The Rusty Salmon Lake House with Deck, Dock, Canoe and Kayaks

Open for the winter from 12/16/24 till 02/21/25. Bring your ski's and ice fishing gear!

Located in a quiet, secluded neighborhood just 4 miles from the Parks Highway, this tranquil lakefront home overlooks Sunshine Lake and is the perfect location to launch your Talkeetna adventure. One block from the Spur Road and bike path, you are 12 minutes from downtown Talkeetna and 4 minutes from a grocery store, gas station, and the Parks Highway. From our deck you'll see swallows, wild ducks, terns, and sandhill cranes as swans or eagles soar overhead.

Relax and unwind in this peaceful, custom-built cedar home with two-story views of east Sunshine Lake in Talkeetna…

Located in a quiet, secluded neighborhood just 4 miles from the Parks Highway, this tranquil lakefront home overlooking Sunshine Lake is the perfect location to launch your Talkeetna adventure.

One block from the Spur Road and bike path, you are 10 minutes from downtown Talkeetna. You are 4minutes from grocery store, gas station and the Parks Highway.

Enjoy a cup of morning coffee out on the expansive two-tier, lake view deck. Imagine waking to the songs of loons outside your window.

Launch our kayak, rowboat or canoe from our marsh walk and dock on Sunshine Lake as you paddle among loons, wild ducks, terns, sandhill cranes, and eagles. In 2024 we added a two sets of stair steps to make getting to dock easy.

Grill a meal with friends and family out on the deck. Then, gather by the lakeside fire ring to share stories and roast s’mores. You might even catch an occasional wandering moose or bear swimming across the lake.

At the end of the day, retreat back to the deck and relax after a day of hiking, biking, flightseeing, or fishing. Feel the tension release as you ease into your memory foam topped bed.

Sitting at the confluence of the Talkeetna, Susitna, and Chulitna Rivers, Talkeetna is a beautiful haven resting in the shadow of Denali. Whether you’re driving, riding the train, or flying up for a perfect weekend or extended stay, we welcome you to enjoy the views, wildlife, and tranquility at our lakefront home.

This beautifully accommodated custom-built lakehouse offers a comfortable and eclectic mix of modern, Alaskan, and antique décor. Designed with friends and family in mind, the spacious two-story open floor plan offers sweeping views of east Sunshine Lake.

There are hand-stained concrete floors throughout the home. On the first floor, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The living room has a leather sofa, recliner, rocker, and an oversized chair. There’s a large, oversized ceiling fan near the exposed wooden beam. There is a first-floor private bedroom with a queen bed and a two-inch memory foam topper, a luxurious down comforter, linens, and a ceiling fan. The ensuite bathroom hosts a shower, a concrete counter, and a copper sink. Down the hall is an additional half bath.


The hand-milled birch staircase leads to the second-floor loft gathering space with an Apple TV, HD screen, and a sofa bed. There’s a private master bedroom with a new Casper king bed, luxurious down comforter, linens, and a ceiling fan. The ensuite bathroom has a six-foot oversized Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, concrete counter, and a double copper sink.

The owners are always close by if needed.

The Rusty Salmon Sunshine Lakehouse is the perfect weekend getaway or an excellent extended stay for friends, families, and small groups.