Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View
- House1200 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 2 nights
2 bedroom custom built log home with open floor plan, and lots of Scenery!
Bedrooms
Owner
Sandy Scotton
- Languages:
- english, spanish
About Sandy Scotton
My husband and I met in South America, I moved to Alaska in 1994 and our adventures have continued to this day. We built this place while living in a tent on the property in 1999. We got married (on the property) during the summer of construction and lived here for 4 years. We moved across the state for work in an even more remote place, but our hearts still live here! We maintain close relationships with the great folks in Gakona! We have never rented this to tourists before last summer, but as travelers and adventurers ourselves, we know this is an outstanding place to base your Alaskan adventures from! The Wrangell St. Elias National park, the Nabesna Road, McCarthy, and Valdez are all destinations you can reach while staying at our place. Salmon fishing is within two miles!
Sandy Scotton purchased this House in 1999
Why Sandy Scotton chose Gakona
We built it, we got married here, we love the mountains! You will too. Check it out, stay a week! The views from our windows are OUTSTANDING!!
What makes this House unique
You'll have tv and wi-fi, cell phone towers are near-by. There is river rafting and king salmon fishing within minutes on the Gulkana and Klutina Rivers. Just down the road is the best restaurant in the Copper Basin, the historic Carriage House. You will be on the door step of Wrangell St. Elias National Park, the largest park in the nation. We can hook you up with local deals and incredible flightseeing!
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Parties/events allowed
No smoking
Pets allowed
Children allowed
toddlers need close attention near the bluff.
Max guests:6
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
28 Reviews
Cozy and Comfy
We have lived in the area before and were familiar with the area. We were happy with the place and would like to have been able to enjoy the stove but it was too warm still. As there were only 2 of us, the privacy was not an issue, but I can see how it might be an issue with a larger family. We enjoyed the view and know it is much nicer when there is no smoke in the area. I do recommend getting to the house before dark as it would be easier to find, but we did alright with the directions!
Unbelievable getaway
We loved this remote cabin with a spectacular view. The place was finished with rly detailed touches. Loved the moose door handle and stuffed wolf! Very spacious and nicely updated for such a remote area. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Views to die for
This property is awesome.....we stayed for three nights and loved every minute of our stay. The house is an absolute dream, full of character, and perhaps a little quirkiness!
The views from out on the bluff, if you are lucky, are simply breathtaking. Thankyou so much Sandy for allowing us to share this
Stephen and Karen. UK
Great view and location for fishing the Gulkana and Klutina Rivers
Spectacular view out kitchen window...one could get lost in it. Mt Sanford and Mt Drum. Sitting on the edge of the cliff made for a nice evening with a drink. LeeAnn, the immediate contact person was like having your best friend next door. Very helpful.
Nice kitchen space. Beds were comfortable. Limited privacy for additional guest of more than 2 people. Only a shower curtain to divide space. Curtains or blinds would be nice to cover the windows, being that Alaska summers are daylight most of the time. Also a little warm upstairs even with a fan. Overall a beautiful house and it felt like home.
Awesome Views
Great views. For our activities it was a central location. Difficult to find as the directions said turn at 3 rd driveway but it's the 4 th driveway. Glad that we knew about the Alaskan flag.
Has a very definite Alaskan feel to the place.
Overall it was what we wanted. Thank you.
Did someone take down the new Shangrila signs?
Great view and location
We were a group of two adult couples. We loved the setting and the feel of the cabin. We especially enjoyed the fire pit with the amazing view of the mountains and river. This made us feel like we were in real Alaska. We loved the story of how this cabin came to be. The cabin could be improved by better kitchen/dining lighting and another loveseat or chair in the great room.
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You'll get the whole house, 3 acres of privacy, an amazing view, hammock on the bluff and all the amenities you need. The house was custom built by us, and has an open floor plan. The master bedroom faces the mountains and the stunning view! Did we already mention that? The furniture is all brand new, and the decor is totally Alaskan. You will be off the beaten path, but within striking distance of much of the greatness Alaska has to offer!
You'll have tv and wi-fi, cell phone towers are near-by. There is river rafting and king salmon fishing within minutes on the Gulkana and Klutina Rivers. Just down the road is the best restaurant in the Copper Basin, the historic Carriage House. You will be on the door step of Wrangell St. Elias National Park, the largest park in the nation. We can hook you up with local deals and incredible flightseeing!
We live 500 miles away, but our neighbors (who lived in this house for 2 years) are on the 3 acres next door, and they will be your local hosts and deal with any issues or concerns. Leann will make sure your stay is all that you hope for, and we will be available by phone or email whenever needed. She is available to greet you and offer you some opportunities to experience the "local" culture and ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible.