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Top King Value • Kitchen • Wifi • Northern Lights

Ski-in/ski-out access for fun in the snow

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Comfy King Bed – Rest easy on the luxurious king-size bed, designed for ultimate comfort.
Fully Stocked Kitchen – Cook like a pro in our fully equipped kitchen! Y
Dining Table Downstairs – Gather around the cozy dining table downstairs.
Large Windows & Natural Light – Trailside is bathed in natural light, thanks to large windows.
Coffee & Tea Station – Start your mornings right with a fully stocked coffee and tea station!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 392.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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Willow, AK

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Top King Value • Kitchen • Wifi • Northern Lights

Make Trailside Alaska your home base at Mile 73, perfectly positioned for exploring Denali, Talkeetna, and Willow. Upstairs, enjoy a cozy king bed, a pocket twin, a table for four, and a guest Mac with fast Wi-Fi—plus an elevated viewing space that’s ideal for catching the Northern Lights. Downstairs, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen, a hot shower, and year-round climate control that makes settling in easy. Step outside onto an expansive deck, knowing the most affordable dog sled tours and mushing experiences are right here on site. You’re not just close to the adventure—you’re already home.

Check out our website (alaskadogcenter.com/tours) and book family and senior friendly dog sled tours.

About the deck: it’s so large—24 by 76 feet—that we call it the SuperDeck. Outfitted with four outdoor seating chairs, a Solo Stove, and plenty of firewood, it’s built for long Alaskan nights. This is the perfect place to watch dog teams go by, take in endless sunsets, look for the Northern Lights, or simply unwind by the fire after a full day of adventure.

Trailside Alaska is also known as “M73 Airbnb”, a name carried over from our original launch in 2020. With easy highway access, private parking for cars and trailers, and a central location near Hatcher Pass, the Nancy Lakes Recreation Area, and Little Susitna Landing, it’s an ideal basecamp for exploring some of the best outdoor recreation Alaska has to offer.

Enjoy the convenience during the summer months of our famous Trailside Cafe @ Mile 73. Order fresh meals, coffee drinks, smoothies, and desserts. The Trailside Vacation Rental is known for its unique location on sled dog training trails in the dog mushing capital of the world. Book your stay today and experience Alaska like never before!



Your hosts - Kale & Carrie

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Laundry
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Willow

Located in Willow, this holiday home is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Willow Creek Studio, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kashwitna Lake and Willow Lake.
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Willow, AK

Getting around

  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lead Dog Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • Burnt Toast
  • ‪Roni's Chinook Deli and Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Trailside Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Willow Trading Post - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Trailside Alaska - King, Wifi, Shower, Kitchen/Coffee, Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Trailside Alaska - King, Wifi, Shower, Kitchen/Coffee, Deck?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Trailside Alaska - King, Wifi, Shower, Kitchen/Coffee, Deck?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Trailside Alaska - King, Wifi, Shower, Kitchen/Coffee, Deck located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out holiday home in Willow is within 6 mi (10 km) of Kashwitna Lake, Willow Lake and Ruth Lake. Willow Creek State Recreation Area and Long Lake are also within 6 miles (10 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. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Faye B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a stay on the way to Denali. Our stay was brief but the house had everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
They had the fire going and the VRBO was warm and toasty. They had everything you could possibly need. I would definitely book this again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay! Had a great experience and it really gave a “true Alaska vibe”. Very comfortable and cozy. We would stay here anytime!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ephantus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The area is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

April K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place, very awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Excellent Hospitality

Very easy to find. They were very accommodating and go well above and beyond to make sure your stay is enjoyable. Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful, unique space! It was the perfect setup for me and super cozy. Loved seeing the dogs and the cafe was super yummy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

patty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great fun! Unique and fun place to stay. We went on the dog sled ride and had such a great experience with Carrie explaining everything and letting us help with the dogs. They were so great- everything was!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Loved it!

My friend stayed here when they were visiting me in Willow and absolutely loved it. Peaceful and relaxing yet. Conveniently located near delicious food and outdoor enjoyment. Sled dogs were an added bonus?
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam J.

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

Great stay!!

My wife and I stayed here for a portion of our honeymoon. We had a fantastic time here the facility was wonderful, comfortable bed, perfect wood burner for cold nights. The hosts are great to work with and accommodate your needs very well!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin that was very clean and warm when we arrived. Fully stocked with anything you would need. The king size bed was very comfortable.There is a Coffee shop next door with yummy shakes, drinks, food options and dog treats too! Located just off the highway but also felt secluded and safe. The owners are very nice and accommodating and we really enjoyed our stay. This will be our first pick when returning to Alaska! Thank you Kale and Carrie!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dorothy t.

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

Nice and comfy

The cabin is spacious, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn and Celia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Trailside was simply perfect. Spacious, quiet, comfortable, and a great value. Generously and warmly appointed. Super friendly (and inspiring) hosts. Felt like home. Sweet dogs nearby, and a fabulous cafe next store. I wish we were here longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Fitzpatrick F.

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

Warm & Toasty

with all the firewood we could ever need, our stay in Willow was warm and toasty! The perfect place to get away from life for a few days, just to relax and soak in the view!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very dog friendly! Cozy place but light switches are limited for going up and down stairs - need a flashlight.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pepper

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you so much for the wonderful day/night. Kale & Carrie were great at communicating. Check in and check out were a breeze. The place is clean, cozy and just what we needed after a day of travel. And it has the tallest shower I have ever seen.! very dog friendly!! highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Nice place to stay

First time in Alaska. Impressive area to visit. Clean quite place to stay. Plus has a place right next door to eat. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

Beautiful and cozy stay

We had a great time during our stay! Check in/out was super easy, and the property manager came by to show us how to work the stove. The house was beautiful and cozy, and we loved the views out the windows from the second floor. If we come back to the area we will definitely try and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

clifford s.

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

Willow

Awesome place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendall E.

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

Super comfortable stay in Willow

My wife and I loved the time we spent in Willow and hope to go back again some day. Next time we hope to do a kennel tour or go for a dog sled tour. This stay was part of a trip we’ll remember the rest of our lives. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan M.

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

Honeymoon

Communication with host was awesome, check in was super easy, and stay was great! Cozy cabin lower level, with a really nice large bedroom upstairs. Large patio for hanging out, and the sounds of howling sled dogs in the morning really accents the Alaskan outdoors.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Visiting family close by!

We loved the property and its proximity to family. Host Kale was super friendly and easy to work with. Met a few of the dogs! We will definitely be back. We even saw Denali every day we were here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Della S.

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

Willow

The property is quite a lovely place to stay. Plenty of space to hang out and relax, go on a walk about, or relax in the hammock. Always clean, fully stocked kitchen and comfy beds. 10
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg B.

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

Overnight stay.

Awesome cabin. If I knew a propane grill was available I would have brought items to grill. Suggest including a picture of the grill. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue Moorer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is an entire 1-bedroom house - full kitchen, large bedroom with a heavenly king bed plus a built-in bunk bed. We were invited to use the washer, which helped a lot. Sat out on the deck to relax. There’s a cafe on property with fantastic meals -very reasonably priced and so good that we ended up eating breakfast, lunch and dinner there over the 2 days. Hint; the scones and pulled pork sliders were delish and the triple chocolate cheesecake took care of my sweet tooth for days. We chose this property for the closeness to the guided fishing trip hubby had booked and it ended up being one of the best spots on our vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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