Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer

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Doc Brown hangs from the clock tower!
As seen in August.
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Colony House Museum
    8 min walk
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center
    10 min walk
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center
    13 min walk
  • Palmer, AK (PAQ)
    5 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Hill Valley Continuum

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

The Multiverse & Microverse

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Hill Valley Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Quantum Realm

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer

Go north to the future and back in time! Welcome to Downtown Palmer's 5-star "Night in Another Time" experience! Specially designed for the Sci-Fi, movie, or history buffs in your life, this imaginative museum will fire your imagination and thrill your kids. The mountain view is spectacular, the grounds are delightful and the downtown location is ideal for walking. The entire upstairs level of the house is yours to enjoy as each room is modeled on a different era from famous time travel movies. There are plenty of games and activities for rainy days, too! There are 2 bedrooms with private baths that sleep up to 5 adults. An excellent self-serve breakfast features "Hill Valley Breakfast Sandwiches" and "Clara's Souffles." A former Walt Disney Imagineer lovingly designed these rooms to give you an unforgettable and informative experience. Please enjoy the garden and the Stargate Treehouse, too. There is an orientation video.

Things you'll see: 1) The Luggage Lift is a little amusement ride for your suitcases - it will lift your wheeled luggage to the 2nd floor in style.

2) The 1950s Paradox Parlor presents the story of The Twelve Monkeys SyFy series. Your hostess busses and resets the breakfast table every day. (there is no kitchen sink in the guest quarters)

3) The Hill Valley Continuum is what the Victorian honeymoon suite of Doc Brown and Clara Clayton might have looked like in 1885. If you've never seen Back to the Future 3, this is the perfect place to do that.

4) The Multiverse is where many stories collide. There are two twin beds and a bonus bed. The universe is depicted on the ceiling, the stars glow in the dark and there are other mechanical wonders to amuse young travelers in this room. The Micro-verse (walk-in closet) can be transformed into a tiny bedroom with a 5'9" bed.

5)The hall bathroom (Quantum Realm) has a step stool for small travelers and features displays about the Quantum Leap TV show.

6) The Stargate Treehouse is a fun little space to have tea and watch the birds. There is a heater. The swing can support a grown-up!

*My Cleaning ritual always includes a timely dose of UV sanitizing light, killing 99.5% of all viruses, mites & bacteria.

Property manager

Carol Dorman
Premier Host

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Paradox Tea Time Party is available.

Pets

No pets 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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Note from host: Paradox Tea Time Party is available.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area and on a lake. Colony House Museum and Alaska Live Steamers are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arkose Brewery and Palmer Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Musk Ox Farm and Reindeer Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Colony House Museum - 8 min walk
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 13 min walk
  • Musk Ox Farm - 5 min drive
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 9 min drive
  • Reindeer Farm - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 16 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sophia's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Valley Hotel 24/7 Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Dipper Homemade Ice Cream - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Palmer City Alehouse - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Unique & Imaginative: Time Traveler's B&B in Downtown Palmer located?

Located in the mountains, this Palmer bed & breakfast offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mile (2 km) of Colony House Museum, Palmer Visitor Information Center and Mat-Su Visitors Center. Musk Ox Farm and Palmer Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott A W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Very quiet neighborhood and close to everything.I enjoyed my stay and would recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing in every way!
I can’t say enough wonderful things about this place and its host. She anticipates your every need, leaves detailed instructions and it is such a fun place to explore, you could easily be entertained just staying in. There’s movies, an adorable parlor with a great Mountain View, garden..fun little gadgets from the past and future. Notes and pictures everywhere describing some of her favorite movies etc..Just all around amazing. I would recommend to anyone, any time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a blast!
The cutest, most entertaining, bed & breakfast I have ever stayed in. Carol is the hostess with the mostest. Plus, neat has a pin, very clean, highly organized, delicious food, mountain views, all types of tea & coffee, a little ‘TV’ in the Parlor showing ‘I Love Lucy’ highlights, …..every detail of this place is a treat! and, Palmer is the perfect location for exploring Alaska on a roadtrip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not the usual ABNB!
Check in and check out where effortless. Carrol’s video is very informative and I watched it several times to make sure I didn’t miss anything. Spent three days, could’ve spent a week to read all the interesting items throughout the property. Fresh coffee every morning and goodies in the fridge and freezer were a welcome treat. I’ll go back with my wife next time we visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nataliya K.

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Thank you
Everything was very clean and thoughtfully prepared for our arrival. The beds were super comfortable and the goose down blankets made our sleep excellent. Carol had lemonade, and yummy cookies waiting for us that we very much enjoyed with tea and hot chocolate. Thank you, Carol, for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Quiet areas. Great view from parlor table.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
This was an absolutely great place to stay. The views were wonderful. It was very walkable to Palmer, which made our stay even better. Carol, our host, was very thoughtful. She was kind, understanding and easy to communicate with. She seemed to have thought through every detail to make it better. The beds were comfortable and it was helpful having a separate room for the kiddos. It was endearingly quirky and fun. My eight year old said it was his favorite part of the whole trip. We will definitely be staying here again when we visit in the future
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jackie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Carol’s attention to detail is top notch to make her place unique and fun! Although Carol lives downstairs, you won’t see her unless you need to….she is very responsive to any requests and the coffee and milk appears in the morning to add to the assortment of breakfast goodies! I’d stay here again. Walking distance to downtown Palmer shopping and restaurants. Beds are comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Stay in Palmer!
Carol and her property both deserve top ratings! She had everything taken care of. Uniquely appointed residence filled with entertainment and information. She was responsive to my requests but never intrusive. I would not hesitate to stay here if we ever get back to Palmer. We enjoyed every minute of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tish S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Carols home is amazing and very unique. The Parlor is a nice place to relax, have a bite to eat and enjoy the views. Carol stocks the fridge and freezer with a lovely variety of food for breakfast. We were quite full when we left and everything was delicious. We definitely enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend a visit here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and unique
Every detail of this property is carefully thought out. We enjoyed reading about all the time travel movies and viewing the related items. The garden was the perfect place to relax after a day of sightseeing. Location worked out great for us as well. Hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leesa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time Travelers Bed and Breakfast Fabulous stay
What a wonderful and amazing place. Everything was so much more interesting than the VRBO listing, and the accommodations were genuinely first class. Conveniently located, and a great introductory video from Carol that left nothing to have to ask about! A timeless treasure! Carol was very prompt when asking questions before booking and was an outstanding host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treasured Time
I’ve been visiting Palmer every few months for the last couple of years, staying at local hotels. No more! On a whim, I looked for a B&B for this trip and found Time Travelers. What a wonderful and amazing place. Everything was so much more interesting than the VRBO listing, and the accommodations were genuinely first class. Conveniently located, and a great introductory video from Carol that left nothing to have to ask about! A timeless treasure! No more local hotels for my trips to Palmer!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray C.

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amazing house and memorabilia
The house was amazing. The breakfast was good and plentiful. She supplied anything you may need in the house. Someone in our group needed nail file and it was in a bathroom drawer. She thought of everything. We would definitely stay here again. The "Back To The Future" memorabilia throughout the house was enjoyable. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and charming! A delightful night’s stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

william d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no other property like this, anywhere! But you must visit and stay to appreciate the detail, the wonder and amazement of it all. Perfect for kids or kids at heart! In the perfect location for adventure. You will not regret it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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A Magical Stay at Time Traveler's B&B
My family and I were absolutely charmed by Time Traveler's B&B in downtown Palmer. Our overnight stay was brief, but the attention to detail, cozy beds, and thoughtful (and creative!) touches throughout the B&B made our experience a great one. It was a journey through time and imagination that we thoroughly enjoyed — thank you, Carol!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun family getaway
The Time Traveler's B&B was the perfect place for a weekend away with my kids. We all enjoyed the sci-fi decor, breakfast, and movie selection. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a private breakfast room, there was a ton of space to relax in. Bonus points for the backyard swing set and tree house!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny F.

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Perfect Palmer Stay
The Time Travelers B&B was amazing! Our host was so fabulous. We had homemade cookies and cocoa! Every need was anticipated and met! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne W.

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nice stay
this place worked nice for us, plus it included breakfast. very clean. we went to talkeetna one day (90 min drive). then reindeer farm the next day. ate at palmer ale house, very good. also ate at AK philly sandwiches, again very good. this place was close to downtown. no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A.

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What a fun place!
Time travelers is an adorable place to stay. Clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen in a great location. Be prepared to do a lot of reading and enjoy the movies and displays.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

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Unique Accommodations
We enjoyed our stay. Everything was quirky, creative, clean, and cozy. It was the sort of experience we look for. Thank you for a lovely birthday weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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Short stay but great!
We just overnighted but it’s such an adorable little find. You could spend a whole day there reading all the cool stuff Carol has done or exploring the various movie rooms and seeing something new.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

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clean & cozy
Very clean, organized, & unique. Comfortable and welcoming.The food was delicious. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot for rest and intrigue
One of our favorite parts of staying at the time travelers B&B was the breakfast selection. The freezer and the refrigerator were fully stocked and we even had fresh baked cookies to welcome us on our first day. The kids loved to explore the backyard, and we all thought that the treehouse was super cool! All of the inside decor was so unique, and we enjoyed reading a lot about time travel. The kids especially loved the luggage lift. It was a great spot to rest after exploring all day. We all slept great! The only downfall was there was not a large shared space for the four of us to watch a movie together, but just for a couple days, we made it work and it was okay. The host was super responsive, and that was greatly appreciated! Laundry worked great. Plenty of hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carol Dorman

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Carol is a former Walt Disney Imagineer and Back to the Future 3 cast member among many other curious jobs over the years. She loves hosting sci-fi nerds and families with active imaginations!

Why they chose this property

Palmer is a small town and I have family members nearby. After 25 years in the entertainment industry, it was time for my "second act". Alaska gives residents a sense of time-warp every year with short winter days and long summer ones. I love the adventurous weather here!

What makes this property unique

This is a fascinating place in all seasons. There are little surprises to keep your brain running. What if? Use your imagination and enjoy your TIME here! I am currently working on the addition of a small tree house (bird observatory) in the back garden. Be sure to watch the orientation video and bring slippers if you have them.

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