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Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures

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A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by a wooden railing and a view of dense greenery.
A walk-in closet with a wooden floor, white shelving, and a hanging rack.
A hallway with a white door, a wooden handrail, and a large mirror on the wall.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a single chair, a fireplace, and built-in shelves.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a dresser, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Anchorage, AK
  • Place, Dimond Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hilltop Ski Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Alaska Zoo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (ANC-Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Jr Master

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Small Queen

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures

Spacious 4BR Alaska Basecamp | Sleeps 8 | 2 Living Areas | 3 Full Baths | Full Kitchen | Fast Wi-Fi | Backs to Forest

Whether you’re here for fishing, hiking, sightseeing, family gatherings, or business travel, we welcome you to Spruce Brook Retreat, your comfortable home base for exploring Alaska.

Backing directly onto a beautiful forested greenbelt, the house offers a peaceful Alaska setting while keeping grocery stores, restaurants, the airport, and everyday convenience just minutes away. Nestled against a lush forest, you’ll experience a little of Alaska right from your backyard where guests frequently spot moose, porcupines, rabbits, coyotes, and occasionally black and brown bears.

SLEEP WELL
After a day of exploring Alaska, settle in for a restful night’s sleep is one of the best parts of vacation. All rooms come with light-diffusing/blackout shades window treatments.

Primary King Suite: King bed suite with a comfortable seating area, wall-mounted TV, walk-in closet, private en suite bathroom featuring two sinks, a soaking tub, and separate shower.

Cozy King Suite: King bed, TV, dresser, and additional closet space - perfect for a second couple or extended family

Queen Bedroom: Queen bed, TV, closet, and plenty of natural light.

Cozy Queen Bedroom: Queen bed, TV, closet, and quiet retreat after a day of exploring Alaska.

BATHROOMS
Three full bathrooms provide plenty of space for families and groups to get ready comfortably.
Private en suite with soaking tub and separate showe
Upstairs full bathroom
Downstairs full bathroom

RELAX TOGETHER
After a day on the trail or sightseeing around Anchorage, there’s plenty of room for everyone to relax together, or spread out and enjoy some quiet time.
Spacious main living room with gas fireplace and ceiling fan
Large picture windows overlooking the forested greenbelt
Comfortable seating for gathering
Second family room downstairs with TV and movie nights
Dedicated desk and workspace

GATHER AROUND THE TABLE
Some of the best vacation memories are made over breakfast before an adventure or while sharing stories over dinner.
Fully equipped kitchen with essentials needed to prepare meals during your stay.
Breakfast nook for quick bites
Formal dining table with seating for family meals and game nights.
Outdoor dining on the deck with BBQ drill overlooking the forested greenbelt.

ENJOY THE OUTDOORS - ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE
Spacious deck overlooking the forested greenbelt, perfect for morning coffee, eventing relaxation, and watching for Alaska wildlife.
Quiet neighborhood setting
Easy access to nearby trails and parks

EXPLORE ANCHORAGE & BEYOND
Approximately 15 minutes to airports
Grocery stores, Costco, and shopping within minutes
Restaurants and coffee shops nearby
Easy access to downtown Anchorage
Quick connection to the Seward Highway for Girdwood, Portage, and Seward day trips.

THOUGHTFUL AMENITIES
High-speed Wi-Fi
Free on-site parking
Washer & dryer
Starter laundry supplies
Keurig coffee maker
Hot water kettle
Smart TVs
Dedicated workspace

WHY GUESTS LOVE SPRUCE BROOK
Guests consistently tell us they love the peaceful setting, convenient location, frequent wildlife sightings, and spacious layout. With two separate living areas, comfortable bedrooms, and room for everyone to gather, Spruce Brook feels more like your Alaska home away from home.

Thank you for considering Spruce Brook for your Alaska adventure. We hope to welcome you soon and help make your visit to Alaska relaxing, memorable, and full of incredible experiences.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Wildlife Reminder: Please place all trash in the bear-resistant container under the front porch before leaving. Keeping food and trash secured helps protect Alaska’s wildlife.
We hope Spruce Brook Retreat felt like your Alaska home away from home. If anything wasn’t right, please let us know. We’d love the chance to make it right.
If you enjoyed your stay, we’d truly appreciate a review. If you left something behind, contact us as soon as possible and we’ll gladly do our best to help recover your item.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4735053vb
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
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

Anchorage

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Hillside, a neighbourhood in Anchorage. Hilltop Ski Area and Anchorage Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark and Alaska Zoo. Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park and Pop Carr Park are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Anchorage, AK

What's nearby

  • Dimond Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Hilltop Ski Area - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Alaska Zoo - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 17 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures?

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures on 24 Oct 2026 start from AU$3,886, 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 Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Alaska Basecamp - Close to Trails, Wildlife, Shopping, & Adventures located?

Located in Hillside, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dimond Center, Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course. H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark and Hillside Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our family of six who were staying in town for a wedding at Arctic Valley Ski Area (about 40 minute drive from house). Very nice location in Anchorage, quiet neighborhood, close to restaurants, shops, downtown, and airport (about 15 minute drive). Our host Logan was very easy to communicate with, provided easy check-in and check-out information, and reached out to ask if we needed anything multiple times. Would stay again if we return to Anchorage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your stay. It was a pleasure. Ginger Ale was great. Appreciate the kind words and so glad our house worked well for your needs. Always looking to make it better! Hoping to install heated towel racks for all the bathrooms this winter! Come back and see. Also want a hot tub on the deck but I am not sure if it is worth the work! Please share any photos you have. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is a wonderful, well maintained home and we even got to see some wildlife.We had a problem when we first arrived but the owner was quick to take care of it.All questions we had were answered.We could not have had a better vacation anywhere else.We look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect living space for our quick vacation. Location was great and close to everything we needed. Very clean and cozy. Logan, the host, was very responsive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is beautiful and in a perfect location for exploring Anchorage and the surrounding areas. The neighborhood is quiet. We even saw a moose in the park down the street. Plenty of space for our family to feel comfortable. We enjoyed the deck with a view of birch trees.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
So glad our home had what you needed. Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to give us some feedback. I hope you had a safe trip home and the Jetlag is not to hard on your return home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Anchorage! The house was central from the airport, Girdwood and all the places we wanted to see while in town for a few days before a cruise. The place was clean and spacious. The host was easy to communicate with and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice, clean property. Positives were cleanliness, deck and backyard, laundry machines, ease of entry/exit, and number of spaces with TVs and full bathrooms. The kitchen didn’t have a ton of cookware, but it worked for cooking our meals. The coffee machine is a K Cup (supplied with plenty of K Cups), so no need to bring ground coffee/ filters.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
Katie thank you for the positive review. It is so valuable to us as hosts as this is our family business. Please let us know if we can improve this for future guests. All feedback is great. I have a list of improvements for the off season. The winters here give such a beating to our house. I will get more kitchen supplies. The balance is enough to be useful, but not to much to make cleaning between guests an issue. You would be amazed how much walks off. I hope to just keep improving the property! We love our home and want everyone who comes to feel it. You need to come back and spend more time here! Thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Safe location. Close to grocery store.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house - everything was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Loved having your guys stay with us. Glad to have you stay with us. Please let us know if there is anything we could do to improve the stay next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
- This property was perfect. Having 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms was really ideal for our group. The property was impeccably kept and we especially liked having a large driveway to park in and the lovely back deck facing a little forest. It was close enough to the city to be a few minutes from many many amenities but just on the edge of town to enjoy a country feel. We saw a moose on the side of the road not far from the house. - The house itself was very nicely decorated and was very clean. The kitchen was extremely well-stocked with everything we could possibly have wanted or needed including ice in the freezer, coffee pods, and sauces and spices. - Pillows were very comfortable and towels were large, plentiful and soft. - The laundry room was perfect with great newer washer and dryer. - The main floor is only accessible up a set of stairs from the driveway and then another set of stairs inside the house; this should be noted in case anyone in your rental party has mobility issues, but it wasn't a problem for us. The lower floor also had an entrance that opened into the backyard, which could be used if anyone needed to avoid stairs. - Really want to mention that the host, Logan, was extremely helpful in suggesting sights to see and places to go. One of our best days was exploring an area he suggested for us. Messages before and during the trip were answered extremely promptly. Would definitely recommend this house to anyone staying in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this lovely home! The neighborhood was quiet and felt very safe, which made it easy to relax. One of the highlights was the beautiful back patio—perfect for morning coffee while listening to the birds chirping. Check-in was smooth and hassle-free, with clear instructions provided ahead of time. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed to cook a few meals during our stay. Overall, a peaceful and comfortable retreat—we’d definitely come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
From out of state, in Anchorage for a family event. This was a great rental. Bit of a snafoo with the automated check-in but we got it figured out and settled quickly. Host is attentive and very helpful. The house was clean and very well kept. Got it on good authority from a local family member, that it's one of the nicer, well built homes in the area. 😉 Located in a quiet, family friendly neighborhood. Backing up to a green belt with some resident moose! The house is within walking to a school playground, groceries and coffee! Beds were large and comfortable with additional linens and pillows for all. Plenty of towels for our group of 6. Decor was sparce. There were a few things we noticed, the temps reached 80 degrees during our stay and we had to hunt for the thermostat as it was sweltering and opening the windows let in the midnight sun. Sleep the first night was limited. The primary bathroom is spa like with a huge tub, but there wasn't enough hot water to fill the bath tub to a reasonable soaking depth. Shower was perfect and had good pressure. Had to search around to find additional trash bin liners would recommend a few of those in each bathroom. The garage which was inaccessible to guests had eerie blue/white lights on inside during our entire stay, not a big deal but slightly odd and everyone wanted to know what was hidden in there. Overall a great stay! One of the better rentals we've had. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone staying in Anchorage.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The property is nice, clean and functioned really well for our stay. The location was also great, close enough to shopping but not busy. We were really thankful to be allowed to check in early because of our flight schedule. On our second night my husband and I hopped into bed and pulled up the covers and the bedframe gave out. I reached out to the property manager immediately at the number provided when we checked in to let him know the situation and never got a response back. My husband and I took the mattress and box springs off and fixed the frame ourselves so that we could sleep in the bed. The supports are not secured, you can see the spots where there are supposed to be screws to make the frame solid and there are only a couple through the whole framing so we did the best we could to re-secure it and spent the rest of the trip trying to move on the bed as little as possible. The frame definitely needs to be redone so that it’s doesn’t give out again on someone else. There were no bath mats in any of the bathrooms so we used the hand towels and on the last day while starting a load of laundry found all of the bath mats and someone’s personal clothes damp in the dryer. I had reached out the night before checkout to see if we could do a late check out because our flight isn’t until late afternoon and never received a response. A car sat outside at 9:40am until we left so we felt rushed and uncomfortable. Great property but management left a lot to be desired.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us. Appreciate the feedback. Sometimes things in Alaska aren't always as tough as we would like him to be. I do appreciate the feedback on improvements we can make, as we are still trying to make this VRBO the best it can be. I think you'll be really impressed when you guys come back to stay with all the changes we've made!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place so much the first time that we came back at the end of our trip — and it was just as great the second time around. Logan is a wonderful host, the house is comfortable and private, and it's an easy recommendation for any group. Thanks again for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We couldn't have asked for a better host than Logan. Communication was excellent from start to finish — responsive, clear, and genuinely welcoming, and check-in was seamless and stress-free. The house itself was lovely, with a wooded backyard that gave the whole place a private, tucked-away feel. It comfortably fit our family of six without anyone feeling on top of each other, which isn't always easy to find. The home was spotless and clearly well cared for, with comfortable beds and plenty of space to spread out and relax. The kitchen was well-stocked, which made cooking for a big group easy, and the location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. It made our trip feel like home — we'd happily stay again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2026
You are too gracious. I want my home to truly exceed expectations—it is always a work in progress, especially with our tough winters constantly testing it. I appreciate all your feedback and sincerely hope you’ll come back to experience the beauty of winter here—the northern lights, skiing, hot springs, and everything that makes this season so special. It really is a magical place, especially around Christmas. Please feel free to share any ideas on how I can make this an even better place for everyone. I hope your family is safe and that you cherish these memories for years to come—at least until your next visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible stay at this property and couldn't have asked for a better home base for our Alaska trip.The location was absolutely perfect. You feel close to nature thanks to the beautiful woods behind the house, but we were still close to the main roads, making it very easy to get on the road and explore.The house itself is very spacious, making it perfect for our extended family. There were multiple spaces to gather between the 2 floors & the deck, which was the perfect spot to unwind at night in the midnight sun.Logan, the host, was fantastic. He was incredibly helpful from start to finish, always checking in to make sure we had everything we needed and was awesome with communication. We really appreciated his hospitality. It makes such a difference to have a home with a local owner that cares and takes pride in the home & hosting your family. If you are planning a trip to the Anchorage area with a family or group, I totally recommend staying here. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
I'm so glad your family had a great trip in Alaska. There's always so much to see. I hope you return soon. I am glad I was able to play a role in your awesome trip to Alaska. Hope you guys made some great lifetime memories! Thank you for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. House was great and well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean lots of space. It was just as described.The only negative is no AC, our last day the house did heat up. In Alaska I didn't think AC was needed but the house did get warm. Opening the windows did cool it down over the evening hours. It was overall a pleasant stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
So glad you guys enjoyed your stay here. We get very few warm days, you guys were lucky enough to experience one of the warm days. When we're lucky enough to get sun all day long. It does heat up, but as you said opening up the windows usually cools it right off. Otherwise, it's like a greenhouse, which is nice for the cooler days!

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