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Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views

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A wooden deck with wicker furniture and a view of a lake.
A living room with a large window, a grey sofa, a patterned rug, and a wooden coffee table.
A lakeside cabin with a dock, surrounded by trees and a house in the background.
A kitchen with a white countertop, a tea kettle, a basket of snacks, and a sign that says "Happy PLACE".
A dining area with a table, chairs, a potted plant, a coffee station, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located along the water, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 7 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It offers a private boat dock for water activities and has a patio and balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Nearby attractions include Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Wasilla Public Library, with hiking, biking, and fishing opportunities.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dock
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Wasilla, AK
  • Place, Finger Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Finger Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪3 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

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

About this property

Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views

Come relax at the end of the road in our historic lake front home. Built in 1958 it is one of the first homes on the lake. Recent updates make it a comfortable stay for 2-3 couples or a family to enjoy fantastic views, play on the lake, or just relax on a large deck. We also have a patio with a fire pit and wood provided. Swans in the spring and fall, ducks all summer, eagles perch in the trees in the front yard. We have kayaks, paddle boats, a rowboat, canoe and a large dock, for your use, to enjoy the lake. We provide fishing gear for summer and winter. The home is located between Palmer and Wasilla, about 45 minutes from Anchorage airport. Come enjoy your private, waterfront home while you visit Alaska.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3123036vb
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
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

Wasilla

Located in Wasilla, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site, while Colony House Museum and Palmer Visitor Information Center are cultural highlights. Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Musk Ox Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Wasilla, AK

What's nearby

  • Finger Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Finger Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 3 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 26 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 40 min drive - 71.0 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 12 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Locals Pub & Pizzeria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Millers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chepo’s Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Little Miller's Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views?

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views on 21 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,362, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Retreat with fantastic views located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Finger Lake and Finger Lake. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Cottonwood Lake are also within 3 miles (5 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 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
This place was amazing! It had great views of the lake in the living room and in other rooms. There were kayaks, a row boat and fishing equipment we could use. It really had everything we needed and more. The "extras" like breakfast treats and s'more stuff was unexpected and made us feel at home. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views, many amenities including kayaks, fishing gear, clean, comfortable home. Close proximity to many excursions. We really enjoyed our stay at the lakefront VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Thank you for staying with us. So happy you enjoyed your time here. We enjoy sharing it with others.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay. This was our first time using VRBO so we weren’t sure what to expect. The home had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2026
Glad you enjoyed your time here. Always a pleasure to have guests. Welcome back any time. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place right on the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, location and great communication! We would 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Thanks for your recommendation. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the best property I’ve ever stayed at. The cleanest, most well stocked. Absolutely perfect location for all the things we did while in the area. My kids loved the pedal boats. The views were immaculate. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2026
Thank you for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking such great care of the home. Welcome back any time. Brenda and Stan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property that has the right blend of modern updates and classic charm. One can see that many memories were made here :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close enough to our event but not smack in town. Enough rooms and space for everyone. Great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Glad the house worked for your family trip. Welcome back k any time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow! That was our first impression of this place, and it was also our lasting one.You truly get the best of both worlds here. If you want to escape, you have the peace and solitude of the lake, spectacular views of the mountains and glaciers, bald eagles roosting in the trees right outside the living room, and fantastic fishing. Yet you’re still close enough to town to enjoy restaurants, shopping, and that wonderful sense of the local Alaskan community.Everything you need to enjoy the lake is right there—fishing rods, life jackets, canoes, pedal boats, and a rowing boat. There is also one very large trout that managed to outsmart me for the entire stay!Staying here feels less like renting an accommodation and more like being welcomed into a small, family-run Alaskan resort. Stan and Brenda are absolutely fabulous hosts and make the experience even more special.During our stay, we took an overnight trip to Denali to experience the magic of the national park, but you certainly don't have to travel far to find incredible scenery and outdoor adventures. Hatcher Pass, the Gold Mine Trail, glaciers, beautiful walks, wildlife, and some of Alaska's most spectacular landscapes are all within easy reach.If you are looking for somewhere special to stay in Alaska, don't waste your time looking anywhere else. Stay here.We absolutely loved it and would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you so much for your kind words. Hope you have an opportunity to visit again. Would love to have you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay, it was beautiful and we could feel all the love and thoughtfulness that has gone into this family heirloom of a home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Great location and property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet lake front home.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

It was such a wonderful property. We really enjoyed being on the lake and the house was clean, well-stocked and comfortable. Brenda and Stan were such great hosts! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Location

The view is exactly what you would want on an Alaskan vacation. Nice, clean house with friendly, helpful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for your kind comments. Glad you enjoyed your stay. We would be happy to have you stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful lakeside retreat

Wow! We had an amazing time! This property was everything it was promised to be. Beautiful, homey, convenient to services, with amzing lakeside access. Our kids spent hours playing on and in the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back any time. Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT LOCATION

This house was everything we wanted. Great location right on the water. Comfortable beds. All the toys the owner provided to use on the lake was perfect. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2024
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pure peace and beauty

We had an amazing stay. It was peaceful, the views are stunning. Brenda and Stan are very responsive.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2023
We are very glad you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lakehouse we rented was so amazing!! Everything was great. The views were unbelievable . The house was spotless and there was nothing we needed. They had everything. We met the owners and they gave us fresh salmon that they had caught that morning. I can’t say enough great things about our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome place to start our adventure! Gorgeous views everywhere we looked! We truly appreciated all of the thoughtful/helpful items you provided. Thank you for sharing your special home with us! Barb R
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

The listing does not do this place justice! Close to everything and the view is spectacular. The hosts are super accommodating, easy to get ahold of, and go above and beyond with what they provide. Would 100% stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, it’s nice to hear when guests enjoy their stay! I do apologize for inadvertently giving you only four stars for communication on your review. I contacted VRBO to see if it could be changed, but the only option was to permanently delete the entire review. You definitely are 5 stars in all categories!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My Dad & i

Met with family while there
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house

Loved our time here!From Eagles to Auroras ,couldn’t ask for better.One of our favorites.Thanks Stan and Brenda.Oh yeah,our granddaughter loved skating on the frozen lake.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful stay. Stan and Brenda were amazing. We had our emails off but saw they messaged several times to make sure everything was good. They left us eggs from their chickens, which we really enjoyed. The house had everything we needed. We enjoyed the canoe and paddle boats. They provided all that we needed to fish on the lake, which was great. You could tell a lot of love is put into the house. Wish we would've stayed here longer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for the kind words. Brenda and Stan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!!!!!

We Brought my 92 yr old mom visiting from Arizona. This place is AMAZING. Stunning views. Wraparound deck for all day sun. Use of many kinds of boats. Living room with panoramic views. Right on the water. Worth every penny. Clean. Even has an old working dial phone on the wall. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thank you for the nice comments. You are welcome back any time. Brenda and Stan
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside property

The property was fun for the family being able to utilize the paddle boats as well as Kayaks from the Dock. Kids enjoyed the water either fishing or just fun. The house was nice and clean, and the host made us feel right at home! Would highly recommend staying here as my Family enjoyed it with many things to do without having to drive to far. Little over an hour to rent utvs to drive into the beautiful scenery or about three and a half hours to Denali park entrance. Also had life jackets, fishing poles and bait to use. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Very nice family, took excellent care of the house and property. We would be happy to welcome them back anytime!

About the host

Hosted by Stan and Brenda

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We both grew up here and truly enjoy having others enjoy the nearby activities and have fun on the lake.

Why they chose this property

Private home at the end of the road. Enjoy the lake out your front door.

What makes this property unique

You have 180 views of the lake and the Chugach mountains. We offer kayaks, paddle boats and all the amenities to enjoy a great way start or finish your Alaska vacation. Many guests have found this to be a convenient, centralized location to base their trip to Alaska.

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English

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