Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8

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A house surrounded by dense trees and a calm lake.
A lakeside outdoor seating area with a swing chair, wooden chairs, and a picnic table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a toaster, and a window.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and books.
A dining area with a round wooden table, six chairs, a lamp, framed pictures on the wall, and a sewing machine.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Futon

Living Room 2

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this chalet is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, while Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Alaska Railroad and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 24 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 34 min drive - 64.5 km
  • Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 36 min drive - 68.5 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 14 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sluice Box @ Alaska State Fair - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Noisy Goose Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cajin Cookin @ Alaska State Fair - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Trout Fishing Lake Front- Mt. Views- Fish, Boat, Hike, Play, Swim, sleeps 8 located?

This family-friendly Palmer chalet is located on a lake, just steps away from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Alaska Railroad is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our relaxing stay with a beautiful view! Canoeing on Canoe Lake was lovely and their dog was so playful and fun. The hosts were very hospitable. We highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great! It was exactly what we needed for our trip. There were 6 of us in our party and everyone was very pleased with the accommodations. My kids (5 and 8) also loved the fishing poles and one of them even caught a fish (that we threw back lol). Overall we were very happy and the hosts were great - easy to communicate with and even sent us flyers for the fair that was happening downtown, which was well worth the stop. We would visit again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for hiking and kayaking. Gorgeous view (and access) of lake and mountains (best of both worlds). Host is super responsive and respectful of private space, plus a wealth of information about the area including tips on places to go and experience real Alaska. Highly recommend. Truly appreciate this being my first heavenly experience in beautiful Alaska!
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our kids loved it here. Our last night, our 14-year-old son said “I miss canoe lake already”. The lake was the star of the show. We spent hours paddling and fishing and watching the eagle that watched us fish. Truly magical. The Airbnb was clean comfortable. Geri was a great host. The kitchen was well stocked. Would not hesitate to stay again if the opportunity arose!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful getaway

My family and I rented out the whole house for an easter weekend getaway. We loved it! The views were beautiful. The property was stocked with everything one would need. And the host was extremely helpful. Definitely recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
We were so happy to have you for Easter! It was wonderful to have you enjoy our chalet for the holiday with your kiddos!! Easter egg hunts and camp fires--- so fun. We hope you return again. Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable place, close to the fairgrounds yet in a quiet beautiful setting. Everything you need is there! Super nice hosts! Thank you for a lovely weekend in Palmer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family absolutely loved our stay at Canoe Lake Chalet – Bear Den. The setting is simply breathtaking, with stunning views overlooking Canoe Lake and the mountains beyond. We enjoyed dinners and evening drinks on the deck while taking in the peaceful scenery—it was one of our favorite parts of the trip.There are a few flights of steps leading down to the lake; the views and lake access make it completely worthwhile. The canoes and fishing rods were such a thoughtful touch. Our boys had never caught trout before and were absolutely thrilled to fish from the dock and from canoes. We even grilled their trout on the bbq for our dinner! It ended up being one of the highlights of our Alaska vacation.The chalet is wonderfully set up for families. There were lots of games for the kids, and the bunk bed with trundle was perfect for them. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed, and the beds were very comfortable.The owner was exceptionally welcoming and easy to communicate with. They reached out with helpful suggestions for the local area, made us feel right at home, and genuinely wanted us to have the best possible stay.We created wonderful family memories here and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice view and comfortable arrangements

We had 9 adults in our group; 3 couples and 3 singles. We stayed in the lower unit. It was clean and welcoming upon arrival, although there was an slight odor. The views are amazing and relaxing. There were fishing poles to fish in the lake. Overall nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
It was nice having you as guests .. We all work hard to sterilize and make the house nice and fresh .. none of us smelled any odor before or after you left . So not sure what you were smelling? . As always we open windows to air out and spray Room freshener around for a nice fresh smell in between guests. You are the only guests to ever say this . You described the oder as stinky socks ? You arrived after traveling all day , possibly one of your group had sticky socks? There were no sticky socks when you arrived. We normally don’t host one night rentals but made an exception for your family for your special occasion. We found you stained the sheeted with large drops of some type of oily substance which took quite a bit of work for stain removal. We normally charge for stained sheets yet let it go , and I didn’t mention it in your review.. I’m glad you had a nice stay and said how clean it was.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Ultimate Alaskan Escape

God truly looked out for us when we booked here. We decided 2 years ago that Alaska is where we want to raise a family, so when the opportunity came, we packed everything and moved up here. We have never visited the state, and we have no family here so when first got here it was stressful in a new environment and the Mcann's have been a true blessing. They went above and beyond for us with everything from recommendations for food, fun places to visit, and amazing trails, right in your backyard. There are tons of fun toys on the property like sleds, ice skates, skis, and hiking sticks. We were concerned we wouldn't be able to use the lake, considering it was frozen, but the Mcanns took us out and taught us how to ice fish, which was great fun. We got to see moose, rabbits, and an array of beautiful birds, not to mention the gorgeous Northern Lights behind absolutely breathtaking mountain views! The Chalet is a once in a lifetime stay, and the Mcann's are now once in a lifetime friends. We hope to return soon, have to see those mountains in the summer.
Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Views

Beautiful, scenic, relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Vacation of a life time. We needed a place to be able to relax and enjoy the family. This rental was a wonderful place. The lake was so peaceful and enjoying. There were enough knee boards, kayaks and canoes for all the kids. It is quite a walk down the hill but the steps made it a little easier on the ankles. The mornings on the deck drinking coffee was peaceful and quiet. We had morning visitors - rabbits. Geri was able to give us some ideas and places to visit while rental her place. Thanks Geri. HIghly recommended.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved it!

The cabin was amazing! And in such a great location. Definitely recommend for anyone traveling in the Palmer area! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
It was wonderful having your group as our guests!!! Such a pleasure to meet you and find that one of your group was the son of a long lost friend!!! How cool is that!!! Please come again!! Blessings, Geri McCann
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stunning home with lovely views from large balcony that overlooks the lake

If you want a quintessential Alaskan experience, this is the place to be! My extended family came from all over the US and abroad for my daughter‘s wedding. We rented both units and the house very comfortably slept 15 people and could easily have slept several more. The decor inside was lovely and outside the colorful flowers were abundant. We enjoyed fishing and swimming in the lake. We spent hours just enjoying one another’s company on the large deck that overlooks Canoe Lake and the mountains beyond. Gerri was just a text away if we had any questions or needed anything. I can’t say enough about how canoe lake chalet was THE PERFECT SETTING for our family reunion!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Wow thank you for the wonderful compliments! It is truly "pay day" when we succeed in providing our guests a beautiful place and atmosphere for their special vacations and gatherings. Thank you for mentioning the flowers, as we do work hard planting and maintaining them for our guests to enjoy!! We are so happy you had a wonderful time and made memories to last a lifetime for this precious wedding!! We hope you come back to vacation and enjoy more of our amazing state!! Geri & Kevin McCann
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful house.

Kitchens were very well stocked. I didn’t realize how far to the lake it was nor how many stairs there were. Didn’t work for some of our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
It was a delight to have your family stay at our chalet. We are so sorry the stair system was not adequate for some of your family. We built the stair system to be as safe and comfortable as possible with just a few steps in between landings. We do have a more relaxed path down to the lake for those who have problems with stairs. I wish we would have known that some of your group had mobility restrictions we would have let you know.. Thank you for letting us know, will be making sure our future guests know there is a stair system down to the lake front. Thank you for the nice note your group left in our guest book. Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome get away

Great location right by the lake but above the lake enough so that the bugs are not and issue. The house is well stocked with almost everything you need and Geri was super helpful with any needs we had. They have boats and toys down at the lake which make it a fun stay.
Stayed 31 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and had fun on the lake with boats and fishing etc. plus enough condiments and spices and kitchen items for your meals. Thank you for the compliments and nice review. We hope you come and enjoy the chalet and lake again!!! Geri McCann
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loved it and beautiful view.

Loved our stay in AK. Geri was a wonderful host. The house is very clean and has a wonderful view. I'm hoping we can come back in thw future when it is warmer and do some fishing. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for the compliments!! It was great having your group and we do look forward to you coming back when you can boat, fish and swim in the lake!! Hope to hear from you soon!! Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Our vacation of a lifetime!

We came to Alaska to create life time memories and this Chalet was our home away from home that we were delighted to come home to every evening. It offered every amenity we could have asked for, spacious living, comfortable beds, privacy, laundry facilities, fully stocked kitchen, and our own private lake with amazing views. We highly recommend you chose this rental during your stay in Alaska. We were within driving distance to several sites and tours including Talkeetna, Mt Denali. train ride and glacier viewing. Geri was very helpful with recommendations. It was our dream vacation and the week we stayed was perfect ....just perfect! The Huskers From Nebraska
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thank you for the wonderful compliments!! It was great meeting you and that you enjoyed the place!! We do work hard at making our guests experience the best ever with fun and all the comforts of home!! It is so rewarding when our guests enjoy their stay and we succeed in our efforts. Please come again!! Geri McCann
Archival

8/10 Good

Great place to stay! Beautiful views and wonderful access to the lake. AWSOME

The Bears Den was a warm and cozy place to stay. Full kitchen came in handy for those eat-in meals. The back patio overlooking the lake was spectacular. I loved this place and all it offered us. It is close to town while you feel like you are in the middle of a park. Enjoyed our time here and really relaxed in a quiet and secluded home.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
It was wonderful having your group as our guests!! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the compliments and nice review. We hope you return!! Geri
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location and even better house to stay in!

Our family of six had no problem being comfortable in this wonderful location. The owner was extremely friendly and knowledgeable about things to do in the region. She also made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. In this well-stocked house, we not only had all the basics needed but bicycles fishing rods and multiple types of boats… it was very hard for us to leave. We certainly hope to return again someday. The lake was peaceful and did I say it was full of trout? My seven-year-old had no problem reeling them in.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
John's family with 4 kids were delightful and had a great time at our property. They enjoyed playing and fishing on the lake with boats and lake toys, they had camp fires, played lawn games and and explored the surrounding area's attractions. They did great fishing on the lake for trout and local rivers catching salmon!! They abided by all house rules and left the house so nice and clean. We really enjoyed assisting them with vacation plans and getting to know them. They really touched our hearts!! It is wonderful to when our guests enjoy the lake and chalet like they did. We hope they return. Geri McCann Canoe Lake Chalet - Where the fun begins!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful experience.

The home was lovely, the view stunning! We enjoyed having room for our entire group to interact!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

Great convenient location but feels like you are secluded on a lake side retreat. Beautiful views of the lake and mountains. Everything you could possibly need is provided and the owners are a phone call away. The owners are very nice and responsive. The decor is adorable, very Alaskan get away themed. Would definitely recommend this rental
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2016
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