Denali Park Place - Alaskan elegance
About this bed and breakfast
Nestled in McKinley Park, this charming bed and breakfast for $505 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. I have lived in Alaska for 40 years and traveled by dog sled, kayak, small plane and boat throughout the state. I have been hosting guests from around the world since 2006, and love telling folks about Alaska. My sled dog Vincent is often available to be admired and petted if you've left your own pets at home and are in need of a "dog fix". Feasting on the homemade heirloom sourdough waffles is also a special treat! You do need your own transportation to stay here. There are no shuttles or taxis. Rooms are large and filled with natural light in a space made for mountain living. When it’s time to retire from the day, unwind in the open and airy living room and enjoy the panoramic views from large picture windows. The bedroom offers a sumptuous Queen-size bed, complete with a down comforter and loads of fluffy pillows. A living room sofa also unfolds into an inviting Queen-size bed. The fully equipped kitchen has spices, oils, teas and coffee (any mode you want to make it – drip, French press, programmable coffee maker) as well as flour and popcorn. You will also find all the fixings for traditional sourdough waffles. A hands-on experience, you are provided with everything you need to make your own delicious sourdough waffles! Sourdough was a staple in Alaska history and this heirloom sourdough comes with a fascinating history you can read about at Alaska’s Golden Spoon. (It is also featured in The Homesteader’s Handbook by Tricia Brown) The laundry room is equipped with a state-of-the-art washer and dryer, and laundry soap. The bathroom is stocked with towels, soap, shampoo and toilet paper – and even bubble bath for those inclined! The artwork that graces the walls are pieces I have collected since coming to Alaska in 1981. (and I love telling stories about every one of them!) A brochure with a brief history of each piece will make you too fall in love with the great artists of the Last Frontier! Hi-speed Internet and a large collection of Alaskan books will round out your entertainment needs. GUEST ACCESS You will have access to the entire upstairs of the house. The downstairs garage is merely storage and cleaning supplies, which we respectfully request no entrance. INTERACTION WITH GUESTS I live in a small cabin on the property. You can reach me by text or phone. I usually work mornings guiding tours in the park, and am usually available to answer questions or offer advice on the local area in the late afternoon and evenings. Contrary to most vacation rentals, there are NO additional cleaning fees on this property! Savor your own fresh prepared meals at home or visit one of the locally owned restaurants that abound. In fact, the renowned 229 Parks Restaurant & Tavern is just a short drive away – but be sure and make reservations well advance. Minutes away, Denali National Park offers visitors a variety of options from hikes to tours to experiences that will last a life time. Keywords:
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Ski in / Ski out
Garden
Map of McKinley Park, AK
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(213 Reviews)
5.0
Comfortable apartment 15 minutes south of Denali with well organized kitchen. Several little gifts to enhance our stay. Many Alaskan resources to read and artwork to enjoy! Only hiccup was directions said Trail and road sign said Loop. Will stay there again when we go back!
5.0
We had an absolutely wonderful time at Lisa's place. Just down the road from Denali National Park with all the comforts of home and then some! Lisa was half the adventure for us as we devoured her book on running the Iditarod while staying at her place. Even saw some of the dogs running by one morning on a practice run! 10/10 recommend, would absolutely stay again.
5.0
Staying here makes you feel like you know Alaska better than when you arrived. Everything you need is there and tastefully done. Lisa puts her heart and love of this land into a VRBO in a way I have not seen done before. Stay here and you will be glad you did!
5.0
Great host. Lisa could not have been more friendly and accommodating. The house is exactly as described. We really felt at home. We highly recommend this place.
5.0
The location was great. It was quiet and peaceful. The view was great from the second-floor location. Everything we needed was provided. Really liked meeting the Lisa and her dog, they were both wonderful.
5.0
Beautiful property close to Denali National Park. It had everything we needed with extra touches that made the stay feel like we were a welcome friend.
5.0
It is a lovely, exceptionally well equipped and stocked, place. Very clean and comfortable. Lisa is a very responsive and helpful host. And an amazing person too - we were so excited to meet her. Our daughter was most happy to be able to play with her dog and meet a puppy from a nearby kennel. We also attended a dog show there - highly recommend!
5.0
Our family of 4 really enjoyed our stay at this property. Located just a few miles from the Denali park entrance, it was convenient enough to reach the national park easily but is a distance away to have a much more private, serene setting. Everything inside was clean and as advertised. Highly recommended!
5.0
We stay there for two nights. The owner is a good communicator, and gave us very detailed instructions upfront. The house is clean and well organized.
10.0
We stayed for two nights while visiting Denali and it was perfect! The location is great, the vibe is outstanding and the few times we heard sled dogs it was amazing! The home was super clean, well laid out and full of thoughtful amenities. Stay here, you will love it!!!
5.0
We stayed for two nights while visiting Denali and it was perfect! The location is great, the vibe is outstanding and the few times we heard sled dogs it was amazing! The home was super clean, well laid out and full of thoughtful amenities. Stay here, you will love it!!!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay! Great location and views - not far from Denali Park and other excursions such as flight seeing and one of the mushing kennels. Also, the restaurants near by were delicious especially Creekside. The home is set up with all the essentials and then some! Certainly made our vacation one of our favorites. Lisa is super sweet and a great communicator! As my son said this is a 6 out of 5 star!
5.0
Property was wonderful - very clean, spacious and great location to both Denali National and State parks. Kitchen amenities were great - the gift and sourdough starter were an added bonus! Kids loved fresh sourdough pancakes in the morning! Thanks for sharing your home with us Lisa!!
5.0
This place is great all around if you want to visit Denali National Park and the surrounding area. Has everything you need, is clean and spacious. Love the large windows, decor and views. Highly recommend!
5.0
Beautiful, airy unit with views out each window.
Kitchen, bath, and laundry are beautifully appointed & immaculate. The host has put great care into the
space and is a real detail person. Enjoy beautiful Denali at this great property!
5.0
Loved this property! It is decorated so nice and inviting! We loved feeling like a local! Mountain view out each window and a natural environment! Close to Denali National Park entrance. Property owner and manager are wonderful! Thank you for allowing us to stay in this gem!!!
5.0
The property was nice and what we needed. The host was very hospitable. The host reminds me of how home share / vacation rentals began. There was a small welcome gift and a note. There was no LONG list of things that must be done upon checkout.
This is rural Alaska and there were a couple of requests to follow for the house and that is super reasonable.
The pantry had a few staples in it, which is so nice. The freezer had ICE CUBES!!! It may sound like a small thing, but for me it is one of the reasons (ice cubes and laundry) that I like a home over a hotel.
The one drawback would be there were no blackout shades. I have been to Alaska during perpetual light before and actually brought my own. It would just be a nice addition.
This property and its host is the experience the industry should be providing.
Job well done.
10.0
This was a great place for my husband, 2 teenagers and I. It is conveniently located about 10 minutes from the entrance to Denali. The picture windows highlight the surrounding beauty amazingly. Lisa was very quick to respond to any question or concern. Great place!
10.0
Lisa is a wonderful host for this great home. Perfect location and beautiful home in a secluded setting!
5.0
This was a great place for my husband, 2 teenagers and I. It is conveniently located about 10 minutes from the entrance to Denali. The picture windows highlight the surrounding beauty amazingly. Lisa was very quick to respond to any question or concern. Great place!
5.0
Lisa is a wonderful host for this great home. Perfect location and beautiful home in a secluded setting!
5.0
The place is very nice and in a great location to go into Denali. Lisa was wonderful host who is very helpful with everything to make your stay awesome.
10.0
Location was great. Close to park
View from house was awesome
Lisa the owner was very helpful with local tips and knowledge.
House was well stocked and comfortable.
5.0
Location was great. Close to park
View from house was awesome
Lisa the owner was very helpful with local tips and knowledge.
House was well stocked and comfortable.
5.0
Outstanding and beautiful property. The apartment in person is much nicer and larger than it appears online. I’ve stayed in a lot of rental properties, but I’ve never had one so thoroughly equipped with items. Coffee, tea, A LOT of cooking items, and an entirely stocked spice rack.
Another underrated thing I liked about this place is the covered front patio, which seems rare to have in the area. So, when it rains, which is does quite often in the area, you can still sit outside and enjoy being in the wilderness or listing to the area dog sled dogs howl (don’t worry, you can’t hear them while inside, and they’re not howling often. But when then do, it’s actually pretty cool. Listening to them just screams “Alaska”). I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
5.0
Really good place, Lisa is a fantastic host. A bit remote and felt like glamping with all the amenities. Our best stay in all of Alaska.
5.0
Wonderful quiet stay in the woods with easy access to Denali National Park. The host is friendly and helpful.
5.0
Delightful! Working with Lisa is delightful! Her property is thoughtfully designed, skillfully built and tastefully appointed. And Denali Place is located in a wonderful setting- a true gem.
When traveling to Denali National Park, make this your home base; it's a delightful! Thank you, Lisa!
5.0
Lisa's Cottage was perfect for our anniversary. We were only 10 miles away from the Park Entrance and went to the park every day. We loved hearing the sled dogs in the morning at the crack of dawn. Hearing the sled dogs howling in the distant background adds a unique charm to the experience. We were very happy with the check in process, Lisa's instructions made it easy to find the cottage and to access it. The cottage was clean and we made sure we didn't wear dirty shoes in the house, just like we do at our house. Lisa's cottage was a nice home away from home. We didn't have any issues.
Robert and Eileen.
5.0
This is a great place to stay for a trip to Denali! Easy to get to and Lisa is a great host! We stayed for 2 nights while visiting the park and had a blast. Incredible trip - would stay here again.
5.0
This is a one bedroom property with a sofa bed in the open plan lounge set on the second floor (suited a family groip of 3 adults). It has a cosy feel with fabulous views from every window! Lisa was an approachable hostess with valuable information to enable us to enjoy our Denali experience.
5.0
We've stayed in lots of VRBOs over the years and this is easily one of our favorite! Some feel more like a hotel, but this one really felt like a home. First impression was that it was VERY clean, you could smell it when you walked in! Second impression was that the home was warm and inviting; nice decor. Beautiful views out of all the windows. Lisa, the host, was very friendly and provided great insight into the area and things to do. The location was perfect; a short drive to the entrance of DNP. We hope to come back again!
5.0
Lisa was a wonderful host and we could not have been happier with our experience. The place was so clean and had everything we needed for our stay! The location was close to Denali, but we felt like we were in the middle of nowhere given the privacy of the lot. She clearly cared about us having the best experience possible and I would highly recommend staying here!
5.0
Clean, quiet, and relaxing. The cabin location is great. Enjoyed the view in every window. My family has a great time here! Communication is super helpful. Thanks Lisa!
5.0
The house was perfect to come back to after a day in Denali. It’s spacious and welcoming. Lisa went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed and was a gracious host. The views are also spectacular!
5.0
Close to park entrance, quiet, clean, easy access
5.0
We loved our stay here! Wish we had more time to chat with Lisa and learn more about all her Alaskan experiences!
5.0
A Cozy But Spacious Oasis
The house was perfect to come back to after a day in Denali. It’s spacious and welcoming. Lisa went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed and was a gracious host. The views are also spectacular!
5.0
Perfect!
An amazing place to stay! Exceptionally clean and quiet. Simply beautiful inside and out. We’ll be back!
5.0
Amazing stay with mountain views
Great base camp for my son and I to visit Denali and enjoy the area. Would love to have stayed longer and is so well set up for a rain day with videos, sourdough cakes, history and just so welcoming! Very clean, modern conveniences yet cabin stay in the woods! Would definitely come back! Thanks Lisa!!
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in McKinley Park?
The average price for a rental in McKinley Park is $321 per night. This rental is $184 above the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Denali Park Place - Alaskan elegance. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Denali Park Place - Alaskan elegance pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Denali Park Place - Alaskan elegance?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and dishwasher.
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