Located in Salcha, this cabin is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Harding Lake State Recreation Area and Harding Lake. .This cabin is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Salcha River State Recreation Site and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Little Harding Lake.
Harding Lake State Recreation Area - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Harding Lake - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Little Harding Lake - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Salcha River State Recreation Site - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
Santa Claus House - 40 min drive - 57.8 km
Restaurants
Salchaket Roadhouse - 4 min drive
Salcha River Lodge - 4 min drive
Sno Shu Inn
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area.
Closed October 1 - April 30. A short walk to Hardling Lake State Recreation Area and boat launch. Pet friendly. We have 20 amp service to the cabin. Amenities include potable water, Flat Screen TV, hot and cold water cooler, induction stove, mini-frig, Keurig, dishware and utensils, propane outdoor grill, firepit, and picnic table. A clean porta-potty and an outdoor instant heat shower is available between Mid May - September. We ask pets be limited to 2.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 9 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No smoking in the cabin. Smoking allowed outside
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Bicycles
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Unit size: 250 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: 1 pet under 40 lbs
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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Off grid Alaskan Cabin
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Chez Benz Cabin Near Harding Lake State Recreation Area
Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area. Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Walter C.
27 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Loved the cabin, loved the hosts
Walter C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Connie T.
13 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Chez Benz is a cute place to stay. Everything is clean and the scenery could not be better. The owners are super nice and accommodating. The place is the best place to get away. They have all you need. Would definitely stay again.
Connie T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
21 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Short Stay
The cabin is just outside the entrance to Harding Lake rec area. This was extremely convenient for me to access Harding Lake for the week-end I was there. The cabin is well kept and comfortable. It has that nature quietness that gives you the get-away feeling. The hosts are great, ready to ensure everything is good while maintaining your privacy. Overall, a great stay.
Kevin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Russell S.
9 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Owners
The owners are terrific people.
Very nice to work with and stay to themselves even though they live close by. Lora does laundry, very nice to have!
I stayed here twice for a month each time. It takes a bit to getting used to
living off the grid but once you master it all is just fine.
Not for the faint of heart, but for folks that want to do something a little different and have fun doing it. The microwave works very well and the heater does also. The walls are eight inches thick so Arctic air is not a problem.
The owners will do anything you ask of them.
Russell S.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Russell S.
16 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant Stay
I was a construction superintendent on a nearby site.
I stayed at the cabin five weeks from May 8 to June 12, 2022.
Eric and Lora were very kind hosts. Their house is 100 feet from the cabin but screened by foliage. They left you alone but were responsive to your needs. Lora provided laundry service which was great. I used the outdoor shower daily and it served the purpose.
The privy was clean.
I had my two springer spaniels with me and they got along well on the property….no fences just the wilds of Alaska.
The cabin is very quiet. The oil heater works very well. The refrigerator and microwave served there purpose quite satisfactorily.
I ate in the cabin every night for five weeks so it is manageable with a good bbq.
You could not shower in the winter and the privy would be a challenge below zero but doable. When I arrived it was below freezing each morning.
Given the potential environment in Alaska the Benz’s have done everything possible to make the small cabin comfortable.
I would definitely stay again.
Russ
Absolutely loved our experience at the cabin! The owners are very nice and accommodating and the cabin was very clean and stocked with almost everything you could think of needing. Highly recommend.
Samuel A.
10/10 Excellent
Matt R.
19 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
our thoughts
Eric and Lora are outstanding hosts. The cabin was clean and the accommodations were as promised. We will be staying with them again!
Matt R.
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
15 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
good stay
everything was good
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Brynn R.
21 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cabin at the lake!
Eric and Lora are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. They were so gracious during my stay. The cabin was exactly as listed - clean, comfortable, easy to find, private, secure, and surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife. Thank you!