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Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups!

Family-friendly holiday home in Anchorage with a hot tub

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Exterior
Living area
Let’s eat!
Dining room.
Oversized, secluded backyard hot tub!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Anchorage, AK
  • Place, University of Alaska - Anchorage
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Providence Alaska Medical Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Alyeska Ski Resort
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master suite

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups!

The respectful extended family, business retreat, or large group can enjoy meals together, relax in the new outdoor hot tub, play games, watch movies and chill in this connected space. Enough separation to be comfortable and enough common space to have fun together! Centrally located so you have access all AK has to offer! Less than 10 minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, Costco and the Dimond Center Mall and also... less than 5 minutes from a beautiful hiking/biking trail system. Let this beautiful home be your launching pad to Alaska!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
PingPong!Playroom stocked w/games/activities/books
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parking is limited-shuttle from Service High
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
$100-500 fine for linens that are stained, missing, or unusable.
Hot tub users must shower prior to use. No glass, food or liquids other than water. Rinse all debris from body before use. $500+ fine for dirty water.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Parking is limited-shuttle from Service High
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Anchorage

Located in Hillside, a neighbourhood in Anchorage, this holiday home is in the mountains. Cyrano's Playhouse and Whaling Wall are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Dimond Center and Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Alaska Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Tanglewood Lakes Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anchorage, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Providence Alaska Medical Center - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Alaska Regional Hospital - 19 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Port of Anchorage - 21 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Alyeska Ski Resort - 45 min drive - 75.9 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Long Branch Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Way more fun & affordable than multiple hotel rooms-generational family, groups! located?

This family-friendly Anchorage holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Hillside Park and Hilltop Ski Area. Alaska Zoo and Chugach State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Great place

Really enjoyed host was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mo G.

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

Perfect family stay in Anchorage

Started our wedding week off with a stay here at Shirleys. Great host, quick to reply. The home was huge and beautiful. Perfect for multiple families! I would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

good time

great open space house for socializing and hanging out
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The process from beginning to end was perfect! The communication with our host, Shirley, was unbelievable. I actually feel like she is a close friend after all of the communication we had with her! She definitely went over and above to make sure our stay was perfect! The location and the layout of the home suit our family well. The kitchen was stocked very well and met all of our needs. We even left a few things behind and Shirley sent pictures and said she would mail them to us. What a gem! All in all this was an amazing experience in a beautiful state!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy O.

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

Room for Everyone

Located in a quiet neighborhood, convenient to shopping. Unusual floor plan on 3 levels. Ample accommodations for 7 adults, 3 kids, and could have handled more. Lots of bonuses: hot tub, ping pong table, washer/dryer, well-appointed kitchen, children's playroom. Host was helpful and easy to contact.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

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

50th wedding anniversary

it was great. We had twelve people range in age 3-71 from three different families. Plus lots of other family over everyday. House was plenty big with more than enough sleeping space and lots of toys, ping pong table and electronics for teens. Beautiful deck, Owner was great! She had bear spray and off ready if needed and brought us tables and chairs for the reception at the house. House was well equipped with everything needed. Thank you to Shirely
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Shirley Sakaye

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This is our fourth summer hosting guests at our home! We’ve learned so much and really enjoy helping visitors unlock the beauty and fun Alaska’s adventures can be. Last summer we encountered several groups that damaged our home-no fun. Decided to trust in the overall goodness of people one more time and try to make this summer the BEST for respectful families or groups to make it to our beautiful state! Please reach out with questions or for recommendations during your stay!

Why they chose this property

Our home is far enough from busy city noises and distractions to really get to relax, but still close enough to avoid long commutes for essentials like restaurants and shopping. Surrounded by mature trees, our guests enjoy the same peaceful setting that invited our large, blended family to purchase it 15 years ago.

What makes this property unique

Extra amenities: outdoor hot tub (purchased new for the 2025 season!), heated kitchen floor, fully outfitted kitchen for chefs and bakers alike, stocked with the essentials you need to get you going upon arrival. There is a ping pong table, loads of games, books and puzzles for kids of all ages to explore and enjoy. Outdoor spaces include a Traeger, “giant driveway chess,” patio furniture and lush, grassy lawn and flowers, all framed by mature trees that offer a peaceful visual boundary.
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