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Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach!

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Homer Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 750 Sq Ft | Steps Required
Private Patio
Kitchen | Cooking Basics | Dishware/Flatware
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach!

Your Alaskan reprieve awaits at 'Moose Meadow' located at Fitz Creek Retreat! This charming vacation rental home is nestled in a pristine park-like setting and boasts a large yard. This space has 2 bedrooms, a sleeper sofa,1 bathroom, and a private patio. Explore downtown Homer where you'll find restaurants, shops, and galleries, go fishing at Kachemak Bay or Cook Inlet, hike around the Last Frontier wilderness, or unwind on your private patio for relaxing evenings with loved ones!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Welcome w/ Fee (Max 2) | Walk to Fritz Creek | Private Patio

Escape to the Last Frontier at this family-friendly Homer getaway complete with a full kitchen, modern amenities, and all the comforts of home.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered patio w/ seating, shared yard, Fritz Creek access
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen DISH TV, sleeper sofa, full bathroom
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, coffee maker, tea kettle, dishware, flatware, blender, knife block, kitchen table
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, washer/dryer, central heating
FAQ: No A/C, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), street parking available
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional property is available on-site with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

HOMER ATTRACTIONS: Boss Hogz All-American Diner and Ice-Cream Parlor (7.4 miles), Cosmic Kitchen (7.7 miles), Ptarmigan Arts (7.7 miles), Homer Brewing Company (7.8 miles), Duncan House Diner (8.0 miles), Pratt Museum (8.3 miles), Fat Olive's Restaurant (8.5 miles), Captain Pattie's Fish House (11.1 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Sea kayaking & boating on Kachemak Bay, Bishops Beach (8.7 miles), Seafarer's Memorial (11.3 miles)
FISHING CHARTERS: Alaska Fantastic Halibut Fishing (1.8 miles), Alaska Premier Sportfishing (10.1 miles), Captain Greg's Charters (11.1 miles)
AIRPORTS: Homer Airport (8.0 miles), Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (230 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property does not offer A/C
- NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental on-site (below this unit); other travelers may be present during your stay

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7362199
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 holiday home. Ptarmigan Arts and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor. Pratt Museum and Bunnell Street Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Homer Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Kilcher Homestead - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Homer Spit - 19 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boat Yard Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wasabi's Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪K-Bay Caffé & Roasting Co. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Homestead Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Down East Saloon - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach!?

As of 19 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach! on 3 Sept, 2026 start from S$188, 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 Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Retreat ~ 8 Mi to Downtown + Bishops Beach! located?

Situated in Homer, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Homer Golf Course and within 9 miles (15 km) of Kilcher Homestead and Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead. Eveline State Recreation Area and Homer Spit are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

great place

It was quiet and secluded and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callie M.

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

Beautiful stay.

This is the 2nd time ive stayed here. Lovely quite area out of Homer. Very nice area for our dogs to run and play in the stream.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Moose Meadow experience

Nice, clean and well equipped with accommodations. Easy access to surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judi C.

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

Well Stocked

The house was in a good location and the owners were thoughtful in the amenities they offered.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Comfortable home

The owners were very thoughtful with their amenities. Well stocked home and easy location to Homer to visit the Spit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Hot fishing Homer, AK

It was perfect stayed here last year also Perfect. 1)couple and 2 single men. It is fully equiped. +Moose and baby nice small stream parking for 3 we loved it both times.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN

everything was excellent!

clean house, everything as described, and even coffee was provided! thanks! hope to return
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carol D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Cleaning in addition to cleaning fee!?! Annoying.

We already paid to stay here and were totally annoyed at the to-do cleaning list in addition to the cleaning fee! It might be normal to VBRO but I will remember to stay in a hotel.Having people upstairs was also annoying. Again, could have stayed in a hotel if we wanted that noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2025
Hi Carol, the right vacation home is everything, and we're disappointed if this wasn't the one for you. We wanted to share the following:- We do not have any unusual cleaning requests for guests. We just ask for basic check-out steps like taking out the trash, which are noted in our standard departure instructions and reflected in the listing details.- This property does have a separate upstairs unit, which is also noted in the listing, so guests know what to expect.We truly go above and beyond for our guests and are confident that future guests will have excellent stays!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A nice and quiet place. We rented the downstairs unit. Kids and I had a great time. There is also a place to have a fire and the kids roasted hot dogs on our last night and made s'mores. It is a very quiet neighborhood. The interior was very nice. Comfortable and clean place. The creek was lots of fun for us as well. The family next door had kids and we made some friends, they also had horses, and ducks and chickens and dogs and I think a goat! It's a really wonderful and quiet area.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth H.

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

Homer

The noise transfer from the upstairs was terrible and relentless. There were no instructions on how to use the TV/Dish. Dishes were chipped. Allowed dogs but there was no receptacle outside for cleaning up after the dogs. On the upside the unit has sufficient space, beds were comfortable, and linens were good. It was clean, and the host was thoughtful in providing tea and coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Cornel T.

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

2nd floor ridiculous noises

If I have to rent again, definitely is not the one because there is a bunch of bad things starting with towels (smell like pee),than then the fan in to the bathroom need to be replace or clean...is make just noise, the toilet doesn't have a lid..to cover,in the kitchen some of the pans are banded, and no lid...but the horrible thing was the 2nd floor rented by someone else and at 5 am starting waking and make a lot of noise.I think between the floor there is no isolation because it's make a lot of noises. At 6 am they grounded coffee...on my head...that's INSANE...I'm in vacation to enjoy everything not to ruined my time's. DEFINITELY NOT RECOMAND THIS PROPRETY IF YOU WANT TO ENJOY YOUR VACATION. FROM 1 TO 5....FOR.ME IS 2 CAZ I'M A NICE GUY,I LOVE FARMS BUT NEAR BY IS THIS FARM AND THE PIG FECALS SMELL IS ALL OVER.I HOPE THIS REVIEW IS FOR OTHER PEOPLE TO READ BEFORE BOOKING THIS PLACE.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept, 2024
Hi Cornel, thank you for sharing your thoughts on your stay. The homeowner would like to address the concerns you raised:- We assure you that our towels are professionally cleaned, and we've never received similar feedback regarding odors.- The bathroom does have a lid on the toilet, and we'll double-check the fan to ensure it's working properly.- Regarding the noise, we understand this can be disruptive, and we're looking into solutions to minimize sound between floors.- As for the smell, there is no farm nearby, and we've never had other guests mention this issue. We're confident this is not a problem. Once again, thank you for sharing your feedback with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megan s.

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

Family fishing trip

Great rental, close to downtown Homer and the Spit. The master bed was very comfortable after a day on the water. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilio A.

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

The apartment was beautiful, clean and quite. We did have a very nice time.

We very much enjoy your bestifill place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Carissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Clean and quaint!

We stayed 2 nights and really enjoyed our stay! The place was clean and had everything we needed. It’s a bit of a drive if you’re coming to and from the Spit, about 10 minutes, but not too bad! We had kids and they loved being able to go down to the creek. The only downside was the fold away bed was full of crumbs from The previous client, and the sleeping arrangements were 2,2,2 (we had 5 so one person slept solo on the couch sofa). We would stay there again! A fire pit would be a nice addition, but it really is a nice little place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very quaint and clean rental

We enjoyed our stay at this property, but there are a few things that disappointed me. The post did not say it was two units when I booked. I found out after it was paid for in full, and they sent me the instructions for arrival. If you are on a bottom unit, you get a lot of noise from the top unit. Also, the pump for the water tank is right next to the bedroom with double beds, and it’s very loud. I also would have preferred black out blinds/curtains for the long summer daylight. Other than those issues, we really enjoyed this place. It’s very close to town, but secluded enough to feel away from things. Very clean, and has everything you need for cooking. Bring your own grill though if you want to grill out. The creek is beautiful. You will want to relax by it as much as you can just to listen to it flow. Would definitely rent this place again, but only a top unit next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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