The Lookout

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

About this chalet rental

Nestled in Alaska, this lovely chalet for £311 per night is a great choice for your next break. Perched on a bluff with 180 deg views of Cook Inlet and Kachemak Bay. In the backdrop, Alaska’s Ring of Fire volcanos, Augustine, Iliamna, Redoubt, and Mnt. Douglas. Privacy of 2 acres of outdoor entertainment and only 2 minutes from Homer’s nightlife, fine dining, shops, and art galleries. Comfortable for parties up to 6 and cozy enough for a couples getaway. 1200 sq ft open concept home perfect for socializing and entertaining indoors or out. Breath-taking views from every room to watch ships, fishing boats, whales, eagles, and other wildlife. The home is located on a bluff, the edge is protected by fencing. Only minutes from the Diamond Creek Trailhead and beach park. Turning left off the Sterling Highway across from Diamond Ridge Road is the access to this trail. You can park here and add a mile or so to your hike or drive down to the trailhead. The trail will lead you through the forest, alders, and tall grass meadows along the bluff before descending to the beach.

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Alaska

Nearby attractions

Ye Olde Shaggy Shack

303.37 miles

Nenana Cultural Center

348.86 miles

The Lookout

4.9

Outstanding(24 Reviews)

Chalet in Alaska

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsKitchen / Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more

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About this chalet rental

Amenities

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Dishwasher

Map of Alaska

Nearby attractions

Ye Olde Shaggy Shack

303.37 miles

Nenana Cultural Center

348.86 miles

Reviews

4.9/5.0

Outstanding(24 Reviews)

5.0

Sep 2023

Very comfortable home, nice appliances and artistic touches. But of course the views are everything. Whether outside on the deck, inside in the bedrooms, or just sitting at the kitchen table, the views are fantastic. Sunrises, sunsets, and eagles in between. Unforgettable.

4.0

Aug 2023

Our stay was amazing. The home was well kept and clean. There was an issue with the electrical down stairs. A lot of lights and outlets were not workin - we did notified the owner. Other than that the stay was beyond what we expected. The views cannot be matched. We’re planing on coming back in a year or two and I will definitely look into staying here again.

5.0

Aug 2023

Spent a lot of time just enjoying the views and the quiet.

5.0

Aug 2023

Nice property with everything we needed. Outstanding views of the bay and close to Homer. Would definitely stay there again!!

5.0

Jul 2023

Lauran and her home are truly amazing! She’s very responsive to messages and she cares about her guests and their experience! The views are spectacular from inside and outside the home! We saw a bald eagle and Mt. Redoubt from the deck. Mosquitos were non existent as we were able to enjoy bbq’ing, socializing, and a nice fire in the back yard. Be sure to bring firewood! Lauran has a lot covered: matches, binoculars, bear spray, even a Bluetooth speaker! I’d definitely rent Lauran’s place again! Her home is located 10-15 min from Homer and is in a nice neighborhood. I always felt safe!

5.0

Aug 2022

What a great place to stay! The views and house are fabulous! I would defiantly stay again and recommend anyone to stay here!

5.0

Aug 2022

The house was fantastic and the view was exceptional!! Very clean and fully stocked. We had a wonderful time. I would book it again!!

5.0

Jul 2022

The Lookout exceeded our expectations! The house is so well stocked and equipped with everything you could need. Bedrooms are amazingly comfortable, black out blinds are truly appreciated!! The deck was such a great place to gather and relax. The grounds were beautifully maintained and bursting with colors of the season and last but of course not last, the views were magnificent!! On a clear day we could see 5 volcanoes!! Great location close to Homer and the spit but far enough away from all the distractions. The Lookout is a magical location, we will cherish those memories forever.

5.0

Jul 2022

Our family had a wonderful time at The Lookout! The views were amazing, the property was well-maintained, and loved the king beds in every bedroom. 10/10!

5.0

Jul 2022

Adorable place with amazing views

Adorable place with amazing views

Did not disappoint! Have done lots of VRBOs and this one was great! Loved the quietness and views, lots of extras for convenience from BBQ to ice cooler to cooking spices- had everything we needed to come and relax and cook our fresh caught fish after a long day on the water

5.0

Jul 2022

Love the Lookout

Love the Lookout

Our family had a wonderful time at The Lookout! The views were amazing, the property was well-maintained, and loved the king beds in every bedroom. 10/10!

5.0

May 2022

The view is wonderful! It was trip to remember. Staying in the lookout made it more special.

5.0

Aug 2021

Spectacular Views, Great home

Spectacular Views, Great home

This was a very nice home on a bluff with amazing views of Cook Inlet. The house was spotlessly clean, the king beds were very comfortable with great sheets and pillows, and there was plentiful hot water and good water pressure. The washer and dryer worked great. A clarification: This house is definitely not "2 minutes from Homer". It is 7.5 miles (15 minutes by car) to Homer Brewing Company in town (go there!), and 11.5 miles (20 minutes by car) to the Salty Dawg. Not an issue for us, but if you really want a place 2 minutes to town, this isn't it. The views across the sound are great, but because of the dense plant growth all around, you can't see the bluff or the beach (you don't really get a sense that you are on top of a cliff). Maybe the aerial/drone photos gave us slightly different expectations. Overall, a great place to stay and we would stay again. We recommend this to others.

5.0

Aug 2021

Great time in homer. Views were amazing. Yard is overgrown from when pictures were taken.

5.0

Jul 2021

Anniversary trip

Anniversary trip

Great time in homer. Views were amazing. Yard is overgrown from when pictures were taken.

5.0

Jun 2021

Friends Getaway

Friends Getaway

This property is exactly as listed and even more beautiful. Our group of three couples stayed for two nights. We’d wished we’d had more time in Homer. We enjoyed dinner and shopping at the Spit and then hiked the Diamond Trail which we walked to from the property. Unfortunately the neighbors dog followed us all the way to the highway so even though the dogs are sweet they were a nuisance so I’d suggest either driving to the trail or find a way to inform the neighbor ahead of time so the dogs are put away. Everything we needed was at the property. Lots of dishes, utensils and anything needed to make meals. There was also binoculars and a fishing pole available to use. The views were amazing. I’d highly recommend this place and hope to return.

5.0

Mar 2021

This is our new favorite place to stay in Homer. Super quiet and the scenery is breathtaking!!!

5.0

Mar 2021

Breathtaking

Breathtaking

This is our new favorite place to stay in Homer. Super quiet and the scenery is breathtaking!!!

5.0

Feb 2021

Cozy, comfortable and relaxing

Cozy, comfortable and relaxing

Beautiful view with a lovely deck, comfortable living space and super comfy beds. The kitchen is extremely well stocked. Great place that relax. Will stay again for sure!

3.0

Aug 2019

Nice house, but not what was expected

Nice house, but not what was expected

We enjoyed the home, but had concerns with some of the amenities. Due to the unseasonably hot summer the house was very difficult to keep ventilated. There was no screens in the windows so when opening we had to be extra cautious with the kiddos, and could not keep the bugs out. All the flowering trees attracted bees so it was a challenge. Also, the neighbors dogs jumped in and out of the downstairs windows. We would rate the cleanliness at a two as there were bugs in all the window sills and cobwebs throughout the upstairs. The online description was misleading as it pertained to community involvement. We thought we would be much closer to the downtown area. The description stated it was 2 minutes away; it is more a 15 minute drive. Also, the picture shows a rocky beach where we thought we would have beach access, and sadly this was not the case. Concluding thoughts, the house has beautiful views and maybe the above concerns would be different on a cold Alaskan day.

3.0

Aug 2019

We enjoyed the home, but had concerns with some of the amenities. Due to the unseasonably hot summer the house was very difficult to keep ventilated. There was no screens in the windows so when opening we had to be extra cautious with the kiddos, and could not keep the bugs out. All the flowering trees attracted bees so it was a challenge. Also, the neighbors dogs jumped in and out of the downstairs windows. We would rate the cleanliness at a two as there were bugs in all the window sills and cobwebs throughout the upstairs.The online description was misleading as it pertained to community involvement. We thought we would be much closer to the downtown area. The description stated it was 2 minutes away; it is more a 15 minute drive. Also, the picture shows a rocky beach where we thought we would have beach access, and sadly this was not the case.Concluding thoughts, the house has beautiful views and maybe the above concerns would be different on a cold Alaskan day.

5.0

Jul 2019

The Lookout - Homer AK

The Lookout - Homer AK

This is a beautiful vacation home perched overlooking the bay and mountain vistas of the Kenai peninsula. Beautiful wrap around decks, and picture windows framing this beautiful vista, make it hard to leave. This home has absolutely everything you could want in a vacation property, and the care of the owner shows in its excellent state of repair. Again, the only negative was having to leave this slice of heaven and go home!

5.0

May 2019

This location gives you a 270 degree view of the bay. The house itself was immaculately clean and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. The best VRBO rental we've ever experienced.

5.0

May 2019

Amazing Views and Thoughtful Touches

Amazing Views and Thoughtful Touches

This location gives you a 270 degree view of the bay. The house itself was immaculately clean and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. The best VRBO rental we've ever experienced.

5.0

May 2019

Check-in was smooth & easy. The stay was very peaceful. We saw eagles, sandhill cranes & friendly neighborhood dogs. We watch fishing charters leaving & returning. View of mountains & volcanos is wonderful. Only unpleasant thing was the lawn service showed up around 4:30pm & stayed for a very noisy hour.

5.0

May 2019

The view is breathtaking!

The view is breathtaking!

5.0

Apr 2019

great place

great place

Great place with spectacular views of sunrise and sunsets. This was a nice relaxing visit

5.0

Mar 2019

This place truly was the lookout. Very wonderful scenery!! The bedrooms had amazing views and everything was very clean! The kitchen was fully stocked with all the cooking tools we needs for our weekend at a home away from home! Very much recommended!!

5.0

Mar 2019

The Lookout

The Lookout

5.0

Sep 2018

Fantastic!

Fantastic!

Wonderful experience, beautiful home!

5.0

Sep 2018

Great views, beautiful yard, nicely decorated and appointed retreat!

Great views, beautiful yard, nicely decorated and appointed retreat!

Everything inside and out looked as good or better than the photos. There was a lot of pretty green vegetation around the house, and a nice lawn, which I guess was not present when the photos were taken. We requested a change of beds (two twins instead of a king) in one of the rooms, and everything was perfect upon check-in. Beds were comfy, towels were plentiful, the kitchen had everything we needed. The yard has a nice fire pit which we used for s'mores while we watched the stunning sunset. The deck is nice, but my only caveat is that the "railing" is an attractive but unsubstantial nautically themed net. I started leaning on it a bit when talking to someone below, and almost went over. I clearly was not paying close enough attention to what I was doing, but it might be a hazard to kids or others who are distracted. Since no one was hurt, it seemed like a minor point. We would definitely want to stay there again if we were visiting Homer!

5.0

Sep 2018

Everything inside and out looked as good or better than the photos. There was a lot of pretty green vegetation around the house, and a nice lawn, which I guess was not present when the photos were taken. We requested a change of beds (two twins instead of a king) in one of the rooms, and everything was perfect upon check-in. Beds were comfy, towels were plentiful, the kitchen had everything we needed. The yard has a nice fire pit which we used for smores while we watched the stunning sunset. The deck is nice, but my only caveat is that the railing is an attractive but unsubstantial nautically themed net. I started leaning on it a bit when talking to someone below, and almost went over. I clearly was not paying close enough attention to what I was doing, but it might be a hazard to kids or others who are distracted. Since no one was hurt, it seemed like a minor point. We would definitely want to stay there again if we were visiting Homer!

FAQs

How much does this chalet cost compared to others in Alaska?

The average price for a rental in Alaska is £155 per night. This rental is £156 above the average.

Is parking included with this chalet?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Lookout. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this chalet?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this chalet. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Lookout pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this chalet is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Lookout?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony / patio.

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About this chalet rental

Amenities

Map of Alaska

Nearby attractions

The Lookout

Chalet in Alaska

Reasons to book

About this chalet rental

Amenities

Map of Alaska

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this chalet cost compared to others in Alaska?

Is parking included with this chalet?

Is there a pool at this chalet?

Is The Lookout pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Lookout?

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