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On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.

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View from Channel, apartment is on left with private entry & deck
View of the Mendenhall Glacier across the Gastineau Channel
Sunsets are beautiful and range from yellow to purple
A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a lake, surrounded by greenery and mountains in the distance.
Queen size bed

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Ski-in and out access
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Juneau, AK
  • Place, Juneau-Douglas City Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Alaska State Capitol
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Roberts Tramway
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.

Beautiful views of the Mendenhall Glacier and a 180 degree view from the mainland, across Mendenhall Peninnsula, Sphun Island and Admiralty Island. Quiet, very little vehicle traffic. Large studio apartment with panoramic views of the Gastineau Channel, Mendenhall Wildlife Refuge and the Mendenhall Glacier. Private waterfront deck and entry.

Bald Eagle nest within 100 yards. Great for bird watching. Beautiful sunsets, in a "dry belt" so we get half the precipitation of downtown Juneau. Quiet with very little traffic.

Fully equipped kitchenette which includes dishes, flatware, pots & pans, coffee maker, toaster oven, 4 burner stovetop, convection microwave, full size refrigerator w/ice maker, sink, washer dryer. Streaming TV with Amazon Video, Netflix and Hulu, free Wi-Fi. Dining area large enough to seat 4 people, sitting area. Queen size bed, dresser, two large closets, large bathroom with double vanities, tub/shower with grab bars. Limited number of stairs (12) and a semi-accessible path.

BBQ Grill, fire pit on the beach.

Close to walking/hiking trails, boat ramp, kayak & bike rentals. 8 miles to downtown. 17.5 miles to airport, 20.5 miles to Ferry terminal.

Rental car recommended, available at the airport.

No Smoking, No Pets, Please Remove your shoes at the door.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Important information

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Property Registration Number STR1000200
Property # 1058306
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Juneau

Located in Juneau, this apartment is in the city center and on the beach. Alaska Governor's Mansion and Wickersham House State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eagle Creek Beaches and Gastineau Channel. Observatory Books and Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Juneau, AK

What's nearby

  • Eagle Creek Beaches - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Gastineau Channel - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Juneau-Douglas City Museum - 20 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Alaska State Capitol - 20 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Mount Roberts Tramway - 21 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Vintage Food Truck Park - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar & Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Thibodeau Valley Liquor - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.?

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests. on Jul 3, 2026 start from $318, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests. located?

Located in Juneau, this beachfront apartment building is in the city center and within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Creek Beaches, Gastineau Channel, and Cope Park. Eaglecrest Ski Area and Alaska Governor's Mansion are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay!! The views from our room proved the pictures true! Very clean, very welcoming!!!! We will definitely stay here again next time we come back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Juneau stay

Great experience and great place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a tremendous stay and we couldn't have been more pleased with our booking. Betty and Mark were fantastic hosts and were extremely welcoming and helpful. The views are incredible and the entire place is cozy, clean, comfortable and made for an excellent stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2025
Than you! We are glad you and Caitlin had a great adventure. We hope Caitlin’s adventure with National Geographic is successful and inspiring. You’re welcome to return anytime. Be safe in DC.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

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

Great location

Great location, property owner very helpful, away from the hustle of downtown
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

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

Perfect Juneau Stay

Outstanding location. Modern, clean property with the perfect hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Andrey L.

Mark & Betty were wonderful host! Loved the view from the property! Very cozy and moderately priced

Could not have asked for a more enjoyable rental
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
Thank you, we enjoyed your company very much. This is our first season as hosts and we have had such a wonderful experience! We are happy that you had a positive experience in Juneau. It is a beautiful piece of the world that we enjoy sharing. The weather isn't always perfect but we hope the experience was positive. Thank you for the invitation to see your part of the world, it is definitely a part of the USA that I want to see and experience. Betty & Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Beautiful Views

Description was very accurate. Great location, close enough to downtown Juneau, but located in the middle of nature. The accommodations were great, modern and spotless. Amenities were over the top. Will definitively stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2025
Thanks, Mark. We are happy that we were able to meet your needs so you could visit your daughter. We look forward to seeing you again. Betty
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt V.

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

Douglas Island Getaway

Wonderful views away from the downtown/cruise ship area. Perfect space for two!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2023
Thank you! We love our environment and sharing with our guests. We’re happy that you enjoyed your stay and were able to take advantage of the wonderful trails to walk without going out of your way. We hipe your marathon experience was successful.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Best view EVER!

We loved our stay! Betty & Mark were sweet and made sure we had everything needed. The apartment was very clean and in a nice neighborhood. Our favorite part was the view!! We watched eagles everyday and you can see the Mendenhall glacier as well.
View from the porch
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view and awesome place! Betty was super friendly and very responsive. The apartment was the most well-stocked place I’ve ever stayed in. Betty took a lot of care in stocking everything you might need. The view is jaw-dropping!
Mendenhall Glacier view from the deck!
Big bay windows show all the views!
Gorgeous sunset from the deck.
We saw many bald eagles, egrets, sandhill cranes, and more. A bird-watcher’s paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

Perfect Choice in Juneau

We loved North Douglas Island with amazing views of the channel and Mendenhall glacier. Hosts Mark and Betty were great hosts. We'd definitely stay again. So nice to be away from the busy cruise ship traffic.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor K.

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

Beautiful.

Gorgeous location in quiet neighborhood right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2024
Thanks Taylor. We hooe you had a great time in Juneau. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

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

Memorable Stay with Stunning Scenery

Lovely stay in Juneau. Clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with beautiful views. The apartment had so many thoughtful touches, it felt like a home away from home. Perfect for exploring Juneau. Hosts were wonderful: kind, helpful, communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karena P.

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

Beautiful View

Gorgeous property with all the amenities. The best view of the wetlands. We loved watching the tide come in and out.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great Stay on North Douglas Island

The apartment was great, the location is wonderful for bird watchers (lots of sea birds and bald eagles). The location is a 10-15 minute drive to most anywhere in Juneau. It is nice and quiet at this VRBO. The hosts were helpful in sharing their considerable knowledge of the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

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

Incredible location, magnificent view, extraordinary hospitality

If you haven’t already booked your stay in Juneau area book it here soon. This place is the most peaceful place with a constant changing gorgeous view. Close to hiking, waterfront, beautiful neighborhood, everything you need or want and wonderful hosts. Book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2023
A delightful couple, happy to be here and enjoying themselves. And they brought great weather with them!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anneseitz

Property was perfect.

We had a wonderful visit. Views from the property were great. So many eagles everywhere. Short drive (8 min) to downtown. Lots of places to sight see and eat nearby. Perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
We are happy you had such a good time, you really did a lot while you were here. Missed you at the beach fire, next time. Take care, Betty & Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

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

A bit of paradise all to yourself!

Could not have had a more perfect and beautiful place to experience Alaska! To be nestled in a nature preserve, away from the craziness of the cruise ships was wonderful! Our hosts were gracious and informative and really helped us see Juneau without being obtrusive. You need to stay here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget H.

Cute and clean

We enjoyed our stay here. Good views and a nice quiet area without being too far from town. There was a bit of noise from the main house but nothing unreasonable. Hosts gave us the privacy we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2020
We appreciate the feedback and regret that you had a noise issue. We have a dead air space between the apartment and our house, and a 45 minute insulated fire door. In the past, it has been our experience that if you keep the door from the apartment to the laundry area closed you have little or no noise transfer. However, we will make additional effort to control the noise from the main house. Sincerely, Betty & Mark Johnson
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Fantastic experience

Mark and Betty were very communicative, reaching out before my arrival with check in instructions. The rental was clean and well equipped and the view was second to none. Will definitely be renting again when I return to Juneau.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2024
Thank you Joseph. We were happy to share our little corner of the world with you. You are certainly welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect spot for couples exploring Juneau area

Highly recommend this well equipped, comfortable, clean property in an excellent setting!! The view was simply stunning. The hosts were very easy to deal with. Apartment was well stocked with every need anticipated and there weren’t extensive check out instructions. Very happy renter!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Vacation within a vacation

Every time we returned from town to on the wildlife refuge was like starting another vacation. So peaceful and beautiful. Our every need was met in this rental and the host went beyond expectations by providing starter groceries. We went to all parts of Juneau and can confirm that this location is very special- even the weather was better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gloria H.

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

Spectacular view!

There were so many wonderful things about this property: very large bathroom, 2 closets, kitchen with everything you need, comfortable bed, very clean, quiet, outdoor space and the list goes on. However, the ever changing view was something we never tired of. We hope to stay again next time we are in Juneau. Thank you Betty and Mark
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2024
Thank you Gloria. E are happy that you both enjoyed sharing our corner of paradise. You are welcome anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

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

Amazing Alaska adventure

This property has everything you could ask for and the nicest hosts possible! The apartment is extremely comfortable, clean, and well appointed. Having a kitchen made a quick dinner nice and easy after a long day of hiking and site seeing. A laundry room was super useful. The location is fantastic with beautiful views of the glacier and the Gatineau channel. I’m so glad we stayed here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2021
Thank you. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and had such great adventures. The Juneau Ice Caves are spectacular, thanks for the pictures! By the way, we bought more boots for guests, they're just your size!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Trip of a Lifetime

Beautiful property located on on the Gastineau Channel with views of Mendenhall Glacier, jumping salmon, bubbling humpback, and Bald Eagles. Betty and her husband have lived on Douglas Island for over 30 years, they provided a wealth of knowledge about the area that made the trip very authentic..we lived like natives for 8 days. I highly recommend this place, trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Betty and Mark Johnson

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My husband, Mark, and I are retired but we love to travel, fish, hike and do a lot of volunteer work in the community. We are custodial grandparents of two grands, aged 12 & 10, who lost their parents.

Why they chose this property

Mark grew up in Illinois and I grew up in Idaho but both ended up in Juneau, Alaska. We spent 3 years looking for a home and when we found this one we loved it so much we bought it the same day. We believe we have one of the best places in the world to live, and we've seen a lot of the world. The location is beautiful, peaceful, beautiful views and a lot of birds and wildlife. We are 8 miles from downtown hustle and bustle so after a long day of touring you can come back to your home away from home and enjoy the peace and quiet.

What makes this property unique

The air and water are clean, you can sit outside and enjoy the quiet. The views are beautiful and because of the daily tides the view changes constantly. Close to everything but a million miles from the world.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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