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Cranes' Rest - Near and Dear to Downtown Homer
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 9 139.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Homer, AK
- Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center5 min drive
- Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing7 min drive
- Homer Spit7 min drive
- Homer, AK (HOM)7 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Cranes' Rest - Near and Dear to Downtown Homer
A tucked away spacious house 1-1/2 miles from town, surrounded by trees and birdsong. Enjoy Alaska's sunlight through large, south facing windows and large deck overlooking the backyard. There’s plenty of room for you to enjoy spaciousness, sunshine, peace and relaxation. The deck is a great place to enjoy the day, watching float planes fly over head and Eagles and Cranes soar above. Even though the home is conveniently located off the popular East Hill Rd, there are moose that travel through usually on a daily basis, especially in the spring. Keep your phone or camera ready! There is no shortage of photo opportunities here.
Prepare your Alaskan catch of the day in the large kitchen equipped with everything you need. Enjoy Alaska's Homer with the comforts of your own home and practical dream get away. This is an, "all in one!"
The home is open and bright, offering privacy as well as convenient travel to all the attractions as it is perfectly centralized to downtown Homer and The Spit. The master bedroom has a queen sized bed with an on suite bathroom, extra towels and soaps. The room has an armoire for you clothing storage. The second bathroom, also located on the main floor includes the washer/dryer, shower, toilet and sink. Supplies included are, towels, laundry detergent, soaps and toilet paper. Here you will find some basic cleaning supplies as well.
The second bedroom is located on the main floor with two twin beds and a closet with hangers. This room is suitable for kids of all ages or the 3rd and forth wheels of the party. The 3rd bedroom is a closed loft with french doors opening up to the lower level overlooking the living, dining and kitchen space. Here, there is a full sized bed and 3 twins with a large closet for plenty of storage for extra bags or equipment. This room is perfect for a large family, fishing buddies, photography club or group getaway. This room also has it's own TV. Whatever your reason for taking in what Homer offers, this home is very suitable.
The home has a large south facing sun deck overlooking the front yard with a small flower garden or two. The host lives in the unit below and when not at the regular 9-5 job, you may see the host landscaping and tending to maintenance needs.
You will have a your own private entrance on the opposite side of the home away from the other smaller unit. You have the luxury of kitchen, dining, living space and deck on the same level.
Other things to note. Local taxes are included in your nightly rate for $39.25.
The owner of the home lives in the more moderate unit below. Please be mindful of floor noise.
Prepare your Alaskan catch of the day in the large kitchen equipped with everything you need. Enjoy Alaska's Homer with the comforts of your own home and practical dream get away. This is an, "all in one!"
The home is open and bright, offering privacy as well as convenient travel to all the attractions as it is perfectly centralized to downtown Homer and The Spit. The master bedroom has a queen sized bed with an on suite bathroom, extra towels and soaps. The room has an armoire for you clothing storage. The second bathroom, also located on the main floor includes the washer/dryer, shower, toilet and sink. Supplies included are, towels, laundry detergent, soaps and toilet paper. Here you will find some basic cleaning supplies as well.
The second bedroom is located on the main floor with two twin beds and a closet with hangers. This room is suitable for kids of all ages or the 3rd and forth wheels of the party. The 3rd bedroom is a closed loft with french doors opening up to the lower level overlooking the living, dining and kitchen space. Here, there is a full sized bed and 3 twins with a large closet for plenty of storage for extra bags or equipment. This room is perfect for a large family, fishing buddies, photography club or group getaway. This room also has it's own TV. Whatever your reason for taking in what Homer offers, this home is very suitable.
The home has a large south facing sun deck overlooking the front yard with a small flower garden or two. The host lives in the unit below and when not at the regular 9-5 job, you may see the host landscaping and tending to maintenance needs.
You will have a your own private entrance on the opposite side of the home away from the other smaller unit. You have the luxury of kitchen, dining, living space and deck on the same level.
Other things to note. Local taxes are included in your nightly rate for $39.25.
The owner of the home lives in the more moderate unit below. Please be mindful of floor noise.
Property manager
Leah
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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- Washer
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
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
Homer is home to this holiday home. Homer Harbor and Homer Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Pratt Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Homer, AK
What's nearby
- Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
- Homer Spit - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
- Bishop's Beach - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- Swell Taco - 12 min drive
- Captain's Coffee Roasting Co. - 4 min drive
- Fat Olive's Restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob M.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Rob M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy D.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Tammy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mitchell D.
15 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, convenient, as advertised
Mitchell D.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aimee Z., Kenai, Alaska
18 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homer Stay
Aimee Z.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janet K.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homer family
Janet K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
16 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy & Beautiful
Karen G.
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Leah

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 rounding me to 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 bought this home spring of 2023 and am so delighted that I have the opportunity to own and enjoy this property and all it's offerings. As mentioned in my other other bio, I've been here since year 2000 and have quite the opinion of where the most suitable combination is to live amongst nature and convenience. This is it! The neighborhood is still full of wildlife even though it sets a 1/3 of a mile up the hill and 1 mile from town. Spring has brought a healthy population of Sand Hill Cranes, Calving Moose, overhead flying eagles and a bear who had visited in the dusk of the evening while I was safely tucked away in bed. The home is located off the popular road named, East Hill Rd. Traveling to higher elevation on E. Hill Rd, you will come upon glorious views of Grewingk Glacier, a coastline lined with hundreds of coves, islands and bays situated at the base of the Kachemak Bay Mountain Range across the ever changing tides and colors of Kachemak Bay. Upon reaching the top of E. Hill Rd, you may either continue east or turn west on Skyline Drive. Heading east gives you more views of the bay from atop leading to the end of the road. My mother loves to photograph the long run of mailboxes each year. If you choose to travel Skyline West, please take Diomond Ridge Rd to get your awesome panoramic view of Cook Inlet, it's 3 Volcanoes and where the Gulf of Alaska meets Kachemak Bay and Cook Inlet. Expanding from left to right, you will gaze upon Mt Augustine, then Illiamna and lastly, the great Mt. Redoubt to your far right. When if you're here in the mid summer to early fall, you will also find wild edible snacks and friendly wildflowers along your drive. Easy to identify would be raspberries, blueberries, cranberries, watermelon berries and wild flowers. I have a frequent tendency to stop and smell the roses.
What makes this property unique
This property is wonderful and suits all aspects to help facilitate your stay. It is situated a 1/3 of a mile up East Hill Rd. One of the most popular roads taken for mountain and bay site seeing views. All recreational activities found within Homer are within a 20 mile radius. While here at Cranes" Rest, enjoy privacy in the trees and wildlife in the neighborhood even though you are very close to town. There are plenty of birdsongs, occasional moose strolling around, Sandhill Cranes and an occasional Black Bear. The half acre lot is open to the sky with a grassy front yard, a small flower garden or two and beautiful tall Spruce and Birch trees. The south facing deck is large enough for a gathering of all guests to mingle, sip on your favorite beverage and talk about your adventures.
All rooms are large with cozy beds. The home is kept very clean, tidy and organized and it's décor is eclectic and sensible.
All rooms are large with cozy beds. The home is kept very clean, tidy and organized and it's décor is eclectic and sensible.
Languages:
English
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