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**NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla

Palmer vacation home with kitchen

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, a stone fireplace, and multiple large windows offering mountain views.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, leather furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large island, and a view of mountains through the windows.
A modern wooden building with large windows and a deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Finger Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palmer

In Palmer .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Finger Lake and Finger Lake. Also, Finger Lake State Recreation Area is within 2 miles (3 km) and Cottonwood Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Finger Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Finger Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 38 min drive - 43.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 11 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Millers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Miller's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬11 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.

**NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla

Newly constructed upscale chalet situated on one of the highest elevations in the area! Incredible mountain views & southern exposure will delight you during your stay! Conveniently & centrally located in the valleys’ many amenities including popular destinations such as: Skeetawk Ski Lift (12 miles away). The iconic Bodenburg Butte Hiking Trail which is only one mile to the top where you can see breathtaking 360-degree views of the valley below(13 miles away). Matanuska Glacier (57 miles away) where you can set foot on one of Alaska’s oldest & most spectacular glaciers any time of the year! Independence Mine State Historical Park, an incredibly scenic drive up to where you can explore the history of the Alaska gold rush along with incredible views of the valley (19 miles away). And our famous Mat-Su Reindeer Farm (13 miles away) just to name a few!

We also have a huge Cottonwood tree at the edge of the property where your odds of seeing an eagle or two are in your favor as they like to perch atop the branches and scour the cliff below for prey!
You are sure to enjoy your stay with us, we are situated on a quiet street with no “through traffic”.
Come and enjoy the Land Of The Midnight Sun!!!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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

  • Unit size: 1,100 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

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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 **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.8 mi (44-min drive) away from the Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is **NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla to downtown Palmer?

This vacation home is 2.4 mi away from Gateway.

**NEW** Luxury Living close to popular hiking & skiing in Palmer Wasilla Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view, very comfortable and beautifully decorated. Kitchen was adequate for simple meals. Good location in proximity to many parks -- yet off the beaten path and quiet. Owner was easy to access and very respectful of our space. Thoroughly enjoyed our trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! The view is amazing, the house is second to none. It was a perfect home base for our glacier elopement and tour of the area. We’ll be back next year for sure!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kay j.

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

New VRBO

View incredible! Fantastic property! Everything was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

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

Outstanding house!

The best property we stayed in Alaska! The house exceeded our expectations. The standard of the interior finishes and furniture are very high compared to usual rentals and all amenities were included. Highly recommended for a stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

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

Outstanding!

This home is fantastic! The views are phenomenal. The house is immaculate, well stocked and very comfortable. The owners are communicative and helpful. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

The Amazing Eagles Perch

My wife and I travel quite a bit and “Eagles Perch” is definitely in the top three of the best places we’ve ever stayed…..ANYWHERE!! The owners (Tonja and her husband) are amazing and will do anything they can do to make your stay a very memorable experience. Put this place on your bucket list.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline G.

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

Wonderful!

We chose this property to serve as the base for our elopement and it was absolutely perfect. The home was clean and well-appointed and served as a gorgeous backdrop for photos both before and after the ceremony. We were even able to have a helicopter pick us up and drop us off at the property. Tonja, the owner, was very responsive and easy to work with throughout. Highly recommend and would absolutely book this property again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

Amazing stay!

Wow! We have visited many VRBOs and this is by far the most beautiful, well appointed home with amazing views. The interior design, furnishings and decorations should be featured in a magazine. I could live in their home full time! We decided on a stop in Palmer, AK to do a full day ATV tour to the Knik Glacier. After seeing this home listed, we decided on a 3 night stay… wish it was longer. Our stay in this home was the highlight of our trip to Alaska.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Libby R.

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

Perfect!

The house was absolutely perfect! Snow covered mountains from every window. Bathroom and kitchen were very nicely appointed. Comfortable beds. Everything you need. Hosts were spectacular, offering some wonderful suggestions for sightseeing. We were even picked up by a helicopter for a glacier walk right from the house. Amazing!! Can't recommend enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Allison R.

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

Alaska Adventure

This place was absolutely beautiful! Coffee and filtered water machine were awesome! The view was my favorite but the heated towel rack came in a close second 😊 We missed the first night do to a flight cancelation, I wish we could have worked on getting an extra day or part of the money for that day back but I understand from both ways. Overall she was a great host and it was so clean and peaceful! Would highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Breathtaking views meets luxury living

Our stay at this VRBO was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the panoramic mountain views—truly some of the most breathtaking scenery we've ever experienced. Whether sipping coffee on the deck or watching the sky change colors in the evening, the backdrop was straight out of a postcard. The home itself was immaculate and modern, with every detail thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience. Heated floors and a towel warming rack were luxurious touches that made a big difference, especially after long days of adventuring in the Alaskan chill. The space was spotless, stylish, and fully equipped with everything our family needed—from a well-stocked kitchen to cozy bedrooms and plenty of room to relax. It was clear that the hosts take great pride in this home. The attention to detail, cleanliness, and hospitality were all top-notch. It truly felt like a home away from home. We’ve stayed in many rentals over the years, and this one easily ranks among the best. Highly, highly recommend to anyone looking for a peaceful, comfortable, and unforgettable Alaskan escape.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darcy H.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025