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Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking

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A two-car garage with a stone foundation and a dark roof.
A two-story house with a stone foundation, a garage, and a red mailbox.
Entryway
A living room with a sectional sofa, a TV stand, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A living room with a brown leather sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, and a large window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Finger Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Musk Ox Farm
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mat-Su Visitors Center
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
***TRASH DAY IS MONDAY MORNING. PLEASE MOVE TRASH CAN TO THE FRONT OF THE DRIVEWAY SUNDAY NIGHT

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1582725vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this apartment is in the mountains and on a river. Colony House Museum and Palmer Visitor Information Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Musk Ox Farm and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Alaska Railroad and Alaska Live Steamers. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Finger Lake - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hatcher Pass Management Area - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Mat-Su Visitors Center - 8 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Elks Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪203 Kombucha - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Finger Lake, Musk Ox Farm, and Finger Lake. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Hatcher Pass Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 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. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Antonia S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Virgil H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura k.

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Virgil H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

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

10/10 Excellent

DebraLee C.

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

Comfortable

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

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

10/10 Excellent

allisin d.

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

Great place

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

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Rinku M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Mj C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home was stocked with everything we needed. Enjoyed having garage. Home was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Virgil H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Qovik N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Palmer duplex

Check-in was a breeze, the entire home was very clean and checkout was easy when following the directions posted on the refrigerator. We didn’t cook while there but the kitchen appeared to be well stocked. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

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

Awesome access to Hatcher Pass area

great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jake N.

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

Loved it.

Clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Ostermiller

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I'm originally from Hawaii, now living in Alaska. Hawaii will always have a piece of my heart, but I love Alaska and exploring our beautiful state. I am mother to 6 children with a wonderful husband. My husband is a realtor and property manager and would love to help you find a more permanent or income producing property here in Alaska. I love to bake, travel, hike and explore new places. I enjoy hosting and strive to make sure our guests are taken care of and want to give you a great experience.

Why they chose this property

I love Palmer and this area is a great location. It is close to the mountain, which is such a peaceful place to explore.

What makes this property unique

It is near Hatcher Pass where you can ski in the winter and bike or hike in the summer. It is super close to the gas station and coffee shops.

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