Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Explore the area

Indian, AK

Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site10 min walk
Chugach State Park14 min drive
Alyeska Ski Resort20 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Paper Room

1 Queen Bed

Rock Room

1 King Bed

Scissor Room

+2

4 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Paper

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Rock

Shower only

Scissor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Landing in Alaska and sleeping in a log home, handcrafted from large spruce trees is in itself, a unique experience but when you wake up in the morning and see the view... You will understand why couples get married here!

Conveniently located between Anchorage and Girdwood, AK it's a quick 30 minute drive south of the Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport. The lodge is situated uphill from Indian Valley Mine, a 1901 National Historic Site where you can learn how to pan for Gold!

With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 8 beds, it's perfect to set up home base for day trips close by or as a jumping off spot for the Kenai.

Consider using the lodge to host private parties or weddings, white party tents are available with extra fees.

Please note: There is a caretaker and a private caretaker’s area designed to keep the lodge running smoothly. During the time of your reservations, no areas are shared other than the driveway for onsite parking.

Property manager

Arlene Cowles

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Fireplace

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

$2,500 Additional Event Fee - 30 guests maximum

Pets

No pets allowed

Moose, bear, coyote, & eagles are frequently seen

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Events and Parties are not allowed. Any event is an additional fee of $2,500.

Keep bathrooms, kitchen, and living area clean during your entire stay. Cleaning charges may be levied at $100 hr for clean-up beyond the ordinary.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Note from host: $2,500 Additional Event Fee - 30 guests maximum

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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Indian

Located in Indian, this chalet is in the mountains and on a river. Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site and Potter Section House State Historical Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chugach State Park and Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Indian, AK

What's nearby

Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site - 10 min walk
Chugach State Park - 14 min drive
Girdwood Town Square - 19 min drive
Alyeska Ski Resort - 20 min drive
Alaska Zoo - 22 min drive

Getting around

Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 16 min drive
Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

Brown Bear Saloon - 2 min drive
Turnagain Arm BBQ Pit - 12 min walk
Dirty Skillet - 73 min drive
Seaview Cafe & Bar - 75 min drive
Indian House Restaurant - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue?

As of 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue on 3 June 2024 start from NZ$1,026.46, 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.

What time is check-in at Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Turnagain View Lodge & Wedding Venue located?

This family-friendly Indian chalet is located on the riverfront, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chugach State Park and Penguin Valley Trailhead. McHugh Creek Recreation Area and Rainbow Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

RUSSELL S., Riggins Idaho

4 July 2023

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

Alaska review

The property was clean and beautiful but, a few more cooking pans would be helpful. I didn't realize someone was living in the house during our stay. We heard noises at night of radio or TV and moving furniture.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H., Kingsport, TN

17 June 2023

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

Beautiful cabin with gorgeous view

This cabin was the perfect overnight stay on our trek from Talkeetna to Seward. The cabin itself is very nice and far more spacious than we expected from the listing. The beds were comfortable and everything was clean. It was too cool to sit out on the 2nd floor deck for long. Fortunately the third floor has a spectacular view to enjoy from inside with a wall of windows. Be sure to save time to pan for gold at their mine at the base of property!

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

24 September 2022

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

Alaska250

Beautiful views and a lovely home. Very spacious and close to Anchorage, Alyesksa and Girdwood.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

16 September 2022

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

Perfect Location

The lodge was great…gorgeous view, very comfortable, had everything we needed and the perfect location for all of our excursions. Terrific hosts! We hope to be back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

27 July 2022

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

Beautiful view

We loved this huge rental. Beautiful view. I’ve read another review about the other person living on site and it didn’t bother us one bit. No different than a hotel but WAY nicer!! Had everything we needed for our stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Arlene Cowles

Your hosts are long-time Alaskans, Roger & Arlene Cowles. These two are some of the most adventurous people you'll probably ever meet in your lifetime. They met in a most unusual place... Utqiagvik, AK formally known as Barrow.

Roger Cowles, rode a bicycle he custom built, 1,160 miles from Anchorage to Nome, on the Iditarod Trail. This was the first time that any modern day cyclist had ever rode this winter trail of snow and ice.

http://www.frontiersman.com/valley_life/evolution-of-fat-tire-bikes-traces-roots-to-redington/article_70b90e50-9138-11e3-ac20-001a4bcf887a.html

http://www.alaskaultrasport.com/iditarod_trail_invitational/race%20history.html

Arlene Cowles, spent 7 summers kayak touring around the coastal waters of the Beaufort Sea, the Chukchi Sea, and below the Bering Strait, the Bering Sea. Plus, a bit in the Gulf of Alaska. In 1989 her and previous husband, Martin Leonard III, kayaked from Nome to Wales and then cross the Bering Strait to the village of Uelen, then continued southwest along the Siberian coastline ending in Provideniya. They left their kayaks in good hands at the dock and then flew with Bering Air to Provideniya's sister city, Nome, AK.

Why they chose this property

The lodge and wedding venue is in a natural setting with expansive views overlooking the waters of Turnagain Arm and backdropped by the mountains of Chugach State Park.

What makes this property unique

We gift our guests with a free tour around the historic, Indian Valley Gold Mine. There we demonstrate how to pan gold and teach panning techniques to ensure gold recovery. Pick up your complementary bucket of pay dirt from the gift shop and yes, you get to keep all the gold you find!

We also offer a 10% discounted rate for glacier cruises in Whittier and Seward.

If you like to hike, there is a path behind the lodge that connects to the Chugach State Park Turnagain Arm Tails, which will traverse the lower part of Indian Mountain all the way to Windy Point. With less than a mile hike from the lodge you can gaze over the bluff at Hope, Alaska and the tidal water flats of Turnagain Arm.

Call if you have any questions or need help with trip planning. We strive to answer our phone 24/7 907 444 6898

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