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Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Place, Eveline State Recreation Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Homer Spit
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Homer Harbor
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat

Escape to a relaxed setting with views that inspire awe and wonder. Large cedar house with unobstructed views of Kachemak Bay, the Kenai Mountain Range and three of its glaciers.
Lie in bed and just soak up the natural beauty as the sun rises over the snow-capped mountains. Enjoy an evening fire outside while watching the moose, eagles, and cranes at play. Nestle in front of the two-sided fireplace after a day on the water catching barn-door- sized halibut. Delight in watching family play games in the large yard naturally landscaped with wildflowers. Grill the catch of the day on the back deck, making toasts to the spectacular memories made in Homer, Alaska.
Freezer space available.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

About the area

Homer

Located in Homer, this holiday home is in the mountains. Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pratt Museum and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center. Bunnell Street Arts Center and Bunnell Street Gallery are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Eveline State Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 24 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Bishop's Beach - 24 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Homer Spit - 25 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Homer Harbor - 32 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Homestead Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪A Drop In The Pond - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aurora JEWEL: SERENE with panoramic STUNNING VIEWS, delightful FAMILY retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Eveline State Recreation Area and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Kilcher Homestead. Kachemak Bay State Park and Homer Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 71 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

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

Wonderful stay

This is one of the nicest vacation homes that I've ever stayed in. I could truly tell that the owners wanted our stay to be perfect, and it was for my entire family. The location and view can't be beat. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Spectacular location and views!

Beautiful, excellent, wonderful in every way.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doyce W.

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

Amazingly Beautiful

Quiet, one of a kind, beautiful, seren, awesome communication. Had a special family stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy. Check in great communication with the host. House was amazing. Plenty of room for all of us and everything we needed.. the views were incredible. Definitely will come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy j.

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

Cozy home away from home

Clean home with great space for larger group. Room for 4 couples with private bathrooms. The view is beyond description. BREATHTAKING! Hosts are very accomodating and available whenever you need them.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful and spacious house has a great and large yard, and views that can’t be beat. With welcoming and friendly hosts, Aurora Jewel is - sorry for the pun- a gem. We loved this house even though 15 miles outside Homer, although an easy drive. Waking up in the morning to see the view of the glacier and mountains in Kenai, and enjoying a fire and roasting marshmallows with the same view at night made this stay one of our all time favorites.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Wonderful

Wonderful place. Amazing views. Great and communicative hosts. Best vacation rental in the Homer area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan B.

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

The best place in Homer

Can’t get better views or better hosts! The house really is a “Jewel”. Will come again and will recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such an amazing time! The house is beautiful and honors the history of the area. The host was absolutely AMAZING making sure we had everything we needed to make our satay comfortable (as it is a short drive back to town). We were on a long trip covering 2200 miles of the state in 7 days and by the time we got to Homer we were ready to be "at the end of the road" and relax watching the glaciers and the bay. We couldn't have asked for a better location or better hosts. Thank you for making our son's graduation trip so memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

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

Location, Location, Location

Beautiful accommodations and location for our stay with family. Home has everything you could ask for. Hope to return again soon. Thank you Kath & Rich!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramiro S.

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

Outstanding place

Al! my family really enjoy our stay in Aurora Jewel in Homer, beautiful place with an amazing view of the bay
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Aurora Jewel

The Aurora Jewel was an amazing place to stay for a family of 6. Everyone had their own space, the views were amazing and our hosts Kath and Rich were attentive. I would highly recommend this property if you are planning to spend any time in Homer, Alaska.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K E.

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

Great Place!

We loved our stay in Homer! Kathy and Richard were great host. We enjoyed seeing the moose in the yard. Even though the weather wasn’t great we truly enjoyed our time at Aurora Jewel!! We would love to come back and stay in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Peaceful Space with a Beautiful View

The Aurora Jewel was a wonderful space for our family of five. We enjoyed the mountain, glacier and bay views immensly. We saw moose walk through the property a couple of times. The home is cozy but spacious enough for everyone to relax.The location is perfect for exploring the Homer area without staying in the more busy commercial harbor area.The hosts are outstanding and went above and beyond their duties to accomodate us during our stay!We would not hesitate to book this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Amazing views of the mountains, glaciers and bay!

This home was spectacular! The big windows gave stunning views of the mountains, glaciers and bay! Very well stocked and clean. Comfy beds and everything you could ask for. The hosts were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlin C.

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

Great stay

This is hands down the cleanest place we’ve ever stayed at! Kathy & Rich were awesome to deal with!!! The view is absolutely stunning! Will definitely stay here again if we ever go back to Homer! Saw cow/ calf moose and bear from the cabin!! Easy access from the highway!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

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

A Little Bit of Paradise

We enjoyed our stay at Fitz Creek. The house was in a perfect location just a short distance from Homer. The view was incredible! Our host Katherine was amazing and very helpful. She met us when we arrived and gave us great information about the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Breathtaking views

We had a great time in Homer and our stay at Aurora Jewel. Aside from the breathtaking views, the home was clean, well kept and conveniently located to Homer. Kathy & Rich were great hosts and a wealth of information of the area, if you need advice they're more than happy to help! Thank you for making your wonderful home available for us to stay in!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

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

Anazing home and vacation

Pefect house for a family of 8 -12. Had moose in our back yout. We had the most amazing few. It was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and beautiful views

Nice property with fabulous views. Spacious. Accommodated our group of 9 no problem. Need to be able to do at least one flight of stairs (entrance to the house).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob Karen L.

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

Wonderful quiet property

This was a property in a rural community with an incredible view of mountains, glaciers and Kachemak Bay. We loved the coziness of the home with the wonderful fireplace and unlimited firewood, that we used a lot. Well stocked kitchen and very comfortable beds made it a great stay for our family group of grandma & grandpa, mom & dad and 3 teen-aged kids. The main floor bedroom was a bonus for grandma & grandpa. The hosts were incredibly helpful & available. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RENEE Z.

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

Family Fishing Tip

It was a great house and fit our needs really well. Cousins and their spouse's over 60 getting together for a week of fishing. House was very comfortable and because of the cool rainy weather, it was nice having a fire in the fireplace. Thanks again for everything. We all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky N.

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

Wyoming Six

We are three brothers and their wives. The Aurora Jewel was the perfect final stay in our Alaska vacation. Each couple had their own private space with plenty of other space where we could be together! The view to the mountains and water were more than spectacular!! Sitting on the front porch was our favorite!! Kath and Rich were so welcoming and full of information for us! If you are looking to stay in Homer, don't miss out on this gem!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

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

Our Home Away from Home in Homer

The Aurora Jewel was absolutely great. The home is large and spacious with one of the best views in the Homer area. The house is just spectacular. The surrounding lawn and outside area are large and very well maintained. The hosts, Kathy and Rich, are very welcoming and will provide area information that you will be interested checking out. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely book this home again when in Homer, Alaska. Great home, great view and outstanding hosts!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya H.

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

Amazing Stay!!

We had a great stay at the Aurora Jewel!! The views are absolutely stunning and we had everything we needed for our party of 5. The table was perfect for playing games while enjoying the long days and gorgeous views. The beds were so comfortable! We saw a moose on several occasions and a pheasant (I believe it was). It was a perfect location to enjoy Homer during day and family time at night. The hosts are wonderful and wanted to make sure we had everything we needed and we felt very welcomed. We will always look to stay at the Aurora Jewel when in Homer! Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kath and Rich

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Former owners of a Bed & Breakfast, we have thoroughly enjoyed sharing our Alaskan adventures with our guests. In this new venture, we offer all the hospitality of a B&B but with the privacy and independence of a vacation rental. We are nearby to accommodate your needs but do not live on site. We work in the teaching and construction professions, finding joy in the building of dreams and futures. Our other passions include fishing, biking, skiing, hiking, gardening, travel, and family.

Why they chose this property

Homer is a microcosm of all the best of Alaska: mountains, glaciers, the ocean, wildlife, fishing, adventure!

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location.
Quiet setting with stunning panoramic views of the glaciated Kenai Mountain range and the sapphire-blue waters of Kachemak Bay.
House is cedar, spacious, and ready to make you feel at home in Homer. space includes over 3 acres... fire pit overlooks incredible view...
Fireweed, moose, sandhill cranes, eagles, ... and, ah, peace and quiet. Serenely magnificent.

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