As the largest and one of the least populated states in the country, Alaska is a place where you’ll often see more wildlife than people, and there are practically countless options for vacationing here and nearly as many cabin rentals. Whether you want a cabin that’s convenient to the capital city of Juneau or Anchorage, the biggest city in Alaska, you’re looking for that idyllic remote wilderness experience or something in between, you’ll find it here. These offerings provide some of the best you’ll find no matter what your idea of an Alaskan escape.
Cozy Alaskan Log Cabin - Fairbanks
Tucked into the woods just five miles from Fairbanks, this top-rated cabin in the U.S. is an ideal spot to make your Alaskan wilderness dream come true. It’s a semi-dry cabin, which means it’s a bit like glamping, with the shower outdoors and the bathroom an outhouse, but you will have running water in the full kitchen. It also has a fire pit for hot dogs and marshmallows roasting along with trails for hiking and abundant wildlife, including moose that often come to drink from the pond.
Relax with Amazing 360° Views From a Tiny Cabin - Palmer
Glacier Breeze Cabin is a tiny cabin with big views in the Knik River Valley. Ideal for a couple or solo traveler, look forward to 360° views of the Chugach Mountains and watching moose wander by right outside the window. Much of the year you might even get to gaze out at the colorful Northern Lights dancing above before cozying up to the warmth of a fire in the wood-burning stove. The cabin also comes with free and fast Wi-Fi, a 32″ HDTV with Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Amazon Prime Video, and an Alexa Dot Bluetooth sound system. A very well-equipped kitchen with a drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee machine is included too.
Nana's Cabin - Talkeetna
The quintessential log cabin in the woods, Nana’s Cabin is located four miles from Talkeetna, a small town in the shadows of Mount Denali that was founded at the height of the gold rush. Enjoy a secluded location surrounded by tall trees next to a private pond that’s ideal for swimming and canoeing during the warmer months with a complimentary canoe included. Sunsets are magical, and wildlife is abundant. If you come during the winter, expect a snowy wonderland with opportunities for ice skating and skiing. You’ll have all the essentials, including a full kitchen and BBQ grill, a washer/dryer, and even a game console.
Aurora Adventures Northern Lights Cabin - North Pole
Many people dream of being able to witness the northern lights, and if you’re one of them, you’ll definitely want to book this cozy cabin. It sits in a perfect spot to catch Mother Nature’s show, and the hosts run a tour company which means it will be easy to join all sorts of excursions too. Located in the town of North Pole near Fairbanks, it includes one bedroom and one loft, accommodating up to four guests, and has a large deck for aurora watching. There’s also a full kitchen with everything you need to cook your own meals, a living room with a TV, DVD player and movies, a washer/dryer, and Wi-Fi.
Blueberry Cabin, Minutes from Auke Bay - Juneau
Nestled in the forest along the coast in one of the best areas of Juneau, book the Blueberry Cabin, and you’ll be just a short drive from downtown and only a 5-minute walk from a fabulous beach. Sleeping up to three, it offers lots of historic charm that includes beams that came from a houseboat and a clawfoot tub that once belonged to a miner’s cabin. Modern comforts are included too, like a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, and a washing machine.
The Bear Cub Cabin - Moose Pass
The historic Bear Cub Cabin was originally built by Alaskan gold miners in the early 1900s and reconstructed in 2016. It’s nestled in the Chugach National Forest, providing an ideal base for those who want to enjoy all that the Kenai Peninsula offers while being close to the charming town of Moose Pass and Cooper Landing’s famous world-class king salmon fishing. Seaside Seward is just over a 30-minute drive away. It sleeps up to two and includes Wi-Fi and a full kitchen with a Keurig coffee machine.
Kasiana Island Cabin - Sitka
This one-bedroom cabin comes with a fireplace and accommodates up to five. It’s located in the wildlife-filled Sitka Sound, and from the deck out front, you can watch minks that frequently frolic across the beach and otters feasting in the cove. You’ll have three complimentary kayaks for paddling out in the water too, where everything from seals and sea lions to whales and bald eagles can be spotted. This remote rental can only be accessed by boat, but the host offers transportation for an additional fee.
Private Awesome View Chalet - Moose Pass
Nestled in the forest overlooking a turquoise lake and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, this luxurious chalet-style cabin is just 90 minutes from Anchorage, 30 minutes from Seward and 15 minutes from Copper Landing, renowned for world-class fishing. It accommodates five and includes all the essentials, with upscale features like a hot tub, fireplace, and kayaks. A full-stocked kitchen with everything you need to make your own meals and a satellite TV with a DVD player are included too.
Pioneer Cabin, Wilderness Kachemak Bay - Seldovia
You can be just steps from sandy beaches where otters play, and whales breach during the summer by booking the Pioneer Cabin. It’s an ideal spot for those who want to watch wildlife, with countless bald eagles spotted throughout the year too. A complimentary rowboat and kayaks are also available. After a day of exploring, come back and relax in the shared hot tub and then gather around a campfire to watch a glorious sunset before gazing up at the stars. Fall asleep to a peaceful soundtrack of the surf. There’s a hammock for napping, a kitchenette, and a BBQ grill for cookouts too.
Lake Front Rental With Mountain Views - Nelchina
Located in the small community of Nelchina on Schooner Lake, about 2.5 hours from Anchorage, this cabin accommodates five and offers gorgeous views of the Chugach Mountains and the lake which attracts a wide range of wildlife, including the occasional bear, moose, caribou, beaver, fox, and migrating birds like loons and eagles. You’ll have direct access to canoeing and swimming, and in the winter months, cross-country skiing. A short hike around the lake brings a spectacular view of the Nelchina River from on top of the bluff. It includes a large bedroom with a king-size bed, a washer/dryer, and south-facing windows for views and abundant light from every room.
Ranger's Cabin, a Tiny Alaskan Cabin in the Woods - Healy
Located on the ancestral lands of the Tanana Athabascan people, the Ranger’s Cabin offers a secluded setting surrounded by unspoiled wilderness just 20 minutes north of Denali National Park. Look forward to beautiful mountain views and frequent moose sightings. While relaxing on the screened-in porch, you can watch and listen for everything from owls and eagles to loons, trumpeter swans, sandhill cranes, and ptarmigan. The cabin sleeps up to four guests and has a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, and a TV with Roku. During the warmer months, from around mid-May through early September, you’ll have a hot outdoor shower that’s perfect after a long day in the national park too.
Family Friendly Lake Front Retreat - Nikiski
This two-bedroom lakefront rental is just 20 minutes from Kenai, surrounded by the Alaskan wilds, set directly on March Lake with access to Douglas Lake, both of which are stocked with rainbow trout. Complimentary fishing poles are included. It accommodates up to five, best for a family with an open-floor concept that includes a loft area upstairs, with an open bedroom. The kitchen has all the essentials, including all stainless steel appliances, and there’s a large deep freezer in the garage that’s perfect for freezing the fish you catch too.
Summer Vacation Cabin - Ketchikan
Overlooking the marina at the mouth of George and Carroll Inlets edging one of the state’s major salmon runs, this cabin enjoys a prime position for watching the many bears that inhabit Ketchikan. It will also put you close to Alaska Canopy tours for whizzing through the trees and bear watching, and you’ll be steps from the marina if you want to rent watercraft or enjoy a local bar for burgers, beer, and occasional bluegrass music. it includes a full kitchen, Wi-Fi and cable TV.
