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The Lookout

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The Lookout located in Homer, Alaska
Alaskan Chalet Style
Views from Almost Every Angle
Large Decks
Amazing Sunsets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Diamond Ridge, AK
  • Place, Diamond Creek State Recreation Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Baycrest Trailhead
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Rogers Loop Trailhead
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

3 King Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Lookout

Perched on a bluff with 180 deg views of Cook Inlet and Kachemak Bay. In the backdrop, Alaska’s Ring of Fire volcanos, Augustine, Iliamna, Redoubt, and Mnt. Douglas. Privacy of 2 acres of outdoor entertainment and only 2 minutes from Homer’s nightlife, fine dining, shops, and art galleries. Comfortable for parties up to 6 and cozy enough for a couples getaway. 1200 sq ft open concept home perfect for socializing and entertaining indoors or out. Breath-taking views from every room to watch ships, fishing boats, whales, eagles, and other wildlife. The home is located on a bluff, the edge is protected by fencing.
Only minutes from the Diamond Creek Trailhead and beach park. Turning left off the Sterling Highway across from Diamond Ridge Road is the access to this trail. You can park here and add a mile or so to your hike or drive down to the trailhead. The trail will lead you through the forest, alders, and tall grass meadows along the bluff before descending to the beach.

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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

Adults only

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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

Property # 1136589vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Homer

Homer is home to this chalet. Diamond Creek State Recreation Area and Anchor River State Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pratt Museum and Bunnell Street Arts Center. Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Bunnell Street Gallery are also worth visiting.
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Diamond Ridge, AK

What's nearby

  • Diamond Creek State Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Baycrest Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Rogers Loop Trailhead - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Bunnell Street Arts Center - 12 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Bishop's Beach - 12 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Duncan House Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rumps Bbq - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪River Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lookout pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lookout?

As of 2 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lookout on 20 Sept, 2026 start from S$492, 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 The Lookout?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lookout?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lookout?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lookout located?

Situated in Homer, this chalet is within 3 miles (5 km) of Diamond Creek State Recreation Area, Baycrest Trailhead and Rogers Loop Trailhead. Pratt Museum and Bunnell Street Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely a top notch place to stay. Already starting to plan the annual trip for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in this cute house. Easy check in, very clean, comfy beds and an incredible view of the inlet and surrounding mountsins. Quiet location with a beautiful yard and loved spending time on the deck enjoying the gorgeous sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an awesome home!!! We were so impressed with the view and everything was cozy and very clean. The host responded promptly throughout our stay making the experience very pleasant. This is a place we would love to stay at again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is spectacular - absolutely beautiful. All king beds and were very comfortable; the view from two of the upstairs bedrooms is equally great. Very clean, well appointed, and a convenient location to Homer. We had a comfortable 2-night stay and recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Great views

Nice property with everything we needed. Outstanding views of the bay and close to Homer. Would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Lekar

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

What a view!

We had a relaxing stay. The Lookout offers comfort and exciting views! Our hosts were very accessible and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Breathtaking

This is our new favorite place to stay in Homer. Super quiet and the scenery is breathtaking!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg k.

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

Quiet enjoyable stay near homer

The place was easy to find. Communication with the host was awesome. Location was perfect from being close to Homer and a great view of the water. We have no complaints about this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Great Views

Spent a lot of time just enjoying the views and the quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff&Melissa W.

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

Amazing!

The Lookout is an amazing place to stay while visiting the wonderful city of Homer, AK. Can't say enough about the beautiful views, great location and fantastic amenities at this fabulous house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carmel b.

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

Great Stay!

Beautiful view! Home felt private and comfortable! So nice to have a washer and dryer. Great location. But... it's all about the view!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Randy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Tho Lookout

We enjoyed the stay and it was clean.The location was great but the house could use some updating and the yard/deck maintained better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

WOW

The views are amazing. It's quiet. A great place to relax. The house is very comfortable. We would all like to come back for a longer stay just to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Beautiful views

Fantastic views of Kachemak Bay and the surrounding mountains. Perfect place for 3 couples traveling together as each couple had their own bed with a king bed. Enjoyed sitting at the table watching the boats go by. Awesome views from the bedrooms. Saw sandhill cranes in the yard
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Amazing Views and Thoughtful Touches

This location gives you a 270 degree view of the bay. The house itself was immaculately clean and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. The best VRBO rental we've ever experienced.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thank you for being wonderful guests! Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Wonderful Views

Very comfortable home, nice appliances and artistic touches. But of course the views are everything. Whether outside on the deck, inside in the bedrooms, or just sitting at the kitchen table, the views are fantastic. Sunrises, sunsets, and eagles in between. Unforgettable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel Q.

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

Beautiful home

Our stay was amazing. The home was well kept and clean. There was an issue with the electrical down stairs. A lot of lights and outlets were not workin - we did notified the owner. Other than that the stay was beyond what we expected. The views cannot be matched. We’re planing on coming back in a year or two and I will definitely look into staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug, 2023
Hi there. The issue with the electrical was a GFCI outlet had tripped. GFCI outlets are placed in kitchens and areas or water for safety and are in all homes by code. When they trip, they shutdown power to the entire circuit. A simple reset would have solved the problem. I apologize for not understanding the scope of your complaint or I would have advised you at the time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Amazing

A little mix up on the address and ended up in the wrong house but that was quickly resolved. Lauren is an amazing host. We had issues with the water our first day and lauren was on it right away, she even provided a case and 6 gallons of drinking water. The property had amazing veiws. The only bad was the dining room window, the 10 pm sun shines right in your face while sitting on the couch, even with the pull down tinted shade. We will definitely rent this property again when we are ready to visit the Homer area again
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lauran and her home are truly amazing! She’s very responsive to messages and she cares about her guests and their experience! The views are spectacular from inside and outside the home! We saw a bald eagle and Mt. Redoubt from the deck. Mosquitos were non existent as we were able to enjoy bbq’ing, socializing, and a nice fire in the back yard. Be sure to bring firewood! Lauran has a lot covered: matches, binoculars, bear spray, even a Bluetooth speaker! I’d definitely rent Lauran’s place again! Her home is located 10-15 min from Homer and is in a nice neighborhood. I always felt safe!
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew & La Verne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

LOOKOUT A NICE COZY HOME

Lookout is a nice cozy 2 level home. It has all the amenities you need to relax while in Homer Alaska area. The view is great, with the exception of windows needing cleaned and perhaps a sir the seals leak to get a clear view …the sun peeping in keeps the cabin warm n cozy. If you like storms this home is for you…the view of the various mountains and bay is beautiful. Moose like to roam the yard and if the weather permits you can have a fire outside in the lovely pit area. The host is very easy to reach and stay in contact with before and during your stay. Like any home that’s notes you can find things that may be a negative, but really this home satisfies our needs and was a delight to find and have the opportunity to stay in. The host has a cooler, boots, bbq and other amenities if you go fishing or out about to use. We would reserve this home agin if the need arises to be in Homer again. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Nice house, but not what was expected

We enjoyed the home, but had concerns with some of the amenities. Due to the unseasonably hot summer the house was very difficult to keep ventilated. There was no screens in the windows so when opening we had to be extra cautious with the kiddos, and could not keep the bugs out. All the flowering trees attracted bees so it was a challenge. Also, the neighbors dogs jumped in and out of the downstairs windows. We would rate the cleanliness at a two as there were bugs in all the window sills and cobwebs throughout the upstairs. The online description was misleading as it pertained to community involvement. We thought we would be much closer to the downtown area. The description stated it was 2 minutes away; it is more a 15 minute drive. Also, the picture shows a rocky beach where we thought we would have beach access, and sadly this was not the case. Concluding thoughts, the house has beautiful views and maybe the above concerns would be different on a cold Alaskan day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
In two years of hosting the Lookout this is the only negative review we have ever received. Sorry you didn’t like it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

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

Awesome!

What a great place to stay! The views and house are fabulous! I would defiantly stay again and recommend anyone to stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

The Lookout

The house was fantastic and the view was exceptional!! Very clean and fully stocked. We had a wonderful time. I would book it again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Heaven on Earth!

The Lookout exceeded our expectations! The house is so well stocked and equipped with everything you could need. Bedrooms are amazingly comfortable, black out blinds are truly appreciated!! The deck was such a great place to gather and relax. The grounds were beautifully maintained and bursting with colors of the season and last but of course not last, the views were magnificent!! On a clear day we could see 5 volcanoes!! Great location close to Homer and the spit but far enough away from all the distractions. The Lookout is a magical location, we will cherish those memories forever.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lauran

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Originally from Denver, Colorado I moved to rural Alaska at age 16. I worked summers for several BnBs and Hotels in Denali National Park, learning the art of hospitality from top to bottom. Two years ago, while working as a professional in Oil and Gas, I began dreaming of building my Vacation Rental empire with uniquely, epic Alaskan experiences focused on outstanding hospitality.

I love the outdoors, travel, and adventure and these hobbies greatly influence my properties. My favorite thing about choosing to stay in vacation homes while traveling is the feeling of being apart of the community you are visiting. As a child and even today, my most cherished memories are trips taken with friends and family. I am passionate about hospitality and the role it plays in hosting memorable experiences for others.

I have lived in Alaska for nearly 25 years and together with my two boys, enjoy exploring the State. If you want to explore Alaska, I can give you all the best insider tips and advice.

Welcome to Alaska!

Lauran, Gabriel, Liam, and Astro (The Iditarod Dog)

Why they chose this property

I purchased this property after an amazing visit to Homer. I lover Homer, Alaska. There are so many fun activities: fat tire biking on the beach, cute shops and amazing fine dining. This particular property resonated with us because it feels amazingly tranquil and has "it all". 2 acres of privacy only minutes from town. We love spending time here and use it as a get away from Anchorage.

What makes this property unique

This property was designed to take in as much of the expansive views as possible and boy they are spectacular! Whether you decide to take the views in from the large wrap-around deck or from any room inside the home, there is always something spectacular happening!

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