Located in Palmer, this apartment is in a rural area and near a water park. Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alaska Railroad and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm. Musk Ox Farm and Alaska Live Steamers are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Reindeer Farm - 23 min drive - 24.0 km
Alaska Native Heritage Center - 33 min drive - 63.8 km
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 35 min drive - 67.9 km
Getting around
Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 13 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Taco Dans - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Sluice Box @ Alaska State Fair - 7 min drive
Noisy Goose Cafe - 5 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 3 Rustic Elegant Suites (sleep 12+) - Fish, hike, site-see from your doorstep pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 3 Rustic Elegant Suites (sleep 12+) - Fish, hike, site-see from your doorstep?
As of Nov 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Rustic Elegant Suites (sleep 12+) - Fish, hike, site-see from your doorstep on Jun 2, 2027 start from $228, 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 3 Rustic Elegant Suites (sleep 12+) - Fish, hike, site-see from your doorstep?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3 Rustic Elegant Suites (sleep 12+) - Fish, hike, site-see from your doorstep?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 3 Rustic Elegant Suites (sleep 12+) - Fish, hike, site-see from your doorstep located?
Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Alaska Railroad and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
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We have stayed several places in Alaska and this was by far our favorite! From the beautiful view to everything you could possibly need to the cleanliness… this was a home away from home! We are excited to come back and stay next year!
This is the second time staying at this property. It is so clean and has everything you need. Such attention to detail. Great place to stay close to lots of things to see and do.
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Lazy Bear. It was a warm, cozy, and very clean environment. Everything was up to date and the cabin was completely stocked with everything you would need. The view was amazing and the drive was perfect to Palmer. We will definitely stay again!
The place looks exactly like the pictures and more! We truly enjoyed ourselves there. Everything was close by, and the owners were fantastic. It was beyond clean. We loved it so much; we're returning next year for a week, not just five days.
The cabin was perfect. Decorated so nicely. Bed was super comfortable. Maybe too comfortable because we kept sleeping later than normal. I had to keep reminding myself that the picture window was not a painting. The view was that beautiful.
Very comfortable for 2 people. Sleeps 4, but 2 would be in living room area on sofa sleeper. Location is great being close to Palmer & Wasilla, and is very quiet with beautiful Mountain views. The owners have the unit very well equipped with everything you may need. The decor was done very nicely & we really enjoyed our stay.
This property was perfect for my wife and I with a great layout and awesome front porch. Coming in late made finding the driveway hard to see. Everything was just perfect all in all.
Check in was exactly as stated in the instructions. Every room was neat and very clean. The bear decor was very fitting and cute. The kitchen had sufficient pots, plates, utensils, etc. that we needed to cook our meals. The king bed was comfortable. The location has quick highway access. Clean up instructions were easy and straight forward. We really enjoyed our stay!
Beautiful property and excellent communication. All amenities provided and snacks for all. Clean and quiet. One recommendation to update the sofa sleeper. There is a foldaway twin bed that is very comfortable, but the sofa sleeper was not. Highly recommend staying here.