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Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel

Cabin in Eagle River with kitchen and patio

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Front view of the house
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Master bedroom with queen bed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Eagle River Nature Center
  • Place, Alaska Native Heritage Center
  • Place, Eagle and Symphony Lakes Trailhead
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel

Nestled in the heart of the Chugach Mountains, this Alaskan homestead boasts tranquility, breathtaking scenery, and is located minutes away from some of the finest hiking trails Alaska has to offer and only fifteen minutes from downtown Anchorage. Built in 1952, this family owned property has been recently remodeled and updated with modern appliances. The homestead comes fully furnished and offers visitors an authentic taste of the Last Frontier- Alaskan handcrafted artwork, local wildlife & fish mounts, and vintage photographs from a simpler time.

Guests are encouraged to wander the 3.5 acre lot, fire-up the outdoor grill, and search the Eagle River valley for Dall sheep, moose, bears (brown and black), and eagles. Adventurers and photographers alike will enjoy the close proximity to Chugach State Park, the Eagle River Nature Center, and glacially fed Eagle River. After a day of adventuring, guests can finish off their day with a log fire, glass of wine, and favorite television show (DVD player and cable provided).

Venture down to Chugach State Park to explore the half-million acres of rugged, unspoiled terrain that provides endless recreational opportunities year-round. Whether you prefer frontcountry trails, backcountry bushwhacking, or exploring the Eagle River Nature Center, this property has all the amenities and activities you could hope for!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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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

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Eagle River

Located in Eagle River, this cabin is in the mountains. St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church and Eklutna Historical Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chugach State Park and Eagle and Symphony Lakes Trailhead. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Eagle River, AK

What's nearby

  • Eagle River Nature Center - 10 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 20 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Alaska Regional Hospital - 25 min drive - 33.8 km
  • Eagle and Symphony Lakes Trailhead - 26 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Arctic Valley Ski Area - 49 min drive - 40.0 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 26 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jersey Mikes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Gas Station - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alaskan Homestead Cabin Featured on Discovery & History Channel located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Glen Eagle Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Chugach State Park. Hillcrest Park and Eagle River Lions Club Community Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Teresa and Scottie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Beautiful views!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property had a beautiful location and we loved our stay. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Did not disappoint. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay in Eagle River! While we didn't get to experience the wildlife others have, we still appreciated the location. Whitney was an excellent host. The cabin provided all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint B.

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

Relaxing

We were here for a medical appointment. Was great place to relax after and make a home base.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

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

Lovely

Beautiful, amazing view, comfotable, homey. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne S.

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

Beautiful

We had a truly wonderful time the place is beautiful and very comfortable y’all have done a fantastic job thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kati M.

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

Picturesque Setting

A lovely end to our Alaska visit. We loved the view and the spacious cabin, spending much of our time on the back porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

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

The Alaskan Vision of “Home”

When picturing a place to call home for a few days near Anchorage, Alaska, this property hits the mark! From the log cabin design to the wilderness decor to the incredible views, you won’t be disappointed. And the location is remote enough to feel nestled up in the mountains but close enough to the conveniences of town. You found your Alaskan home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Peaceful Retreat

We really enjoyed our stay in Eagle River. We’d just spent two weeks on a cruise/land tour with Princess and were tired of schedules to meet. We relaxed and enjoyed the quiet. The views from the cabin are spectacular. We love that we got to share in the history of this homestead cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home, gorgeous views

The home is a well-maintained, beautiful log cabin with comfortable furnishings and well-stocked for an easy stay. The views of the mountains cannot be beat! The host was super communicative and friendly, even providing a steamer for our use as we were attending a wedding in Eagle River. Had the pleasure of meeting Whitney on our last day and she shared that her great aunt built the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rey S.

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

Cabin is good hospitality may need to be more professional

The cabin is good with beautiful Mountain View. One thing we both felt not so comfortable was once we checked in, the owner asked if we could leave early due to the next guest ask for last minute early check in. I felt kinda intrusive after all years of regular traveling. If next guest ask for early check in, as a owner should come clean early rather than ask guests to leave early…
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

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

Wonderful Alaskan vacation!

Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations! The only problem we had was the tumbler on the dryer didn’t work. We contacted Whitney and she responded right away and took care of it ASAP! The house is a fun, clean cabin with some rustic decor. But it has modern and nice fixtures where you want like the bathroom and kitchen. It’s a great mix of rustic and luxury! The views of the mountains are spectacular. The location is amazing, 10 minutes from both wilderness hiking trails and also Walmart. It was a great base of operations for our family to have a wonderful Alaskan vacation! Thank you Whitney and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view from this cabin! Quiet and peaceful location just a short drive from Eagle River. We had a couple questions and the host answered right away. We would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully peaceful, comfortable cabin. We felt isolated, but there are stores are just a few miles down the road when we needed something. Wished we had experienced viewing wildlife in the yard, but we were out exploring and maybe didn't spend enough time relaxing and enjoying the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is a wonderful place to stay near Anchorage. The location is perfect. It is about 15 minutes from a large grocery store and Walmart, but when you are at the cabin, it seems like you are in the wilderness. The setting is beautiful and has incredible views. The living room is large and beautifully decorated with Alaskan art. The kitchen is supplied with necessary cookware and utensils, and the washer/dryer came in handy. We would definitely stay in this cabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ngan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved staying at this beautiful and inspiring property - which gives you a feel for the Alaskan frontier. We especially enjoyed the wood fireplace in the evenings. Whitney is a super accommodating and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property. Had some issues with the cleanliness, owner was quick to resolve.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very welcoming when we arrived. Surrounded by breathtaking views providing the true Alaska experience. More than all the comforts of home. Wound up our stay with a visit from a moose and her calves.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful scenery from the expansive living room. Comfortable seating in living room. Serene.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful area. Huge television which my elderly mom appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Eagle River - cozy cabin

Nice cabin outside of the hustle of Anchorage. Great setup for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

The best view and cabin!

This home was everything—we were extremely comfortable, felt completely at home, and absolutely felt blown away by the view. We didn’t want to leave! It’s a wonderful home and we are so glad we were able to spend time here. It was a perfect place for us and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

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

3 nights

Great 3 nights in log cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren H.

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

Beautiful cabin with mountain view.

Exactly what we expected and met all of our needs. The scenery was breathtaking!
Woke up with a spectacular view of the mountains!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Whitney Wigren

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My wife, Whitney, and I, KC, are both born and raised Alaskans. We appropriately met while playing on the same hockey team at 9 years old; thirteen years later, we tied the knot. Just months after marrying we purchased the homestead from my wife’s great aunt and uncle’s estate to keep it in the family. My wife works for the Alaska Air National Guard and has been attending training in the “lower 48” (as we Alaskans call the continental United States) hence why we’ve decided to open our home to Alaska’s great travelers.

Why they chose this property

Built in 1952 by my wife’s great uncle, Smoky, this log home was an original homestead of east Eagle River, AK. Originally allotted 160 acres, Smoky sold the land over the years down to the remaining 3.5 acre property my wife and I now own today. This property will provide you a glimpse of how the old timers lived before Alaska's infrastructure was developed.

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