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You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife

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Mama moose and calf walking through the yard (provided by guest)
Enjoy the beautiful views of the mountains and ocean
Mama moose with calf watching for the next guests to arrive.(provided by a guest
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Place, Kilcher Homestead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Homer Spit
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Homer Harbor
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife

Lots of privacy on this 2.5-acre property located out East End Road in a quiet neighborhood. A short, beautiful 15-minute ride from Homer with views of the bay and mountains along the way. If you want to see wildlife, you need to get out-of-town.

Easy living on one-level. No stairs, 1,100 square feet, plenty of room for four people. Living room has Satellite TV, DVD player, and stereo. Nice, covered 200-square foot deck if you want to sit outside and just enjoy the great outdoors. (WE ARE NOT ABLE TO HAVE A GAS GRILL ON THE PROPERTY DUE TO INSURANCE LIABILITY.) Vaulted ceiling. Two-bedrooms with queen beds. All doorways have a 36" wide opening. One bathroom, walk-in shower, no tub. Fully-equipped kitchen with oven and cook top, microwave and refrigerator with ice maker. Washer and dryer. Light-filtering blinds in every room.

Beautiful views of Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains across the way. This is a place on earth where the mountains meet the ocean, so relax and enjoy the views.

Safeway grocery store in Homer offers a discount card by using your phone number. You may sign up online or in-store.

Some local restaurants we enjoy include Duncan House in downtown Homer which offers reasonably priced breakfast and lunch; Lands Ends at the end of the spit offers a view of the bay; and Captain Patties on the spit. In "old town" Homer is AJ's for upscale steak and seafood dining and Three Sisters Bakery, a unique coffeehouse with homemade baked goods.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
20% processing fee for any cancellation made prior to the 60-day non-refundable cancellation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Homer

Homer is home to this holiday home. Ptarmigan Arts and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pratt Museum and Bunnell Street Arts Center.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Kilcher Homestead - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Homer Spit - 17 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Homer Harbor - 22 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boat Yard Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪K-Bay Caffé & Roasting Co. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Homestead Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi's Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Down East Saloon - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife on 14 May 2026 start from NZ$433, including 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.

How much is parking at You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is You have to get out-of-town to see the wildlife located?

Situated in Homer, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Kilcher Homestead and within 6 miles (10 km) of Homer Golf Course and Eveline State Recreation Area. Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead and Homer Spit are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reede S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and quiet, relaxing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

Beautiful

Great place! Perfect for our needs!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
A beautiful home in a perfect location to enjoy the best of Homer and the Alaska experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Family Alaskan Adventure

Beautiful scenery right out the front door! Close to town but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James U.

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

Wanted to stay longer!

Lovely home, spacious open floor plan, clean. Everything we needed was there! So quiet and peaceful. Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Our stay in Fritz Creek

The property was perfect. We enjoyed sitting on the porch, there was assortment of birds and we had a few moose visit each day. It was great!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

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

Peaceful adventure in Homet

We enjoyed visiting the spit and shopping, then returning to a lovely place in Fritz Creek. We had morning coffee and afternoon cocktails on the deck. We saw moose 3 times and many birds. Really enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The moose pathway house

It was a beautiful view and very serene. We did see a mama moose and her calf. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Beautiful view

Beautiful view of mountains and the ocean. Home was very comfortable, clean, and well stocked. Direct tv worked and cell coverage was good at location. We booked the location for the chance of seeing wildlife but we weren’t successful 😢
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Cabin with a View and a Moose

This cabin is on a slope overlooking Kachemak Bay and Kachemak state park. The view off the deck in the front is gorgeous. We saw a moose off the deck two out of the three days we were there. It is located close to restaurants, shops, and the Homer spit. There are many local restaurants and things to do. The cabin was clean, the beds were comfortable, and the shower had good water pressure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg S.

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

This is the place for us!

I’ve lived in AK, Anchorage borough, for over 30 years.we have family and friends visit nearly every summer. In the past we’ve always stayed at the Lands End, but no more. This home is a true jewel. Quiet, clean, fully stocked, 2 bedrooms and a full kitchen great bath! Then the porch is idyllic. Large enough for every one to stretch out, nice table and chairs for enjoying breakfast outside. But the view knocks you out. There is a large, natural, front yard that brings birds and moose out for your viewing pleasure. The mountains twinkle and shine across Katchemack Bay. Definitely a must stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara A.

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

So quiet with magnificent views.

Comfy cabin deep in the trees at Fritz Creek…about 15 minutes outside Homer. Easy drive. Be sure to stop for coffee at the general store. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beds with flannel sheets were great. No other buildings or neighbors in sight. The moose walked by the patio one evening. Awesome view of mountains, sky and clouds over the bay from front room. Quiet nights. Check-in worked great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy I.

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

Awesome Place to Stay

The property was clean and neat. The location was perfect and the Moose did not disappoint!!! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandy l.

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

Great place to stay and saw 4 moose.

We stayed here for 3 nights. The property is well maintained and the view out the back window is spectacular. Very relaxing. The last night we saw a cow moose, another cow and her calf and a bull moose. Fun evening watching them out the back window.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

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

Excellent view with a peaceful location.

This was a great experience booking and communicating with the owner, highly recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Quiet refuge

The house was great and had an awesome view! We got to see a moose one evening right off the deck. Will try to book again on our trip next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

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

Great Place and Great Location!

The cabin was clean and attractive. The view of the Bay and Mountains was spectacular. The cow and year old calf showed up every day. We would liked being out to the town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia I.

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

Best View Ever

This was an amazing place to stay. Just outside of town enough to be totally quiet and peaceful. The property was beautiful, clean and the beds were comfortable. Only problem is that the moose knocked down the TV satellite dish so we didn’t have use of the television. But we did yet to see the moose walk by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

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

The best view you could ask for!

About 18 minutes away from Homer. This place has a million dollar view from the back porch! It had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Everything we expected and so much more!

We loved every second of our trip to Fritz Creek & Homer. The view of Kachemak Bay & state park from the front porch is beyond breathtaking. We watched a cow moose and her calf meander across the back of the property one afternoon just before sundown. It's a short drive, and occasional water taxi (we used Ashore Water Taxi on the spit), to the most beautiful hiking trails. Grewingk Glacier Trail & Wynn Nature Center were our favorites. The house has a true Alaskan feel with all the creature comforts of home. Cozy, warm & wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Eileen B.

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

Homer stay

This property was a good sized and warm place to stay during our visit to Homer, with a nice view. We saw a moose mamma and her calf in the yard on our first night. The bed was comfortable. It was not the cleanest property I have stayed in, and the towels were old and thin. There is a washer/dryer which is convenient. Guests should be aware that there is no WIFI and no BBQ, although the picture of the porch showed a grill.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2021
Towels and cleaning service have been replaced. Working on getting WIFI. We are not allowed to have a grill on the covered deck due to insurance purposes. This was stated in the property description.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Secluded, moose sighting

We spent time halibut fishing (Josh at Big Butts Chater was awesome), on the spit Lots, and went to the winery. Only recommendation would be for mirrors in the bedrooms then 1 bath for 2 couples works well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mya W.

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

Amazing view, great location

Very easy check-in/access. Fantastic view, private, great location. Perfect fit for two couples, or small family of 4. Clean, comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay at this property. It is close enough to Homer to take advantage of the town, but out enough to be very quiet and peaceful. Loved the view and enjoyed sitting outside on the deck with coffee in the morning and dinner in the evening. Even saw moose a couple times near the house. House met all our needs with comfortable beds and a hot shower. We spent most of our time out in Homer or hiking across the bay in the park. Host recommended the near by Wasabi restaurant which we tried and loved. Also liked the Fritz Creek general store, which had great baked goods. The Eveline State Recreation Area was very close by and offered outstanding views of the mountains and glaciers across the bay and wonderful wildflowers..don't miss it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

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

Nice quiet place out of town

We were skeptical we'd see a moose in the backyard, but then we saw a mama with her baby a couple of times. Stunning view also. Would be nice if the couch was a pullout bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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