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Unique sense of place to decompress and rejuvenate. Quiet stunning beauty.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12334.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Place, Homer Spit
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Homer Harbor
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower level left

1 Queen Bed

Lower level right

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Main floor left

1 Queen Bed

Main floor right

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor

Toilet · Shower only

Master Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Unique sense of place to decompress and rejuvenate. Quiet stunning beauty.

Luxury year-round retreat for large families, groups, executive teams, wellness retreat, friends, or a romantic getaway for the two of you to focus on each other. Alaskan wilderness feel in exquisite comfort with all amenities and then some. Expansive views in all directions from the warmth of all wood-paneled custom-designed interior. See multiple glaciers across the bay in full view. This home is like no other - every room is finished in wood. Ceilings, walls, floors of hickory, pine and oak constructed with the finest craftmanship. The warm feel of wood, the in-floor hydronic heat and rustic lighting create the ultimate unplugged experience. Yes there is satellite internet, but no land-line and no cell signal.
Upstairs Master suite and loft for romance or quiet contemplation. Large stone fireplace and cathedral ceiling great room with mood lighting. Chef’s kitchen and 10 seat dining table. Two guest bedrooms and full bath on both main level and downstairs walk-out basement.
80 acre lot that is adjacent to thousands of acres of state land for snow mobiling, cross country skiing, hunting and hiking. Private retreat on year round maintained road. Hear the beat of bald eagle wings from large deck or view moose grazing peacefully. Fields of colorful wild flowers in summer.
The house is not off the grid - there is electricity and a buried propane storage tank for energy. The wood burning fireplace with air circulation fan contributes to the ambiance and warmth of this chalet-style home. In the warm summer, windows and a breeze serve as air conditioning. Each bedroom has individual temperature control (heating) separate from the common areas.
Guests arrive up the wooden stairs to a large covered porch. There is a large stack of firewood ready to go. The unique double oak doors help keep in heat when restocking the fire. Inside is a small tiled floor area in front of the coat closet for removing boots or shoes, but the rest of the main and upper floors are dark oak hardwood (except bathrooms, which are tiled, as is all of the lower level).
The upstairs consists of a master suite and a sitting loft. The master suite has a queen bed, dresser, full length mirror and large his/her closet. Two nightstands each with individual reading lights on dimmer control. Also a hidden storage space. The master bath has a large shower and twin sinks. The master suite has vaulted ceiling with intricate wood rafters, beams, and a ceiling fan. The master bedroom windows face east, and the long twilight in the mornings and evenings, coupled with the silence that surrounds, give guests such peace and serenity that you never want to get up. But morning coffee sipped in the sitting loft with two large leather chairs is a great start to another day of decompression and rejuvenation. This loft has soft lighting on dimmers to give you just the right mood to relax.
The main floor has two bedrooms and a 3/4 bath. Each bedroom has a queen bed, large closet, dresser, and night stands with lamps. The great room has comfortable leather chairs and a couch for gathering around the stone fireplace. There is a large deck accessed from the great room. The dining area has a large wood table and 10 chairs. Great room lighting controls allow guests to adjust to their mood and taste, from very bright to the softest almost dark setting. Lighting controls include the ability to illuminate the huge rafters and beams on dimmer, outside lights to see falling snow, and dimmer controlled wall fixtures. There is also a ceiling fan.
The outdoor deck is a place all its own. Guests can stand out there or sit in one of the deck chairs and enjoy coffee in the morning or wine in the afternoon and hear the sound of silence and a soft breeze. The deck is a great place for yoga in the warmer months. Gaze across to three glaciers and mountains and a glimpse of the bay through the trees while you practice your asanas. There is a large (12") Dobsonian telescope that can be moved to the deck for stargazing in the darker months.
The kitchen is a chef's dream. Six-burner Wolf gas range w/ griddle, and two ovens, one convection. The gas broiler makes steaks like the best steak houses. The kitchen is fully stocked with quality pans, pots, knives, cooking utensils etc. There is a large pot for steaming the Bering Sea King Crab that can be purchased at Coal Point Seafood in Homer - it might even come from the Time Bandit crab boat of the TV series "World's Deadliest Catch." There is also a HUGE wooden salad bowl for Cesar or other delectable creation. There is a coffee grinder, french press, drip machine, and espresso percolator to enjoy gourmet coffee as you desire. The kitchen layout provides plenty of work space for multiple "cooks" to convene and contribute - but PLEASE only cut/ chop with one of the cutting boards: the finished wood countertops are only beautiful if we can keep errant knives from damaging them! There is a disposal, dishwasher and wine cooler. Large Telescope for stargazing.
The lower level has two bedrooms, two gathering areas equipped with a pool table, games, and smart TV. There is also a storage room (skis etc.), and a full bath with a large soaking tub. It is easy to grab the skis or snowshoes and walk out the lower level into nature's paradise.The utility room has a washer and dryer.
The house is just off the road, but screened by alder bushes. There is a small community of Russian old believers a mile down the road called Razdolna, and there is an occasional car, ATV or snow mobile. But for the most part there is silence. The road provides year round access. It is a good quality dirt road. The house is 3.6 miles from the asphalt of East End road (mile marker 19).
The lot is 80 acres. The house sits in the middle of the south 40 acres. A recreational access road divides the south 40 from the north 40 - there is a recreational parking area about a half mile to the northeast of the property where snowmobilers park. There is also a hiking trail (10km) to Caribou Lake. In the winter, just strap on X-C skis and go for miles into the wilderness, or bring your snow machine and go forever. Family retreat, executive retreat, romantic nest, woman-castle or man-cave: this house can serve as all the above. You will not experience anything like it - from the wood to the views to the sound of silence anywhere else.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
And there is a set of bunkbeds.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must keep such events low key. No horseplay, etc.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on front porch only

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
Trash needs to be taken to transfer station across from McNeil Canyon elementary school.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Take trash to transfer station across from McNeil Canyon Elementary School. Home handbook has more information.
NO PETS ALLOWED!!! If pets are brought anyway, an additional $300 cleaning fee will be assessed!
Host will provide snow plowing if needed prior to arrival. Subsequent snow plowing can be arranged with guest paying plow person directly.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Must keep such events low key. No horseplay, etc.
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

About the area

Homer

Located in Homer, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor 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.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Homer Spit - 50 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 50 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 50 min drive - 41.8 km
  • Bishop's Beach - 51 min drive - 42.5 km
  • Homer Harbor - 56 min drive - 46.4 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Drop In The Pond - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique sense of place to decompress and rejuvenate. Quiet stunning beauty. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique sense of place to decompress and rejuvenate. Quiet stunning beauty.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique sense of place to decompress and rejuvenate. Quiet stunning beauty.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unique sense of place to decompress and rejuvenate. Quiet stunning beauty. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Kachemak Bay State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Eveline State Recreation Area and Kilcher Homestead. Homer Golf Course and Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead are also within 25 miles (40 km).

About the host

Hosted by Robert Chew

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I run a medium sized company but am getting close to retirement. We have about 500 employees across the globe providing engineering, consulting and technical services. I have a chemical engineering degree, I served as an officer on a nuclear submarine, and I live in Boulder Colorado.

Why they chose this property

I bought the land in 2006 as an investment. After seeing a gazillion stars early one frigid morning in February 2007, and after cross-country skiing, I decided to build a house. I had the best time designing and seeing it built in 2009-2010. It is tight against the weather and inviting to the sight and touch. I hope you enjoy it as I have been!

What makes this property unique

This home, with its soft wood paneling interior, gives one peace and serenity not found in many other places. And it is quiet - you can truly "hear the sound of silence" as the song goes. Please enjoy the rejuvenation and connection that so easily occurs in this special place. Read, write, imagine, heal... whatever you need...

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