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The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot

Big Lake vacation home with kitchen

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Interior
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedroomsSleeps 143600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wasilla, AK
  • Place, Big Lake Library
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rocky Lake State Recreation Site
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Lake South State Recreation Site
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Big Lake

On lake.You'll find Big Lake Library and Rocky Lake State Recreation Site within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Big Lake South State Recreation Site and Birch Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Big Lake Library - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rocky Lake State Recreation Site - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Big Lake South State Recreation Site - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 59 min drive - 62.7 miles
  • Alaska Regional Hospital - 62 min drive - 64.5 miles

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 20 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floaters - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Silver Fox Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Aardvark Catering and Pizza Thyme - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Big Lake Family Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Houston Lodge & Liquor - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot

The Wise Raven Retreat is a large comfortable home located on a quiet street on a 3 acre lot. The home is all on one level and offers 4 bedrooms, currently set up with 10 twin beds, 2 twin bunk beds and 4 queen beds. There are 4 bathrooms, one with a jetted tub and steam shower, a huge fully equipped kitchen with second fridge and freezer and a living space that is warm and inviting with a gas fireplace. Backyard offers a large firepit with chopped wood ready to go, a covered patio, grill, and hot tub. Plenty of outdoor parking. 3 min drive to Big Lake public boat launch.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot to the airport?

This vacation home is 56 mi (64-min drive) away from the Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot to downtown Big Lake?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi away from Big Lake.

The Wise Raven Retreat, Peaceful and Spacious Home in Big Lake on a forested lot Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy S., Kenai, AK

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was spacious and fully stocked, room for everyone to spread out comfortably. Hosts were gracious and helpful and we had an amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denali Borough S.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very nice house. Very spacious. Was big enough to accommodate our entire team and coaches. The only complaint wasn't something the host was in control of and that was how far it was to the soccer fields. But that allowed for quiet evenings to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caren K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Family Reunion

We hosted our daughter's wedding nearby and rented this vrbo for cousins and friends so they could be together. It was absolutely perfect! House was immaculate and nicely decorated. The rooms were spacious so everyone spent time together visiting. Wish we stayed longer! Property manager is kind and truly cared about our visit. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023