Welcome to our serene Juneau retreat, located 2.8 miles from the Mendenhall Glacier and 4.4 miles from the airport. Unwind on the spacious 'tiki' deck or BBQ under a covered area on the expansive rear deck, surrounded by woods and views of Mt. McGinnis.
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Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!
Please note: There are 2 listings for this property. We like to provide flexibility for our guests.
THIS listing, and price, is for our home as a 3-bedroom 2.5 bath (3/2.5), with an additional double bed in a loft space. We wanted to add flexibility to our traveling guests to fit their needs and budgets as best as possible. So 4 beds total (a king, queen, and 2 double beds).
The other listing is for the home as a 2-bedroom 1.5 bath (2/1.5), with the additional double bed in a loft room. So 3 beds total (a queen and 2 double beds) for a reduced nightly rate. There is a maximum of 6 guests for the house in this format.
In either format, booking guests will not be sharing the house with anyone and will have the house to themselves.
We also offer a car rental to our guests for only $30 per night. It's a 2007 VW Jetta that seats 5. A good little car and much cheaper than renting locally, if you don't mind an older car. Please contact me for more info if interested. If you need 2 cars, we do have another available.
Apologies for any confusion. Contact for more info.
WELCOME TO OUR HOME!!
Located just 4.4 miles from the airport and 2.8 miles from the Mendenhall Glacier, this is our private residence that we had built in 1998. We love our home and want to share it with others while we're traveling ourselves. Our hope is that you feel at home while visiting the wonderful town of Juneau.
If you're coming to Juneau, you already know, or have heard, about the beauty, history, and adventures it holds. From our home, the Mendenhall Glacier is just 2.8 miles away. Auke Bay (fishing, whale watching tours, Hidden Peak Brewery, etc) is just 2.6 miles away. Downtown Juneau and Douglas, with all their shops and attractions, are just 13 miles away. Want a little peace and serenity, besides our front yard? Visit the Shrine of Saint Therese, which is only 13 miles away. If you want to walk a wonderful trail along the Mendenhall River, it's just 1/4 mile away. If you stay at our home, you're centrally located for all that Juneau has to offer.
About our home. It's situated on a large lot with a "tiki" deck in the front where you can sit back and relax while enjoying an early morning coffee, or a late evening drink while watching the stars. Well, not really, as it'll most likely be too light to see the stars. However, fall and winter stargazing is amazing if it's not raining.
Don't be surprised if you're visited by a bear, deer, or porcupine during your stay. We usually see quite a few each summer as the house is surrounded by woods.
Off the family room, you can enjoy a large deck (16' x 40') with a BBQ under a covered area. That way, you can BBQ rain or shine. There is a hot tub at the end of the deck. Unfortunately, it is not functional and needs to be replaced. It will not be replaced this year. We have a large open yard that is surrounded by trees and views of Mt. McGinnis. Mt. McGinnis borders the left side of the Mendenhall Glacier.
You'll have access to everything in the 2200 sq/ft house except the garage and storage pantry.
Upstairs, you'll find: - 3 bedrooms - the main bedroom with a king bed and ensuite; one bedroom with a queen Tempur-Pedic bed; and a 3rd bedroom with a double-size bed. Each room has a TV and a closet. - A "loft" area with an additional double-size bed, treadmill, and TV. - Full bathroom with tub/shower combo, sink, and toilet. - Washer and dryer.
Downstairs, you'll find: - A great room with a kitchen, family area, and dining area. - A beautiful granite countertop kitchen and pretty much everything you need to cook at home if you prefer. Oven, stove, microwave, fridge, freezer, Keurig coffee/tea maker, pots, pans, utensils, plates, etc. - There is an island and a separate bar area for seating up to 8 in the kitchen area. - A TV/family room with a TV and 2 couches, so you can sit back and relax on one side of the kitchen. - A dining area with seating for up to 8. - A half bath. - Open entry front room with two couches. Plenty of room for an air mattress if extra sleeping space is needed. - Entry closet with a variety of games to play during your stay.
If you choose to stay at our home, we think you'll come to love it as much as we do!
Please reach out if you have any questions.
If you need a car during your stay, as previously shared, we have one available for our guests for an additional fee.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Car seat and pack-n-play available for use.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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
Property Registration Number STR1000090
About the area
Back Loop, a neighbourhood in Juneau, is home to this holiday home. Wizard of Oz Metal Statues and Alaska Governor's Mansion are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shelter Island State Marine Park and Funter Bay State Marine Park. Alaska Powder Descents and Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure are also worth visiting. Visit our Juneau travel guide
Is Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport! located?
Located in Back Loop, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Alaska Powder Descents, University of Alaska-Southeast and Auke Bay. Mendenhall Ice Caves is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.
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Beautiful valley retreat only 2.6 miles from the glacier and close to airport! Reviews
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The house was exactly as listed and hosts were spectacular to work with, making everything easy and seamless. Highly recommended from location, house layout, and amenities provided to use of cars and premium communication. Thank you!
Everything I wanted for my family.
Two very minor things.
1) the upper cabinets in the kitchen were a mystery.
2) no tissues. (I like tissues in the bedrooms and bath rooms)
Of all the places I’ve stayed. This is the one I’d keep coming back too.
Beautiful and comfortable house near mendenhall glacier and airport. Good communication with hosts and the use of the rental car was super helpful. Great kitchen to for homemade meals!
Very nice place, great views from the front of the house. The house was clean and comfortable. We were visiting family and doing some fishing. We visit at least once a year and would definitely consider renting again.
Absolutely a beautiful home in a great location! The Hosts were excellent in accommodating everything for our stay! Including a car on property to rent!We were able to keep all of our family in this amazing home! We were celebrating my mom’s 88 bday -who lives in Juneau, so we were able to have our Juneau family all together for meals and celebration!This is a very family friendly home! The kitchen was wonderful to cook in- all cooking amenities available! Home very clean and inviting in every way!We truly enjoyed this lovely property and our very gracious hosts!