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A living room with a sectional sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a microwave and stove, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.
A two-story house with a stone foundation, a garage, and a red mailbox.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Finger Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Finger Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Musk Ox Farm
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Palmer

This apartment places you within a 5-minute drive of Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Finger Lake. The apartment includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Finger Lake - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Musk Ox Farm - 6 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Hatcher Pass Management Area - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 8 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 19 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Alehouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lekker Coffee And Baking Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Elks Lodge - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking

Enjoy your stay in our newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home. This is a duplex, with a wonderful long term tenant next door. There is a full sized kitchen with all the necessities to make home cooked meals and a lighted back porch with a grill for your use. We are minutes away from the gas station and coffee shop and about 10 minutes from Hatcher Pass. Hatcher Pass is a beautiful place to snowboard and ski in the winter and hike and pick berries in the summer.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

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 the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

***TRASH DAY IS MONDAY MORNING. PLEASE MOVE TRASH CAN TO THE FRONT OF THE DRIVEWAY SUNDAY NIGHT

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this apartment?

This apartment is located in Palmer, close to Musk Ox Farm, Palmer Golf Course, and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm. You'll also find Hatcher Pass Management Area and Finger Lake within a short drive.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful house!!! We enjoyed it fully
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

This was a wonderful place to stay . The host was excellent it was easy to find and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay, clean, close to downtown Palmer. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It had everything that we needed. Very clean and nicely decorated. Felt safe and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kid friendly space. Kid loved the bunk bed and the tv in his room. The adults enjoyed having a comfortable place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well stocked, comfortable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

This place exceeded our expectations. Clean, comfortable, and great location. We would stay again and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very clean and ample kitchen stuff for our needs. It was well situated for activities in the Mat-Su Valley as well as Anchorage and Willow.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

This is a great place to stay. It is within easy access to attractions in the Mat-Su Valley and Anchorage.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Palmer, Ak

This was a wonderful place to stay while in Palmer. It met all of our needs and more. If we are back in the area we will definitely want to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For one night stay it was easy to get to and it was a gorgeous place. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable

Wonderful stay, comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great stay!

This property was excellent all around! Lots of space for everyone to have their quiet time, a good family room to watch movies or play games, and in a prime spot in Palmer for easy access to the town and the nearby parks. Highly recommended for anyone interested in staying in Palmer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place. Has anything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

First trip to Alaska

We stayed 4 days after a 7 day cruise. This place was great base camp and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice and clean

We really enjoyed our 1 night stay here. Very clean and tidy place,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

This is very clean and well maintained property. It is centrally located to attractions in Palmer, Wasilla, Hatcher Pass, and the Mat-Su Valley. It is an easy drive to Anchorage and Willow where we saw the Iditarod, as well as Talkeetna. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

My family was amazed with the home, beautiful home, awesome location, clean and welcoming. Wonderful Home away from Home❤️ I will definitely stay here again in the future.. Qujannamiik (Thank you)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome access to Hatcher Pass area

great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful duplex. Very roomy. Wide open garage to layout our backpacking gear. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hockey tournament

This is our second time staying at this amazing property, and we’re absolutely thrilled to have found our go-to spot in the Valley! It’s the perfect place for hockey families, and we can't recommend it enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean with great layout for families

Cute house, very clean with comfortable beds. Well-stocked kitchen and property manager was great to work with. No complaints!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

One the best properties we stayed at. Everything about this property is perfect. Location, amenities, cleanliness, instructions and communication - everything is good and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023