Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
Place, Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm
7 min drive
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
Place, Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site
8 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer
This newly renovated, family friendly, cabin is located on Finger Lake with a view of the Talkeetna mountain range. You can fish, canoe, and snow shoe from the backyard. Rest and relax while you enjoy mountain and sunset views or warm by the fire. You are in a quiet area, but close to shopping and restaurants. Right on the Palmer Wasilla line, a great central location or home base for explaining all that Alaska has to offer in every direction. The cabin offers a great stay if you are a couple trying to get away, you are working remotely, or are a family taking vacation.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Put all used linens in hamper in bathroom including used towels and bedsheets.
Take all trash out to grey trash can on your way out. It is located straight out from side door of cabin.
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Use of kayak's and stand up paddle boards.
Please contact owner to sign a waiver, get a life vest, paddles, and be shown use.
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
About the area
Palmer
Located in Palmer, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Palmer Visitor Information Center and Colony House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arkose Brewery and Palmer Golf Course. Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Alaska Live Steamers are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging, snowmobiling and ice skating.
Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
Mat-Su Visitors Center - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 11 min drive
Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Bearpaw River Brewing Company - 5 min drive
Little Millers - 8 min drive
Little Miller's Cafe - 3 min drive
Subway - 2 min drive
Schwabenhof - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer?
As of 7 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer on 7 Jun, 2026 start from S$285, 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 Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Finger Lake State Recreation Area and within 6 miles (10 km) of Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site. Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area and Cottonwood Creek Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The view of the lake and mountains was beautiful to look at while soaking up the warmth from the fireplace. It was the perfect place to stay for my husband and I. The host was very friendly with helpful advice and quick to respond.
Excellent communication with host. Cabin is centrally located in Palmer. Beautiful views of the lake. Washer/dryer and full kitchen. Very cozy cabin for your extended stay in Palmer!
The cabin was very cozy and well stocked .. our host Haley was a wealth of knowledge about the area. She suggested great sites to see, shops and restaurants. Haley is very responsive and genuinely cared that we had all we needed
We absolutely loved this cabin! Haley was an amazing and responsive host and the cabin came well stocked with basic items and it was a very nice temperature even in the cold with a wind storm. The view of the frozen lake and mountains is also a perk! Definitely rebooking in the future.
Very comfortable space. Can't beat the views! Very convenient to all we wanted to do in the area. House has everything needed and the host was always available with local advice. We loved our stay!
Bonnie W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug, 2025
Thank you Bonnie! I hope you guys can come back again. Try it out in the winter for some snow shoeing, ice fishing, or curling up on the porch with a blanket watching it snow!
We thoroughly enjoyed the cabin by the lake, and will be back. Working with & communication with the owner was top notch. They go above and beyond to be sure you have the best experience you can. Such a cute, quaint, clean, & cozy cabin which is close to all, but feels miles away.
It was absolutely spotless, and had a cozy fireplace.Amazing view and inviting.Great location, to traveling surroundings.Peaceful and relaxing.The host was quick to meet any of our needs, open communication to the fullest.-Rudy & Maria
This property is ideal for a couple wanting to have peace and quiet and then venture out for site seeing. Ideal location for north of anchorage. The accommodations were comfortable especially the bed. Had fun watching float planes take off. Haley had so many thoughtful items for us and was quite helpful helping us find her location. Would stay again in the future.
Very nice cabin on the lake. Had a good stay there.
Kinney B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2024
Thank you! I hope you come back when you can stay longer to relax!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chad
1 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Haley is an exceptional communicator on rental details and the house exceeded our expectations by a mile! Everything was so clean and well stocked. Our only regret on this vacation is that we didn’t stay here longer! The kayaks were a huge plus and the lake view is so peaceful. Do yourself a favor and quit looking at other rentals and book this place!
Chad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Haley Chapman
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests