Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!
Please note: There are 2 listings for this property. We like to provide flexibility for our guests.
THIS listing, and price, is for our home as a 3-bedroom 2.5 bath (3/2.5), with an additional double bed in a loft space. We wanted to add flexibility to our traveling guests to fit their needs and budgets as best as possible. So 4 beds total (a king, queen, and 2 double beds).
The other listing is for the home as a 2-bedroom 1.5 bath (2/1.5), with the additional double bed in a loft room. So 3 beds total (a queen and 2 double beds) for a reduced nightly rate. There is a maximum of 6 guests for the house in this format.
In either format, booking guests will not be sharing the house with anyone and will have the house to themselves.
We also offer a car rental to our guests for only $30 per night. It's a 2007 VW Jetta that seats 5. A good little car and much cheaper than renting locally, if you don't mind an older car. Please contact me for more info if interested. If you need 2 cars, we do have another available.
Apologies for any confusion. Contact for more info.
WELCOME TO OUR HOME!!
Located just 4.4 miles from the airport and 2.8 miles from the Mendenhall Glacier, this is our private residence that we had built in 1998. We love our home and want to share it with others while we're traveling ourselves. Our hope is that you feel at home while visiting the wonderful town of Juneau.
If you're coming to Juneau, you already know, or have heard, about the beauty, history, and adventures it holds. From our home, the Mendenhall Glacier is just 2.8 miles away. Auke Bay (fishing, whale watching tours, Hidden Peak Brewery, etc) is just 2.6 miles away. Downtown Juneau and Douglas, with all their shops and attractions, are just 13 miles away. Want a little peace and serenity, besides our front yard? Visit the Shrine of Saint Therese, which is only 13 miles away. If you want to walk a wonderful trail along the Mendenhall River, it's just 1/4 mile away. If you stay at our home, you're centrally located for all that Juneau has to offer.
About our home. It's situated on a large lot with a "tiki" deck in the front where you can sit back and relax while enjoying an early morning coffee, or a late evening drink while watching the stars. Well, not really, as it'll most likely be too light to see the stars. However, fall and winter stargazing is amazing if it's not raining.
Don't be surprised if you're visited by a bear, deer, or porcupine during your stay. We usually see quite a few each summer as the house is surrounded by woods.
Off the family room, you can enjoy a large deck (16' x 40') with a BBQ under a covered area. That way, you can BBQ rain or shine. There is a hot tub at the end of the deck. Unfortunately, it is not functional and needs to be replaced. It will not be replaced this year. We have a large open yard that is surrounded by trees and views of Mt. McGinnis. Mt. McGinnis borders the left side of the Mendenhall Glacier.
You'll have access to everything in the 2200 sq/ft house except the garage and storage pantry.
Upstairs, you'll find: - 3 bedrooms - the main bedroom with a king bed and ensuite; one bedroom with a queen Tempur-Pedic bed; and a 3rd bedroom with a double-size bed. Each room has a TV and a closet. - A "loft" area with an additional double-size bed, treadmill, and TV. - Full bathroom with tub/shower combo, sink, and toilet. - Washer and dryer.
Downstairs, you'll find: - A great room with a kitchen, family area, and dining area. - A beautiful granite countertop kitchen and pretty much everything you need to cook at home if you prefer. Oven, stove, microwave, fridge, freezer, Keurig coffee/tea maker, pots, pans, utensils, plates, etc. - There is an island and a separate bar area for seating up to 8 in the kitchen area. - A TV/family room with a TV and 2 couches, so you can sit back and relax on one side of the kitchen. - A dining area with seating for up to 8. - A half bath. - Open entry front room with two couches. Plenty of room for an air mattress if extra sleeping space is needed. - Entry closet with a variety of games to play during your stay.
If you choose to stay at our home, we think you'll come to love it as much as we do!
Please reach out if you have any questions.
If you need a car during your stay, as previously shared, we have one available for our guests for an additional fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number STR1000090
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport! on 5 Jul 2026 start from £348, 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 at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport! located?
Located in Back Loop, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Alaska Powder Descents, University of Alaska-Southeast and Auke Bay. Mendenhall Ice Caves is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Beautiful and comfortable house near mendenhall glacier and airport. Good communication with hosts and the use of the rental car was super helpful. Great kitchen to for homemade meals!
Very nice place, great views from the front of the house. The house was clean and comfortable. We were visiting family and doing some fishing. We visit at least once a year and would definitely consider renting again.
Daniel G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2025
We're glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Hopefully, fishing was a success. Please feel free to reach out next year for another stay. Thank you for choosing our home for your time in Juneau.
Absolutely a beautiful home in a great location! The Hosts were excellent in accommodating everything for our stay! Including a car on property to rent!We were able to keep all of our family in this amazing home! We were celebrating my mom’s 88 bday -who lives in Juneau, so we were able to have our Juneau family all together for meals and celebration!This is a very family friendly home! The kitchen was wonderful to cook in- all cooking amenities available! Home very clean and inviting in every way!We truly enjoyed this lovely property and our very gracious hosts!
The house was exactly as listed and hosts were spectacular to work with, making everything easy and seamless. Highly recommended from location, house layout, and amenities provided to use of cars and premium communication. Thank you!
Everything I wanted for my family.
Two very minor things.
1) the upper cabinets in the kitchen were a mystery.
2) no tissues. (I like tissues in the bedrooms and bath rooms)
Of all the places I’ve stayed. This is the one I’d keep coming back too.
Carole M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2024
I'm glad to read the house worked well for your family, and you'd come back again. You and your family were excellent guests and always welcome! Thank you for the suggestion about liking tissue in the bedrooms. Something we can definitely do for our upcoming guests. If you're referring to the upper cabinets being pretty high, that they are. When we had the kitchen remodeled, we decided to push them to the ceiling to open it up a bit, but they can be hard to reach. We do have a step stool next to the wine cooler. I'll make sure to let future guests know it's there for easier access reaching the upper cabinets. Thanks again
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