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Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House.

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a forest and snow-capped mountains.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and pendant lighting.
A large wooden cabin with multiple windows and a covered porch, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
A wooden staircase with a metal railing.
A living room with a red leather chair, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table. There are two windows with views of trees and mountains.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Panoramic mountain views
    Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with on-site laundry facilities for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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McCarthy, AK
  • Place, Wrangell - St. Elias National Park and Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, McCarthy Footbridge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, McCarthy, AK (MXY)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Loft

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

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About the area

McCarthy

Located in McCarthy, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore McCarthy Creek and Wrangell - St. Elias National Park and Preserve.
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McCarthy, AK

What's nearby

  • Wrangell - St. Elias National Park and Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • McCarthy Footbridge - 7 min drive - 2.0 km
  • McCarthy Road Information Station - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Kennecott Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • McCarthy, AK (MXY) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Potato - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golden Saloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Meatza Wagon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪As The Glacier Melts - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tailor-Made Pizza - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House.?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House. on 19 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,073, 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.

What time is check-in at Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular mountain and glacier views at Donaho House. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum and McCarthy Footbridge. McCarthy Road Information Station and McCarthy Creek 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 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 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, listing accuracy
The view was great, the town was fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2026
Thanks for the review Becky. I appreciate you taking the time to say something about your stay at Donaho House. I hope that you can make it back sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Possibly the best VRBO I’ve ever stayed. The views were great, the house was beautiful and very clean. Kelly was great and very accommodating. Stay here if you can!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Hey John, Thanks for the review. I appreciate you taking the time to tell us what you enjoyed about the house. We certainly enjoyed hosting you. Thanks for leaving the house neat and tidy. You are always welcome and I hope you and your buddies come back for another backcountry trip. All the best to all you guys, Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a meticulously maintained property and communication with the host was superb. I highly recommend this cabin in McCarthy. Stunning view of the Wrangell mountains from the deck. By far the top property in McCarthy!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2026
Michael, Thanks for choosing Donaho House for your stay at McCarthy, I am happy to hear you enjoyed the views and that you found the house well maintained and had all of the amenities that you needed. Please let me know if you ever get up this way again. Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Donaho House was the ideal home away from home for us to enjoy McCarthy and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Our host was easygoing and responsive. The views from the house are breathtaking. From the bedding to the well-stocked kitchen, everything about the home is comfortable. Can we say Five Stars Plus?
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2026
I am glad that you found the house comfortable and convenient to explore McCarthy and Kennicott. It’s great you got out for a fly-in day trip to the backcountry. You were smart to book the house for 5 nights. It gives you plenty of time to enjoy all that the park has to offer. Let me know if you ever get back this way. I enjoyed meeting and hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, spacious home! Lots of windows for viewing the scenery. One bedroom downstairs. Two bedrooms upstairs. A fully functioning bathroom on each floor. Kitchen well stocked with plares, mugs, flatware, etc.Host helped us get our belongings back and forth from the footbridge. Highly recommend! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Thanks for choosing Donaho House for your stay at McCarthy. It’s nice to know that you enjoyed the great views and took advantage all of the amenities in the house. I’m glad to got to go on a guided glacier hike and a river trip. There are lot of fun thing to do around McCarthy and Kennicott. I hope that you will let me know if you ever get back to McCarthy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and beautiful, we thoroughly enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2025
Thanks for the review Qin. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you can make it back sometime. All the best. Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Donaho house. The house is stunning and the access to McCarthy and Kennecott just amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Corrina, Thanks for the kind review. We certainly strive to make guests feel welcome and of course the house is situated perfectly to enjoy all the area has to offer. I hope you can make it back again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay when you’re exploring McCarthy and Kennicott…It’s an easy walk into McCarthy. Clean, spacious, modern amenities, and great location with a view. Owners, Kelly and Natalie, are very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thanks for the kind review. So glad you enjoyed your stay at Donaho House and enjoyed the area and all the adventures available in McCarthy and Kennicott. I hope that you can make it back on a future trip. All the best. Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning location and home!

Absolutely fabulous location and stunningly beautiful home! Kitchen was well stocked and very clean. Beds were super cozy and we all slept great. Amazing hosts with great communication - would definitely rebook!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Brianna, So glad you enjoyed your stay at Donaho House. Thank you for being great guests. I hope that you can come stay with us another time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing stay

The Donoho house is lovely! Great views! Wonderful kitchen and dining room for coffee, breakfast, and games! Short walk to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2024
Thanks for choosing Donaho House for you stay in McCarthy. Good to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hope you can come back again. Happy travels, Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful home! The Donaho house is the perfect vacation rental. The home is fully stocked and in need of nothing. The beds were comfortable and bedding was cozy. Open floor plan assures family time. The views were spectacular and assured a well relaxed atmoshphere. It was a short walk to town and to the shuttle. Perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Katheryn, Thanks for the great review. We try hard to offer a great place to stay and love hearing how much you enjoyed it. We loved having you and hope that you can come back sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay and highly recommend

This was our 3rd stop on our almost 2 week vacation with two other families. This home was amazing, stunning view, beautiful home and craftsman’s ship, great location with quick walk to town. Kitchen fully stocked, host communication was easy and quick. It’s a special place and highly recommend staying. I hope we will be back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2024
Dawn, It was a pleasure to host your family and friends. I am glad that you enjoyed the house and had fun on the ice cave tour and glacier hike. Thanks you for being great guests and i do hope you can make it back to McCarthy sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Didn’t want to leave

Perfect, nothing to change. More than expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Janel, It was great meeting you and your family. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you can make it back sometime. Safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home!

The home was absolutely beautiful and had everything you needed. The views from the back deck were amazing. Kelly and Natalie were both communicative and helpful. They made the check in/out process easy and we’re delightful to work with. It was a wonderful few days for my family and I!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2023
Tiffany, Thanks for the 5 star review. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family and I’m delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Donaho House. The views from the house are something we love about the place and we were happy to hear that you enjoyed it as well. Thanks so much for leaving the place spic and span and for loading the dishwasher and washing the towels. We really appreciate you taking care of our home like it was your own. I hope that you will be able to come and stay with us again. All the best to you and your family, Kelly and Natalie Bay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fit for a princess!

Donaho House is amazing and Kelly & Natalie are the best hosts you could imagine. The location is perfect and the house is truly fit for a princess. I have camped numerous times and stayed in rustic cabins while in McCarthy. However, after staying at Donaho House I just can't imagine not having a warm home, hot shower, washer/dryer, cozy bed, and a nice glass of wine to return to. The home really is the best place in town to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
Hey Deb, So glad that you and Alex enjoyed the you stay and made good use of the house after your hike to Jumbo Mine. Thanks for coming to see us again and look forward to seeing you in the future. All the best, Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home with a beautiful view of the icefall and mountains. The house is situated about a 3-minute walk to town and 5-minutes to the Potato. This hike is easy for older folks. The house featured all the amenities as well as a fun lawn for frisbeeing and outdoor porch for hanging out. The owners also picked us up from the bridge and brought us back. I did not know that was a service they provided but it made planning for a shuttle easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Daniel, Glad to hear you enjoyed the views and the easy walk to McCarthy. We sure try to make arriving easy. We enjoy picking up our guests at the footbridge as it gives us a chance to chat and tell you a bit about the area. I hope you and your family will make it back to McCarthy soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Donaho house was in a beautiful location and sparkling inside. If you like simple decor and clean decor then you will love this place. The views of the glaciers and mountains was beautiful and the house is situated perfectly to enjoy them. The walk to town is safe and manageable but bring your walking shoes. Please note, there is not a microwave so plan accordingly with your meals. Always fun to get creative. It's worth the adventure and extra work to get there. We stayed 3 glorious nights and wish we had booked another. You will love this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic beyond listing

This property was beautiful, clean, and in an ideal location! From the communication to the assistance the owner exceeded all of our expectations! Great fun being there at the end of the season with local restaurants using up inventory and packing up. Great Experience! Windows were like paintings with a Northern Lights show on our last night. Just wow!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxury in McCarthy

I don't think there is a better place to stay in MCarthy if you are looking for nice, new, spacious and fully stocked. It housed our group of 8 perfectly. It has all amenities needed. The washer and dryer were very efficient (important for our 2 week adventure). It feels secluded compared to the homes located in the heart of town, yet a short 5 minute walk to the heart of town. Love the history that the owners have with the town. They were both so patient with our large group and all our luggage and supplies - transporting in multiple trips to and from the footbridge to the house. McCarthy is a treat in itself, but be sure to book the Donahoe House for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Hollie, It was great meeting you and I’m happy you all enjoyed the house and your stay at mcCarthy. Let us know if you’re heading this way again. I hope the rest of your trip in Alaska went well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This is the best place in Mcarthy!!

This house is everything you can ask for - beautiful mountain and glacier views from the deck and dining area. It is well worth the money. Kitchen is equipped with everything we needed to cook for our family of 5 (best to do grocery shopping in Glenallen). We drove the Mcarthy road and lost cellular reception before Chitina, but called Kelly when we got to the footbridge in Mcarthy and he was already there waiting for us. He was super helpful with helping us book a rafting trip and other hiking recommendation. Mcarthy is a gem and well worth the drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Liron, I really enjoyed meeting you and your family. You have the nicest kids and your wife was fun to talk to. I hope that you can make it back to McCarthy some time for some more adventures. All the best!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning Retreat in McCarthy!

What a place this is! We absolutely loved our stay at this stunning home in the beautiful McCarthy. We were very lucky to book this gorgeous accommodation, there isn’t a house like it in the area. It’s beautifully decorated, comfy, cosy and very spacious. The views of the mountains from the huge windows are unbeatable. On our first night we saw a momma moose and her baby! Kelly was very kind and helpful and we did a lot of his recommendations. We ate at The Potato and The New Golden Saloon, which were both great. We got the shuttle to Kennicott and explored the historical mine and did a couple of the hikes. Don’t miss the Root Glacier walk! This place really is an amazing retreat. We wouldn’t hesitate to come back or recommend to others. Thank you again for hosting us Kelly, we had a wonderful time. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Thanks Sarah! It was a please meeting you both and I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you so much for the kind words and I hope that you can make it back someday. All the best. Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely AMAZING!!!

All I can say is WOW! I went to one of the most remote towns in Alaska and stayed in the nicest VRBO ever! Kelly was an amazing host as a long time resident of McCarthy. He picked us and all of our gear up at the footbridge and drove us to the house. The house itself is beautiful and very well laid out with 1 main floor bedroom and a full bath and 2 large bedrooms upstairs with 2 queen sized beds, a daybed and 1 futon. Even the futon is really high quality and all beds have memory foam mattresses. The furnishings in the home are of a very high quality and super comfortable. The kitchen is wonderful with a huge gas range, tons of counter space, and has quality cookware for preparing meals. The side deck has a gas grill that is easy to use and looks brand new. The views from the dining room and living room are spectacular. I could not think of a single negative thing to say about this property. It is about a 5-7 minute walk from the restaurants and shuttle pickup. The complimentary bottle of wine was a nice touch. If I am ever back in McCarthy I would only stay in this home. Thanks Kelly for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
Thanks Ray for the kind comments. I’m glad that you enjoyed the house and your stay at McCarthy. I hope you all can make it back sometime. All the best, Kelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best I Have Stayed At!!

Every once in a while you find a diamond where you did not think there was any and this one is a huge diamond. Kelly and Natalie are the best hosts we have dealt with. So responsive and so helpful. They are the salt of the earth. You add that to how magnificent their rental is and you have a perfect vacation in store for you. Let's first talk about the location. As some might know McCarthy is out there and does not have many options when it comes to the comforts of home, like running water, hot showers, and gas cooktop to mention a few. This rental had it all and then some. The rental is beyond inviting. You feel so much at home and comfortable the moment you walk in. You are enveloped in a spectacular wooden cabin with multi-million dollar views of glaciers from your back door, back deck, and upper master room. The rental is stocked with all of the necessary items one might need. It is beyond perfect. One of the other great things about this rental is that you are so close to everything. Yes McCarthy is not that big but being only 3 to 4 minutes walking distance from downtown McCarthy, the shuttle, and the great restaurants this rental is perfectly located. If you have the chance to stay at this rental you will not be disappointed, but will feel as though you won the lottery. Thank you again for the most magnificent chance to stay at your rental. We are grateful for the opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Seth, Thank for the kind review. We enjoyed having you and your family and it was a pleasure meeting and talking to you and your wife. We hope you and your family can come back sometime. Happy travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kelly’s place is exceptional, full stop, enough said.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Hi Sean! Thanks for the review. It was nice meeting you. I appreciate that you enjoyed the house and all of the adventures available in McCarthy and Kennicott. I hope that you can make it back sometime. Safe travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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