Located in Palmer, this cabin is on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Finger Lake State Recreation Area. .This cabin is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Matanuska Lakes State Recreation Area.
Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Musk Ox Farm - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
Reindeer Farm - 25 min drive - 25.6 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
Sophia's Cafe - 3 min drive
Little Millers Cafe - 3 min drive
Thai Asian Cuisine Restaurant - 5 min drive
Evangelo's Restaurant - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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.
Make yourself comfortable in this cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Haley Chapman
Languages
English
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming 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)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you 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 trash
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.
Please leave us a review, it greatly helps with visibility!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
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.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
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
Cabin By The Lake centrally located, full kitchen, washer & dryer Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 121 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 121 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie W.
13 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
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
10/10 Excellent
Yolonda M.
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was such a jewel of a find!!! The lake views are amazing! Big yard was perfect for games and relaxing. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to cook with. Lots of storage. Very clean and charming. The couch pulls out to a full size bed which we perfect for two people to sleep on. The queen sized bed is comfy, best nights sleep in a long time! The place is relaxing and scenic. We are already planning our next trip here! The host was friendly, informative, great communication and very accommodating to amall requests. Highly recommend and bring a book cause the deck calls for coffee and a good read!
Yolonda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
4 Aug 2025
Michael K.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a really nice time at this cabin. We spent our time on the water, and the host was so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the paddleboards immensely. If I am back in Alaska, I will definitely be back at this place.Thank you, Michael and Chanie
Michael K.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jolene M.
23 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin is fantastic as are the hosts. Location gives you the feeling of being in the woods on a lake yet you are close to both Palmer and Wasilla. We grilled burgers with family that live in Palmaer so for us the location was perfect. There were times when the loons were calling in the evening, perfect "Up North" addition. I could spend the whole summer in the Cabin By the Lake.
Jolene M.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aaron R.
17 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin on a beautiful lake
Was a perfect spot to get away on the weekend. Perfect spot for kayaking around the lake.
Aaron R.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Kristi P.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake
Great Lake access and loved the paddle boards.
Kristi P.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bryan M.
5 July 2025
Bryan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Brittany W.
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was good ! But very small.
It was a good stay! But the listing the way the room is layed out seems like it’s two bedrooms, when in reality it’s only one bedroom and a pullout couch. A bit misleading, but we still had a good time.
Brittany W.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandan M.
26 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Visit
Overall it was a great place. The limited time we spent in the cabin was perfect for what we needed.
Brandan M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Evelynn T., New
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This place was an amazing oasis of peace and tranquility. I appreciated all of the communication from the owners and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quick or long get away. Conveniently located just a few turns from the Parks highway, it was easy to call this place our home base. Loads of bird viewing right from the lakeshore behind the house. Midnight sunset colors in the sky from the living room window will be a memory I take home with me for sure! Owner super responsive to communications. Neighborhood super quiet. Highly recommend this place!
Evelynn T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wayne C.
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication with owner. Super helpful with details of area.
Wayne C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aurora T.
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and wonderful host. Great place to stay!
Aurora T.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deb W.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Great location, host and hostess and beautiful views. Lots of added touches to the house and labeled light switches etc. which was really appreciated. Haley was great to communicate and shared lots of ideas for dining and places to visit. We would highly recommend staying here.
Deb W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monique T.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Calm and Serene Setting
Our host was very gracious, the lake view is amazing, the bed was extremely comfortable and everything was clean. Thank you!
Monique T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Travis A.
30 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Property was great for us. Great location. Haley was super helpful and great in communicating. 10/10 recommend!
Travis A.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Casey W.
30 Apr 2025
Casey W.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany M.
28 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tiffany M.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott T.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
15th Anniversary
My wife and I had the extreme pleasure of renting this cozy cabin for our 15th wedding anniversary and we couldn’t have been more thrilled with everything about it. Haley the owner was very communicative and the property was just how it was described. I hope we have an opportunity to go back to Alaska so we can stay there again.
Scott T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
David C.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just right
Clean, cozy, and comfortable spot. We couldn’t be happier we spent our weekend in the Valley here.
David C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Meagan J., Fairbanks, Alaska
21 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location in quiet area
We stayed here due the location to the Grizzly Fitness Center for a basketball tournament. It was super close and perfect. Communication was excellent and the place was cozy and clean and just what we needed. Hope it's available for all the tournaments next year!
The location of the cabin was very easy to navigate and was in a quiet area. Haley, the host was the kindest person. Greatest communication and willingness to help when needed. The cabin itself is just outright adorable. Extremely clean and provided the basics for coffee and breakfast if needed. The bed was super comfortable and the temperature of cabin was comfortable. It felt very homey, safe and quiet. I most certainly will be looking to book with Haley again in the future and look forward to staying there again. It was absolutely worth it.
Fantastic stay. "Cabin" is an understatement--this cozy rental had all the amenities of home including a gas stove and laundry. We stayed in winter and the fire (thermostat controlled) was so comforting. Fantastic view of the lake. Owner was very communicative/responsive and helped us with special requests. Thank you HP we will be staying again!
Kenneth
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zach D.
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
From the start Haley had amazing communication, we arrived late so her detailed directions and instructions were perfect. The home was extremely clean, warm and cozy on arrival. The whole process was seamless.The kitchen was fully stocked and ready for cooking. Thanks for allowing us to stay.
Zach D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
kenny j.
31 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great host, good location to the valley
Our 2nd stay. Very happy with the place. Fits what we are looking for when we come to town and visit family. Good for small families that enjoy a quiet setting in the valley.