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StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families

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Interior
Interior
Interior detail
Living area
Dining
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 25

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 25)

Apartment 1

1 Queen Bed

Apartment 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunk House

+1
2 Queen Bunk Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Futon

Cozy Queen

1 Queen Bed

Gallery Room

1 Queen Bed

Hearth Suite

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Office 1

1 Queen Murphy Bed

4 bathrooms

Apartment Bathroom

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

Great Room Bathroom

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

Hearth Room Ensuite

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

Upstairs Bathroom

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

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families

Where Gatherings Become Getaways

StoryHaus Alaska is a gathering-focused retreat in Palmer, Alaska designed for meaningful time together. With expansive shared spaces, flexible accommodations, meadow surroundings, and peekaboo mountain views, the home was intentionally created for groups to gather, celebrate, reconnect, and slow down together.

Ideal for multi-family vacations, retreats, milestone weekends, and group stays, StoryHaus combines the warmth of a private retreat with the functionality of a true gathering house.

Shared Gathering Spaces
StoryHaus was intentionally designed for groups to gather comfortably together while still having room to spread out and recharge.
The home features:

* a spacious Dining Room and Great Hall for shared meals, games, and larger group gatherings
* multiple kitchens and livingrooms
* a warm coffee nook
* a quiet library retreat with enclosed Murphy bed
* a separate cozy apartment
* expansive decks overlooking the playground and surrounding scenery

Whether gathering around the fire, sharing long dinners, or enjoying slower mornings together, the layout was designed to support connection and shared experience.

Sleeping Spaces

Main House
Includes the King Hearth Suite with ensuite bath, two queen bedrooms, the enclosed library Murphy bed, and central access to the home’s primary gathering spaces.

Loft & Bunkhouse
Flexible sleeping arrangements for 10–12 guests, ideal for kids, retreats, and shared group stays.

Hideaway Suite
A separate-entry apartment with two queen bedrooms, full kitchen, living room, bath, laundry, recliner, and pull-out sofa—perfect for guests wanting additional privacy while staying connected to the group.

The Setting
StoryHaus sits nestled in a wooded meadow with majestic mountain views from garden nooks, bedrooms, and library. Summers bring long daylight evenings and outdoor gathering spaces, while winter transforms the home into a cozy retreat with fireside spaces, softened lighting, and snowfall framed through large windows.

Multiple decks overlook the play yard, while secluded seating areas throughout the property offer space for conversation, reading, and quiet rest.

Explore Alaska
Hiking, snowboarding, kayaking, glacier adventures, and scenic day trips are all within reach. Palmer, Hatcher Pass, the Matanuska Glacier, and surrounding mountain areas make StoryHaus an ideal home base for exploring Alaska together.

Designed for Shared Time
StoryHaus is especially well suited for guests looking to slow down and reconnect. Thoughtful details throughout the home include feather duvets, linen bedding, softened lighting, grounded natural materials, and flexible gathering spaces designed for both rest and shared experience.

Families and groups will also enjoy the hidden playroom, removable slide, swing set, hammock, trampoline, and indoor/outdoor gathering areas.

More Than a Vacation Stay
StoryHaus is designed as a full-property gathering retreat—not just for individual stays, but for the kinds of shared experiences people rarely have space to create anymore. The home is well suited for multi-family vacations, milestone birthdays, creative retreats, leadership gatherings, restorative weekends, and meaningful celebrations where guests can stay, gather, and enjoy time together under one roof.

Join us during StoryHaus’s founding year and enjoy special introductory rates in this one-of-a-kind gathering retreat designed for meaningful time together.

Additional details available at:
[StoryHaus Alaska](https://storyhaus-alaska.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours are observed from 9:30 PM to 8:00 AM. Please keep noise to a minimum to respect neighbors and the peaceful nature of the property.
Alcohol permitted in moderation. Excessive drinking, intoxication, or disruptive behavior is not allowed and may result in termination without refund.
Parties and events are not permitted. Any gathering that disrupts neighbors or the property may result in immediate termination of the stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5093577vb
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

Palmer

Palmer is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, while Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum are cultural highlights. Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Musk Ox Farm are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 8 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Miller's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Little Millers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Schwabenhof - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is StoryHaus Alaska - A Thoughtfully Designed Retreat for Rest + Connection pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families?

As of 17 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at StoryHaus Alaska - Gathering Retreat for Groups & Families on 10 August 2026 start from NZ$2,697, 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 StoryHaus Alaska - A Thoughtfully Designed Retreat for Rest + Connection?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at StoryHaus Alaska - A Thoughtfully Designed Retreat for Rest + Connection?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at StoryHaus Alaska - A Thoughtfully Designed Retreat for Rest + Connection?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is StoryHaus Alaska - A Thoughtfully Designed Retreat for Rest + Connection located?

Situated in Palmer, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and within 6 miles (10 km) of Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Mat-Su Visitors Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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