Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit
Cranes’ Rest is a cozy Homer family home tucked into a peaceful, tree-lined setting about 1.5 miles from downtown. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 7 beds, and room for up to 9 guests, it is a comfortable home base for families, fishing trips, wedding guests, and Homer getaways.
Big south-facing windows fill the house with Alaska light, and the open living, dining, and kitchen areas make it easy for everyone to gather without feeling crowded. The large deck is made for slow mornings, coffee, sunshine, and quiet evenings after a day exploring Homer. You get the best of both worlds: a calm green setting with quick access to downtown Homer, the Spit, restaurants, galleries, beaches, trails, and local activities.
Inside, the home has a warm, practical layout with space to cook, relax, visit, and rest. The kitchen is set up for real meals, the living room has plenty of comfortable seating, and the bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements for groups and families. Whether you are coming for fishing, a family visit, a wedding, a summer vacation, or a quiet Alaska reset, Cranes’ Rest gives you room to land and enjoy Homer at an easier pace.
You will often see eagles, cranes, and float planes overhead, and the yard and deck give the home a relaxed Alaska feel without being far from town. It is not a hotel or a luxury resort. It is a loved, comfortable Homer home with character, natural light, and space for people to be together.
Please note that this is an upper-level home with a separate lower unit. A long-term tenant lives below with a private entrance. Guests have private use of the rental space, but we ask everyone to be mindful of heavy footsteps and late-night noise.
The nightly rate includes up to 7 guests. Groups of 8 or 9 may include an additional guest fee to help cover added laundry, supplies, cleaning time, and wear. Local taxes are included in the nightly rate and are remitted according to local requirements.
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Please supervise toddlers on deck and open stairs.
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No beds/furniture. Extra cleaning if hair/odor.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please don't put loose garbage in the outdoor garbage bin.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please keep fishy gear outside; no washing fishy items. Quiet hours: walk softly; tenant below.
Please do not put loose garbage in the outdoor garbage bin.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3419400vb
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
About the area
Homer
Located in Homer, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. Ptarmigan Arts and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pratt Museum and Bunnell Street Arts Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
Homer Spit - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Homer Harbor - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
Getting around
Homer, AK (HOM) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Duncan House Diner - 5 min drive
Rumps Bbq - 6 min drive
Starbucks - 5 min drive
River Cafe - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit on 7 June 2026 start from AU$688, 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 Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cranes' Rest: Cozy Homer Family Home Near Downtown & the Spit located?
Located in the heart of Homer, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead, Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies and Ptarmigan Arts. Homer Public Library and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Only there for night, but would love to have stayed longer. It was a great property and a great location. Very comfortable accommodations and a great set up for family with teens.
Great property, and a great time in Homer! Clean home, a really nice set up!
John M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
What a fun, celebratory bunch! I always jump at the opportunity to fulfill special requests such as, anniversaries or reunions. Thank you for the opportunity!
What a fabulous place to stay and we’ve gained a new friend in the host Leah. Of all our trips, we have placed this on top. Could not have asked for better. Thank you again so much for the hospitality.
We enjoyed the big backyard with the pups, the sunny porch and big dining table with our 8 friends from Colorado and Minnesota, Palmer and Anchorage! A larger cook pot could be nice for cooking for a big group but lots of other cooking supplies. We had great fishing and wonderful weather!!
Linda M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
The yard and deck are a great place to gather in the sun and enjoy bare feet, pretty flowers and blue skies over head. I'm so glad I can share this place with folks passing through.
Really enjoyed this house for our family trip to Homer. We had 4 kids and 4 adults, and there was plenty of room for all. The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the extra towels and that laundry was available. The yard was nice, the kids ran around and it was really close to town and the main highway. The house was clean and well stocked. Could have used 1 more frying pan, but other than that is was great! Thanks again!
Great property and house. Only siggestion would be ceiling fan upstairs and blinds for door upstairs. Also couches very soft
Janet K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Thank you so much. I'm happy you enjoyed your stay here. It was my plan to hang a curtain rod for the upstairs room with blackout curtains sooner, but since your stay, I have now done that. Thank you for your honest feed back. I strive to make it the best for my guests.
A well-appointed cabin/home with everything we needed for our one month stay. Leah was a wonderful host and quickly responded to our questions. The setting is peaceful and surrounded by green - trees, lawn and a beautiful deck. The kitchen has all the basics and then some. The laundry facilities are great and the bedrooms suited us very well. Homer is such a gorgeous natural setting for adventures. We couldn’t be happier with our visit.
I am originally from Houston Tx. I moved here in year 2000. Homer was smaller then, having a local population of 5,000 or less. I like knowing that I have been here and a part of it's growth stages and special uniqueness shaping me into who I am today. I have been a vacation home host since 2017. I have always enjoyed accommodating others because by nature, I pay attention to the little things that enhance almost anything. If I don't know about it, I will strive to.
Why they chose this property
I chose East Hill because it is the best blend of nature and convenience in Homer. You are tucked among spruce and birch with birdsong, moose sightings, and wide southern light — yet you are only about one to one-and-a-half miles from town and a quick drive to the Homer Spit. The road up the hill has beautiful views, and the neighborhood stays peaceful even in peak summer.
From the house and deck you may spot eagles, sandhill cranes, and the occasional floatplane overhead. In spring, moose often travel through the area, so keep your camera ready. I love that you can spend the day out exploring, then come home to quiet, sunshine, and a true Alaska “tucked away” feeling without being far from restaurants, shops, and everything that makes Homer special.
What makes this property unique
Cranes’ Rest is a rare mix of “tucked-away in the trees” and close-to-town convenience. You get Alaska quiet and privacy, with Homer’s restaurants, shops, and the Spit only a short drive away.
What guests love most is the sunlight and spaciousness: large, south-facing windows, an open living and kitchen layout, and a big deck that feels like your own little lookout. It’s common to spot eagles, sandhill cranes, and the occasional floatplane overhead—and in spring, moose frequently pass through, so keep your camera ready.
The home is set up for real-life comfort, not just sleeping: a well-equipped kitchen for cooking your catch of the day, plenty of room for groups to spread out, and a flexible sleeping setup including a private loft-style third bedroom that works great for families, friends, or fishing and photo trips.
If you want that classic Homer feeling—peaceful, bright, and nature-rich—without being far from everything, this is it.
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