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“The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

“The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest

Let “The Cove” serve as your base and retreat as you explore this spectacular corner of Alaska. The Cove is nestled close to the shores of Smugglers Cove in the arms of the temperate rain forest of Southeast Alaska. Our location provides a unique blend of the feeling of remote living, but with the convenience of being close (8 miles) to the town center of Juneau. Come join us in your private home as you let your surroundings smuggle away your cares and reset your soul.

Take some time to wander out our backdoor into the magic of the Rain forest, where salmon berries and blueberries flourish. Or maybe a beach walk along the shores of Smugglers Cove is more to your linking where resident eagles keep watch. Whatever you decide, the best part is knowing “The Cove” is waiting to embrace you when you return. As your base camp, your private cottage serves to help you recuperate from your adventures, it provides you a relaxing setting to give your legs and feet a rest, comforting beds to carry you to sleep and a full kitchen and barbecue should you decide to practice your culinary skills.

So make us a part of your next visit, enjoy our views and relax in the comfort of the cove. There is much to do and see around Juneau from kayaking to hiking. So if you need help with arrangements let us know we love Alaska and love to share it with others. If you're here to work or vacation, consider "The Cove" for your home away from home.

My husband built this original home 20 years ago. Here we raised our three children before “living small” was popular. Over the past four years we added a detached home next to it where we now reside. We reserve “The Cove” for children to come back to and for YOU to come visit for a wonderful Alaska stay.

Your (900 sq ft) private space includes the main entrance and bedroom with full size murphy bed, on lower level with rear exit leading to back yard and fire pit. Upper level includes kitchen, dining and seating area with spacious deck and barbecue, as well as, bedroom with queen bed, laundry, and shower only bathroom.

The location is 10 min from the airport. Situated in popular Auke Bay with a new Brewery, dining options, and whale watching boats, fishing and kayaking available. “Out the road” find more beaches and tourist attractions including one of my favorites, The Shrine of St. Therese. The Mendenhall Glacier is also in close proximity which is a must see. I especially like the walk to Nugget Falls water fall.

Property manager

Bernadine Kirkpatrick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 is also known as

Vrbo Property
“The Cove” A Restorative Nook with both Forrest Ocean
The Cove A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean Forrest
“The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean Forrest

About the area

Map
Juneau, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Southeast - 9 min drive
  • Auke Bay - 10 min drive
  • Mendenhall Ice Caves - 15 min drive
  • Alaska State Capitol - 21 min drive
  • Eaglecrest Ski Area - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar & Grille - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thibb's Coffee & More - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Grind Coffee Co. - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is “The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from University of Alaska-Southeast and within 6 miles (10 km) of Auke Bay and Mendenhall Golf Course. Alaska Powder Descents and Nugget Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

“The Cove” A Quiet Retreat Between Alaskas Ocean and Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Home Away from Home
The cove is hands down the best place to stay in Juneau. Bernie has really thought of everything to make your stay absolutely perfect and it has everything you could ever think of needing to make your stay wonderful. You are surrounded by spectacular views and the area is peaceful and quiet. It was so nice to come back after a day of hiking and relax in the hot tub and then rinse down in the outdoor while surrounded by the rainforest. We hope to be back someday. Thank you Bernie for your impeccable hospitality. You are a wonderful host and it was a pleasure meeting you. We fell in love with your home.place
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

K L., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
The best place we've stayed in a long time
The host and owner treated us so well during our visit. She even helped us out when we arrived too late to pick up our rental car. This place is fantastic and extremely clean. We had everything we needed and the kitchen was well stocked. Even had spices for cooking. The view over the cove was spectacular. I would highly recommend this cottage. ov cove
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Alaska Adventure
My husband, son and I planned a trip to Juneau for mid-August to visit our other son who was working as a pilot for Alaska Seaplanes this summer. We are from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and were hoping to find a place to stay that allowed us to see and do as much as possible in a short stay in Juneau and to allow us space to relax and catch up as a family. The Cove was perfect! From the beginning of the booking, and during our stay, our communications with Bernadine were prompt and friendly. We were fortunate to meet her and her husband and enjoyed hearing their tales of how they developed this property. The home was lovely, beautifully designed and decorated and comfortable. The kitchen was the best stocked I have ever seen in a VRBO property. We were within walking distance to the small cove nearby and the views from the deck were stunning. We enjoyed the hot tub very much with an outdoor shower! We were extremely lucky with sunshine for 5 days in a row, not common. But on the last day, even with misting, our time was well spent and comfortable. The distance to town, groceries and the airport was very close with our rental car. We did many tours and hikes with tour companies and on our own. Being from the UP, we love lush foliage, trees and cooler temps and lots of water. We felt right at home with Juneau and the glaciers and mountains made this trip even more special. We highly recommend the Cove and will plan on returning in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice house ideally located for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience! Would gladly stay there again. Amazing host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, well appointed property in a stunning landscape
We had everything we needed for a cozy, comfortable stay with easy accesss to great adventures. The hot tub was lovely after long days and we appreciated the robes and both the indoor and outdoor slippers. Communication was easy and the host was friendly. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Well appointed kitchen, numerous amenities provided. Decorated very nicely, with weird lots of charm. In one of the nicest neighborhoods in Juneau. We would definitely stay in “The Cove” again and would recommend it.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome home in the forest
This home is beautifully situated in the forest and Bernie was an excellent host. The home has everything you need or want- bonus hot tub as well- we loved it and would stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marty G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cove
The Cove was very clean, quiet, well furnished, beautifully decorated, cozy, etc. We were Impressed with entire experience. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Charming
What a fantastic place to stay in Juneau. We had the best time and were in awe of this charming home. We could not have picked a better place to stay. This incredible Cove had everything! Great location and view, well stocked with anything you could possibly need, extremely clean and comfortable and fantastic owners who were equally as charming and wonderful! Thanks Bernadine for an unforgettable experience! We hope to come back very soon! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
This property is lovely and immaculate. The beds were very comfortable and we were able to get good sleep. I highly recommend it to anyone considering a stay in Juneau.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The house and area exceeded our expectations. We were only there for a short 3 days, but had an amazing time. The house was stocked with everything you would need. We loved how the spice cabinet even had a jar labeled"chocolate" with several chocolate candies inside. Lots of small, little touches that made this an ideal base for our adventures. We hope to be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal Stay in Juneau
We recently stayed at the "Cove" for 8 nights and have to say, it is an ideal place for adventure in Juneau. The location is perfectly situated with Juneau to the south, Auke Bay near by, and all the hiking trails to the north. The home was clean, well decorated with all the amenities you need for a family. The hot tub is an excellent treat at the end of a long day, and the best part is the private outdoor shower! The owners were very responsive and accommodating. We got a short tour when we arrived and when the warm days arrived, they provided camp chairs for us for a day at the "beach." We hope to go back soon...thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retirement Trip Paradise
My husband Ron and I started planning his retirement trip over a year ago. He always wanted to go to Alaska and after watching several you tube videos on different parts of Alaska, we zeroed in on Juneau! We knew that we didn’t want to be on a cruise and just have 8 or so hours in Juneau, so he started looking in VRBO and found THE COVE! Wow! What a great experience from start to finish. I connected with Bernadine right away and she was exceptionally wonderful to work with, even sending a package of things to do in Juneau and a map to our home in Florida, to help us plan our trip. Upon arriving, she greeted us and made sure we had everything that we needed. The home was clean and beautiful and there wasn’t anything that she didn’t think of, to make our stay at The Cove complete. We stayed 7 days and the location was far enough away from downtown Juneau but yet close enough to enjoy as well. We booked a whale watching tour with Jayleens Whale watching company upon Bernadine’s suggestion and it was amazing. The dock was near by as well. We also took a Seaplane Tour to Taku Is, which was spectacular! All in all, we told our family that we would definitely recommend them staying at The Cove, bar none! Thank you, Bernadine 😎
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Zen Quiet and Beautiful
Lovely two story with a view. Private hot tub, calm color choices, stocked with every amenity, and delightful host. Nicest Vrbo rental yet in a spectacular landscape of mountains, ocean, eagles and whales. Wish we never had to leave! Thank you Bernadette!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
This was our second stay in the Cove and we loved it just as much this time. We highly recommend this peaceful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a wonderful stay!
Everything about the stay here was amazing! The house was so clean and comfortable, Bernadine makes sure you have everything you might need like extra towels, cosy blankets, and a well stocked kitchen. Bernadine checked in to make sure we had everything we might need - she's a great host! We enjoyed looking out on the ocean from the kitchen table and appreciated the peace and quiet of this location. We came for work and when we come back we will stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible views! See tidal changes. Beautiful neighborhood! Creeks babbling. Wonderful rocking chairs, quiet comfort with a gorgeous view. Easy access. Totally recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Garry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house
The house was as advertised. Burnie (the host) is very sweet and nice lady. She was very quick to response and accommodated all my needs. She also picked us up at the airport when we stuck due to late arrival. I recommend this house.
Stayed 22 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just PERFECTION!
The Cove is just perfection doesn't begin to describe the beautiful space that awaits you! Inside and out, this property made the perfect home base for our 5 days in Juneau - we were able to cook, have a fire (inside and out), and enjoy coffee and wine on the deck overlooking the bay. Bernie has though of everything for your stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay in Juneau
We stayed 4 nights at The Cove and would definitely come back. It was very clean, had everything we needed, was close to the airport and downtown, and perfect place to stay for Ironman Alaska. Bernadine was extremely nice and was only a text/call away, if needed. Highly recommend 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!
Top notch experience. Beautiful house with exceptional attention to detail. Small touches such as technology (Wi-Fi, Apple TV, Alexa lights and speakers) and homey creature comforts (coffee selection!, mattress ,etc.) made us feel right at home. Not to mention the view. Also, hosts are extremely nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Maitland

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was not only beautiful but immaculate! It was very well stocked for our needs .
I loved this place! We had everything we needed and it was gorgeous. Very well stocked and clean. We will surely use this property again when we go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K., Suffield, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Alaska Firsts
This was my husbands and my first time visiting Alaska. We heard from friends that The Cove was a perfect get away and that Bernie was a terrific host. From the beginning when we booked the stay here, Bernie was accommodating, understanding, and quite helpful when I needed to alter our reservations and alter them back when our trip plans changed. The property feels private but still only 20 minutes from Downtown Juneau and I found it to be rather cozy. When we first walked in it was impeccably clean and even had relaxing music playing. Everything is thought of when it comes to basic needs and even a little extra. Overall, my husband and I would love to return in the future and The Cove will be the top of our list.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place ever!
We stayed at Bernadine’s lovely place for 5 nights. It was close to great hiking and Juneau. The view was beautiful, she had EVERYTHING a guest needed and more. The place was decorated with high quality furnishings and Bernadine was so welcoming as a host. She gave us great ideas of things to do and see and checked in with us to make sure we were comfortable. Book this place today and you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022