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Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Water view

Explore the area

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Hope, AK
  • Place, Hope & Sunrise Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope - Sunrise Community Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Airport, Girdwood, AK (AQY)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hope

This cabin places you next to Chugach National Forest and within a mile (2 km) of Hope & Sunrise Museum. The cabin includes a fireplace, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Hope & Sunrise Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hope - Sunrise Community Library - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Resurrection Pass - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Summit Lake - 40 min drive - 32.9 miles
  • Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center - 51 min drive - 48.1 miles

Getting around

  • Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 59 min drive
  • Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turnagain Fish Co. - ‬72 min drive
  • ‪Creekbend Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Discovery Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dirty Skillet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brown Bear Saloon - ‬71 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek

Bowman's Cabin was once the dwelling unit for the previous owners, Kent and Melanie Bowman. It sits directly on Bear Creek itself. This 2-bedroom cabin features a small living and dining area, 2 queen-size beds, a full-size couch pullout bed, a twin-size love seat pull-out bed, and a roll-away cot. The cabin has a mini fridge and microwave, an electric heater and wood burning stove, and a cooling fan. This is a "dry" cabin with no indoor plumbing which has access to the shared Wash Hut for indoor showers, sinks, and toilets. Sleeps 8 maximum.

Dirty Skillet is our on-site restaurant, which is typically open 6 nights a week for dinner. Our coffee shop is generally open 7 days a week, and it is where you will check in when you arrive. All cabin guests have access to our 24-hour sauna.
The cabin is heated and features a balcony and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a sofa bed, and a microwave.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outdoors, not inside the cabin

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 open flame is allowed outside of the designated fireplace areas or during a town-wide burn ban.
No garbage is allowed outside of the cabin due to wildlife.
One vehicle per cabin booked is permitted to park on-site.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: Pets are allowed in the Bridge Cabin upon approval

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed outdoors, not inside the cabin

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

458913

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Hope, just steps from Chugach National Forest. You'll also find Hope & Sunrise Museum and Gull Rock Trail Trailhead within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek on Jun 28, 2026 start from $319, 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.

Will I be able to park at Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek?

At this riverfront cabin, amenities that appeal to couples include a fireplace, a water view in some cabins, as well as a firepit.

Does Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

Does Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.

Where is the closest airport to this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Girdwood, AK (AQY), which is about 17.2 mi away. Another top airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC), which is around 21.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek?

Yes, every cabin at Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

Bowman's Cabin - a private cabin in Hope, Alaska right on Bear Creek Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Cozy little cabin

Cozy little cabin with enough sleeping accommodations for 3 adults and 4 teens. Beautiful, next to creek.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hope H.

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

Beautiful cabin

While the cabins were simple and did not have kitchens or private bathrooms, the setting was so gorgeous with the mountain stream flowing by and the view of the mountains that it was a truly beautiful experience staying here. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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