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Kennicott-Mt.Blackburn B&B

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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McCarthy, AK
  • McCarthy Creek
  • Kennecott Visitor Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • McCarthy Road Information Station
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • McCarthy, AK (MXY)
    ‪8 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Living Room 1

1 Large Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Kennicott-Mt.Blackburn B&B

This is a view cabin near the local airport and midway between McCarthy and the historic Kennicott Mine. The cabin is new construction with propane appliances, one bedroom and full sized couch for a third party. The view from the deck is the best in the area. You will see 16,300 ft Mt Blackburn and the Root Glacier as well as the Kennicott Mine and Pophyry Ridge. You can see wildlife at any time from the deck as you are in the Wrangell St Elias National Park.

Property manager

Dan

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

McCarthy

Chitina is home to this cabin. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kennecott Visitor Center and McCarthy Road Information Station.
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McCarthy, AK

What's nearby

  • McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kennecott Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • McCarthy Road Information Station - 13 min drive - 6.2 km
  • McCarthy Footbridge - 14 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • McCarthy, AK (MXY) - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kennicott-Mt.Blackburn B&B pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kennicott-Mt.Blackburn B&B?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kennicott-Mt.Blackburn B&B?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kennicott-Mt.Blackburn B&B located?

Situated in Chitina, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from McCarthy Creek and within 3 miles (5 km) of McCarthy-Kennicott Historical Museum and McCarthy Footbridge. McCarthy Road Information Station is 2.5 mi (3.9 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. 24 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

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

Kennicot Mt. Blackburn B&B

Amazing views. Dan was a great host- providing daily shuttle service and breakfast supplies (family loved the Idaho spuds (boxed hash browns). Dan was also very knowledgeable about the history of the area and wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Kennicott Mt. Blackburn B&B

Dan's place was clean and comfortable for our stay. Many places in Kennicott and McCarthy do not have private bathrooms and kitchens so we enjoyed having our own to use in the cabin. The cabin is located a few miles between McCarthy and Kennicott. Dan is one of the shuttle drivers and will give you a ride to where you need to go. Dan is quick to respond if you text him. If we ever travel back to the McCarthy / Kennicott area we would definitely stay at Dan's place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy cabin

Lovely cabin. Plenty of room for two people. Indoor bathroom and hot shower was fantastic. Dan facilitated rides to and from footbridge as well as to Kennecot.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

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

McCarthy cabin

It was an adventure the cabin was perfect and exactly as described. He picked us up and drove us to the places we wanted to see. He was also very informative about McCarty. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great cabin / Amazing views!

Lovely cabin with most all the amenities and an incredible view from the porch. Dan made getting around easy as can be!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

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

Beautiful mountain view

Thank you Dan for the beautiful stay. We loved the glacier walk and the airplane tour. You were always there to pick up us and to give advice and help. The view of the mountains from your cabin is just incredible. What a quiet and secluded experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin o.

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

Kennicott-Mt Blackburn cabin

Everything was great, the only issue was no service, I have AT&T, and no WiFi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie S.

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

Cozy Cabin with Spectacular Views

This cabin exceeded our wildest expectations. The views are even better than the pictures and the cabin has amenities far above anywhere else in the area. Daniel went above and beyond for us throughout our stay. Truly the best place to stay in McCarthy/Kennicott!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle B.

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

McCarthy / Kennicott Stay

Property was great with an absolutely wonderful view. Do need to be aware that you need to contact Dan for shuttle service (which he provides with rental). Dan was also a great source of information about the area, the history and the local culture.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

Perfect oasis in McCarthy

a cabin in the wilderness yet close to "town". Comfy bed, large and well equipped bath, well stocked kitchen. Plenty of breakfast choices. Dan shuttled us to where ever we needed to go. Unless you have Verizon you are off the grid but a little coordination made everything smooth as can be. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

alaskajunko

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

Beautiful and quiet setting

We went to McCarthy for a half marathon to benefit the Wrangell Mountain Center. It was so nice to have a cabin with electricity and running hot water. Beware that only Verizon has service out there, so connect with Dan ahead of time if you don’t. One of us did, so we had no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

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

Amazing front porch view

This quant little cabin is perfect for 2. Tucked away in the Wrangell St Elias national park this has enough modern touches to be a welcome change from spending the day in the rugged wilderness around you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Jalyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

What an adventure

Worth the experience. Beautiful views and nice people. Not quite worth the money and I wish there was more communication with the owner but overall we had a good time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

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

McCarthy AK

Daniel was great picked us up at the bridge and provided transportation to all activities. The cabin was great had running water, shower, toilet and a kitchenette. No WiFi or cable TV so completely unplugged. The mountains were spectacular however lots of misquotes but we were prepared. Loved it there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

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

Awesome view

Very remote private cabin with best view of surrounding mountains. Running water inside cabin. Dan was great to give us rides whenever we needed one. He had snacks and breakfast foods there for us. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Spectacular Views!

The view from this cabin are wonderful. The cabin was a great base for us to explore McCarthy and Kennicott. Daniel has everything you need including some breakfast items. He was very gracious and gave us rides on the shuttle to town, the cabin and Kennicott. We had a visit from a black bear the last evening we were there. Just sniffing around then went about his business. Tip: No coffee maker but there is some tea and instant coffee packets. If you love your coffee you might want to bring some instant that you like with you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesus C.

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

Simply the best!

The cabin is exactly how it is described and how the pictures show. Well equiped kitchen, confortable bed, complimentary items for breakfast and the main thing: private bathroom INSIDE the cabin. When you are trying to book in Kennicott you will realize how difficult this is. Even the most expensive places offer outside shower/toilet and/or shared one. Dan’s cabin is the best place you will get there! And the icing on the cake is the veranda: direct views to Root Glacier sitting on the deck. Amazing place! The only inconvenience is how to move around because you can not drive your car there (everyone has to leave private cars at footbridge several miles away). This is excellently solved by Dan who offers you transfer to the cabin. He is so funny!! He will tell you stories about the place and his 40 years living there in summer time. He will recommend you what to do and will show you the best places to visit. My suggestion: root glacier trail (bring your crampons and walk on the glacier on your own. Not dangerous at all. Awsome!) and the guided visit to the Mine (to see how hard they lived there). Thanks so much Dan for your kindness and laughs! All the best to you. Warm regards
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald M., Clarkston, MI

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

Off the grid in McCarthy

We enjoyed our stay very much. The front porch is the shining gem. I could look out at the mountains all day. We enjoyed watching the small prop single engine airplanes take off from the airport and fly into the mountains. Transportation was easy. Give Dan a call and the next time he passes by, you are on your way. Bed was comfortable and the water in the shower was hot. A great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina V.

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

Perfect place with an awesome view

Cabin was perfect for our stay!! So comfy and it was great to have breakfast options! Daniel was very accommodating and picked us up and gave us a ride into “town” (macarthy) and back to the bridge. The view was amazing and neat to be able to see Kennicot from a distance. We even got a Aurora show! will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith A.

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

Spectacular view!!

We LOVED it! Comfortable and well stocked, but the view was the BEST!! Dan was a gracious host & helped us with transportation upon check-in & check-out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

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

Beautiful View

Great little cabin. Has everything needed along with great views and wildlife to watch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

william F.

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

McCarthy paradise

Loved this place! Fantastic unobstructed views of the Wrangalls, including Mt Blackburn and the Kennecott Glacier. New, clean, comfortable and off the grid. Solar power and clean filtered water right off a mountain stream. Dan, the host is a local full of local history and local legend, and he’s willing to share. He also drives the shuttle, which you, as his guest can ride for free. This is a good thing because your 1.5 miles from McCarthy (easy walking) and 4 miles from the Kennecott Mine and Root Glacier trail. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

thomas m.

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

Beautiful location, awesome view, well built cabin that is clean and stocked. Dan is awesome!

Great value and experience. Above all, Dan goes out of his way to inform and assist so that you have a great time. He is a throwback in all of the right ways and a very good person. My family and I will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard Y.

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

Best view in Alaska!

Dan is a perfect host. The cabin is clean and neat. The view from the porch is jaw-dropping.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Van D.

Cozy cabin with a beautiful view

My sister and I flew from Chitina to McCarthy and stayed at the cabin for two nights. Pat was extremely helpful and always made sure we had a ride to town. The cabin is very quaint and clean. We didn't have cell service (only Verizon works out there) or internet but many of the restaurants/shops in town have WiFi. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

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