'Snowshoe Cabin' w\/ Gas Grill: Fish & Hike!
About this cabin rental
Nestled in Big Lake, this lovely cabin for $230 per night is a great option for your next vacation. The rustic charm of this secluded Wasilla vacation rental sets the perfect backdrop for a blissful Alaskan escape! Boasting 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, this cabin comes complete with a gas grill, in-unit laundry machines, a wide game collection, and a spacious yard surrounded by woods and wildlife. Look forward to fishing on Big Lake, visiting the world-famous Iditarod Headquarters, or getting lost in the beauty of Chugach State Park! After your adventures, head back to unwind with the ones you love. -- THE PROPERTY -- Snow Trails Nearby | Free WiFi | ~11 Mi to The Iditarod No matter the season, this cabin is perfect for adventurous groups seeking privacy and easy access to outdoor fun! Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): 2 Twin Beds HOME FEATURES: Flat-screen TV w/ cable, DVD player w/ movie collection, board games & puzzles, dining table, rustic mountain decor, gas grill KITCHEN: Well-equipped w/ cooking basics & spices, drip coffee maker, dishware & flatware, tea kettle, microwave GENERAL: Linens & towels, complimentary toiletries, washer & dryer, gas heating, hair dryer, keyless entry, trash bags & paper towels FAQ: Entry steps required, unfenced yard w/ wildlife, no A/C PARKING: Driveway (10 vehicles), RV & trailer parking allowed on-site -- THE LOCATION -- BIG LAKE (15.7 miles): Fishing (trout, pike, arctic char), swimming, boating, picnicking, wildlife viewing LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS: Knik Museum & Mushers Hall of Fame (3.8 miles), The Iditarod (11.2 miles), Museum of Alaska Transportation (12.3 miles), Wasilla Museum & Visitors Center (13.5 miles), The Musk Ox Farm (26.4 miles), Eklutna Historical Park (29.2 miles) HIKING: Scout Loop Ridge Trail (11.2 miles), Wasilla Creek Boardwalk Trail (20.3 miles), Matanuska Lake Trailhead (20.7 miles), Lazy Mountain Trailhead (30.6 miles), Thunderbird Falls (32.6 miles) OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: iFishAlaska Guide Service (10.7 miles), Newcomb Park Wasilla Lake (14.5 miles), Fish Creek Park (15.5 miles), Valley River Charters (15.5 miles), Mirror Lake Park (31.9 miles), Chugach State Park (32.7 miles), Nancy Lake State Recreation Area (35.7 miles) AIRPORT: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (61.6 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property may not be suitable for young children due to the unfenced yard and presence of wildlife - NOTE: This property requires 3 stairs to enter, which may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: Please do not clean/gut fish at the property. Any fish must be cleaned at the river to avoid bears/wildlife from coming on the property - NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Garden
Map of Big Lake, AK
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(15 Reviews)
5.0
We live in a similar cozy house in the woods, and we felt right at home in the Snowshoe Cabin! Everything we needed was there. The seclusion was wonderful. I couldn’t imagine staying in a hotel when this option is available. A bit out of town, but absolutely worth the drive to get out of the din and garish lights of town!
5.0
The amenities were great. It was so quiet. Having a washer and drying was wonderful. Clay and his wife were friendly and very responsive to any questions we had. They had a well-organized list of restaurants and places to visit. The kitchen and bathroom had everything you needed. (At least 5-6 shampoos and hair products.) The WiFI worked very well. The only issue we had was finding the place! There is no road sign. So when your GPS gets close go under the powerlines and immediately turn RT after the 35 miles an hour sign. Don't let the construction materials next door bother you as they are working on creating another beautiful place.
5.0
Stayed at Snowshoe while we fished for silvers in the little susitna river for three days. Outstanding accommodation with very personable and friendly hosts!
5.0
The privacy was wonderful and the host went out of his way to recommend activities and local knowledge of area
5.0
The cabin was wonderful and host was as well. Rustic quiet cabin in the woods was great for relaxing after day of sightseeing. Clay was so nice and flexible and left us moose smoked sausage in the freezer to try, it was wonderful. He gave us great suggestions for places to visit and eat. They were all very good. The cabin was centrally located to the sights we wanted to see except Denali which was a little further but well worth the drive.
5.0
We stayed here for our daughter’s graduation/18th birthday gift. It was ideal as a cozy base from which to go to Hatcher Pass (fresh snow!), Denali, Talkeetna, up the Seward Highway to Portage Glacier, over to the Matanuska Glacier, and so many other points of interest. Clay was responsive and made helpful suggestions for what to do and where to eat. We would GLADLY come back!
5.0
The location, cabin and owners can’t be beat :) The hospitality is second to none. Definitely will recommend!
5.0
Enjoyed our stay in this lovely cabin in the woods, it feels very private. Lots of wildlife, we heard the wolves most evenings and we spotted moose footprints around the cabin. The cabin is out on the peninsula West of Wasilla, so a 2 hours or so each way drive to the big attractions - Talkeenta, Whittier and the Mantanuska glacier.
5.0
We loved everything about the cute, cozy cabin! Beds were comfy, kitchen was stocked well to make it easy to cook in, scriptures throughout encouraged our day, and it was so peaceful. Would highly recommend it!
5.0
The main bedroom downstairs has a Queen bed but this room also contains the water heater and the washer/dryer in a modified closet with no door. This is convenient, but if you're a very light sleeper, the pinging noises that all water heaters make when heating up might be an issue. The water is supplied from a well and has a slight mineral water smell and moderately strong taste. The owner furnished bottled water, which was a nice touch. Unlike many well systems, this one has fantastic water pressure. An adjacent house to the north (100 yards away) is unoccupied and under renovation, so looks rather sloppy, but the area around the rental is very nicely attended. The driveway to the property (a shared one for 3 houses) is unmarked. To find it, turn right (north) on the first driveway you see after crossing east to west under massive power lines that cross the nicely maintained gravel road . Heat is supplied from a single source, but with strategic use of ceiling fans and a supplied floor fan, you can get the house quite uniform in temperature, easily. Bathroom is clean and plenty of towels were provided. Free WiFi is provided. Veriizon cellular signal is strong. If you like private, remote, and clean -- with all the usual modern amenitied -- this is your house.
5.0
WOW AMAZING
What a GREAT cabin !!! I couldn’t have been more happy to have found a great cabin very centrally located!! It was an amazing place to stay!
5.0
Great location and beautiful surroundings. Worst thing was the terrible mosquitos!
4.0
When I booked the cabin I did not realize the landscape pictures were in the winter time with snow covered landscape. The truth is the spring time landscape is a different picture! There is ongoing construction around the cabin which detracts from what is an incredible cabin which was well equipped with amenities we didn’t expect. Once the construction is completed it will be a 5 star place. It’s ideally located for exploration of both the northern side and the southern side of Anchorage….. and we had several encounters with the residential moose in the area. The owner is exceptional…. Great communication and a pleasure to deal with. Would I stay here again? Absolutely yes….
5.0
Cabin was great and close enough places we visited. Enjoyed very much.
4.0
Sweet cabin very well equipped but….
When I booked the cabin I did not realize the landscape pictures were in the winter time with snow covered landscape. The truth is the spring time landscape is a different picture! There is ongoing construction around the cabin which detracts from what is an incredible cabin which was well equipped with amenities we didn’t expect. Once the construction is completed it will be a 5 star place. It’s ideally located for exploration of both the northern side and the southern side of Anchorage….. and we had several encounters with the residential moose in the area. The owner is exceptional…. Great communication and a pleasure to deal with. Would I stay here again? Absolutely yes….
5.0
Delightful Little Cabin
Cabin was great and close enough places we visited. Enjoyed very much.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Big Lake?
The average price for a rental in Big Lake is $231 per night. This rental is $1 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at 'Snowshoe Cabin' w\/ Gas Grill: Fish & Hike!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is 'Snowshoe Cabin' w\/ Gas Grill: Fish & Hike! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at 'Snowshoe Cabin' w\/ Gas Grill: Fish & Hike!?
We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and garden.
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