In Sutton .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Sutton cottage, you'll find Matanuska Glacier State Recreational Site and Hundred Mile Lake. Gunsight Mountain is within 12 miles (20 km) and King Mountain State Recreation Site is within 32 miles (52 km).
Matanuska Glacier State Recreational Site - 3 min drive - 4.1 miles
Hundred Mile Lake - 4 min drive - 5.7 miles
King Mountain State Recreation Site - 29 min drive - 35.1 miles
Restaurants
Long Rifle Lodge - 3 min drive
Grand View Cafe - 6 min drive
Glacier View Diner and RV Park - 6 min drive
Long Rifle Lodge - 6 min drive
glacier brewhouse - 3 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.
Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River!
Head to the Chugach Mountains for an incredible Alaskan adventure! Located just across the road from the Matanuska Glacier, this Sutton-Alpine cottage is the perfect home base for everything on your itinerary. Head out for an epic trek across the Matanuska Glacier, take a rafting trip down the Matanuska River, or try your luck at panning for gold! After an action-packed day, return to the 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental for a home-cooked meal and a night of incredible stargazing.
Bedroom: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress
COTTAGE FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, 4-person dining table, mountain view KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, coffee maker, trash bags & paper towels GENERAL: Heated floors, linens & towels, complimentary toiletries, hangers FAQ: 3 exterior stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), no WiFi, no A/C, homeowner on-site (separate unit), 4WD/AWD recommended in winter PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking, RV/trailer parking allowed on-site
-- THE LOCATION --
NEARBY ACTIVITIES: Matanuska Glacier Viewing (3 miles), Matanuska River (4 miles), Matanuska Glacier (5 miles), river rafting, ice climbing, gold panning, ziplining TRAILS: Caribou Creek Recreational Mining Area (1 mile), Lionhead View Trail (2 miles), Chickaloon-Knik-Nelchina Trail System (14 miles) DAY TRIPS: Palmer (56 miles), Wasilla (70 miles), Anchorage (99 miles) AIRPORTS: Palmer Municipal Airport (60 miles), Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (106 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $25 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires 3 exterior stairs for access - NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning - NOTE: This property sleeps 2 guests in 1 bed, with room for 4 total by using the queen air mattress - NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi access - NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay - NOTE: Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is highly recommended in the winter months to access the property
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
Garden
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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 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
491619
Frequently asked questions
Does Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.
Does Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River! offer free breakfast?
This cottage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River!?
No, there is no casino at this cottage.
What time is check-in at Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River!?
Free parking is not available at this cottage.
Does Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River! have a pool?
This cottage does not have a pool.
Does Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cottage.
How close is Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River! to downtown Sutton?
This cottage is 3.3 mi away from Glacier View.
Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ruth F.
Mar 16, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The place was perfect for us - he worked on his computer stuff while I worked on my art stuff. The kittens had fun exploring the place and/or snuggling up with us for the weekend. We would definitely go back again one day!
Ruth F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Tom M.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful location. It was nice to be able to bring our dogs. And off the road. Nice touches. Well updated cabin. Host was very responsive and very friendly. A wonderful relaxing retreat with views of the glacier.
Tom M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Samantha H.
Jul 9, 2025
Samantha H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Jinal S.
Jul 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property and location
Very nice stay with stocked kitchen. Owner was very responsive. Would recommend for 2 people as there is only 1 bed. The air mattress doesnt work thru the night. Within 1 hour the air started deflating and we ended up sleeping on the floor. Other than sleeping situation everything else was great.
Jinal S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary A.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family visit
Beautiful spot, friendly, helpful host.
Mary A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We had a few issue with the pipes freezing but we had the most amazing experience with the northern lights on New Years Eve! The sky morphed into a 5 minute Aurora buerealis firework show! I hope I can add a video to show here. We have been on a ten day trip and this was the best show of the northern lights!
Karen H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Justin H.
Dec 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet get away
Perfect get away to unplug. Although there was no internet or tv channels, I had a good book. I went to a local coffee shop to check messages. It was great for a little peace and quiet.
Justin H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leanne B., Pembroke Pines, FL
Jul 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin!
What a beautiful property! The cabin was great! Well stocked and clean. The host left us s'more making supplies which was much appreciated! We had a fire in the backyard and played corn hole while looking out through the trees to the glacier.
Leanne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Casey Q.
Jul 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place!
Great place to stay! Super nice clean and remote! Did a lot of driving in the area nice halfway point of going to Valdez. Thanks Again Casey
Casey Q.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
James M., Lihue, HI
Jul 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Cabin Off the Beaten Path
This is great little property in a beautiful alpine area with lots of nearby hiking & sightseeing. The cabin is well stocked with a sweet porch and fire pit. The hosts were great and quick to respond to our requests. We asked for a BBQ Grill and it was waiting on our arrival along with 2 fresh salmon filets. That’s over the top! They were delicious!
Just a minor note, a TV is pictured in the property description but no tv service provided and no WiFi (which was noted in the description). Had we known we would have brought cables to view our movies & photos. With that said we loved our stay. Thank you.