vacation rental, close to the Park! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great views from A Second Home in Denali, vacation rental, close to the Park! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great views from A Second Home in Denali, vacation rental, close to the Park! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Tri-Valley Community Library and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Black Diamond Golf Course. Antler Ridge Trail and Kantishna Gallery are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect fit
Perfect fit for crew of telecommunications workers. Excellent communication with the host.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great large house with beautiful views
I took a few colleagues on a short side trip to Denali, it was a great spot for 6 of us to stay for the night. Beautiful views and easy access to the park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great House For Launching Denali Adventures
A Second Home provided a great base for exploring Denali NP.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Second Home in Denali was exceptional!
Ann proactively shared useful tips before our arrival. She personally greeted us and showed off the house. The space was spotless, the bedrooms spacious, the kitchen was well-equipped. Stunning views and a memorable visit from a mother moose and her two calves made our stay unforgettable. Thank you, Ann!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jos P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained home and exceptionally clean
We were very comfortable and at home on this property. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anastasia P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Beware: Second Home in Denali is not like home unless you live in a construction site.
In 20 years of VRBOs, I've never needed to file a public complaint until staying at Second Home in Denali, in Healy, Alaska. Our party of 6 rented two homes in Alaska. We chose "Second Home in Denali" because we thought it was a quiet, luxury home in a beautiful location. We did not get that. Days before arrival (after cancellation dates) I got an email that "construction is STILL going on at the apartment to the side of your rental." I wasn't sure what that meant, but since we paid 10 months prior, what to do? RENTERS BEWARE: This meant full house renovation 9 a.m. to 5/6 p.m. Weekends included. The owners are building a separate apartment inside the VRBO just beyond a locked hollow core door. We listened to air compressors, nail guns, tile saws, contractor music and conversations all week. Dust seeped under doors. When I asked Ann to come see, she asked what compensation would be fair. When we told her half of what we paid, she started avoiding us. She denied each request to pause construction. Ann reimbursed us half her profit in the end, but it's not half what we paid. She said VRBO takes too much. We are not satisfied. When she said my mother, age 79, should've napped at her house and closed the second story bathroom curtains if she didn't want construction workers looking in (they worked on all house windows), I decided to warn others. Ann and Terry were the only negative in an otherwise perfect trip of a lifetime.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Home in an Excellent Location
The house was excellent. It was clean and in a great location near the park. We even had a moose in the backyard one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denali Second Home
What a nice welcome with a cozy family room and a fire lit in the stove! Thanks, Ann! We loved the view from the breakfast table.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
The property is very quiet and peaceful. It was very clean, stocked with all the necessities and the property owner was very responsive. We enjoyed the close location to Denali and a local grocery store! The highlight of the stay was a moose and her twin babies who visited the backyard on a daily basis!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denali Diversion
Terrific property! Accurately advertised and very comfortable. The hosts were accessible, attentive and helpful with Denali Park tour info.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Host
The house was perfect for us. It had tons of space and everything we needed. The location was ideal. What truly stood out was our host. We left a ukulele at the property by accident, and she went to tremendous lengths to return it to us. There were many messages back and forth, coordination with a bus driver, and a long trip to deliver it to the bus. Ann has a huge heart and we are very grateful to her.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tawna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home not far from Denali!
We chose this home for its location not far from Denali National park and it worked out perfectly! The home was nice, we loved having morning coffee on the large deck!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Sad about the fires, glad it is under ctl and park is re-opened.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home
Very comfortable stay and very convenient to Denali. Nice grocery store and gas station a short drive away. Salt lick attracted a moose a few times which was fun to watch. Gorgeous views and very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Alaska Home
Beautiful property with amazing views. Loved the moose sightings. House has everything you need - well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, super clean and lots of space. Easy to find, close to town and quick easy drive to Denali. Highly recommend. Wonderful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denali House
Perfect home if you are visiting Denali. During our stay a moose wandered into the backyard. Awesome to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house
The house was great. The only disappointment was the fire in Denali National Park preventing us to access the park. The moose was cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Anniversary group 2
We were surprised and impressed with this two story home. It felt like we were moving into a new, well-furnished house. The kitchen was nicely supplied with all the condiments and incidentals needed for cooking. And we enjoyed the spacious deck and view. The home is easily accessible from the highway and close to Denali NP. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and awesome wildlife
This was a really cool place to stay. We spent a week on a cruise ship in smaller quarters, and it was really nice to be able to spread out. It was also a wonderful place to stay. We saw lots of wildlife just here in the yard. we were also able to get into town and enjoy some really good pizza and enjoy the local flavors. If you’re wondering, there is a very serviceable grocery store just up the road not more than 10 minutes walk. The national park is only about 15 to 20 minutes away. Everything is well appointed and exactly as described. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
June 2024
Great house, and a moose that would come to the backyard. Beautiful place on two acres, very comfortable. We appreciated having some basics including spices, oil and other items for cooking. And laundry detergent! I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lissette A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denali with moose
The home is comfortable and well stocked. As advertised we had moose in the yard. Everything we needed for our stay was provided, and many unexpected extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dipak C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denali
Perfect for a visit to Denali
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
The home was a good size for our family of 6 adults and 2 children. The host , Ann, was very responsive to all our questions from restaurants to flight seeing. We were entertained by regular visits from the local moose family. The home was clean and spacious and recently updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Has everything you need
This house was a great base camp during our stay in the Denali area. Communication was great. The owners helped us with other activities I. The area as well. Thanks so much for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Healy Stay in the Wilderness
We had a wonderful stay near Denali. The home surpassed our expectations. The house was extremely comfortable and clean. The view was majestic and the kitchen was well stocked. Aside from seeing moose in the backyard, we enjoyed a number of activities at Denali National Park and at nearby shops. We took a sightseeing flight with Denali Air and were blessed with a thoroughly exhilarating experience flying around Denali, up close on a gorgeous day. We had a great time at the 49th Restaurant sampling both the extensive beer menu.and the fantastic food. It was our favorite restaurant. Ann was very helpful in suggestions for our trip and took the worry out of our stay. We highly recommend this 2nd Home as being 1st Class. You won't want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ann Langenberg-Miller

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We are year-round Alaskans. Ann is a retired teacher; Terry is a retired federal worker, and Bart works in the Healy bank. We own a B&B, this vacation rental and a car rental in Healy.

Why they chose this property

Most likely you will see more trees and mountains than people when you stay at A Second Home in Denali. It is on a quiet street two blocks from "downtown" Healy, which is the closest year-round community to Denali National Park. It is a clean, quiet and well-appointed property run by year-round Alaskans. This property is in an HOA that requires the property be owner occupied.

Second Home has four lockable bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. It has two acres of lawns and forest. There are beautiful mountain views from the back of the home.

It is 1/2 mile from Highway #3. It's close enough to restaurants and attractions and tours, and far enough away to be quiet and private.

What makes this property unique

There are many features provided for your comfort: dishwasher, laundry room with washer, dryer, and hanging racks, BBQ, large porches, coded entry, TV's in every bedroom and in the large living room, pellet stove for that fireplace feeling without the mess, stocked kitchen, microwave, two ovens, extra drawer in the refrigerator, and more.

The owners have been hosting guests in the Denali area for 33 years. They know Denali National Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. They personally know the restaurants, activities, railroad destinations and flight companies. They can save you 5% on many Denali attractions. They provide rental cars with free pick up and delivery back when you rent a car from their Keys to Denali, car rental. They can save you 5% on railroad tickets throughout the state, 5% on fjords trips and 5% on flights around Denali.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests