Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5 - Gateway

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81450 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Matanuska-Susitna, AK

Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
‪3 min drive‬
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
‪6 min drive‬
Mat-Su Visitors Center
‪11 min drive‬
Palmer, AK (PAQ)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5

The Villas of Upper Mesa are Glacier Suites' second location of twelve nearly-new and fully-appointed standalone private residences. Located off of a low-traffic side street just 10 minutes from the heart of downtown Palmer, each unit at Upper Mesa is constructed from ICF (insulated concrete forms) for the ultimate in comfort and quiet. The fully-furnished standalone villas each have 3-bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, radiant heated floors, a fully-stocked kitchen, storage room, ensuite laundry, charming living areas and many more upgraded amenities designed to accommodate up to 8 guests. Netflix and chill at your home away from home on our Roku-enabled TV, or keep up with business with included wifi. With quick access to everything the Mat-Su Valley offers, this villa provides a comfortable, clean and convenient private space for your Alaskan getaway.
Palmer is just 45-60 minutes northeast of Anchorage, and is a an ideal basecamp for all kinds of attractions throughout south central Alaska. While adventure & activities (like Hatcher Pass, the Reindeer Farm, Musk Ox Farm, Glacier Tours, and more!) are practically right in our backyard, we are also a great go-between for stays ranging north to Talkeetna & Denali National Park, northeast to the Matanuska Glacier & out to the Al-Can Highway, and, of course, south to the fishing & outdoor mecca that is Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
Guest accommodations at this residence include:
- 1 primary queen bedroom with ensuite full bathroom
- 1 bedroom with queen size bed
- 1 bedroom with two twin beds
- 2 additional cots stored in the twin guest room closet
*Pets welcome. Contact your host for additional information.

Property manager

Melany

Premier Host

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Pet-friendly

Parking available

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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 first aid kit

About the area

Palmer

Palmer is home to this holiday home. Colony House Museum and Alaska Live Steamers are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arkose Brewery and Palmer Golf Course. Musk Ox Farm and Reindeer Farm are also worth visiting.

Matanuska-Susitna, AK

What's nearby

Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Mat-Su Visitors Center - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
Reindeer Farm - 23 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 11 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
‪Fruitland Fresh - ‬10 min drive
‪Sophia's Cafe - ‬6 min drive
‪Little Millers Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5?

As of 10 May, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5 on 3 Jun, 2025 start from S$492.16, 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.

What time is check-in at Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Upper Mesa Villa #5, Glacier Suites - Upper Mesa Villa #5 located?

Situated in Palmer, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area. Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Cottonwood Creek Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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9.8/10

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9.8/10

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9.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

Cora B.

30 Dec, 2024

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

Excellent Property

We have everything we needed and it was a nice place to spend our holiday together as a family!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Avishai

31 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Beautiful place. Every detail in excellent condition.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noah O.

23 Jul, 2023

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

Super Clean Property!!

Very nice property, clean, yard and all amenities. Easy to find also! Will stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

6 Jul, 2024

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

Alaska trip 2024

Wonderful property, very clean and comfortable. Would recommend for any family or group of friends wanting to see a more rural Alaska but still have convinces of a larger city.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JESSICA A.

7 Sept, 2023

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

Perfect!

We have stayed here before and it was just as awesome as before! Super clean and roomy enough for all of us, the location was perfect for going into town and the fair. We will definitely be back!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Paul R.

13 Nov, 2024

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

Stay

Overall, it was good, but we needed a few items because we have eight people. The host finally brought us the things we need it.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

9 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The property was very roomy and comfortable. Very clean and we had a great time. The huge kitchen gave plenty of space for my adult children to cook my birthday breakfast. Loved it and would use it again.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

22 Oct, 2023

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

Lovely

This was exactly what we needed for our group attending AKYC. Cozy, clean & comfortable!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Hartford, WI

21 Jul, 2023

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

Fabulous place to stay!

The pictures and description does not do this place justice. It is huge, new, and super clean. The kitchen granite countertop must have been 10’ long, so we had an incredible amount of room to spread out. The location is close to everything, yet tucked back off the Hwy so is private. We loved it here!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah O.

17 Jun, 2024

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

Wonderful stay....again!

We booked this exact same unit last year at this time and it was just as clean and well maintained as last time. Quiet surroundings, no pass through traffic, right between Palmer and Wasilla so food and entertainment is close by. We attend car shows, so our custom cars were parked outside without a care in the world, lots of parking too. Would definitely recommend this owner and their properties. We are booking again in another month too!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

24 Mar, 2025

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

Spring weekend

Great place for our family. It was as described, clean and quiet.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

25 Sept, 2022

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

Lovely staycation

Our work filled trip turned into a staycation at this wonderful , clean, modern, spacious, stylish, affordable vacation home. Definitely highly recommend. We will definitely book again someday. My kids loved it too.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb B.

8 Sept, 2022

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

Palmer rental

My family stayed here for 3 days so we could attend the Alaska State Fair. The house was plenty big a very clean. It got really hot at night so that was uncomfortable even with the windows open. The kitchen was very nice but I'm glad we weren't planning on doing any cooking because there wasn't even salt and pepper let alone any other spices to cook with. There was coffee and filters which we appreciated. Overall it's a great rental right between Palmer and Wasilla.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G., Derby

2 Sept, 2022

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

Great home base!

Entire process was organized and the property was very nice. Appreciated notebook with detailed house rules and instructions. Used this as a base for exploring Anchorage area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

31 Aug, 2022

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

Brand new home.

We were please how bright, clean, yet cozy the house was. It felt like coming home.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ginger M.

30 Aug, 2022

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

Modern and clean

The concrete floors and granite countertops add to the sleek, modern feel of the Villas property. It was private, quiet, and had a nice back patio. The weather did not cooperate to enjoy much of a view, but that didn't detract from the place. The kitchen supplies were scarce, but the host brought us a cake pan when I asked about needing a pan to make cornbread, so that was super nice. The radiant heat from the floors took a while to heat the place up, but once it did, it was very comfortable. Nice accoutrements in the bathrooms.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kasandra A.

13 Aug, 2022

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

Clean, comfortable and cute! Right outside of Palmer but close enough to drive to everything! Would

Great communication and affordable! Super cute snd ckean. Definitely would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

William T.

11 Aug, 2022

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

Great Spot!

Great spacious spot! Clean and new with a surprisingly quiet stay! Comfy beds with a good location. Radiant heat as well! Our 7 felt like we had plenty of space! Recommended for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

2 Aug, 2022

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

Great Place!

This was the perfect size for our family of five. It was very well kept and clean. We enjoyed the modern feel of the place. We would highly recommend it.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

26 Jul, 2022

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

Great place to stay in Palmer

This was a great place to stay- there was plenty of room for our family of 4 and it was well maintained. We appreciated the blackout window coverings since it was light 22 hours a day :) thank you for letting us stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

23 Jul, 2022

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

Great Location and Rental.

Great Rental. Clean and well organized. Nice location. Will recommend to my family who lives in the area when they need extra room.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

jennifer t.

1 Jul, 2022

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

10 day stay

Such a nice place. Perfect for my family.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raj N.

1 Jun, 2022

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

Excellent value! Highly recommend

Melany’s home was beautiful and spacious at 1500 plus sq ft. Newer construction. Nice appliances. Host was very quick in communication by text. Home is conveniently located off Trunk road. (Easier to get in and out using Old Trunk road rather than what google suggests). We visited did day trips to Denali, Whittier, Seward. Climbed the Butte, visited Independence mines by Hatcher Pass twice! Grocery stores Fred Myers, Walmart and 3 Bears are nearby. Would definitely visit again.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam H., Marysville Wa. USA

21 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alaska Graduation

Wasn't sure if this would work for us but couldn't picked a better spot. Only draw back was a burner on stove had issues, still a great place. We will definitely stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022