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Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony

Holiday home in Houston with kitchen and balcony

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Tiny House
Kitchen
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Queen Bed

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 327.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Houston, AK
  • Place, Lazy Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stepan Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Alaska Regional Hospital
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 0

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony

About this space Welcome to the "Wrangell" at the famous Pilot Lodge! This charming tiny house offers the perfect blend of woodlands and aviation. Located just 10 minutes from Big Lake, it is a cozy, budget-friendly home base for your Alaskan adventure.

The best part? As a guest of the Wrangell, you get exclusive access to the communal areas of our neighboring Boeing 727 Jet—including the wing deck for BBQs and the fuselage lounge!

The space 🌲 The Cabin (Your Private Space):

The Loft: Sleep amongst the trees in the upstairs bedroom loft, featuring a private balcony deck perfect for morning coffee or watching Alaskan sunsets.

Full Amenities: Despite being "tiny," this cabin pulls no punches. It includes a full kitchen for cooking meals and a complete private bathroom.

Views: Overlooks the woods and the airfield activity.

✈️ The "Extension" (Your Bonus Space): Why stay inside? You are welcome to walk over to our retired Boeing 727 Lodge (located right next door).

Wing Deck: Grill your dinner on the wing of a real jet.

Fuselodge: Play ping pong or hang out in the communal lounge inside the aircraft.

📍 The Location:

Located on a private airfield property where aviation meets nature.

10 minutes to Big Lake (boating, fishing, ice fishing).

Easy access to flight tours and trails right from your doorstep.

Guest access You have exclusive, private use of the entire Tiny House. Additionally, you have shared access to the Boeing 727 communal areas, including the wing deck grill and the interior lounge/game area.

Other things to note

Stairs: Please note the sleeping area is in a loft accessible by stairs/ladder, so you must be comfortable climbing.

Winter Travel: The property is accessible year-round, but we recommend 4WD/AWD in winter months.

House Rules: No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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
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
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

About the area

Houston

Located in Houston, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Lake State Recreation Site and Big Lake South State Recreation Site, while Alaska Museum of Transportation & Industry and Dorothy G. Page Museum are cultural highlights.
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Houston, AK

What's nearby

  • Lazy Lake - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Stepan Lake - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 57 min drive - 96.1 km
  • Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 59 min drive - 100.2 km
  • Alaska Regional Hospital - 61 min drive - 103.2 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 17 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Floaters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Alaska Cadilac Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Silver Fox Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pho Lucky - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Aardvark Catering and Pizza Thyme - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Stepan Lake, Lazy Lake and Loon Lake. Lynda Lake and Rocky Lake State Recreation Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

6.0
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8.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Carolene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An interesting property! Definitely still being developed, were are excited to see how it looks when it's all done! The house itself was nice, very modern, no TV. Three of us stayed here, one on the futon. We were hoping there would be some kind of bedding for the futon, but we had to supply some ourselves. Futon was also uncomfortable and crumby from the last guests - I suggest you bring a camping pad if you have a third person with you. Deck was nice as there is no other space to comfortably hang out outside; buildings are very close together. We made the three of us work in there but the place was really meant for only 2 people. We also did not get directions to the property until 4pm (which was check-in). The route Google Maps gives you is not correct so you have to wait for the directions. Don't plan on checking in right at 4pm, you have to wait and do some driving. Good place to heat some meals and sleep. Again, loved the uniqueness of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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