Lazy Mountain Hideaway

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A house with a balcony overlooking a garden with various plants and a fence in the foreground.
A rural landscape with hay bales and flowering plants.
A two-story house with a red balcony, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.
A bedroom with pink walls, a wooden bed with a red blanket, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Mat-Su Visitors Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Musk Ox Farm
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Green Room

1 Double Bed

Rose Room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this holiday home is in a rural area. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Musk Ox Farm and Reindeer Farm. Alaska Railroad and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Colony House Museum - 18 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 23 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 28 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sluice Box @ Alaska State Fair - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Alehouse - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lazy Mountain Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lazy Mountain Hideaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lazy Mountain Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lazy Mountain Hideaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lazy Mountain Hideaway located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lazy Mountain, Colony House Museum and Mat-Su Visitors Center. Palmer Visitor Information Center and Arkose Brewery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very comfortable and clean…..good folks ! Our home away from home!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2026
Millie and Miles are by far our favorite guests, even after 13 years of hosting. They’ve stayed with us a few times. We always look forward to seeing them! Pleasant, kind, just like family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, the pictures don’t do it justice. The owner was there to greet us and go over everything. Wish we could have stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Wes, Dan and John were delightful guests! They took great care of the guest space and communicated well. We truly hope to see them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well cleaned and quiet place to stay while in Palmer. Gretchen and Al are very kind and made us feel welcome right from the start.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lazy Mountain Paradise

We loved it! The property is centrally located and we were able to go out and have adventures everyday and come back and rest at night. They are a nice couple. It's a beautiful property and our grandkids really enjoyed it too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

50th anniversary trip

Gretchen and Al afe the best. Can't wait to come back. Made us feel like family. Enjoyed fresh eggs from their chickens and the bonus was picking raspberries from their beautiful garden.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2021
We loved having you all here, and hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location close to everything!

We had an amazing stay with Gretchen and Al. They were very hospitable and friendly. We were greeted with a loaf of fresh bread (we ate it ALL!), butter, homemade jam and fresh eggs. The location is central to everything we wanted to do. We drove Hatcher pass, drove out to “see” Denali, played a round of golf and saw 2 glaciers. The home was very roomy and clean. Everywhere We can’t wait to return for another visit. Thanks Gretchen and Al!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
We loved having you and Rory stay with us, Kimberly! You guys were a delight to host, and we truly hope you will return sometime soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We absolutely loved this place. Th hosts were very gracious and hospitable and very friendly. They let us pick raspberries from their patch and even gave us fresh vegetables from their garden for supper. Gretchen even managed to find a spot for us to hunt fossil plant material. The place was very spacious with beautiful linens and nice local art decorating the walls. The view looked out to the mountains. They provided recommendations for activities and places to visit and eat. One was to visit Hatcher Pass and pick wild huckleberries. Hatcher Pass was one of our most favorite outings. The scenery was gorgeous! We had a wonderful stay and would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2022
Thank you, Kim! We missed you, David and Gigi the minute you drove away. We hope to see you again some time. Gretchen and Al
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gretchen is the model of how to be a VRBO host. She is welcoming and warm with a true desire to provide for an amazing guest experience. Her property contains an obvious pride of ownership. Our stay could not have been better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed Rod and Angie! We have been hosting for over 10 years, and they quickly became some of our favorite guests. We truly hope to see them again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful out in the country setting

Easy access all ground floor, nice for wife not to have climb any stairs
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect, peaceful location with gracious hosts!

I would definitely recommend Lazy Mountain rental and especially Gretchen as a host. The home was extremely clean and the beds were super comfortable. Gretchen provided us with a dozen fresh eggs and plenty of coffee and tea. The location is amazing and peaceful. We had hoped to see a moose which we didn't but Gretchen kept an eye out for us and even enlisted the neighbors. Unfortunately our stay was short (work related)but I will definitely be back with mu family for a longer visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
Thank you, Kari! We truly enjoyed hosting you and Jan! We hope to see you and your daughter and family in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Refreshing time in Palmer

We were VERY satisfied with our stay at the Lazy Mountain. Gretchen and Al were very accommodating. The lower level of their home is very clean and well thought out for guests. Gretchen went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable, recommended the best things to see and do in the area, listed out restaurants and hikes, and just overall kind and hospitable. We enjoyed dinner on the patio one night with great views!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2021
Thank you, Kristi! We really enjoyed having you and your family stay with us. We hope to see you again sometime in the future! Al and Gretchen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

Gretchen & Al were wonderful hosts! Very friendly, attentive & accommodating. The view was beautiful & we even spotted a moose in the backyard! Our family of six had a great time & would definitely recommend to others. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2021
Thank you, Dawn! We wish you could have stayed longer. We hope to see you and your beautiful family again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best in Alaska

This was by far the best experience we've ever had staying at a B and B Al and Gretchen are the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2021
Charlie and Melanie, we missed you all the moment you drove away. Hoping to see you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay in Palmer

Second stay at this property. It's spacious, clean and quiet. The owner is very attentive and helpful.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you, Ellen! We loved seeing you again, and look forward to the possibility of future visits.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful place, wonderful people

I was up for a week in Palmer on business, accompanied by my sister. I have stayed in a number of places around the Mat-Su as I come up regularly. I have seen nothing more beautiful and peaceful as this place. Gretchen and Al were wonderful hosts, and took my sister under their wing as this was her first Alaska visit. I highly recommend this for a stay of any length- Lazy Mountain is, as my sister says, a little slice of heaven.The accommodation was very comfortable, and quite large. Again, highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you, Mike! We thoroughly enjoyed hosting you and Jamie; we loved hearing your story. So glad we were a part of your journey! We hope to see you again. Al and Gretchen
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, quiet setting

The home is lovely, clean and quiet. Host is very attentive and available if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Serene & Peaceful

Beautiful property, pristine home & lovely owners. Make this your next vacation rental in Palmer, Alaska-- You will be very pleased you did. The Halls TEXAS
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you so much, Alice! We enjoyed you and Charlie very much, and would love to have you back any time! ~Gretchen and Al
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