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Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking

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A living room with a sectional sofa, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall art piece.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a microwave and stove, wooden cabinets, and a tiled backsplash.
A hallway with a brown leather bench, a patterned rug, and two doors.
A two-story house with a stone foundation, a garage, and a red mailbox.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.

  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Finger Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Finger Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Musk Ox Farm
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking

Enjoy your stay in our newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home. This is a duplex, with a wonderful long term tenant next door. There is a full sized kitchen with all the necessities to make home cooked meals and a lighted back porch with a grill for your use. We are minutes away from the gas station and coffee shop and about 10 minutes from Hatcher Pass. Hatcher Pass is a beautiful place to snowboard and ski in the winter and hike and pick berries in the summer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

***TRASH DAY IS MONDAY MORNING. PLEASE MOVE TRASH CAN TO THE FRONT OF THE DRIVEWAY SUNDAY NIGHT

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1582725vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this apartment is in the mountains and on a river. Colony House Museum and Palmer Visitor Information Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Musk Ox Farm and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Alaska Railroad and Alaska Live Steamers. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Finger Lake - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hatcher Pass Management Area - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Colony House Museum - 8 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 19 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Alehouse - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Palmer Elks Lodge - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, cozy stay near Hatcher Pass & Hiking located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Finger Lake, Musk Ox Farm, and Finger Lake. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Hatcher Pass Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 48 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property! Exactly as described!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with lots of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a comfy and clean house that was in a convenient location for our Matanuska Glacier hike outing. Our family of four loved this spot with plenty of room to spread out and a great kitchen table for cards/games. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kid friendly space. Kid loved the bunk bed and the tv in his room. The adults enjoyed having a comfortable place to relax.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It had everything that we needed. Very clean and nicely decorated. Felt safe and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

This was a wonderful place to stay . The host was excellent it was easy to find and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay, clean, close to downtown Palmer. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well stocked, comfortable place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very clean and ample kitchen stuff for our needs. It was well situated for activities in the Mat-Su Valley as well as Anchorage and Willow.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The place was very nice, clean, and had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. It was spacious and very accommodating for our group of six, with plenty of room for everyone to relax and feel at home.The location was convenient and easy to access, which made coming and going a breeze. Everything was well maintained, thoughtfully arranged, and provided the comfort we were looking for. You could tell that a lot of care went into making the space welcoming for guests.Our host was wonderful—very accommodating, responsive, and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. Any questions we had were handled promptly.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, convenient, and welcoming place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

This place exceeded our expectations. Clean, comfortable, and great location. We would stay again and highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

This is a great place to stay. It is within easy access to attractions in the Mat-Su Valley and Anchorage.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Palmer, Ak

This was a wonderful place to stay while in Palmer. It met all of our needs and more. If we are back in the area we will definitely want to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For one night stay it was easy to get to and it was a gorgeous place. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable

Wonderful stay, comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great stay!

This property was excellent all around! Lots of space for everyone to have their quiet time, a good family room to watch movies or play games, and in a prime spot in Palmer for easy access to the town and the nearby parks. Highly recommended for anyone interested in staying in Palmer!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place. Has anything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

First trip to Alaska

We stayed 4 days after a 7 day cruise. This place was great base camp and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice and clean

We really enjoyed our 1 night stay here. Very clean and tidy place,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful duplex. Very roomy. Wide open garage to layout our backpacking gear. Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

This is very clean and well maintained property. It is centrally located to attractions in Palmer, Wasilla, Hatcher Pass, and the Mat-Su Valley. It is an easy drive to Anchorage and Willow where we saw the Iditarod, as well as Talkeetna. We would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place

My family was amazed with the home, beautiful home, awesome location, clean and welcoming. Wonderful Home away from Home❤️ I will definitely stay here again in the future.. Qujannamiik (Thank you)
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome access to Hatcher Pass area

great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hockey tournament

This is our second time staying at this amazing property, and we’re absolutely thrilled to have found our go-to spot in the Valley! It’s the perfect place for hockey families, and we can't recommend it enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Ostermiller

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I'm originally from Hawaii, now living in Alaska. Hawaii will always have a piece of my heart, but I love Alaska and exploring our beautiful state. I am mother to 7 children with a wonderful husband. My husband is a realtor and property manager and would love to help you find a more permanent or income producing property here in Alaska. I love to bake, travel, hike and explore new places. I enjoy hosting and strive to make sure our guests are taken care of and want to give you a great experience.

Why they chose this property

I love Palmer and this area is a great location. It is close to the mountain, which is such a peaceful place to explore.

What makes this property unique

It is near Hatcher Pass where you can ski in the winter and bike or hike in the summer. It is super close to the gas station and coffee shops.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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