Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier!
Soak up the striking beauty of the Last Frontier from this inviting 7-bedroom, 4-bathroom vacation rental in Juneau! Overlooking a snow-capped mountain range, the 5,000-square-foot home offers easy access to outdoor attractions like Mendenhall Glacier, Tongass National Forest, and ample hiking trails. When you're not out exploring the great outdoors, make your way to downtown and wander around Juneau Harbor. Conclude your evenings gathered out on the private deck while the gas grill fires up!
Perfect for large groups with an affinity for the outdoors, this spacious Juneau home offers all the space, modern amenities, and stunning mountain views needed for your Alaskan adventure!
Bedroom 1 (Aspen Room): King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Forget-Me-Not Room): King Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 3 (Gastineau Room): Queen Bed, Twin Bed | Bedroom 4 (Mendenhall Glacier Room): Queen Bed | Bedroom 5 (Raven Room): Queen Bed, Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 6 (TAKU Room): Queen Bed | Bedroom 7 (Thunder Mountain Room): King Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Multiple outdoor living areas, mountain views, furnished patio, bistro tables, gas grill (propane not provided) INDOOR LIVING: Lofted ceilings, open layout, 8 flat-screen cable TVs, sectional sofa, formal dining table KITCHEN: 2 fully equipped kitchens, stainless steel appliances, high-top breakfast bar, bar-style seating, dishwashers, tea kettle, Crock-Pot, drip coffee maker, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, wheelchair accessibility (1st floor), washer/dryer, trash bags, paper towels, hairdryer FAQ: No A/C, starter paper products provided PARKING: Driveway (5 vehicles), street parking
*A portion of proceeds from this listing goes towards orphanages in the Philippines*
-- THE LOCATION --
GET OUTSIDE: Mendenhall Glacier (2.4 miles), Nugget Falls (2.4 miles), Tongass National Forest - hiking, mountain biking, fishing, cross-country skiing (8.5 miles), Mount Roberts Tramway (11.1 miles), Eaglecrest Ski Area (21.6 miles) FISHING: Bear Creek Outfitters (3.1 miles), Moore Charters (5.2 miles) Twin Lakes (7.3 miles), Lost in Alaska Adventures (14.7 miles), Sheep Creek Beach And Fishing Area (14.8 miles), Fish Creek Park (17.8 miles) SCENIC HIKES: Kaxdigoowa Heen Dei Trail (1.1 miles), Auke Lake Hiking Trail (3.6 miles), Gold Creek Flume Trailhead (10.2 miles), Mt. Roberts Trailhead (11.2 miles), Treadwell Ditch Trail (12.3 miles), Gastineau Meadows Hiking Trail (12.3 miles), Mt. Jumbo Trailhead (13.0 miles), Treadwell Mine Historical Trail (13.1 miles), Sheep Creek Trail Head (14.5 miles) THINGS TO SEE + DO: Glacier Gardens Rainforest (3.8 miles), Whale Watch Alaska (10.3 miles), Alaska State Museum (10.6 miles), Alaska Zipline Adventures (10.7 miles), Juneau Harbor (10.9 miles), Downtown Historic District (11.0 miles), Aj Mine Gastineau Mill Tours (14.4 miles) AIRPORT: Juneau International Airport (3.3 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Propane is not provided for the gas grill - NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning - NOTE: Guests invited to the home by renting guests are not covered by owner's insurance. Any accidents or incidents are not the responsibility of the owner. The responsibility is the guest that invited the visitors
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number STR1002410
About the area
Juneau
Mendenhall Valley, a neighbourhood in Juneau, is home to this holiday home. Alaska State Museum and Wickersham House State Historic Site are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alaska Powder Descents and Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure. Observatory Books and Shelter Island State Marine Park are also worth visiting.
Alaska Governor's Mansion - 13 min drive - 19.8 km
Alaska State Capitol - 13 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Vintage Food Truck Park - 10 min walk
Thibodeau Valley Liquor - 4 min drive
Zerelda’s - 4 min drive
The Grind Coffee - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier!?
As of 16 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier! on 10 May 2026 start from NZ$925, 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 Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Expansive Getaway ~ 2 Miles to Mendenhall Glacier! located?
Located in Mendenhall Valley, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Alaska Powder Descents and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mendenhall Ice Caves and Mendenhall Golf Course. Nugget Falls and University of Alaska-Southeast are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The place was just as it was advertised. Eight roomy bedrooms with all amenities. The owner Rena greeted us with a big smile and personally gave our group a tour of the house. We enjoyed staying at this home very much.
This is a wonderful home. We LOVED working with the owner! She was so kind and thoughtful, made everything easy.The house is huge! We planned to have a very big party, but some of us weren't able to make the trip so we really rattled around in this huge home.The house was very clean and comfortable. We found the location to be ideal. We had family members arriving and departing throughout our stay so the home's proximity to the airport was ideal. Paula's home is very close to the Mendenhall Glacier which was everyone's #1 attraction - another plus. We found that driving into Juneau convenient, so all in all, the location really worked for us. Finally, we loved the neighborhood, very quiet - family oriented. 5 stars for location.Huge thank you to Paula for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home - Thank you!!!
Stephen E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John
6 July 2023
Perfect for our needs
We needed a large home for our large family and this home filled our needs perfectly. Our hostess was very kind and helpful in spite of having suffered a family loss. The view from the second floor back balcony is impressive. The home is just 5 minutes from the Mendenhal glacier and we took advantage of this. We had an epic trip to Juneau and this house was a big part of it for us.
The host was gracious, friendly, helpful, and communicated great with us! The house was the perfect setup and location for our mission team. The bedrooms were all nice sized, the living areas were spacious with lots of comfortable furniture. The kitchen's were large and well stocked with everything we needed just like home. There was more than enough dishes and we prepared and ate almost all of our meals during the week at the VRBO. We could not have been more pleased and if we return back to Juneau next year we certainly hope we can stay there again!
Steve T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Michelle C.
23 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Close of adventure
The location is great for hiking, fishing, whale watching, and going to Mendenhall Glacier. It’s about an 18-20 minute drive from downtown Juneau, but 4 minutes from the airport. The neighborhood is nice and quiet. The host met us at the house which was unexpected, but nice. The yard needed to be mowed, and at first it was not our top property. However, it didn’t get mowed until the evening before we left town 7 days later. We did our best to use the patio furniture while in the yard. The inside of the house didn’t fully reflect the photos. We were expecting to see all that was in the photos, but there are some home changes. They are: not as bright in the lower level as expected, The floors looked clean but our socks and feet looked black after being barefoot on them, not all the bedrooms looked like the pictures, but close. The exercise room/laundry room was not what we were expecting, no exercise equipment (one was outside) and there were beds in there as well (overflow). The smell from the outside propane tank filtered into to laundry room so I would say it’s not the best place for people to sleep. The host was lovely, and the house has a lot of the day to day needs. We were a nice size group, we all had our own rooms and it is a good place to stay with a large family or friend group. Our trip was adventurous and fun!
This was our 4th year staying in this home. It is perfect for our athletes and coaching staff! Located close to the competition facility, as well as shopping, restaurants, etc. The Hosts are wonderful, accessible, and conscientious. We love it here!
One key was a bit of a challenge for a group of people. Lights at entry room weren’t working.
Mollie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Denise Gabriel
24 May 2022
We had the best time visiting Juneau. Rena's property on Aspen Avenue was amazing and had everything we needed and more. The owner was fabulous and very friendly. We had one issue that. we needed to contact her about and it was taken care of the same day.
If our future travels take us. back to Juneau this will be a. must stay place. again.
Denise Gabriel
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lindy
25 October 2021
Excellent House for Large Groups!
We have stayed in a few houses in the Juneau area each year, but this home is the one that best accommodates our youth sports team! 7 large bedrooms, 4 large bathrooms, 2 full-size kitchens! The home is well-supplied with everything we need with plenty of space for our group, which is why we have stayed here for the past several years. The furnishings are up-to-date and comfortable, the beds have wonderful mattresses (which is noteworthy!). The house is spotlessly clean, inviting and "homey."
The owners are very easy to work with. Because we are so involved with youth across the state, we appreciate that a portion of the lodging fees go to a children's charity.
Lindy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vicki
26 July 2021
Great base for the family on our Alaskan Adventure
Being a family of 11 (6 adults and 5 boys) it is not easy to find somewhere that will accommodate everyone but this home did. The 2 stories with basically 4 suites ( 3 suites are double bedrooms with a bathroom between that worked amazingly for our families! Our hosts lived across the street and were always available if ever needed... but the house with 2 kitchens/living rooms {one on each floor} allowed space for everyone to have their private time or together time anytime we needed. Juneau does not disappoint with so many adventures available and we truly felt we were able to come home each day and relax. Thank you!
The property owner was a delight to work with, the home was large, was perfect for accommodating our large family group, and was spotless. The home is extremely well decorated, and inviting! We were impressed, and would highly recommend this home to others!
Perfect property for a large group. We had nine and had more than enough room. Both floors have a full kitchen. Property manager was wonderful & even made sure the kids had Easter treats. The location to everything you need and want to do is perfect to the home's location. Proceeds from your stay also help to benefit children in the Philippines. A must stay when you are in Juneau.
The property owners are very lovely and accommodating. They were more than helpful when we had a trash removal issue and they quickly jumped in to assist.
These hosts went above and beyond our expectations! Thank you for making our family gathering a beautiful success....
After taking all precautionary measures our family of 19 gathered safely from the lower 48 and locally for a most wonderful time. The accommodations made all the difference in being able to share life long memories and our hosts made the arrangements flawless. We arrived to a decorated house that made it our home away from home.
This property was excellent for our family. Everyone had their own section of house with two bedrooms and a bath. Did not even need the second kitchen. Owners are amazing people!
Michael S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cindy O.
27 March 2019
Great for large groups.
This house was perfect for our group of school kids here for a basketball tournament. The owner was very accommodating and we had plenty of space for all of us.
Cindy O.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather R.
14 March 2019
Great space!
We had 7 families (13 adults & 7 kids) staying at this house for a week and never felt like we were living on top of each other. Additionally, we hosted a dinner for 2 high school basketball teams with upwards of 40 people in the house at the same time and still didn’t feel crowded. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and we had everything we needed to cook meals during our stay. Rena was very attentive and checked in with us throughout the week. My only suggestion is for the owners to intall a keyless entry. With our group size and different schedules, it was difficult to coordinate who should hold the house key. We will definitely stay here again if the need for Juneau travel with a large group is necessary.
Heather R.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
June M.
16 January 2019
Spacious, well-equipped home, perfect for large family gatherings.
We rented this spacious seven bedroom home to share with extended family while we were in Juneau for our daughter's wedding. With two well-equipped full kitchens (one on each floor), it had the perfect set-up for cooking and serving meals for 25. The open floor plan with ample seating allowed everyone to gather, eat, play games, and converse together in the same inviting space. It was wonderful to have four full bathrooms for our large group, especially on the day of the wedding. The homeowners, the Sims family, went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed, including supplying new hairdryers, keeping the driveway clear of snow, and allowing us extra time to check out when we were in a schedule crunch trying to get people to the airport. There were plenty of extra linens, towels, and blankets at the ready, and the whole space was clean and organized when we arrived. We could not be happier with our experience at this home in Mendenhaven. Truly, this was a great home in a convenient location with caring and responsive homeowners. If you are planning a large family gathering, you would enjoy staying in this inviting home.
June M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Millie G.
5 January 2019
Spacious, inviting home, perfect for large family
We rented this spacious seven bedroom home to share with extended family while we were in Juneau for our daughter's wedding. With two well-equipped full kitchens (one on each floor), it had the perfect set-up for cooking and serving meals for 25. The open floor plan with ample seating allowed everyone to gather, eat, play games, and converse together in the same inviting space. It was wonderful to have four full bathrooms for our large group, especially on the day of the wedding. The homeowners, the Sims family, went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed, including supplying new hairdryers, keeping the driveway clear of snow, and allowing us extra time to check out when we were in a schedule crunch trying to get people to the airport. There were plenty of extra linens, towels, and blankets at the ready, and the whole space was clean and organized when we arrived. We could not be happier with our experience at this home in Mendenhaven. Truly, this was a great home in a convenient location with caring and responsive homeowners. If you are planning a large family gathering, you would enjoy staying in this inviting home.