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Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8

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Exterior
Encompassed by spectacular panoramic mountain views.
Located in the heart of a recreation reserve with 12 sport fishing lakes
Wolfe room with twins converted to king bed with comfortable memory foam topper
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Dock

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8

AMAZING private lake front ! Adventure and fun for all ages FISH, BOAT, SWIM, HIKE and more!
Perfect for families.

BEAR DEN 1,000 sq ft. 2 bedroom apartment is located in the lower level of our home. Totally private living space , with private deck & entrance etc. as shown in photos.
* 2 bedroom, 1 bath, laundry
* Sleeps up to 4 in beds plus up to 4 more in futon & sofa sleeper in living room.
During the summer we live primarily in the town of Talkeetna that is 1.5 hours north where we have summer business and summer home. we come and go periodically to do grounds work, maintenance, and clean between guests. We have a manager close by on-call for any needs.
For children we provide pack-n-play, crib mattress, high chair. We have a variety of stuffed Alaskan animals, toys, books, board games, etc. Our library offers a Alaskana books with stories, history, and scenic beauty of our region. A wide variety of DVDs & board games for all age, and hi-speed Wifi UNLIMITED INTERNET with ROKU SYSTEM for TV,.
The water is always hot with on-demand hot water system!! Comfortable airbeds are available for additional sleeping options.

Your dream Alaskan adventures await right out your door! Centrally located to Alaska best attractions. Canoe Lake Chalet Resort is located on Canoe Lake in the heart of the wilds of Matanuska Lake State Recreation Reserve encompassing 349 acres of wilderness, 10 sport-fishing lakes that are plentifully stocked with rainbow trout & grayling, with miles of mapped and groomed recreation trails.

Relax on our private lakefront soaking in the spectacular panoramic views of the Talkeetna and Chugiak Mountain Ranges. Swim and have FUN on the lake with complimentary lake toys, KAYAKS, ROW BOAT, CANOE, PADDLE BOAT, and FLOATING DOCK. FISH right off the dock for rainbow trout and grayling, We supply some fishing gear too! Have FUN!; play lawn games, gather around crackling campfires, catch guppies and hunt for frogs with nets and buckets provided. HIKE, BIKE, SKI , access miles of well maintained recreation trails right out your door.
Unique Alaskana decor and antique furnishing offers rustic elegance with all the modern comforts of home. Has a fully equipped kitchen, living room, dining room, bathroom, laundry, deck with BBQ.

Experience Alaska winter adventures; skiing, snow shoeing, ice fishing, sledding, ice-skating, snow machining, and dog mushing. Enjoy breath-taking panoramic views of the Northern Lights above the snow-covered mountain ranges!

Experience National Geographic moments; Nesting eagles and osprey hunt and dive for fish, nesting loons and a variety waterfowl swim with their babies. Visits from our resident moose are quite exciting! Canoe Lake boarder the Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge which is rich with wild life; moose, beaver, salmon streams, nesting eagles, osprey, owls, water fowl, and migratory

We are centrally located to Alaskan top attractions and destinations
*45 mi. to the Anchorage International Airport
*35 mi from Anchorage
*2 mi to Alaska State Fair
*3 mi to Palmer Airport
*3 mi to Palmer a historic agricultural community
*3 mi to Golfing in Palmer
*3 mi to the Mat-Su Regional Hospital
*7 mi to Wasilla - Iditarod Trail Head Quarters
*7 mi to the Alaska Rail Road depot
*7 mi to Musk Ox Farm
*10 mi to drive to excellent salmon fishing spots
*15 mi to Ekluta Native Village/Historic Russian Orthodox Church
15 mi. to Thunderbird Falls -- recreation hike
*15 mi to the Reindeer Farm
*20 mi to historic Independence Mine /Hatchers Pass recreation area for exciting hiking and cultural tours
*25 mi to Knik Glacier - ATV or jet boat rides, scenic flight, helicopter tours
*70 mi to Matanuska Glacier – drive right up to it and hike right on it
*70 miles to the historic village of Talkeetna known for dramatic views of Mt. McKinley (Denali) , scenic flights, fishing, jet boat, rafting tours, zip-lines, arts, museums, etc.
*200 miles to Denali National Park

Life on the lake where relaxation, adventure & fun abounds!

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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
We have special items for our little guests
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking allowed 30ft from entries

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, 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

About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this chalet is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, while Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Musk Ox Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 20 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 34 min drive - 61.5 km
  • Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 36 min drive - 65.6 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Perkup Espresso - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

As of 21 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8 on 30 April 2026 start from NZ$272, 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 Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8 located?

This family-friendly Palmer chalet is located on a lake, just steps away from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Palmer Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana M.

Beautiful getaway

My family and I rented out the whole house for an easter weekend getaway. We loved it! The views were beautiful. The property was stocked with everything one would need. And the host was extremely helpful. Definitely recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
We were so happy to have you for Easter! It was wonderful to have you enjoy our chalet for the holiday with your kiddos!! Easter egg hunts and camp fires--- so fun. We hope you return again. Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet.
Verified

8/10 Good

Roxi V.

Beautiful house.

Kitchens were very well stocked. I didn’t realize how far to the lake it was nor how many stairs there were. Didn’t work for some of our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
It was a delight to have your family stay at our chalet. We are so sorry the stair system was not adequate for some of your family. We built the stair system to be as safe and comfortable as possible with just a few steps in between landings. We do have a more relaxed path down to the lake for those who have problems with stairs. I wish we would have known that some of your group had mobility restrictions we would have let you know.. Thank you for letting us know, will be making sure our future guests know there is a stair system down to the lake front. Thank you for the nice note your group left in our guest book. Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet
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10/10 Excellent

Mandee J.

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

Nice view and comfortable arrangements

We had 9 adults in our group; 3 couples and 3 singles. We stayed in the lower unit. It was clean and welcoming upon arrival, although there was an slight odor. The views are amazing and relaxing. There were fishing poles to fish in the lake. Overall nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2021
It was nice having you as guests .. We all work hard to sterilize and make the house nice and fresh .. none of us smelled any odor before or after you left . So not sure what you were smelling? . As always we open windows to air out and spray Room freshener around for a nice fresh smell in between guests. You are the only guests to ever say this . You described the oder as stinky socks ? You arrived after traveling all day , possibly one of your group had sticky socks? There were no sticky socks when you arrived. We normally don’t host one night rentals but made an exception for your family for your special occasion. We found you stained the sheeted with large drops of some type of oily substance which took quite a bit of work for stain removal. We normally charge for stained sheets yet let it go , and I didn’t mention it in your review.. I’m glad you had a nice stay and said how clean it was.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zack J.

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

The Ultimate Alaskan Escape

God truly looked out for us when we booked here. We decided 2 years ago that Alaska is where we want to raise a family, so when the opportunity came, we packed everything and moved up here. We have never visited the state, and we have no family here so when first got here it was stressful in a new environment and the Mcann's have been a true blessing. They went above and beyond for us with everything from recommendations for food, fun places to visit, and amazing trails, right in your backyard. There are tons of fun toys on the property like sleds, ice skates, skis, and hiking sticks. We were concerned we wouldn't be able to use the lake, considering it was frozen, but the Mcanns took us out and taught us how to ice fish, which was great fun. We got to see moose, rabbits, and an array of beautiful birds, not to mention the gorgeous Northern Lights behind absolutely breathtaking mountain views! The Chalet is a once in a lifetime stay, and the Mcann's are now once in a lifetime friends. We hope to return soon, have to see those mountains in the summer.
Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael d.

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

Fantastic Views

Beautiful, scenic, relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Family vacation

Vacation of a life time. We needed a place to be able to relax and enjoy the family. This rental was a wonderful place. The lake was so peaceful and enjoying. There were enough knee boards, kayaks and canoes for all the kids. It is quite a walk down the hill but the steps made it a little easier on the ankles. The mornings on the deck drinking coffee was peaceful and quiet. We had morning visitors - rabbits. Geri was able to give us some ideas and places to visit while rental her place. Thanks Geri. HIghly recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Loved it!

The cabin was amazing! And in such a great location. Definitely recommend for anyone traveling in the Palmer area! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
It was wonderful having your group as our guests!!! Such a pleasure to meet you and find that one of your group was the son of a long lost friend!!! How cool is that!!! Please come again!! Blessings, Geri McCann
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Stunning home with lovely views from large balcony that overlooks the lake

If you want a quintessential Alaskan experience, this is the place to be! My extended family came from all over the US and abroad for my daughter‘s wedding. We rented both units and the house very comfortably slept 15 people and could easily have slept several more. The decor inside was lovely and outside the colorful flowers were abundant. We enjoyed fishing and swimming in the lake. We spent hours just enjoying one another’s company on the large deck that overlooks Canoe Lake and the mountains beyond. Gerri was just a text away if we had any questions or needed anything. I can’t say enough about how canoe lake chalet was THE PERFECT SETTING for our family reunion!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Wow thank you for the wonderful compliments! It is truly "pay day" when we succeed in providing our guests a beautiful place and atmosphere for their special vacations and gatherings. Thank you for mentioning the flowers, as we do work hard planting and maintaining them for our guests to enjoy!! We are so happy you had a wonderful time and made memories to last a lifetime for this precious wedding!! We hope you come back to vacation and enjoy more of our amazing state!! Geri & Kevin McCann
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silas N.

Awesome get away

Great location right by the lake but above the lake enough so that the bugs are not and issue. The house is well stocked with almost everything you need and Geri was super helpful with any needs we had. They have boats and toys down at the lake which make it a fun stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and had fun on the lake with boats and fishing etc. plus enough condiments and spices and kitchen items for your meals. Thank you for the compliments and nice review. We hope you come and enjoy the chalet and lake again!!! Geri McCann
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vikki b.

Loved it and beautiful view.

Loved our stay in AK. Geri was a wonderful host. The house is very clean and has a wonderful view. I'm hoping we can come back in thw future when it is warmer and do some fishing. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for the compliments!! It was great having your group and we do look forward to you coming back when you can boat, fish and swim in the lake!! Hope to hear from you soon!! Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kris R.

Our vacation of a lifetime!

We came to Alaska to create life time memories and this Chalet was our home away from home that we were delighted to come home to every evening. It offered every amenity we could have asked for, spacious living, comfortable beds, privacy, laundry facilities, fully stocked kitchen, and our own private lake with amazing views. We highly recommend you chose this rental during your stay in Alaska. We were within driving distance to several sites and tours including Talkeetna, Mt Denali. train ride and glacier viewing. Geri was very helpful with recommendations. It was our dream vacation and the week we stayed was perfect ....just perfect! The Huskers From Nebraska
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for the wonderful compliments!! It was great meeting you and that you enjoyed the place!! We do work hard at making our guests experience the best ever with fun and all the comforts of home!! It is so rewarding when our guests enjoy their stay and we succeed in our efforts. Please come again!! Geri McCann
Archival

8/10 Good

Karen G.

Great place to stay! Beautiful views and wonderful access to the lake. AWSOME

The Bears Den was a warm and cozy place to stay. Full kitchen came in handy for those eat-in meals. The back patio overlooking the lake was spectacular. I loved this place and all it offered us. It is close to town while you feel like you are in the middle of a park. Enjoyed our time here and really relaxed in a quiet and secluded home.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
It was wonderful having your group as our guests!! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the compliments and nice review. We hope you return!! Geri
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10/10 Excellent

John M.

Fantastic location and even better house to stay in!

Our family of six had no problem being comfortable in this wonderful location. The owner was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about things to do in the region. She also made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. In this well-stocked house, we not only had all the basics needed but bicycles fishing rods and multiple types of boats… it was very hard for us to leave. We certainly hope to return again someday. The lake was peaceful and did I say it was full of trout? My seven-year-old had no problem reeling them in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
John's family with 4 kids were delightful and had a great time at our property. They enjoyed playing and fishing on the lake with boats and lake toys, they had camp fires, played lawn games and and explored the surrounding area's attractions. They did great fishing on the lake for trout and local rivers catching salmon!! They abided by all house rules and left the house so nice and clean. We really enjoyed assisting them with vacation plans and getting to know them. They really touched our hearts!! It is wonderful to when our guests enjoy the lake and chalet like they did. We hope they return. Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet - Where the fun begins!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tara E.

Beautiful experience.

The home was lovely, the view stunning! We enjoyed having room for our entire group to interact!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Fantastic

Great convenient location but feels like you are secluded on a lake side retreat. Beautiful views of the lake and mountains. Everything you could possibly need is provided and the owners are a phone call away. The owners are very nice and responsive. The decor is adorable, very Alaskan get away themed. Would definitely recommend this rental
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2016

About the host

Hosted by Geri McCann

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We have lived in Alaska and enjoyed the Alaskan lifestyle for over 38 yrs. We own and operate a travel company Authentic Alaska Tours, and can help you with your dream Alaskan vacation.
We have lived in Alaska and enjoyed the Alaskan lifestyle for over 40 yrs. with 20 years in Talkeetna and 20 years in Palmer. We have 3 beautiful children and 4 amazing grand children. We have 30years of tourism experience and operate a travel company Authentic Alaska Tours www.authenticalaskatours.org. It is rewarding to assist visitors planing their dream Alaskan vacation so they can experience the best Alaskan adventures, with the best tour operators, for the best price!!
Geri has a passion for Alaskan culture, art and history and spent 25 yrs in as a curator/director of the Talkeetna Museum , Wasilla Museum (worked for Sarah Palin), and founded the Palmer Museum.
Above all we love God and are so blessed to live in the incredible state of Alaska. We live the adventuresom Alaskan life, our family favorites are fishing, camping, hunting, hiking, skiing, swimming, boating, rafting, camp fires, organic gardening and eating fresh Alaskan salmon.

Why they chose this property

We love to share our beautiful chalet with visitors to Alaska. Lake front living in the rustic Alaskan wilderness - with all the modern comforts of home, yet close to Anchorage, between Wasilla and Palmer. We focus on our guests having the most enjoyable experience ever and try to provide everything you might possibly need including hiking poles, gold pan, extra hats, gloves, coats, umbrella, etc. We work hard at making sure our chalet is very Clean, Comfortable, and FUN! for all ages...

What makes this property unique

Spectacular mountain vistas on a quiet lake front, located in Kepler-Bradley Lakes State Recreation Region, fishing, hiking, boating, skiing, sledding, camp fires by the lake.
View spactacular northern lights displays!
Centrally located to Alaska's ultimate adventures and destinations.
Perfect for large family and groups with a variety of ages and interests... There is fun for everybody!!

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