Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River!

Sutton-Alpine, Alaska
$200 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Head to the Chugach Mountains for an incredible Alaskan adventure! Located just across the road from the Matanuska Glacier, this Sutton-Alpine cottage is the perfect home base for everything on your itinerary. Head out for an epic trek across the Matanuska Glacier, take a rafting trip down the Matanuska River, or try your luck at panning for gold! After an action-packed day, return to the 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental for a home-cooked meal and a night of incredible stargazing.
r>-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Covered Porch | Private Hiking Trails

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress

COTTAGE FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, 4-person dining table, mountain view
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, coffee maker, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Heated floors, linens & towels, complimentary toiletries, hangers
FAQ: 3 exterior stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), no WiFi, no A/C, homeowner on-site (separate unit), 4WD/AWD recommended in winter
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking, RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

NEARBY ACTIVITIES: Matanuska Glacier Viewing (3 miles), Matanuska River (4 miles), Matanuska Glacier (5 miles), river rafting, ice climbing, gold panning, ziplining
TRAILS: Caribou Creek Recreational Mining Area (1 mile), Lionhead View Trail (2 miles), Chickaloon-Knik-Nelchina Trail System (14 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Palmer (56 miles), Wasilla (70 miles), Anchorage (99 miles)
AIRPORTS: Palmer Municipal Airport (60 miles), Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (106 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $25 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: This property requires 3 exterior stairs for access
- NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: This property sleeps 2 guests in 1 bed, with room for 4 total by using the queen air mattress
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is highly recommended in the winter months to access the property

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) 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
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1000 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games TV
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Susan

    Submitted May 21, 2026

    Stayed May 10, 2026

    The cottage itself was fine. The prospective view of the Glacier and mountains is promising except there are a lot of trees in the way....would recommend thinning the forest a bit for a better view. We slept very well. It is nice and quiet.

  • Ruth F.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2026

    Stayed Mar 13, 2026

    The place was perfect for us - he worked on his computer stuff while I worked on my art stuff. The kittens had fun exploring the place and/or snuggling up with us for the weekend. We would definitely go back again one day!

  • Tom M.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Very peaceful location. It was nice to be able to bring our dogs. And off the road. Nice touches. Well updated cabin. Host was very responsive and very friendly. A wonderful relaxing retreat with views of the glacier.

  • Jinal S.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 30, 2025

    Very nice stay with stocked kitchen. Owner was very responsive. Would recommend for 2 people as there is only 1 bed. The air mattress doesnt work thru the night. Within 1 hour the air started deflating and we ended up sleeping on the floor. Other than sleeping situation everything else was great.

  • Mary A.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Beautiful spot, friendly, helpful host.

  • Karen H.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    We had a few issue with the pipes freezing but we had the most amazing experience with the northern lights on New Years Eve! The sky morphed into a 5 minute Aurora buerealis firework show! I hope I can add a video to show here. We have been on a ten day trip and this was the best show of the northern lights!

  • Justin H.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2024

    Stayed Dec 6, 2024

    Perfect get away to unplug. Although there was no internet or tv channels, I had a good book. I went to a local coffee shop to check messages. It was great for a little peace and quiet.

  • Emma

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Had the pleasure of being here with some friends around the 4th of July! Cute little gem of a place out in Glacier View! Comfy bed, ample living space, corn-hole out back and the owner left s’more makings and hot chocolate. We got to meet Debbie and her family who live up the property and they are incredible hosts. Anything you need they got it taken care of. We can’t wait to come back to this beautiful place and stay with them again. 10/10 highly recommend!

  • Leanne B.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 3, 2024

    What a beautiful property! The cabin was great! Well stocked and clean. The host left us s'more making supplies which was much appreciated! We had a fire in the backyard and played corn hole while looking out through the trees to the glacier.

  • Casey Q.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    Great place to stay! Super nice clean and remote! Did a lot of driving in the area nice halfway point of going to Valdez. Thanks Again Casey

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$200+
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