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Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier

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A rustic cabin interior with a mounted deer head, wooden walls, and large windows overlooking a green landscape. - Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier (Homer)
A wooden interior with a fireplace, a staircase, and a chair. - Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier (Homer)
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There are large windows and a view of the outdoors. - Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier (Homer)
A wooden dining table with six chairs, a vase of flowers, and large windows with a view of trees. - Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier (Homer)
A cozy cabin interior with a large couch, a smaller sofa, and a wooden table. There are large windows offering a view of the outdoors. - Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier (Homer)
A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

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Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier

  • Caribou Meadows is in a beautifully private but accessible setting, it has new and antique furniture throughout, along with full furnishings to make your visit enjoyable and rewarding. Both the main bathroom and master bathroom have been completely retiled and remodelled with Caribou motif, while maintaining original post and beam style. The well system has been improved with a two filter system and is fresh and pure. This cabin is immediately adjacent to the owners family homestead (the Kilcher homestead). It was hand built on the site of one of Homer’s original homesteads, by a young woodsman as he was starting a family in Homer. His craftsmanship shows in the original wood structure details throughout the house. With three bedrooms, a sleeping loft to allow for larger parties, two bathrooms, and a modern kitchen, but with more than a trace of Old World and homestead styling, this is a unique and memorable vacation spot. The wildlife in the immediate area is abundant, with moose, eagles, sandhill cranes, porcupines and many others. The cabin is sited in a beautiful meadow, surrounded by forest with room to roam. From the cabin, you can see beautiful Kachemak Bay and the mountains across the way.
    The cabin provides modern amenities, has ample space and is a beautiful spot for a family to stretch out and use as a base of operations to explore both near and far. This cabin sits alone on a 10 acre plot 11 miles out East End road but has ready access and is close to the amenities at Fritz Creek (mail, gas, groceries, world-class restaurant and wines and spirits). In the area and beautiful town of Homer is halibut and salmon fishing, the Pratt Museum, galleries, restaurants, groceries, horse back and ATV tours, kayaking, glacier and bear viewing, air tours and much, much more.
    It is also within walking distance of a historic site of rich significance, where I grew up with my father, an early Alaskan State Senator and mother a writer, singer and poet and my siblings, in the austere 400 square foot homesteaders cabin - the Kilcher Homestead. Easy access to the Kilcher Family Homestead provides over 600 acres in which to hike through to the beach via one of only three beach access sites outside of Homer.

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About the area

Located in Homer, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Eveline State Recreation Area and Wynn Nature Center. Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center and Pratt Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and snowmobiling. Visit our Homer travel guide
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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a calm sea with a silhouette of a person paddleboarding.
    Kachemak Bay State Park
    7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • A coastal town with a marina, roads, and a beach.
    Homer Spit
    22 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Kilcher Homestead
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing
    21 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Homer Harbor
    29 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Homestead Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • A Drop In The Pond
    20 min drive
  • Red Bird Kitchen
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps from Kilcher Homestead and within 6 mi (10 km) of Eveline State Recreation Area and Homer Golf Course. Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead and Homer Spit are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Caribou Meadows by Historic Kilcher Family Homestead in Alaska The Last Frontier Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 125 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great house with history all over

This house was great for my family about 15-20 minutes from Homer and had a rustic feel but with all the amenities. The host was very responsive and we would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience! Kyle and Alec were super great guides! Excellent meals by the chefs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place

Everything was great Sent the kid and there dad Fishing They had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great home, private location

We really enjoyed our stay at Caribou Meadows. The home was roomy, with all the amenities for comfort. We especially enjoyed learning the Kilcher family history as early settlers of the region. We only wished we could have stayed longer in this great, peaceful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible

LOVE this property! I would highly recommend this VRBO, it was incredibly relaxing, serene, and peaceful. We had a minor hiccup at check in and the property owner was incredibly responsive and helpful to rectify the situation. Looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Stay!

We spent 3 days at this beautiful, quiet property. We had everything we needed and a lot of outdoor space with a great view to enjoy. If we had to do it again, we would have made a day out of going down to the beach on the property. We used the fire pit every evening and had a moose and her calf join us the final evening and morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Tranquility

We had a wonderful time. The home is absolutely beautiful with stunning views and all the special touches that go above and beyond our expectations. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous Stay in Fritz Creek

We couldn't have been happier with our stay at Caribou Meadows. The home was spacious, comfortable, well equipped, extremely private and quiet, and really felt like being in Alaska. Moose wandered through our yard on multiple mornings and evenings and Sand Hill Cranes visited us daily. It was the perfect place for our family while we spent time in Homer and the surrounding area. Would highly recommend to friends and family! Hope to come back again someday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome

This is a must stay property. A moose walked across the yard to in any particular hurry. Also a porcupine graced us with their presence. Peaceful, tranquil and utterly impressive. Come and stay. You will not regret it.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Need better signage. Alaska in general in needs better signage. We got confused when we arrived because the sign at the end of driveway said "stay out", "private property ". Could have been helpful to "welcome guest only", or something. Our stay was wonderful, we enjoyed the privacy of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent views of the bay! Real Alaskan feel to the cabin and surrounding property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful house in a secluded area but only 20 minutes from downtown Homer. House was large enough for my family of 4 adults and in a very quiet area. Kitchen was well stocked for meal prep. The family room was very comfortable for relaxing after a long day of touring the area. There were 3 moose, a mama and 2 calves nearby. They even slept two of the 4 nights in the backyard. This was a thrill for my photographer daughter. Our son enjoyed playing the piano and we had several games of disc golf in the backyard in the evening. Washer and dryer were very helpful for our trip as this was the halfway point. Owner was very responsive to all questions. Will definitely stay here again if we are in the Homer area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property, quiet and tranquil. Loved the location and the historical significance of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Vacation

Homer is an amazing place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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What a great place to stay. Clean. Had everything we needed and a few moose visits. Perfect vacation home. Thanks so much for being a great hostess. Hope to be back next year
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was even more gorgeous in person. The view was breathtaking. Property was well taken care off and clean. Host was friendly and informative. We would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the Kilcher properties!

This is our third time staying at a Kilcher home. We have loved each and every one of them. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hosts!! Checked in to make sure everything was ok and was very personable! Very clean and plenty of room. Will definitely return to Alaska!! Great memories made with my son and nephews!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Homer House

We had a great stay. The property was farther from the Homer Spit than we would have prefered but that was not a huge issue. We enjoyed the privacy and the wildlife.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful

A beautiful place to stay outside of Homer. We saw moose walk across the lawn on two occasions which was so fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic service and stay!

Clean, great communication, excellent place. Saw a moose and calf as well as a porcupine in the yard!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful cabin with great views

This cabin had great views, and plenty of room for the whole family. Catkin came by and introduced herself, and answered any questions we had about the property. Overall, a wonderful stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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No complaints (aka it was wonderful)

I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Highly recommend this property if you are looking for something a little closer to the feeling of frontier Alaska than proximity to shop fronts (although it is still very convenient to downtown Homer/ and the spit). Loved everything about our stay. Thank you, Catkin!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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2025 Homer Alaska visit

The Caribou Meadows cabin on the historic Kilcher Homestead was the perfect location to stay at for a visit to Homer. The amenities were excellent and the cabin has all the charm anyone could be looking for. The Kilcher Homestead is a beautiful property with several onsite hiking trails that offer spectacular views and a chance to spot the resident moose. Our host was very kind and generous with her time during a tour of the living museum at the Homestead. Would highly recommend this property when visiting the Homer area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay at Caribou Meadows. This is a great spot if you're looking for something a little more remote yet still an easy drive into town and the spit. All the basics were provided making it "move in ready" and felt just like home. Great views with a nice hike down to the beach. Catkin was very responsive and quick to address any questions during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023