10/10 Excellent
Boyd B.
30 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boyd B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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MINUTES OFF PARKS HWY / RIVERFRONT ON 27 ACRES / WILLOW CREEK INN
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 21000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Willow, AK
- Nancy Lakes Recreation Area
- Willow Lake16 min drive
- Willow Creek State Recreation Area21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
MINUTES OFF PARKS HWY / RIVERFRONT ON 27 ACRES / WILLOW CREEK INN
5 miles off Parks Hwy. Roads paved all the way & State maintained in winter. Located in foothills of Talkeetna Mtns in beautiful Susitna Valley. Many outdoor opportunities available close by... Willow’s centrally located to many popular & scenic places with hiking trails: Hatcher Pass State Recreation area(road over the Pass opens around beginning of July & closes in Oct), Independence Historic Mine, Nancy Lake State Recreation Park, Matanuska Glacier, Denali National Park. Surrounded by Talkeetna Mountains(east) & the Alaska Range(west & north).
* Willow Creek has rainbow, steelhead trout & arctic grayling. River in front of the rental is spawning ground for silver & king salmon. Recommendation: go with a local fishing guide unless experienced at fly-fishing. Fish for salmon as close as the confluence of Willow & Deception Creeks, 3 miles downstream from rental. Many streams crossing Parks Hwy are popular fishing spots.
* House on 27 acres of boreal forest sitting high over river. Vaulted ceilings, oak floors, large screened windows throughout, nicely furnished, cedar exterior siding.
*Beautiful view of the winding rapids. Long set of stairs & rooted trail to river bank.
*Animals in this area: river otter, lynx, moose, brown & black bear, eagles.
*Re-start of world famous Iditarod Sled-Dog Race is 7 miles from the rental on Willow Lake by community center, library & museum.
*Winter months you might view Northern Lights. Renters enjoy cross country skiing, snow shoeing & snow-machining. Snowmachine trail leading into Hatcher Pass is minutes away.
*Towns south of Willow: Houston, Big Lake, Meadow Lakes, Wasilla & Palmer. North: Talkeetna, Sunshine, Trapper Creek & Denali.
*People from every state and around the world have stayed, enjoying the peacefulness of this river-front property.
*
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
*Property’s kept wild, no lawns or flower beds. Wildflowers abound.
*No black-out curtains. Sensitive to the long light of Alaska summers? …bring eye covers. All windows have blinds.
*This is an adults only rental. Maximum occupancy: 2 adults
*Maximum # of nights that guests can stay is 14 nights. We do not rent any more than 2 weeks for any stay or renter in one calendar year season.
*River’s change course from time to time. Sometime’s there’s a beach, sometime’s there isn’t. Some of our photos show when there is a beach, some show when there is no beach. That is just the way of a wild river.
*No check-ins after 11pm
*For all other info…Check AMENITIES Section.
*Owners live on property in separate house. Rental and owner’s house have separate driveways.
Keywords: House on river, private, 27 acres, wooded, easily accessible
* Willow Creek has rainbow, steelhead trout & arctic grayling. River in front of the rental is spawning ground for silver & king salmon. Recommendation: go with a local fishing guide unless experienced at fly-fishing. Fish for salmon as close as the confluence of Willow & Deception Creeks, 3 miles downstream from rental. Many streams crossing Parks Hwy are popular fishing spots.
* House on 27 acres of boreal forest sitting high over river. Vaulted ceilings, oak floors, large screened windows throughout, nicely furnished, cedar exterior siding.
*Beautiful view of the winding rapids. Long set of stairs & rooted trail to river bank.
*Animals in this area: river otter, lynx, moose, brown & black bear, eagles.
*Re-start of world famous Iditarod Sled-Dog Race is 7 miles from the rental on Willow Lake by community center, library & museum.
*Winter months you might view Northern Lights. Renters enjoy cross country skiing, snow shoeing & snow-machining. Snowmachine trail leading into Hatcher Pass is minutes away.
*Towns south of Willow: Houston, Big Lake, Meadow Lakes, Wasilla & Palmer. North: Talkeetna, Sunshine, Trapper Creek & Denali.
*People from every state and around the world have stayed, enjoying the peacefulness of this river-front property.
*
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
*Property’s kept wild, no lawns or flower beds. Wildflowers abound.
*No black-out curtains. Sensitive to the long light of Alaska summers? …bring eye covers. All windows have blinds.
*This is an adults only rental. Maximum occupancy: 2 adults
*Maximum # of nights that guests can stay is 14 nights. We do not rent any more than 2 weeks for any stay or renter in one calendar year season.
*River’s change course from time to time. Sometime’s there’s a beach, sometime’s there isn’t. Some of our photos show when there is a beach, some show when there is no beach. That is just the way of a wild river.
*No check-ins after 11pm
*For all other info…Check AMENITIES Section.
*Owners live on property in separate house. Rental and owner’s house have separate driveways.
Keywords: House on river, private, 27 acres, wooded, easily accessible
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Check in after 3:00 PM
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About the area
Willow
Located in Willow, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Willow Creek Studio, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hatcher Pass Management Area and Willow Lake. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Willow, AK
What's nearby
- Willow Lake - 16 min drive - 11.5 km
- Gene Lake - 20 min drive - 11.6 km
- Willow Creek State Recreation Area - 21 min drive - 12.9 km
- Long Lake - 22 min drive - 15.1 km
- Hatcher Pass Management Area - 47 min drive - 26.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Roni's Chinook Deli and Pizza - 16 min drive
- Trailside Cafe - 15 min drive
- Willow Trading Post - 15 min drive
- Willow Trading Post - 15 min drive
- EAGLE Quest Cabins & Lodge - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
MaryJo L.
24 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MaryJo L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
23 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with excellent host
Jennifer M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
David H.
21 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solitude
David H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
28 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin by the Creek
Linda S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lorne H.
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Willow creek Inn cabin
Lorne H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sami W.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cabin ever!
Sami W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Diana C.
16 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place would stay again
Diana C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Casey M.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Trip
Casey M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
9 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Amy H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert N.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Willow vacation
Robert N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric S., Maryland
29 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, beautiful house, gracious hosts!
Eric S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
LInda S.
4 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway.
LInda S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
joe m.
25 Sept 2015
willow creek inn
joe m.
10/10 Excellent
Marti M.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin by flowing stream
Marti M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bri M.
29 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Bri M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
JENNIFER P.
15 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
JENNIFER P.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
26 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Cabin in Amazing Setting!
Paul S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Perry L.
24 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
Perry L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
matt n.
13 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean. Quiet. Scenic. Enjoyed.
matt n.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Heidi H., KENAI
22 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden beauty
Heidi H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
james z.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in beautiful setting
james z.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jerissa V.
28 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin!
Jerissa V.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca R.
2 Jul 2016
Wonderful getaway!
Rebecca R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
10/10 Excellent
colleen l.
17 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Probably the best VRBO that I have stayed in here in Alaska. Hard to beat.
colleen l.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Paul & Ginny
Willow Creek Inn has WiFi.
Just minutes off the Parks Hwy on paved, state maintained road, this is a beautiful and mountainous area. Home to many rivers, lakes and much wildlife. This 27 acres was purchased in 2005, knowing well it would be the perfect place for a wonderful vacation get-away because of the unique & wild beauty of the riverfront. Construction of Willow Creek Inn began in 2006 and was open for rental in 2007. People from all over the U.S. and the world have enjoyed this wonderful riverfront property.
Just minutes off the Parks Hwy on paved, state maintained road, this is a beautiful and mountainous area. Home to many rivers, lakes and much wildlife. This 27 acres was purchased in 2005, knowing well it would be the perfect place for a wonderful vacation get-away because of the unique & wild beauty of the riverfront. Construction of Willow Creek Inn began in 2006 and was open for rental in 2007. People from all over the U.S. and the world have enjoyed this wonderful riverfront property.
Why they chose this property
This is gateway to Hatcher Pass State Recreational Area. WILLOW CREEK INN is centrally located to other areas popular with visitors. There's many things to do in Willow if you love the outdoors, love to fish or just enjoy scenic beauty & wildlife.
What makes this property unique
WILLOW CREEK INN is private. The river is 75 feet from the rental and the sound of the water is soothing. This portion of the river is not accessible for motorized boats, but a favorite for rafters & kayakers. Guests have spotted and/or photographed a variety of wildlife on the property. The river’s edge is accessible by foot. Great fly-fishing for rainbow/steelhead trout. If you are an experienced fly fisherman with the right outfitting there are gravel bars you can access for fishing. Willow has excellent fishing guides who will take you down the river in a raft. In the winter, snow-machiners use the 'old military trail' to gain access into Hatcher Pass. Winter renters also enjoy viewing the Northern Lights on cold clear nights in the Northern Sky.
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