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Front
Front
Front of house
Looking East
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cantwell, AK
  • Mt. Healy Overlook Trail
  • Wilderness Access Center
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Lakeside Chalet

Property is located on a small float plane sized lake off the Denali Highway on a private drive. Enjoy fishing, boating or just relaxing at your own boat launch and beach on this 3 acres gem. After your daily venture, relax on the deck, barbecue or jump in the hot tub. No matter what you do, you will always find yourself gazing in awe of the scenery. Prime Berry picking, Wildlife viewing with hiking or strolling right out your door. 15 Miles to Carlo Creek, 20 miles to the Grizzly and Denali National Park, with Glitter Gulch just to the north. Activities include Rafting, Flight seeing, Hiking, Northern lights(mid August-Mid September), Fishing, Hunting, dog sledding, the 135 mile Denali Highway or Denali National Park. Local guides and tours available or self guided. When booking please do not leave a day that is non-bookable on either side of your stay. If you do, we may call you and see if you can adjust your vacation plans or we may not be able to rent. We only have approximately 115 days that we can possibly book and if every guest left a day or two on either side that is un-bookable, we could potentially lose out on half our season. Thank you for your consideration.

You will not be disappointed!!!

Property manager

Kelly or Cheryl Painter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside
15 MPH maximum speed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cantwell

Located in Cantwell, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Cantwell, AK

What's nearby

  • Wilderness Access Center - 44 min drive - 60.1 km
  • Kantishna Gallery - 44 min drive - 61.4 km
  • Denali National Park Visitors Center - 46 min drive - 61.8 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 48 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Denali Dog Sledding Museum - 49 min drive - 64.6 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Parks Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪JP's Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Perky Moose Espresso - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Lakeside Chalet pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Lakeside Chalet?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Lakeside Chalet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Lakeside Chalet located?

Located in the mountains, this Cantwell holiday home offers ski-in/ski-out access within 32 mi (52 km) of Denali National Park, Wilderness Access Center and Horseshoe Lake. Kantishna Gallery and Denali National Park Visitors Center are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

Great stay!

Wish we could have stayed longer! Beautiful property in a beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Perfect Denali stay!

We loved this house! Fantastic location to access Denali NP, and the house is very comfortable and clean! Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

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

Our stay

Beautiful placeNo problemsGreat stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Beautiful home and excellent stay

We really enjoyed our stay on Drashner Lake. The home was beautiful and well-kept. The views were stunning and the house was very comfortable. Highly recommend this house for anyone visiting Denali National Park or just wanting a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karan K.

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

Fantastic & Beautiful Chalet

We had a wonderful time in Alaska at this Chalet. The location is perfect for visiting Denali. The chalet is beautiful insise and out. The views of the lake and mountains are spectacular. We were able to see Denali from the balcony on the second floor. Having a full kitchen with all the amenities made life easy because we were on the go every day. Cheryl and Kelly were wonderful, they addresed all of questions and concerns. If you want a fantastic place to stay pick this chalet.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is absolutely stunning. The mountain views from every window did not disappoint. The home is very well kept and had everything for our stay. It wasn't just a shell of a house. The feeling there was warm and inviting. It felt like home. My kids enjoyed the paddle boat and hanging out on the deck. I wish we could have enjoyed the hot tub, but we didn't have enough time. We'd love to come back for a future visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

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

Actual Perfection

You will feel like you are borrowing a friend’s home that is just a short drive to Denali National Park.We had everything we needed from a well appointed kitchen to a super cozy living room and more. While the description and pictures of this home are very accurate, you just have to see these views for yourself. If you are looking for a homebase while you enjoy the park, this is it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Great place to stay!

We absolutely loved your home and the area! I just wish we could have stayed a few more days, to enjoy it more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great Stay!

We had a very comfortable stay. This was a great location and had everything we could have needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilson H.

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

Beautiful location. Clean. Comfortable.

Spent 3 nights touring/hiking Denali National Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren B.

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

Views of the lake

This was a great location to be able to explore Denali. The house was extremely well furnished and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Awesome Place

My family and I enjoyed every thing about this house! It was a great base camp for days spent at Denali, the views are terrific, a great next door neighbor and the wild blueberries! 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Beautiful place!

This was a very comfy, relaxing place to stay in after a day of exploring! Very clean and hosts were very helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Beautiful home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is beautiful and close to Denali National Park and Talkeerna. The owner was very responsive to my inquiries. I would recommend this property if you are looking to travel to that area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leivy B.

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

Amazing stay!

We loved this rental. The house was very clean, kitchen was perfect w/ everything we needed to make family meals. We spent a lot of time exploring, did a hike to Jack River, spent a day in Denali and enjoyed a rafting trip. Would love to visit again some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Perfect for us

Perfect location for us to visit Denali National park. The house had everything we needed. Beds were very comfortable too .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vickie N.

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

Great

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything went very well. The owners was great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

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

Close to all the action with beautiful views

We loved this mountain view property. The house had everything we needed, beautiful view of the lake and mountains and we enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub. Plus, it was close to all the Denali activities. We'd definitely recommend this house to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyse A.

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

Beautiful, peaceful home near Denali

My parents, husband, and I had a wonderful stay! This property is perfect for those wanting to explore Denali National Park and stay in a peaceful location away from the cruise ship hotels. The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need and we loved the hot tub. We also appreciated being able to use the washer/dryer. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mich m.

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

Exceeded expectations

First, I want to mention how clean the house was upon arrival. Everything to dishes, towels, utensils and supplies were well thought out and organized not too much and not too little. We stayed the first two weeks in June so the weather was still a little cold even snowed one night, fishing wasn't the best but we expected that even the fly-fishing guide said he was struggling. The property is beautiful we took a little hike in the back and ran into a red fox, The location is remote but our focus was Mt. Mckinley and we explored a lot of the park which was really nice. We also did the ATV tour in Healy and wen to the brewery great place. My son wanted to hit some fishing holes in Willow which is a few hours away on the way back we stopped in Talkeetna (highly recommend). We also went into Denali city ate at some of the lodges which were amazing. Hot tub was a nice bonus especially with all the rain and cool weather. We were able to see caribou, Dall sheep 27 moose and calfs, no bears. If you like wilderness and exploring this is a great place. If I had to do it again I would take one of the tour buses or trains and stay 2 or 3 nights and head down to coopers landing or Homer a little more to do and warmer weather. The host was fantastic, and I cannot say enough about this cozy home. Thank you for sharing your property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlee W.

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

Amazing Mountain Home

We so enjoyed the beautiful views and we were blessed with a clear view of Denali! The home is comfortable and roomy. The grandkids loved the hottub and the paddle boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

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

Denali getaway

This property had all the amenities you would want to experience a relaxing vacation in Alaska. The proximity to Denali National park was very convenient and allowed for easy day trips. Then returned to relax in the hot tub with mountain views, campfire under the midnight sun, paddle boat on the tranquil Lake.Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

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

Beautiful, Clean, and Cozy!

Our whole group was very impressed with this rental. Kelly made check in very easy and was very quick and helpful to answer any questions we had. The house was spotless upon arrival and immediately felt like home. The location was great and very peaceful. About 30 minutes from Denali National Park and right off of the scenic Denali highway. I’d stay here again in an instant!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer l.

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

2nd stay

Clean, great views and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani W.

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

Beautiful cabin and location

Absolutely beautiful, peaceful and serene! Comfortable bedding, wonderfully stocked kitchen. The hot tub was excellent and the views from the deck were stunning! Excellent hosts and great communication!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kelly or Cheryl Painter

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Kelly was born and raised from Eugene, OR. Fell in Love with Alaska and decided Alaska is Home
Interests; Work before play, Hunting, Fishing, and Traveling, Family.
Cheryl is Alaskan Native, born and raised from Southeast.
Interest; Enjoy Life, Family , Work, Travel.
How did we meet, Kelly had a job in Southeast Alaska 1991, I worked as a Ticket Agent. His work company would freight just about everyday, we started to chat and out on a date it was year 1991, we have been married since 1992.
We both enjoy our family time with our 3 wonderful children and enjoy our time with our 7 grandkids, Alaska will always be our home.

Why they chose this property

We feel this is one of the last remote get a way's left on the road system that has all the amenities of a big city. Whether you see moose, bears, caribou, sheep, the spectacular scenery, the 135 mile Denali highway or find yourself enjoying the lake at your doorstep, you will know you have found a special place in Alaska.

In the event your dates are booked, we have another VRBO at Mile post 229.5 miles of the Parks Highway within a mile of the southern entrance to Denali National Park. You may check this property out as well. It is called "Log Home on Denali Airstrip."

What makes this property unique

Unspoiled Beauty, Wildlife and Scenery in a remote yet accessible location with all the modern comforts.

Languages:

English

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