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Hyer Mountain Vista-Chugiak Bungalow

Holiday home in Palmer

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Palmer, AK
  • Place, Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Reindeer Farm
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Hyer Mountain Vista-Chugiak Bungalow

Escape to the enchanting wilderness of Alaska and experience the perfect romantic getaway in our charming mountain bungalow. This intimate retreat is designed for two, offering a peaceful haven amidst the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding mountains.



Accommodation:

The bungalow features a comfortable and inviting space, perfect for a couple seeking tranquility and seclusion. Unwind in the cozy living area or snuggle up together to take in the panoramic views of the majestic mountains through large picture windows.



Kitchenette:

Prepare delightful meals for two in the well-equipped kitchenette. It comes complete with essential appliances and utensils, allowing you to cook and savor your favorite dishes while enjoying the stunning natural backdrop just outside.



Bathroom:

The bungalow boasts a modern and private bathroom, providing all the amenities you need to freshen up after a day of exploring the Alaskan wilderness.



Outdoor Space:

Step outside to your outdoor area, where you can immerse yourselves in the serenity of nature. Sip your morning coffee on the patio while witnessing the breathtaking sunrise over the mountains. In the evenings, unwind with a glass of wine as you admire the mesmerizing colors of the sunset.



A Farmhouse and another bungalow on the same property. If your interested in booking one or all, lets us know.



You will receive the door code a day before your reservation to access the bungalow.



We are not on-site but can be contacted by phone and get a quick response.



Our Neighborhood is a very quite one. Please remember the quiet hours.



The property is very close to the highway for easy access to downtown Palmer and Wasilla.



Property is 45 minutes from the Airport and 10 minutes from MatSu Regional Hospital. Great restaurants, hiking, site seeing, skiing and much more nearby. Skeetawk ski area is 15 minutes away.

There is a cooler provided for road trips next to the wood bin.

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Amenities

Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Cashless transactions are available
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Palmer

Located in Palmer, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area, while Dorothy G. Page Museum and Palmer Visitor Information Center are cultural highlights. Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Alaska Live Steamers are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Palmer, AK

What's nearby

  • Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 17 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 29 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 10 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bearpaw River Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Millers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chepo’s Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Thai Asian Cuisine Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Miller's Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hyer Mountain Vista-Chugiak Bungalow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hyer Mountain Vista-Chugiak Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hyer Mountain Vista-Chugiak Bungalow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hyer Mountain Vista-Chugiak Bungalow located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect centralized location that is very private , close to anything you may need but still feels like you are away from everything. Absolutely love this place.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax and enjoy the beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super location, great views , enjoyed the grill and fire pit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

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

Beautiful view

Charming little cottage! It was cozy, clean, and beautifully decorated with thoughtful touches throughout. The location was peaceful but still close to everything we needed. Perfect for a relaxing getaway—highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

fem

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was just like the photos only more beautiful in person! The view is amazing and an easy drive to many attractions. And the surprise muffins in the fridge !! What a treat. Would stay here again for sure!! Thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stennah A.

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

Chugiak Bungalow

It was a lovely experience. I didnt really need to contact the owners. Everyrhing went smoothly throughout my stay. It was a lovely locations. Stepping out there was a beautiful view of the mountain ramge. Would def stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

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

Breathtaking Views

Second stay in this home. We stay for the absolutely breathtaking views. It is exactly as described, and you couldn’t ask for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akihide M.

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

Beautiful bungalow with an amazing view

We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andie A.

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

Great Cabin!

Perfect for our needs, very quiet and comfortable. Just right. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy bungalow

Great views, has everything we needed, and pastries to welcome us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views, super clean, gracious host
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

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

Beautiful views and great location

The location is central to all the must see places. The views are great, especially on a clear day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy I.

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

Awesome view!

Clean cozy property with incredible view for Northern Lights viewing.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

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

Bungalow with view

Cute, clean bungalow well stocked with items needed for stay. Great outdoor views!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suellyn S.

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

Perfect

The location was perfect. The cabin was amazing. The view was spectacular! What I can say is if you are every coming to the area, this is the place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

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

The view.

Clean, cozy cabin. Awesome views. Extra touch to welcome guests a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan T.

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

Palmer trip

It was such an enjoyable stay the view was absolutely beautiful to wake up to. The neighborhood was super quiet. Muffins were delicious that were left for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andie A.

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

Excellent!

Very nice little cabin with a comfy bed. Had everything we needed for our stay. It was also super quiet. Host responded quickly to my questions. The personal touches were nice. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

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

Perfect

Perfect place to stay in Palmer. Has literally everything you need!! So clean and cute.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Amazing View

The stay was exactly what needed. Great location out away from the city to get a great view but certainly close enough to run into town to get anything food, supplies etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Awesome cottage!

Perfect setting for our trip. Great clean and organized cottage. Owners do a fantastic job of making you feel welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

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

Very clean and comfortable.

The bungalow was very tidy and cute. The view from the door is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Fantastic Bungalow

We absolutely loved our stay in this bungalow! Wonderful amenities, very comfortable bed and an unsurpassed view! The host was very responsive to any questions and we just generally held like we were enjoying a little piece of heaven! HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoy my stay

Stay for 4 nights, clean and beautiful place, amazing view. Great host. Enjoy every bit of my stay here. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is amazing. The views are incredible. The owners are so thoughtful and they make you feel so welcome and at home. We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by June Mahler

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My husband grew up on this property in the Farmhouse to the left of the bungalows. We are super excited to share this property with the public.

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood is very quiet and quaint and has the best mountainous views of Matsu valley.

What makes this property unique

Centrally located to downtown Wasilla and Palmer and all stores, hospitals, hiking, skiing, etc. 45 minutes from the airport.

Languages:

English

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