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Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1

Palmer vacation home with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
TV, Netflix, DVD player, streaming services
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Matanuska-Susitna, AK
  • Place, Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palmer

In Palmer .You'll find Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Also, Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area is within 3 miles (5 km) and Finger Lake State Recreation Area is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Reindeer Farm - 21 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 33 min drive - 37.8 miles
  • Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 35 min drive - 40.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 10 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Little Millers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Miller's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thai Asian Cuisine Restaurant - ‬7 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.

Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1

The Villas of Matanuska are Glacier Suites’ original & most centrally-located set of eight standalone residences, all constructed using ICF (insulated concrete forms) for the ultimate in comfort and quiet. The fully-furnished, standalone villas each have 3-bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, radiant heated floors, a fully-stocked kitchen, storage room, ensuite laundry, charming living areas and many more upgraded amenities designed to accommodate up to 8 guests. Enjoy wooded views while you Netflix and chill on our Roku-enabled TV, or keep up with business using the included wifi. This location boasts a prime location just minutes from downtown Palmer, Hatcher Pass, or Wasilla, with convenient access to all of the main highways.
Palmer is just 45-60 minutes northeast of Anchorage, and is a an ideal basecamp for all kinds of attractions throughout south central Alaska. While adventure & activities (like Hatcher Pass, the Reindeer Farm, Musk Ox Farm, Glacier Tours, and more!) are practically right in our backyard, we are also a great go-between for stays ranging north to Talkeetna & Denali National Park, northeast to the Matanuska Glacier & out to the Al-Can Highway, and, of course, south to the fishing & outdoor mecca that is Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
We make your Alaskan getaway comfortable, clean and convenient. Private guest accommodations at this residence include:
- 1 primary queen bedroom with ensuite full bathroom
- 1 bedroom with queen size bed
- 1 bedroom with two twin beds
- 2 additional cots stored in the twin guest room closet
*Pets welcome. Contact your host for additional information.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Modern Conveniences in the Wild Alaska! Palmer
324840
Modern Conveniences in the Wild Alaska! Private vacation home
Modern Conveniences in the Wild Alaska! Palmer
Modern Conveniences in the Wild Alaska! Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 to the airport?

This vacation home is 36.7 mi (39-min drive) away from the Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1?

As of Jan 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 on Jan 4, 2026 start from $185.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 to downtown Palmer?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Gateway.

Matanuska Villa #1, Glacier Suites - Matanuska Villa #1 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Host was very accommodating to a last minute change in travel dates and the property was great. Only exception was the odd bath tub layout and fit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy access into lovely home and owner had quick response to questions. Plenty of space for 4 adults and 4 tweens. Great location right off main road.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a modern spacious and clean stand alone home with more than enough space for a larger group. The proximity to Hatcher's Pass makes it a great place to stay when adventuring nearby. Communication with the property manager was great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin P.

Hockey base camp

The property was clean, simple and close enough to our venues. The T.V. Remote was broken, but other than that we had a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Glacier suites is conveniently located right between Palmer and Wasilla and easy access to the Glenn Hwy. Melany responded quickly to our questions and the rate is very reasonable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

We enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Palmer

My husband, daughter, son-in-law and I stayed at this property while in the area for a family wedding. The house was very clean, attractive and comfortable. We enjoyed the open living/kitchen area for relaxing in the evening when our activities were over. We appreciated that there were laundry facilities. The neighborhood is very quiet yet has easy access to major thoroughfares that connect to both downtown Palmer and Anchorage. Check in, check out and communications were all clear and smooth. I highly recommend this property to anyone needing accommodations for 4 to 6 people, with easy access to Palmer, Wasilla and Anchorage.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Very nice! Very clean. Perfect for exploring the whole mat su valley!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and great host

We were only here for a short one night stay but really enjoyed the home. Appeared to be very new, had everything we needed, and the host was very easy to communicate with. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very spacious

We are a family of 5 and the property was incredibly spacious, clean and very nice. We only stayed 1 night as we were making our way up to Fairbanks. Wish we could have stayed a little longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, quiet and comfortable

This property is in a very convenient central location when visiting the valley. The house was spacious and tastefully decorated. Plenty of privacy too. All in all a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Very clean and well stocked. Convient location for exploring the Mat-Su Valley. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 25 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice!

This place was super clean and had everything we needed! Warm and comfortable! Little tough to find but read the directions given and that will help! Don’t trust your phone!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right

Clean, spacious, quiet and warm. Plenty of hot water for parents, grandparents, and young folks after ice skating competiton and hockey tournament. A haven in midst of much coming and going. Very nice to be able to reconvene over dinner together at end of busy day. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Very nice location. Roomy, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Full kitchen. Nice looking and comfortable. Excellent place to explore the area from. We really enjoyed the accommodations. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Great property for family or just small group. Easily handicapped accessible.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dianna O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to Stay

We had trouble getting into our place the first night, but was able to call the property manager and get in without a problem. Beautiful place to stay! Great rooms, great kitchen. Enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and Spacious

The place was very clean, comfortable, and spacious. I would definitely recommend to anyone with a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place!

Our last night in Alaska and this place did not disappoint. Very nice and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Comfortable, tastefully decorated, and clean. Really appreciated the washer and dryer. Would’ve liked soaps and shampoo in both the bathrooms, but other than that small detail, it was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019