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A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska.

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A green wooden house with a red door and garage, surrounded by greenery.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, and a stove.
A small bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a wooden bench, a small shelf, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A staircase with wooden balusters and a handrail, leading to a landing with two framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind

    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Eagle River, AK
  • Place, Beach Lake Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Alaska Native Heritage Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alaska - Anchorage
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms

About this property

A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska.

The perfect location for day trips to the Matanuska Glacier, Chugach State Park & Nature Center, Historic Hatcher Pass State Park, Thunderbird Falls, and Anchorage. A short 5 minute walk to nearby Beach Lake Nordic Ski / hiking trails, and nearby bike path to Anchorage and beyond. House is situated on a dead end street on a quiet, forested lot. A 7 minute drive to shopping and restaurants in Eagle River. Two minutes off of the Glenn Highway, (AK 1) Owners' nearby home shares same looped driveway.

Living room, kitchen and bathroom/shower are on the main floor; two bedrooms and walk in closet upstairs. Washer, dryer and freezer available in garage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 19

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: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3203166vb
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

About the area

Eagle River

Eagle River is home to this holiday home. Alaska Native Heritage Center and Knik Museum and Musher's Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church and Eklutna Historical Park.
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Eagle River, AK

What's nearby

  • Beach Lake Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 13 min drive - 24.5 km
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 21 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Anchorage Museum - 24 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Port of Anchorage - 26 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 22 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jersey Mikes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fried Rice Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Gas Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska.?

As of 13 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska. on 10 October 2026 start from NZ$1,716, 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 A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A great "base camp" from which to explore Alaska. located?

Situated in Eagle River, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Beach Lake Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Alaska Railroad and Upper Fire Lake. Lower Fire Lake is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Greg

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My wife and I are 40 + years Alaska residents. We know the state well and enjoy providing guests travel information about destinations, possible road conditions and what they might expect while experiencing the Last Frontier.

Why they chose this property

Located on a quiet, short dead end street. Forested lot with birch and black spruce trees. Occasional moose on property.

What makes this property unique

The Gallery House features original artwork of the owner.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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