Rustic Moose Cabin Getaway - Glamping

Cantwell, Alaska
$155 avg/night
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION. THEN READ IT AGAIN!!!

Have a relaxing stay at our off-grid studio style dry cabin. A quaint 12x12 log cabin nestled in the trees at the home of Wildthingz Dog Mushing, professional sled dog team of Iditarod and Yukon Quest dog Musher, Richie and wife Emily.
The cabin is for the traveler looking for something more off the beaten path that still provides some comforts and amenities.
There is solar power to charge your small electronics, like phones& tablets.

There is a full sized bed and a single Japanese floor mattress underneath for a 3rd person. All linens, blankets and towels are provided. There is a cooler for storing your food and all kitchen amenities are provided. There is a propane stove top and propane heater for chilly nights.
There is a private outhouse outdoors equipped with hand sanitizer and baby wipes for staying clean.
We provide clean drinking water, sanitizer and soap indoors .
There is no shower, but there are showers available for a small fee down the road at the local RV park and Vitus gas station.

The cabin is right off the road and is easily accessible. There is a nice fire ring to hang around in the evening and trails to walk on down to the river. This place is a great getaway, close to Denali national park (30 minutes south) so you can enjoy all of its attractions but be a little removed from the busier hub of tourism.

you need a car to get to our property - there are restaurants within 5 minutes of our place. More dining options are 20 minutes north. Bring food to cook in the cabin or BBQ on the small charcoal grill.

dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times, as we have sled dogs on property.

you might see other guests coming in going as we have 2 other rentals and a sled dog tour operation.
ask about our tour! we offer 20% off for our rental guests.

I want to REPEAT there is NO bathroom and running water. there is an OUTHOUSE. please see photos for reference of outhouse.

expect to see bugs outside - this is Alaska in summer. there are bugs.

expect to see other people. there are 2 other units nearby (but you still will have quiet and privacy) and there are people coming and going.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 144 Sq Ft (13 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Stovetop
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Prabhakara R

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    Bathroom was outside the unit in the open with lots of bugs and only half door. No way anyone can use in the night. Not mentioned in the discription of the property.

  • Mike

    Submitted Jul 4, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Absolutely what it says in the description…. No breakfast, no running water…. But the cabin was very comfortable and adorable! I used the gas station shower and ate very well at the places they recommended. Never met the owners :-)

  • Toby

    Submitted Aug 31, 2024

    Stayed Aug 26, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay in the Rustic Moose cabin! It was cozy and nice to be off the grid. The host was responsive and helpful. Would recommend for those looking for a quiet simple space.

  • Naomi

    Submitted Jul 25, 2024

    Stayed Jul 22, 2024

    Moose cabin was very clean, described accurately as on website. Was very quiet and we enjoyed meeting Emily, Richie and the sled dogs. We appreciated their hospitality. If we're ever in area again we'd love to stay at the cabin.

  • tom

    Submitted Aug 13, 2022

    Stayed Aug 9, 2022

    My wife and I were doing an Alaskan road trip and were bouncing between staying in Healy or Cantwell. We landed on Cantwell for a couple of logistical reasons and came across the Rustic Moose. We lucked out. The setting was absolutely STUNNING!! If you're looking for a truly Alaskan Cabin experience while still being comfortable, give this cabin a run. Mind you, this is an Alaskan cabin (outhouse and a portable indoor shower), but the proprietors have gone to lengths to make sure you will be comfortable. We aren't austere travelers but had a blast using this as a base for our runs to Denali. Try it, you'll like it.

  • Kaitlyn W.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    Adequate at best, attributed to very poor craftsmanship/upkeep. The house was water proof, but let in tons of air through cracks in the walls and doorframe. The front door did not shut well or lock at all when inside, which was most concerning since the road was about 5 feet away and there was other cabins about 150 yards away. The heater turned on only when it was cold enough within its 3’ radius, so most of the house stayed very cold. The outhouse had a half door so you still got wet if you tried to pee in the rain, and there were (thankfully, capped) electrical wires dangling from the ceiling. Location was convenient to Denali National Park, but safety was questionable. Good if you’re looking for an off the grid cabin not far from others, bad if you stay in the winter time.

  • Worner K.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Really enjoyed the off the grid experience and the chance to learn more about the dogs and their training.

  • David A.

    Submitted Jul 25, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    Property was very clean and well kept. Communication with our host was 10/10.

  • Michael C.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    We loved our stay here. Despite some initial concerns over it being a dry cabin, we both ended up loving this accommodation over all the ones we stayed during our two week trip in AK. It definitely will one of our most memorable and it was a great “off grid” experience. It was an inviting space; cozy, comfortable and had everything we needed. Emily and Ritchie have put a lot of thought and consideration into everything a guest might need. It got down to a chilly and windy 30 degrees the nights we stayed but the propane heater kept us warm and very comfortable. Emily made sure we had plenty of water too. The bedding was soft and warm, but as side sleepers, we could have used more cushion or padding (easy fix.) We also got to meet the sled dogs on our last day and were treated to clear views of Denali up on the plateau. Emily also was very responsive to our texts; promptly answering any questions or concerns we had during our stay (like how to use the propane heater.) We enjoyed our stay here so much that we would love to return again some day!

  • Josh E.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    This was the perfect cabin for our time in Denali. On our 10 day trip I feel like we had the best bon fire here with NO neighbors just us, the fire and the woods while still feeling safe. The host are very cool and interesting and meeting the dogs was amazing. The cabin was spotless and you can feel the love that has gone into putting this awesome little place together.

  • Michael H.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 27, 2024

    Emily was a great hostess and has a nice little cabin close to Denali. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Dana B.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2023

    Stayed Aug 19, 2023

    What a nice little cabin, clean and cozy everything you could ask for if you want to do some camping but aren’t sure about staying in a tent

  • Alan M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2023

    Stayed Jul 18, 2023

    Cute little cabin. You get hot shower, reliable heat, clean water, gas stove. Nicely decorated. Perfect for a couple like us. Emily is very responsive and communicates well. The dog mushing tours look excellent and interesting. I would book a tour if we had more time. Thanks Emily and Richie. We enjoyed staying with you.

  • Doug A.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2023

    Stayed Jul 2, 2023

    Description is spot on - if you want off grid, this is your place. Small, quiet, peaceful & away from it all.

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2023

    Stayed Jun 10, 2023

    The cabin was a great get away and a fun way to leave everything else behind. Close to Denali and sightseeing.

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$155+
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