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Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Kilcher Homestead
  • Homer Spit
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Homer Harbor
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat

Escape to a relaxed setting with views that inspire awe and wonder. Large cedar house with unobstructed views of Kachemak Bay, the Kenai Mountain Range and three of its glaciers.
Lie in bed and just soak up the natural beauty as the sun rises over the snow-capped mountains. Enjoy an evening fire outside while watching the moose, eagles, and cranes at play. Nestle in front of the two-sided fireplace after a day on the water catching barn-door- sized halibut. Delight in watching family play games in the large yard naturally landscaped with wildflowers. Grill the catch of the day on the back deck, making toasts to the spectacular memories made in Homer, Alaska.
Freezer space available.

Property manager

Kath and Rich
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Gym
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Homer

Located in Homer, this holiday home is in the mountains. Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pratt Museum and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Eveline State Recreation Area - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Homer Spit - 25 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 25 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 26 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Homer Harbor - 32 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Eveline State Recreation Area and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Kilcher Homestead. Kachemak Bay State Park and Homer Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramiro S.

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

Outstanding place

Al! my family really enjoy our stay in Aurora Jewel in Homer, beautiful place with an amazing view of the bay
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Aurora Jewel

The Aurora Jewel was an amazing place to stay for a family of 6. Everyone had their own space, the views were amazing and our hosts Kath and Rich were attentive. I would highly recommend this property if you are planning to spend any time in Homer, Alaska.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful place. Amazing views. Great and communicative hosts. Best vacation rental in the Homer area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan B.

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

The best place in Homer

Can’t get better views or better hosts! The house really is a “Jewel”. Will come again and will recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky N.

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

Wyoming Six

We are three brothers and their wives. The Aurora Jewel was the perfect final stay in our Alaska vacation. Each couple had their own private space with plenty of other space where we could be together! The view to the mountains and water were more than spectacular!! Sitting on the front porch was our favorite!! Kath and Rich were so welcoming and full of information for us! If you are looking to stay in Homer, don't miss out on this gem!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlin C.

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

Great stay

This is hands down the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed at! Kathy & Rich were awesome to deal with!!! The view is absolutely stunning! Will definitely stay here again if we ever go back to Homer! Saw cow/ calf moose and bear from the cabin!! Easy access from the highway!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

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

A Little Bit of Paradise

We enjoyed our stay at Fitz Creek. The house was in a perfect location just a short distance from Homer. The view was incredible! Our host Katherine was amazing and very helpful. She met us when we arrived and gave us great information about the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

RENEE Z.

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

Family Fishing Tip

It was a great house and fit our needs really well. Cousins and their spouse's over 60 getting together for a week of fishing. House was very comfortable and because of the cool rainy weather, it was nice having a fire in the fireplace. Thanks again for everything. We all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and beautiful views

Nice property with fabulous views. Spacious. Accommodated our group of 9 no problem. Need to be able to do at least one flight of stairs (entrance to the house).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori K.

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

AMAZING LOCATION! DON'T HESITATE!

We have traveled extensively within the US and multiple countries, and oh my goodness--this is by far our FAVORITE place in the world! The space and location are outstanding and work perfectly for our family of five. This home is stocked with everything that you need and if there is an issue, the owners are just a few minutes away. They are so very kind and will do whatever they can to ensure that your stay is memorable! While the location is about 25 minutes from the Homer Spit, it's worth staying out of town. The view is second to none and your chances of wildlife spotting are greatly increased. This is our second stay and it will not be our last!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob Karen L.

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

Wonderful quiet property

This was a property in a rural community with an incredible view of mountains, glaciers and Kachemak Bay. We loved the coziness of the home with the wonderful fireplace and unlimited firewood, that we used a lot. Well stocked kitchen and very comfortable beds made it a great stay for our family group of grandma & grandpa, mom & dad and 3 teen-aged kids. The main floor bedroom was a bonus for grandma & grandpa. The hosts were incredibly helpful & available. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

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

Amazing Stay!!

We had a great stay at the Aurora Jewel!! The views are absolutely stunning and we had everything we needed for our party of 5. The table was perfect for playing games while enjoying the long days and gorgeous views. The beds were so comfortable! We saw a moose on several occasions and a pheasant (I believe it was). It was a perfect location to enjoy Homer during day and family time at night. The hosts are wonderful and wanted to make sure we had everything we needed and we felt very welcomed. We will always look to stay at the Aurora Jewel when in Homer! Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

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

Awesome Alaska Visit

The view is one of the best in Homer and because it is the Old East End Road there is VERY little traffic. The yard is huge and beautiful, front and back porches for diff erent times of the day, one of them with a great grill. The house is so well equipped and the beds extremely comfortable. Every bedroom has a bath to go with it. When I vacation I spend time in the kitchen and really appreciated all the space and kitchen wares. I would go back again, no question
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Aurora Jewel is a Jewel

This home is beautiful and extremely well stocked! Especially appreciated the availability of firewood. The home is very well furnished and has plenty of additional items such as extra towels and linens. There was an issue with not being able to use the only bathtub in the home and the downstairs shower leaked or some how left water on the floor. This was immediately cleaned up with the extra towels available. We especially enjoyed the brochures and games available for our use! Would definitely stay in this home again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Incredible stay! Highly recommend

To start, the view from the lovely aurora jewel is breathtaking. Everywhere you look here in homer is beautiful, but the view from the house is something else. You get a nice full view of the mountains across the ocean. Imagine this: you wake up and the first thing you see is the incredible mountain and ocean view out the window. The house itself is so lovely and spacious. You'd never have to worry about finding an available bathroom, there's many rooms with bathrooms attached. They provided us with wood and an already created set up in the wonderful and cozy fireplace. It's a very comfy and homey place, if you're indecisive of where to stay this place is it! The owners are super kind and considerate and gave us some more details of the area around us. They pointed out some extra spots to check out that were super worth looking at! Incredible owners, incredible space and incredible view. This home is where it's at!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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

Amazing Views!

This VRBO house is amazing! The views from the picture windows were breathtakingly beautiful. We could even see the spit with their telescope. We had a nice visit with the home owners, Kath and Rich, and they gave us good advice of places to visit and eat. The drive to the spit was apx 20 minutes. It was nice to return to this quiet area up in the hills after a busy day at the spit. We spotted an Eagle in a nearby tree and had a moose visit the yard in the evenings. It was very convenient having a bathroom in each of the rooms. There was plenty of space for 3 couples, we especially liked the large kitchen table to sit around when we made some meals at the house. Even though it was July, the wood burning fire place was well used to warm up by after a long day of fishing. I highly recommend staying at this home near Homer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eli J.

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

True Alaskan Gem!

We were a family of eight celebrating a 50-year wedding anniversary, a 20-year wedding anniversary and a High School graduation. I carefully selected this property based on size, location and view. This property did not disappoint! We arrived very late as our flight did not land in Anchorage until after 7pm. What a beautiful drive from Anchorage to Homer, we were just in awe! It is a 3.5-hour drive to the home, welllll took us over 4 hours because we stopped for pictures and dinner along the way. When we arrived, the home was open and ready for us. We met with Kathy and Rich the next morning and they gave us great info on the property and the area. As they were leaving a mama moose and her two babies strolled across the yard, on cue? lol, absolutely amazing!! This home is well appointed and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The YARD and VIEW is where it is at, and so peaceful and quiet, nothing but sounds of the wildlife! Breathtaking views of the bay and glaciers kept us outside for hours just soaking it in. We used the firepit for smores for our grandson and he was able to get his zoomies out on the lawn. The drive into Homer is about 15 minutes, but come on guys, driving anywhere in Alaska is absolutely stunning, so not a problem at all. I would give this home 10 stars if i could and Kathy and Rich 20 for their hospitality. We hope to come back to Homer, and if we do, this is where we will stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Peaceful Space with a Beautiful View

The Aurora Jewel was a wonderful space for our family of five. We enjoyed the mountain, glacier and bay views immensly. We saw moose walk through the property a couple of times. The home is cozy but spacious enough for everyone to relax.The location is perfect for exploring the Homer area without staying in the more busy commercial harbor area.The hosts are outstanding and went above and beyond their duties to accomodate us during our stay!We would not hesitate to book this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Location, Location, Location

Beautiful accommodations and location for our stay with family. Home has everything you could ask for. Hope to return again soon. Thank you Kath & Rich!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

K E.

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

Great Place!

We loved our stay in Homer! Kathy and Richard were great host. We enjoyed seeing the moose in the yard. Even though the weather wasn’t great we truly enjoyed our time at Aurora Jewel!! We would love to come back and stay in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

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

Our Home Away from Home in Homer

The Aurora Jewel was absolutely great. The home is large and spacious with one of the best views in the Homer area. The house is just spectacular. The surrounding lawn and outside area are large and very well maintained. The hosts, Kathy and Rich, are very welcoming and will provide area information that you will be interested checking out. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely book this home again when in Homer, Alaska. Great home, great view and outstanding hosts!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S., Lake Jackson, Tx

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

Amazing views of the mountains, glaciers and bay!

This home was spectacular! The big windows gave stunning views of the mountains, glaciers and bay! Very well stocked and clean. Comfy beds and everything you could ask for. The hosts were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

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

Anazing home and vacation

Pefect house for a family of 8 -12. Had moose in our back yout. We had the most amazing few. It was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

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

Amazing views and wonderful hosts!

What an amazing place! If you are looking for views and a place with ALL the amenities of home …look no more!!! Beautiful home with lots of space!!! Kathy and Rich we’re top notch hosts! Quick to respond to any questions we had! This is truly a spectacular find!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

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

Stunning Views from this Meticulously Maintained Home!

The owners clearly take pride in the property. They attended to every detail and stopped by in case we had any questions. They provided great information about local activities and even had a fire ready to go in the double-sided fireplace. The house takes advantage of the spectacular Katchemak Bay views from every room. Every bedroom has its own bathroom. Located 15-20 minutes from the spit in Homer. We have stayed in many VRBOs around the world and this one is at the very top of our list!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kath and Rich

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Former owners of a Bed & Breakfast, we have thoroughly enjoyed sharing our Alaskan adventures with our guests. In this new venture, we offer all the hospitality of a B&B but with the privacy and independence of a vacation rental. We are nearby to accommodate your needs but do not live on site. We work in the teaching and construction professions, finding joy in the building of dreams and futures. Our other passions include fishing, biking, skiing, hiking, gardening, travel, and family.

Why they chose this property

Homer is a microcosm of all the best of Alaska: mountains, glaciers, the ocean, wildlife, fishing, adventure!

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location.
Quiet setting with stunning panoramic views of the glaciated Kenai Mountain range and the sapphire-blue waters of Kachemak Bay.
House is cedar, spacious, and ready to make you feel at home in Homer. space includes over 3 acres... fire pit overlooks incredible view...
Fireweed, moose, sandhill cranes, eagles, ... and, ah, peace and quiet. Serenely magnificent.

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