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Alaskan Retreat Near Matanuska Glacier & River!

Entire cottage in Sutton Alpine, AK

4 guests·1 bedroom·1 bathroom
4.7 · 3 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Private hiking trails and glacier vistas right outside your door

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Flat-screen TV and cozy kitchen amenities for relaxed evenings.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Right across from Matanuska Glacier, perfect base for adventures

Property details

Head to the Chugach Mountains for an incredible Alaskan adventure! Located just across the road from the Matanuska Glacier, this Sutton-Alpine cottage is the perfect home base for everything on your itinerary. Head out for an epic trek across the Matanuska Glacier, take a rafting trip down the Matanuska River, or try your luck at panning for gold! After an action-packed day, return to the 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental for a home-cooked meal and a night of incredible stargazing.

The space
Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Covered Porch | Private Hiking Trails

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress

COTTAGE FEATURES: Flat-screen TV, 4-person dining table, mountain view
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, coffee maker, trash bags & paper towels
GENERAL: Heated floors, linens & towels, complimentary toiletries, hangers
FAQ: 3 exterior stairs required for access, pet fee (paid pre-trip), no WiFi, no A/C, homeowner on-site (separate unit), 4WD/AWD recommended in winter
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking, RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $25 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 3 exterior stairs for access
- NOTE: This property does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: This property sleeps 2 guests in 1 bed, with room for 4 total by using the queen air mattress
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include WiFi access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is highly recommended in the winter months to access the property

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Patio or balcony

    Patio or balcony

  • TV

    TV

  • Hot water

    Hot water

  • Shampoo

    Shampoo

  • Essentials

    Essentials

Guest reviews

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Susan

cottage stay

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May 2026

The cottage itself was fine. The prospective view of the Glacier and mountains is promising except there are a lot of trees in the way....would recommend thinning the "forest" a bit for a better view. We slept very well. It is nice and quiet.

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Emma

Can’t wait to come back!

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July 2024

Had the pleasure of being here with some friends around the 4th of July! Cute little gem of a place out in Glacier View! Comfy bed, ample living space, corn-hole out back and the owner left s’more makings and hot chocolate. We got to meet Debbie and her family who live up the property and they are incredible hosts. Anything you need they got it taken care of. We can’t wait to come back to this beautiful place and stay with them again. 10/10 highly recommend!

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Lauren

Amazing Stay!

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July 2024

Stayed here with some friends over the fourth of July weekend. We came out for the Glacier View car launch, and I'm so glad we booked! The traffic coming from Anchorage was backed up for as far as I could see, but we were able to just drive down the road a few miles and park. I can't say enough good things about the hosts, who live in a separate residence farther up the hill. They are so incredibly kind, and have the best Alaskan stories! Out trip was immensely better for having the chance to get to know them. The cabin is cute and cozy, with a great selection of movies for the TV. This place is a gem, located right across from the glacier. Highly recommend!

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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