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Moose Meadows near Kilcher Homestead in Alaska the Last Frontier
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51600 sq ft
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Explore the area

Homer, AK
- Place, Kilcher Homestead12 min walk
- Place, Homer Spit18 min drive
- Place, Homer Harbor23 min drive
- Airport, Homer, AK (HOM)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Moose Meadows near Kilcher Homestead in Alaska the Last Frontier
Only a short drive off the main road, you’ll enjoy privacy in a secluded setting. With new beds, mattresses and furniture, this is a lovely two-level cabin, hand-built by Homer homesteaders with recent renovations completed in 2015. Moose Meadows has three cozy upstairs bedrooms, a modern kitchen, fully equipped for all your cooking desires, with a fully remodeled bathroom with bath and shower.
The wildlife in the immediate area is abundant, with moose, eagles, sandhill cranes, porcupines and many others. The cabin is sited privately with a large private yard, view of the bay, and a virgin wilderness behind. From the cabin, you can see beautiful Kachemak Bay and the mountains across the way.
The cabin provides modern features, has ample space and is a beautiful spot for a family to stretch out and use as a base of operations to explore Homer and Kachemak Bay. This cabin sits alone on a 3 acre plot 12 miles out East End road but has ready access on a graveled road, and is close to the amenities in the Fritz Creek area (gas, groceries, spirits), a world-class restaurant, and horse-back riding. In the beautiful town of Homer are halibut and salmon fishing, the Pratt Museum, galleries, restaurants, groceries, ATV tours, kayaking, music/theater, glacier/bear viewing, air tours and much, much more.
The cabin is within walking distance of a historic site of rich significance, the Kilcher Homestead, where I grew up in an austere 400 square foot homesteaders cabin that you’ll want to visit. Easy access to the Kilcher Family Homestead provides over 600 acres in which to hike through to the beach via one of only three beach access sites outside of Homer.
The wildlife in the immediate area is abundant, with moose, eagles, sandhill cranes, porcupines and many others. The cabin is sited privately with a large private yard, view of the bay, and a virgin wilderness behind. From the cabin, you can see beautiful Kachemak Bay and the mountains across the way.
The cabin provides modern features, has ample space and is a beautiful spot for a family to stretch out and use as a base of operations to explore Homer and Kachemak Bay. This cabin sits alone on a 3 acre plot 12 miles out East End road but has ready access on a graveled road, and is close to the amenities in the Fritz Creek area (gas, groceries, spirits), a world-class restaurant, and horse-back riding. In the beautiful town of Homer are halibut and salmon fishing, the Pratt Museum, galleries, restaurants, groceries, ATV tours, kayaking, music/theater, glacier/bear viewing, air tours and much, much more.
The cabin is within walking distance of a historic site of rich significance, the Kilcher Homestead, where I grew up in an austere 400 square foot homesteaders cabin that you’ll want to visit. Easy access to the Kilcher Family Homestead provides over 600 acres in which to hike through to the beach via one of only three beach access sites outside of Homer.
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Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Well-behaved mature dog considered
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
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 and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Homer
Located in Homer, this cabin is in a rural area. Eveline State Recreation Area and Kachemak Bay State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Pratt Museum. Bunnell Street Arts Center and Bunnell Street Gallery are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Homer, AK
What's nearby
- Kilcher Homestead - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Homer Spit - 18 min drive - 21.5 km
- Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 18 min drive - 21.5 km
- Bishop's Beach - 20 min drive - 23.2 km
- Homer Harbor - 23 min drive - 27.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Homestead Restaurant - 5 min drive
- A Drop In The Pond - 18 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
David K.
21 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
David K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Lynn H.
9 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seward Adventure Home Base
Lynn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary R.
1 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy




Mary R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sonja R.
15 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful custom built home on a private piece of Homer!
Sonja R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jessica P.
12 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in Homer
Jessica P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
15 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose Meadows Majesty
Melissa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charlie S.
28 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Paradise
Charlie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda T.
29 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Linda T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lyda L.
15 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful property
Lyda L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cheri E.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cheri E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sheryl L.
31 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Sheryl L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Noah J.
24 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose and a sunny deck
Noah J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deborah N.
13 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose Meadows
Deborah N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael E.
29 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Quiet Home
Michael E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alex P.
7 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Alex P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe M.
31 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homer spit visit
Joe M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lori F.
16 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home, quiet area, perfection!
Lori F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian R.
5 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect vacation cabin
Brian R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diann P.
9 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, private cabin in the woods
Diann P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stella K.
28 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
Stella K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
23 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing family adventure
Susan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Chris H.
6 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin
Chris H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
anita b.
23 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose Meadows
anita b.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joseph L.
4 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Discovering Homer Spit & Kenai Peninsula
Joseph L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Catkin Kilcher Burton
My family homesteaded Alaska in the late 30's and early 40's. I was born in Basel, Switzerland while my originally Swiss family was touring and my father was lecturing about pioneer life in Alaska. I was raised on the homestead one parcel below this property and am one of the original 8 homestead siblings. I left for college and joined the Marine Corps. After 31 years of commissioned service, I returned to Alaska. The Kilcher Family Homestead is 620 acres and is protected by a conservation easement. I am a volunteer with the Alaska Humanities Forum and the Civilian Advisory Board to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. I manage four active vacation rentals and love showing the homestead to our guests. We purchased these homes while we were in active duty, realizing their special proximity near or on the family homestead to make sure our children could live near us. Since this may not happen for a number of years, we love the vacation rental model as a way to share and yet still have available for our own use.
Why they chose this property
This property was built on the site of an old homestead by friends I knew growing up in Homer. While it remains a cute little cabin, with rustic touches inside and out, we’ve renovated it throughout and put in all new furniture as well. It is located below East End Road and above the historic Kilcher homestead about 12 miles south of Homer. From the large rustic deck, you’re surrounded by meadows and forests on a private 3 acre lot that feels bigger; the sense of privacy is hard to beat. Try to yodel and you'll hear the forest echoing your yodels back. Within walking distance of the Kilcher Homestead, it offers privacy, but with ready access to fine dining, shopping, kayaking, horseback riding, ATV rides, art, theater, fishing and all the other amazing opportunities Homer has to offer. See the Homer Chamber of Commerce website to see how full of life Homer is.
What makes this property unique
Moose Meadows is close (walking distance) to the 620 acre Kilcher Homestead, which has a living museum with a window into the world of 1940’s Homer, where homesteaders both fought and worked with the wilderness before, during and after the War. There is room to roam, and you will find hiking trails that lead to the beach and the Homestead. This property is within walking distance of the best horseback riding service in Homer, and a short five minute drive to perhaps the finest dining experience in Homer. Through the Kilcher homestead, you can walk all the way to the beach, one of only three access points to the beach from Homer all the way south to the sloughs of Kachemak Bay.
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