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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Place, Homer Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Homer

This vacation home is located 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Homer Golf Course and within a 10-minute drive of Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Homer Golf Course - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Pratt Museum - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Homer Spit - 12 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Duncan House Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Alice's Champagne Palace - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kharacter's - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite

The panoramic view of Kachemak Bay from Turkington Estate's private 28 acres is one of the most breathtaking views you can experience while visiting Homer. Grewingk Glacier, Poots Peak, Gull Island, the Homer Spit and more; they're all visible!

Guests might enjoy going for a stroll around the property exploring the various flora that grows wild, picking a snack of wild raspberries from the raspberry patch in the late summer and fall, sit out on the deck and watch the sun set in the late summer evenings or read the diary entries and view photos from the Turkington family's adventures to Alaska in Model A's from Connecticut 70 years ago.

The Turkington's are 4th Generation Alaskans/Homerites and we love the last frontier. We're thrilled you stopped by our website to learn more about the Estate. We hope you'll choose to spend part of your Alaskans adventure with us!
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No unsupervised children on the front deck. Do not lean on the railing or allow children to climb on the cables.
Please clean up in the kitchen after use. Put dirty dishes in the dishwasher and start before you leave. (if you haven't hand washed) Thanks
Place sheets and used towels in the laundry room before leaving. Thanks

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite House
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite Homer
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite House
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite Homer
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite House
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite Homer
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View Carolyn's Suite
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View! Carolyn's Suite
Historic Private 28 Acres 180° Ocean View! Carolyn's Suite

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Homer, close to Homer Spit, Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies, and Homer Harbor. You'll also find Homer Golf Course and Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite good for couples?

At this historic vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, a mountain view in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Homer, AK (HOM), which is 5.2 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite?

Yes, every house at Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite comes with a balcony and some offer mountain and water views.

Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

sonja r.

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

Excellent place

Very homey place with outstanding view of the bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

Beautiful grounds and setting

Hope to go back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hualiang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful stay at this place. The views are so beautiful, the house is vey comfortable, and the hosts are very nice and helpful. We’d like to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Super property, awesome view, great hosts!

We totally enjoyed our stay and would certainly stay again if in the area. We had excellent communication with Joyce before and during our visit. Close to Homer and the Spit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house is roomy, clean, beautifully decorated. Breath taking views of the Homer Spit and the Kachmek Bay State Park
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Beautiful

Beautiful place with gorgeous view. A very relaxing, comfortable setting and a wonderful place to call "home" while on vacation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

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

View!

The view is amazing! It was also very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeMartin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very comfortable home with all the amenities. Hostess was lovely and very accommodating. Beautiful deck with colorful flowers that were tended to daily. Not too far from town and shopping, while providing a feeling of solitude. We were visited by cranes and beautiful views.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

Great View

The view didn't disappoint! Amazing view of the bay. We saw Sandhill Cranes, pheasant, and a cow moose.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rena R.

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

Homer Hideaway

Incredible views! Lots of space and easy access to Homer for our family. Needed to do some remote work and wifi was not very strong. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise Z.

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

Gorgeous views!

Enjoyed our stay. Close to Homer Spit which we totally enjoyed. And the guys were successful halibut fishing. Mama moose and the 2 babies on property with the bald eagles flying above were a big plus! The hostess was very nice and informative. Thank you for giving us such wonderful memories 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Unbelievably wonderful stay

The property was exactly as advertised and much more when we actually arrived. Joyce and Alan were so welcoming and friendly and were there to answer any questions we had. The house is immaculate and very comfortable with magnificent views over the water. It was very quiet and just a short drive from Homer center. We would love to return and would recommend the property anyone wanting a wonderful, relaxing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Incredible place to stay in Homer

This beautiful home was perfect for our family. It is spacious and comfortable and is equipped with everything you need. It is a convenient location for visiting Homer and the view from the large living room windows and front deck is incredible! The property was very clean and the beds were comfortable. Wifi works great. It was really nice to have two bathrooms and the large laundry room came in so handy. I was sad to leave and wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hao G.

Cannot be better than this stay

We have travelled many places, this is the best place we have ever stayed. It is even much better than 5-, 6-star hotels. The house is located on the own owned hill, facing beautiful snow mountains and ocean whenever having dinner, sitting in the calm and styled living room, on balcony and outside the house. Especially, the owner, Joyce and Alan are extremely nice, helpful and friendly, making us like at warm home. Staying here for 2 days will be a forever beautiful memory to us: the smiles and assistance of Joyce and Alan, the fantastic view and extremely comfortable house. Thanks Joyce and Alan, you are in our heart! Best wishes Hao, Yiping, Qun and Jing from Singapore and China
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views of the Bay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Wonderful place to stay in Homer

The views were spectacular and the house very clean and comfy. The property is wonderful to walk around and the owners are very nice and helpful. Would definitely stay there again and the location was prefect, a short drive to Homer spit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

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

Worth the Visit

My folks were visiting and I wanted to show them Homer. The Turkington Estate did not disappoint, with a view that would be hard to match right from the living room. We will definitely be visiting again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

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

Second time here and will surely come again!!

Not only does this property have stunning views, it was immaculately clean, well appointed and exactly as advertised. The communication with Joyce the owner was very good as she kept us informed of a potential check in issue(which did not happen) due to a very large party checking out before us, but when we encountered her on the property she was very informative on local activities and just very friendly in general. We were able to see a young bull moose, right in the back yard of the house which made my wife's day! I cannot recommend this property highly enough. Thanks for sharing this home with us. Dan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy T.

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

We loved it

We love the Turkingtons. Thank you for such amazing hospitality. Best Stay available guaranteed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darin A.

Beautiful views

Beautiful views. Very spacious And Homie we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Majestic views of Alaska glaciers from every room.

My husband and I took a trip to Alaska for our 40th anniversary. Carolyn's Suite at the Turkington property was a highlight of our trip. The views from every room were stunningly beautiful. The house was spacious, comfortable, well appointed and lovingly care for. There were Sandhill Cranes spending the day eating and resting in the meadow. The location was private yet close to Homer. Truly a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Absolutely loved it!

It is a beautiful home and property, complete with a breathtaking view of the bay and glacier. We were treated to a flock of 40-50 Sandhills Cranes most days and some raspberry picking. This comfortable and well-stocked home is in a great location and Joyce and Alan Tarkington are perfect hosts. Thank you for a lovely stay - we hope to be back one day. Lynda and Larry Stein, Michigan
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda v.

Lovely house with an incredible view

We stayed at the house 2 nights. It was comfortable and super clean. The hosts anticipated questions with helpful notes around the house and included a very interesting history of the house and the Turkingtons. Downtown Homer was only a few minutes drive but I could have stayed two days in the living room looking out at the incredible views of the ocean and mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

We loved it!

For our summer family vacation, we wanted to explore the Homer area. We don't really like hotels, so we thought the Turkington estate would suit our needs. Not only did it suit our needs, it was like a dream come true. The house was spotlessly clean and the view of Kachemak Bay and the Homer Spit was spectacular! The place was so spacious and cozy. The owners were very helpful, recommending places to eat and visit, which turned out to be wonderful. The location was a little out of town, which made it a quiet retreat after a busy day of exploring. We would highly recommend Carolyn's suite to anyone looking for a clean, quiet getaway with a view to die for!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

Million Dollar View

The house was very clean and roomy! The living area is so spacious with a post card view. There was more than enough space for us (two couples). The house had everything we needed and more. If we were in the Homer area we would definitely rent this house again. We went Halibut and Salmon fishing and easily caught our limits. Homer is probably my favorite area in Alaska. We highly recommend the Turkington Estate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

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