Archway to entry of the Loft (on the second story) and livingroom windows
Location: Anchorage, Alaska, USA (On Chester Creek Trail near Valley of the Moon Park) View Map
Accommodations: Duplex, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 6)
Chester Creek Vacation Rentals is a pair of comfortable executive rentals located in the Valley of the Moon neighborhood of downtown Anchorage. Chester Creek Vacation Rentals is conveniently located within easy walking distance of the urban trail system, Anchorage Weekend Market, Alaska Railroad Depot, shopping, restaurants, museums and other attractions.
Chester Creek Suite
The Suite is a one-bedroom (queen-sized bed) unit with a livingroom (sofa-sleeper), bathroom and mini-kitchen (refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot). All utilities, cable TV and wireless internet are included in the price.
The Suite is new. We completed phase 1 of the renovations in July when family stayed with us. We haven't had time or the opportunity to photograph the Suite, but it is similar to the Loft in style and color scheme. The Suite is comfortable, clean and homey.
We're pretty easy to get along with, but we share walls and noise can be an issue. Our family didn't find the noise unacceptable and our current guest reports noise is acceptable, but I like people to think about that before they rent. We do hear each other sometimes.
Chester Creek Loft
Chester Creek Loft (the apartment upstairs) was created in 2004. The Loft is rented through April 2010. The Loft is situated on the 2nd story above the garage. It has many amenities which include private balcony, wood fireplace, basic cable TV, free local phone service, wireless internet access, off-street parking, washer, dryer and dishwasher. Fully furnished with everything you will need. Just pack your toothbrush!
The Loft and the Suite share an exterior door. Each unit has a separate keyed interior entrance. For larger groups, we rent both units together. Combined, the Loft and the Suite have 3 bedrooms, 2 sofa-sleepers, 2 bathrooms, laundry, a full kitchen and mini-kitchen. Combined, the Loft and Suite sleep up to 10 guests comfortably.
Have we sold you yet? Location, location, location. . .
You don’t have to go downtown to experience Anchorage. Enjoy the restaurants locals love! There are several in the neighborhood. Choose from organic, eclectic, ethnic or traditional American cuisine. Live music venues and excellent shopping opportunities are also available within easy walking distance. Our recommendations and directions available at check-in.
Love the great outdoors? Getting out couldn't be easier! We have 7 bicycles available. Access to Chester Creek Trail is just ½ block down the street. Cross Chester Creek via the foot bridge, turn left (west) to enjoy the 1/2 mile walk to Westchester Lagoon where Chester Creek Trail meets the Coastal Trail. Once on the Coastal Trail, you may choose to go left to Kincaid Park (9 miles) or right to downtown Anchorage (1 mile). Or turn right (east) on Chester Creek Trail and enjoy the stroll to Mulcahy Stadium and excellent amateur baseball. Bike, hike, stroll, run or roller blade, whatever your preferred mode of transportation, our urban trail system is a rural gem in urban Alaska.
And Anchorage is as much fun in the winter as the summer. As soon as the ice is thick enough, Westchester Lagoon is groomed for ice skating and Chester Creek Trail, the Coastal Trail and Kincaid Park all feature miles and miles of groomed cross-country ski trails. In February, we celebrate Fur Rendezvous and in March, the Iditarod. Escape the crowds and visit Alaska in the wintertime!
We will continue to accept summer 2010 reservations for both the Loft and the Suite at our 2009 Recession-Proof Super Saver Rates through December 2009.
The Loft sleeps up to 4 guests for $99/night + 12% room tax (leases under 30 days) + $60 housekeeping fee.
The Suite sleeps up to 2 guests for $75/night + 12% room tax (leases under 30 days) + $50 housekeeping fee.
Minimum 3 night stay.
* NON-SMOKING UNIT
* NO PETS ALLOWED
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed: Full size bed
- Crib: Poratable crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library: Many titles
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill (2)
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Water View: Chester Creek runs along the back side of the property
- Mountain View: The Chugach Mountains are visible from the livingroom
- Ski-Out: Cross country skiing available on Chester Creek Trail, 1/2 block from Chester Creek Loft.
- Communications
- Telephone: Free local phone service
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking allowed inside; smoking allowed outside only. An ashtray is provided for smoking outside.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Other Activities
- We have 7 bicycles available in excellent condition.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Sep .. Suite $105-$124/nt $630-$744/wk Loft $140-$190/nt $840-$1140/wk
Oct-Apr.. Suite $75/nt $450/wk Loft $985/mo $99/night $594/wk $1300/mo
Reservation is not complete until deposit of 50% of total stay is received.
$60 Housekeeping Fee is required in addition to Rental Fee.
12% Room Tax is applied to all leases under 1 mo. in duration.
Minimum three night stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Book Summer 2010 Now--Rates from $75/Night
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Anchorage
We bought our duplex in November of 2004 because we love this neighborhood. When our renters bought their own home, we decided to update and furnish the apartment and Chester Creek Loft Vacation Rental was born. We've been providing lodging in Anchorage since September of 2005.
The Unique Benefits at this Duplex
Chester Creek Loft isn't fancy, but it is very clean, comfortable and convenient. It really is a "home-away-from-home."
Chester Creek Trail is part of our urban trail system. The trail is a short walk from the Loft--just a 1/2 block down the street, you cross a foot bridge over Chester Creek and you are on the trail.
Construction of the new salmon run is just about complete and we should see silver salmon swimming up Chester Creek from Cook Inlet to Westchester Lagoon this summer.
Exactly what an urban park is supposed to be, Valley of the Moon Park is fully utilized all summer long.
Just a short walk across Valley of the Moon Park, you can pick up E Street and enjoy a leisurely walk right into the middle of downtown.
The Spenard Road shopping and entertainment district is a short walk in the other direction (opposite downtown). There are restaurants, bars, stores and more all along Spenard from Fireweed to Benson
Owner's Map of Anchorage
Hi! My name is Mary Peterburs. I am a teacher at West Anchorage High School. I teach Textiles (sewing, knitting, weaving, crochet), Costume Design, Interior Design and Technical Writing. My husband, Mark and I have 2 dogs. Hook is a two-year-old yellow lab and Molly is a 1-year-old black lab. Both are very friendly. We enjoy jogging, bicycling, skiing, snowshoeing, hiking and just about any outdoor activity. This is a picture of Mark and me hiking Pioneer Peak on a beautiful fall afternoon.
Property Photos
- Archway to entry of the Loft (on the second story) and livingroom windows - Anchorage Duplex Rental
- Entryway to the Loft and the Suite is on the left - Anchorage Duplex Rental
- Living room with wood fireplace - Anchorage Duplex Rental
- Full service kitchen
- Kitchen dining area
- First bedroom with Queen-sized bed
- Second bedroom with twin beds
- Bathroom with dual (2) shower heads
- Private fenced yard with barbeque grill and seasonal flowers
- When the ice is thick enough, Westchester Lagoon is groomed for skating
- Iditarod at foot of Cordova hill--within easy walking distance of the Loft
- And moose are frequently seen feeding along Chester Creek
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Homeowner Response:
The following comments were recorded in our guestbook. Our guests are the best! Thanks so much for choosing Chester Creek Loft Vacation Rental. Mary Peterburs, Owner/Manager 03/26/2008 Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful "home" during my stay here. The Christmas tree was a very nice touch! It was nice to have the fireplace during the cold days, too. Racheal, Tokyo, Japan, 12/20/2007 It was the perfect "home base" for our trip and a great place to spend my . . . birthday. We'll never forget the sight of three moose trotting down the street in the middle of the day! Elizabeth, Iowa City, Iowa, 10/22/2007 Your attractive, roomy loft apartment has given us both pleasure and comfort. Don & Joyce, Ft. Wayne, IN, 09/19/2007 We love your beautiful garden and enjoyed your warm hospitality. Reggie, Alexandra, Sigrid & Adam, 08/13/2007 The perfect launch pad for many wonderful Alaskan adventures. Mike, Aspen, CO, 08/01/2007 Incredible accommodations and service. Perfect location, great owners! John & Brenda, Park City, UT, 07/31/2007 What an awesome place to stay! Accommodations & amenities were great. It's a beautiful walk into town along the creek and in the yard itself. Will definitely recommend the Loft to others. Denise & Art, Michigan, 07/26/2007 We really enjoyed staying here at the Loft. Sydney kept saying, "I like this place!" It was just perfect. Emily, Andrea, Sidney, Connecticut and Cari,Washington State 07/19/2007 Although we did eat dinner at midnight almost every night, this kitchen was great to cook our meals. The condo is beautiful and we loved it! Kathleen & Steve, NY and Naomi, Pete, Steve, Cindy, VA 06/29/2007 This was the best choice we made on this trip! Renel, Las Vegas, 05/28/2007