House in Gakona, AK

Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View

Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View

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Shangri-La
Front on House
View from the kitchen window
downstairs sitting area and wood stove
Private kitchen

Overview of Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Gakona, AK
  • Popular LocationDry Creek State Recreation Site15 min drive
  • Popular LocationKluane/Wrangell-St Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek23 min drive
  • AirportCopper Center Airport (CZC)33 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View

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!

Property manager

Sandy Scotton
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Toddlers need close attention near the bluff.

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Gakona

Located in Gakona, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Dry Creek State Recreation Site. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dry Creek State Recreation Site - 15 min drive
  • Kluane/Wrangell-St Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carriage House Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Trappers Den Tavern - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Perched on a high bluff over the Copper River, with an Awesome Mountain View located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Dry Creek State Recreation Site. Kluane/Wrangell-St Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek and Wrangell‐St. Elias National Park Visitor Center are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shangra la didn’t disappoint
This cabin is more like a house. Very comfortable, nicely stocked kitchen, washer and dryer! What more could you ask for? Beautiful location with animals in the area and a stunning northern light display on our last morning. Perfect! We were even welcomed by a sweet friendly cat. ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

3/5 Okay

Kirk And Tara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Unsafe but beautiful
The view is amazing, the owner is responsive and the property is well located. This is the end of the positives. The foundation is sinking to the point there are significant warps to the building. I measured the floor angle and found a 1-3% angle depending on where you were in the house. That means a drop of roughly four inches over 20 feet when a safe house has only a 1/2 inch variation over the same distance. This was not put in the listing despite the property owner knowing about it. Upstairs wobbles and feels unsafe. The slant of the floors results in visible gaps where the floor meets the walls. Mice in the walls were loud at night and were located in the wall by the main bedroom’s headboard. A local cat is aware and frequently tries to get into the house to hunt. We saw her successfully get a mouse in the garage. No battery for the smoke detector. I would not recommend the house until the foundation is fixed. If these issues were fixed, or at least disclosed, I would feel more comfortable recommending this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

DANNY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
This property was great and has an unbelievable view. Very secluded and quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

4/5 Good

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view!
We enjoyed our stay. The view was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Drake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time!
Enjoyed our stay very much! Beautiful views! House was wonderful. Had everything we needed. Enjoyed meeting our host when we checked in. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Scotton

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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!

Why they chose this property

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 property 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!

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