Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area

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A garden with red flowers, a fire pit, and a wooden bench.
A dining table with four chairs, a window above, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a small shed.
A well-maintained lawn with a small shed and a birdhouse in a forested area.
A living room with a brown sofa, a red and white patterned rug, a wooden chair, a television, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Alaska Native Heritage Center
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area

Our home is a quite peaceful area, with few neighbors. The large North facing deck over looks three private acres and allows quite morning cups of coffee, a afternoon of warm sunshine for reading your favorite book, to a lovely evening over a glass of your preferred beverage with views that will bring you peaceful moments with your loved ones.

Your will be located in an excellent location just one mile up Trunk road from the Glenn Highway and just minutes away from Hatchers Pass. You would be located just across the street from Mat-Su Community College, and a quarter a mile away from Mat-Su Regional Hospital. Our location allows you to quickly get off the grid in a quiet easy to reach location.

More then ample parking leads to your private entrance to your private 1,500 square foot of living space with two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a large living area. Your kitchenette area is fully stocked and has a large fridge with freezer, micro-wave, Keurig coffee, blender, hot and cold water dispenser, a hot plate with cooking pots and pans.

There is a a almost 300 square foot deck at your entrance, and a almost 500 square foot deck on the second floor that allows for incredible views of Hatcher's Pass. Just outside your entrance and off your deck is a propane barbecue, fire pit, and lots of cut wood.

With a private entrance, you will have a private bathroom, living room, kitchenette area, and two bedrooms.

There are many things that are available upon request that we can provide you with; We have a portable crib, toddlers bed, high chair, toys, movies and other activities for your little ones. In addition we can outfit you with all of the outdoor gear you may need to enjoy your Alaskan Experience whether to take that dream hike, go camping or on fishing trip, winter or summer we may have the gear/equipment you need!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Cats (Sorry) as owner is allergic!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1028776vb
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this holiday home is in a rural area. Colony House Museum and Alaska Live Steamers are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Alaska Railroad. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and ice skating.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 24 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Alaska Native Heritage Center - 32 min drive - 62.4 km
  • Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson - 34 min drive - 66.5 km
  • Independence Mine State Historical Park - 38 min drive - 37.5 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 10 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Millers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Little Miller's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • Tacos Cancun Mexican Grill
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area?

As of 26 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area on 26 Jan, 2027 start from S$854, 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 Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Vista Retreat, Excellent Views, Private entrance and living area located?

This family-friendly Palmer holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm, Alaska Railroad and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site. Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area and Finger Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Fred and Josette Becker

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We are life long Alaskans that have hunted, fished, camped, hiked, boated, and rode our Harley through every area of our great state. We are eager to share our love of the outdoors with you.

Why they chose this property

We are centrally located that allows you to quickly get off the grid and into a quite location with some great amenities with great views of Hatchers Pass, Twin Peaks, and Pioneer Peak.

What makes this property unique

Upon request access to a full kitchen, and laundry room.

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