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Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience the magic of Alaska at this eco-friendly home, where green biodiesel heating warms you up after a day of ice fishing and snow machining. With Denali Park just a short drive away, explore summer access to Hatcher's Pass for breathtaking views and gold panning opportunities or head to Wasilla for shopping and dining experiences.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly

Experience Alaska year-round! Enjoy snowmachining and ice fishing in winter, or head to Hatcher Pass in summer for stunning views and gold panning. This cozy forest home is a perfect basecamp—just 30 minutes from Wasilla’s dining and shopping, and great for day trips to Denali. The home is heated with a reliable system built for Alaska’s winters. Just a heads-up: Being a bit off the grid, short power outages can happen (usually 1–3 hours). I respond quickly if there’s ever a longer one. The house is equipped with safety lighting and winter-ready features. WiFi is available but speeds may be limited.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
5 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are fine so long as you clean behind them.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Willow Lake Chalet Pets Families welcome
Willow Lake Chalet, Pets and Families Welcome Chalet
Willow Lake Chalet, Pets and Families Welcome Willow
Willow Lake Chalet, Pets and Families Welcome Chalet Willow

About the area

Map
Willow, AK

What's nearby

  • Willow Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Willow Community Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gene Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Long Lake - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Willow Creek State Recreation Area - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lead Dog Espre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roni's Chinook Deli and Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Trailside Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Willow Trading Post - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Willow Trading Post - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly located?

Located in the mountains, this Willow chalet offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mile (2 km) of Willow Lake, Gene Lake and Ruth Lake. Willow Community Center and Willow Public Library are also within 15 minutes.

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Willow Forest Cabin with Sauna, Pet and Family Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

ganymede

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to the main road the fireplace
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Loveland, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Willow!

Nice place for our short stay in Willow. Property Manager (JR) was fantastic to work with...great communication and tried to ensure all our needs were met prior to arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ideal location

Great location for snowmobiling, biking,X-county skiing and ice skating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D., Eliot, ME

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

House is in great location and is comfortable. Also had a lot of extras in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow RVBO

Very nice property, the second bathroom is very small but functional. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice comfortable place. Thanks JD we'll be back.

Very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kindra H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaway

Jerry was an amazing host! House was clean and cozy. Plenty of parking for big trailers, cars and snowmachines! Will definitely be staying here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Celebrating wedding and first birthday

Description in ad, location, facility itself were all just as described and just as we wanted. The only negatives were more extra blankets and towels and washcloths would have been welcome. Having 2 beds, 2 baths was a great big extra. Kitchen had plenty of dishes/appliances.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very clean, easy to access, quite neighborhood

cabin was very clean, it is easy to access of the highway, neighborhood is extremely quite, situated nicely between Denali and Anchorage, recommend as a place to consider staying in, Jerry is easy to reach is you have any questions, and he is easy to work with, we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yury S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Great place, convenient location between the main attractions of Alaska! Very cozy homely atmosphere of the house absolutely disposes for relaxation and unforgettable impressions! Fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lucia a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Weekend Getaway

This was a great getaway for our family..close to the ice fishing & xc skiing adventures we had planned. We enjoyed the open house plan. It was clean and comfortable. The owner was easy to communicate with, and got back to us promptly with any questions we had and even checked in with us to make sure everything was going well. We really enjoyed our time here and would definetly come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow

Very clean, some minor things need fixing. No address on house, hard to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow

Very nice property. Home owner was very prompt to get back with us when we messaged. We had a great stay. A friend of ours bought a place in Willow and unknowingly this rental was right across the street from his, so needless to say it made for a great visit. Got a glimpse of Denali from right in front of the hardware store in town. It is also close to a lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Philicia M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

June 2021 stay

Easy to rent. Decent price. Good location. When we arrived, we discovered only 1 roll of toilet paper in master bathroom. None in main bathroom. Contacted JD and he was very apologetic. Delivered a package immediately. Everything pretty clean except oven. That was too dirty to use. Clean bedding and linens. Kitchen well equipped with dishes, utensils, pots, appliances.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy, Cozy Family Retreat

We stayed 2 weeks and will stay here again. Our host was great at communicating and easy to reach. The home is full of personal touches for comfort. Soft, cozy throw blankets and pillows, hot chocolate, coffee & tea provided. Kitchen was stocked with basic supplies as well as laundry detergent and bathroom personal hygiene products. They offer a boot dryer and hooks by the heater for cold weather gear. The drive was plowed early morning after a big snow fall, so we didn't have to wait to leave. The beds had warmers on them for cozy nights. They offer several toys and books for younger kids as well as soppy cups and even hooded bath towels. The outdoor space offered a fire pit, grill and picnic table. TV, internet and security system as well as full laundry room offers all the conveniences you hope for. The large open floor plan is ideal for family. The neighborhood is lovely and surrounds a lake. A convenience store and pizza shop are close by as well as a community center. We will be recommending this home to all our family and friends who visit Alaska.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

Another great stay here. The property owner is quick to respond to any need.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Annual 4th of July Adventure w/Grandkiddos

Very comfortable property and room for all of us to sit and eat together as well as play together. The three dogs loved the huge front yard and had a blast running around. Nice firepit outside to sit around and enjoy each other every night roasting marshmellows! The property was very close to as listed. The only exception was that it is two streets over from the lake so not really a "cabin on the lake". Took us 2 days to find the lake; I would recommend a little walking map so others find it easier. It was great to have two bathrooms. The drawback on those was there was no hot water in the small bathroom connected to the purple bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow cabin

Nice cabin with all the amenities. Owner is easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cabin, lots of extras

We really enjoyed our stay. There were a lot of extras that other rentals don't think about. The owners had extra things for people traveling with kids, extra items for cooking. Extra shampoos, personal hygiene items. We enjoyed being out in the woods but not too far from the main road. Loved the location for fishing. There was a nice fire pit. There was even a boot dryer. Close to nice rivers to fish.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willow, Alaska vacation

We had a very nice time at this house for two weeks. It had plenty of room and everything we needed. Nice area to walk around. Jerry was great. Answered right away to any questions we had. Not far to Wasilla or Talkeetna. Would stay there again and would recommend.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place - will go back again!!!

This was an excellent house with all the right touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Bit of Paradise !!!

The Chateau was a perfect place to stay . It was very clean, very nicely furnished ,extremely comfortable . The scenery around was absolutely beautiful ! The owner was exceptional , could not of asked for anyone any nicer , helpful , or more thoughtful to us and our needs , Would love to stay there again. It was perfect.! In fact, we will be staying there again. Couldn't have been more perfect Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classic Alaska Rental Property

It had everything we needed for a work trip. Having the amenities of home made it much more practical than in another type of vacation rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay in Willow Alaska

The cabin was really nice we enjoyed our trip it had everything we needed. I would recommend this cabin to others.

10/10 Excellent

Dominic S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy little house.

Communication with property manager was good. Check in time was noon, however we had to wait an hour because the cleaning lady was still cleaning. Everything else was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021