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Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town!

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A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of a street and trees.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A house with a covered patio, a trash bin, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A bar area with three chairs and a view of a lake and mountains through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden

    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Sitka Pioneer Home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Sitka, AK
  • Place, Sheet'ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Tribal Community House
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sitka Pioneer Home
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Baranof Castle State Historical Site
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sitka, AK (SIT)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town!

The Hemlock House is a newly remodeled home with beautiful views overlooking Swan Lake with the pristine Sister's Mountains in the background. The house sits on a large lot giving visitors privacy, while still having room to enjoy all the outdoor time you want! The Hemlock House is centrally located in town with restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, activities and more located within walking distance. The location is so ideal that many will find it easy to get around without renting a car. The single story home has two bedrooms both with queen size beds. The spacious living room also has a trundle couch, allowing for two twins or one queen size sleeping setup. There are two large bathrooms as well as a washer and dryer in the hallway. The kitchen is fully stocked and the outdoor patio has a BBQ a seating area for six.



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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

Pets allowed

Please ask owner for details

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 969421vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Sitka

Located in Sitka, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Halibut Point State Recreation Site and Old Sitka State Historical Park, while Sitka Historical Society and Museum and Russian Bishop's House are cultural highlights. Sheet'ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Tribal Community House and Magoun Islands State Marine Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Sitka, AK

What's nearby

  • Sheet'ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Tribal Community House - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sitka Pioneer Home - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Baranof Castle State Historical Site - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castle Hill - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sitka National Historical Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sitka, AK (SIT) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sitka Pel’meni - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ernie's Old Time Saloon - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bayview Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mean Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Highliner Coffee - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hemlock House - Beautiful Home with the best location in town! located?

Located in the heart of Sitka, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Swan Lake, Moller Park and Turnaround Park. Sitka Pioneer Home and St. Michael's Cathedral are also within 10 minutes.

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. 70 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house! Great location! Beautiful home with a mountain and lake view!

Wonderful! Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for the kind words. We are happy you had a good stay!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean, quiet, spacious.

Excellent renovations, tasteful decor. Paula was quick to communicate and make our stay easy in little ways. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Hey Jeremy, Glad to hear your stay was good. Happy travels and hope to see you again! Thank you for your business! Paula
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Scenic and close to town

This is a perfect location for town events. The views of the mountains and lake were spectacular. It is close to a road, but due to the quality windows you rarely hear cars. Cute update and everything you need. There are no steps, perfect for families too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
Thank you for the kind words. We are happy your stay was a pleasant one. We hope to see you again! Paula and Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded expectations!

Our family of 4, including a 12 and 10 year old, had a fantastic 8-night stay at the Hemlock House. The house exceeded our expectations. The location was perfect, the newly remodeled design was clean and inviting, and the inclusion of a SUV was invaluable for getting to and from the airport and to hiking trails around Sitka. We hope to return to Sitka for more fishing and outdoor adventures and would love to call the Hemlock House our headquarters on future visits. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2021
Thank you for the lovely review. So happy to hear the house worked so well for you. We appreciate your business! Fondly, Paula and Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome time in Sitka

Our family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed our time in Sitka for a recent 4-day weekend. The location of the home allows for a 5-10 minute walk to shops, coffee and the heart of Sitka. Also about 2-3 blocks from a nice grocery/liquor store. The home was extremely well done when previously renovated, rooms were of nice size, appointed well, living room had plenty of seating. Home looked new and well maintained. Grille and outdoor seating were also welcomed additions. Check-in/out process was simple & easy. Can't say enough good about the house. Loved the town of Sitka and really enjoyed the accommodations, thank you again. Brent & Cari - Eagle River, AK
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2021
Oh my, thank you for all the lovely comments. We are tickled that you had a good stay and the house worked well for you. Thank you for the stay and the kind words. We truly appreciate both! Sincerely, Paula and Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy house with beautiful view

Hemlock House was perfect for my stay in Sitka. The house is cozy, beautifully updated and well appointed. Great view of the lake and mountains. Easy ride or walk to town. Nice backyard for children to play. I enjoyed the covered outside patio and backyard deck for morning tea. Paula and Steve were wonderful hosts. Thank you for sharing Hemlock House and the use of a vehicle for my entire stay, which was a great surprise and beyond useful for carting groceries and the grandkids.
Stayed 40 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2021
Thank you so much for such kind words. And boy you went over and above to leave the house in such pristine condition. Thank you so very much. So happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Hemlock House - Alaskan Adventure

Adorable property, close to town, groceries, marina and more. Clean, well stocked, accomodating furnishings and seating for the whole family. Host/Hostess VERY accomodating w/ car arrangments for us to have the car upon arrival and we were able to leave it at the airport at departure. They even provided a dog crate for an unexpected granddog that came along the trip! Highly recommend, we felt right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2021
Thank you for all the kinds words. We are proud of our little home and especially pleased to hear you felt at home. That is wonderful and truly appreciate your great feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hemlock House

This was the second time we stayed at Hemlock House. Both stays were wonderful. The owners Paula and Steve are easy to work with. The view of Swan Lake is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

The house is lovely and very comfortable! Had everything we needed and then some. I love the wall of windows looking out at the lake and mountains. Fabulous! Having the use of the vehicle was a nice bonus. Owners are great to work with. Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
We are so happy to hear the house worked well for you and you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate all the kind words and are grateful for your business. Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hemlock House Happiness!

What a wonderful experience at Hemlock House! We spent 9 nights in this well-stocked, very clean property. We were two older couples, but I can see this as a place for all ages. The house is very well located for walking to downtown Sitka and Totem Park. The car provided with the house allows one to venture out and explore Starrigavan, Whale Park, the bear sanctuary, the Raptor Center, and much more. We enjoyed the beautiful view of Swan Lake in this quiet neighborhood. Thanks, Paula and Steve, for making our stay so enjoyable.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2021
Oh so happy to hear you enjoyed the house. We take pride in our little home and your comments are truly appreciated! Thanks for you stay and kindness. Paula and Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

The house had a great view and the location was ideal for our trip. The host was great at responding to my questions and very accommodating. I would definitely stay at this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2021
Thank you so much for the kind words. We are happy and grateful you had a pleasant experience at the Hemlock House. We are proud of our cozy house and truly appreciate your stay! Thanks again, Paula and Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and home

Beautiful hone that definitely fit our needs. Thanks for the use of the car a plus for sure.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home - So comfortable, convenient, just minutes to everything

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hemlock house, taking in the view of Swan lake with the snow-capped mountains in the background, having a covered patio, and open deck/lawn area, ...beds were super comfortable (even the trundle bed!), place was very clean, full size w/d, ...amidst tasteful & practical decor. Having the car as part of the package was extremely handy. So many thoughtful provisions considered - even bear spray! Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2021
Thank your for the wonderful review. Happy to hear the house worked well for you. Thank you for your great care and effort to leave the house in such good shape. Truly appreciated. Fondly, Paula and Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Sitka Favorite

Quiet, Clean & Well Equipped
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2021
So happy it worked well for you. I appreciate you taking the time for the kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property

Very nice house centrally located.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful!

We had an great time there visiting family, Paula and Steve were wonderful.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location, Beautiful Property!

We spent several weeks in Sitka visiting family and welcoming our newest little family member. Paula and Steve were amazing hosts. The property is immaculate and is extremely well stocked. We were able to host our Sitka family members for dinner and had every kitchen item we could possibly need for both cooking and baking. We can’t wait for our next visit and the opportunity to enjoy this perfect spot!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2021
Awe, so happy to hear you enjoyed the house. We look forward to having you again especially since you left the place so clean and cared for. Thank you-Thank YOU!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We were visiting family for Thanksgiving and the house was great for us.

The house was wonderful and has a great view.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hemlock House Delivers

Had a great stay with friends and family here. Very clean, nice floor plan. Use of vehicle was bonus and within 2-4 minutes of just about everything. Will return and be happy to stay again. Very nice and attentive property managers.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2020
Awesome! We are grateful for your business and look forward to seeing you again. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean & Well-Decorated Home Close to Downtown

This was an ideal spot for our family of four. We traveled to Sitka for a short break from the boredom of the pandemic. A lot of places in town were closed, so we spent more time than we normally would have in the house. It was a comfortable and fun place to nest. The kids enjoyed playing in the yard and we enjoyed watching a movie and a bottle of wine when they were asleep! We cooked several meals in the home - the kitchen was well-stocked and everything was very clean. Steve & Paula did a great job responding to our needs and answering questions. One of the best features about this property is that it came with a vehicle. You really don't need one in a town the size of Sitka, but it made it super convenient when we needed to get around. We will be back to Sitka in the near future and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sitka Stay

My kids and I had a great 3 week stay in Sitka. The house was perfect for our family, had all the amenities and the location is awesome - everything in Sitka was accesible by walking - and the added convenience of having a car during our stay was also a real plus for getting groceries and accessing some great hikes. Paula and Steve were great to work with and communication was quick and easy. We will rent the Hemlock house again during our next visit.
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2020
Oh so very good to hear. We are happy you had a good stay and look forward to making your next one even better!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip of a lifetime

We were a family of 5 in Sitka for a week long stay at the end of August. Such a cute, wonderfully redone, wonderfully decorated home away from home! The view our back was beautiful! We had everything we needed to make it extremely comfortable. We walked into town most days but the added bonus of the car took us to 3 different hiking trails and beyond! Communication with Paula and Steve was a breeze. Would not hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and Convenient!

We stayed here for several days prior to leaving on a cruise so we could experience Sitka. So convenient to town - truly within walking distance. Very nicely renovated, spacious, and quiet. The use of the car was GREAT for visiting the sights out of town. Homeowner couldn’t have been more accommodating and helpful. Would stay here again in a heartbeat..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay in Sitka

Our stay at the Hemlock house was perfect. It is a beautiful bright house with comfortable beds and furnishings. The kitchen was exceptional. The view from the patio is wonderful. We have stayed at many VRBO houses in the past, but this once surpassed all others. We appreciated use of the car and the flexibility with our check-in time. Someday we hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything You Need and More!

This amazing property is not only very clean and tastefully decorated; the owners have thought of EVERYTHING a traveler might need. We were overwhelmed at how well-appointed it was! The beds are comfy, and the linens and towels very nice. The big bonus was having the use of a car that came with the rental. If there were a 20-star rating, this place would deserve it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Steve Clayton

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My name is Ali Clayton and I was born and raised in Sitka, Alaska. I have over ten years in the tourism industry, which has led me to some great experiences and opportunities. I currently operate another short-term rental, The Kerr Cedar House - (715757), which was my late grandparents home, and enjoy the opportunity to not only meet new people, but connect with visitors so their experience is truly a one-of-a-kind. There is never a request that I wont give my best, so don't hesitate to reach out!

I purchased The Hemlock House in May of 2016 and together my family and I remodeled the house to the cozy and comfortable home it is in now. My Dad is a general contractor, and has been building in Sitka for over 35 years. Without his amazing experience and talent, the house wouldn't be the high quality product it is now. The home's beautiful design and touches came from the help of my Mom, who although you would think is an interior designer, works at the school district. I even need to give credit to my younger brother who stepped in and helped; from pulling nails to hanging sheet rock. This project was definitely a fun experience with my family and I could not have done it without them.

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