Holiday rentals with a kayak in Matanuska-Susitna Borough

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The lake provided a lot of entertainment for us when we were just hanging out at the house. We used the 2 kayaks and canoe quite a bit to fish or just paddle around the lake. The swans were out a few times too. We also enjoyed making s’mores in the really nice fire pit (bring your own s’mores ingredients & firewood). The kitchen was well stocked for cooking with lots of appliances provided. Beds were very comfy! 2 bedrooms had an amazing view of the lake (master and one queen), while the other 2 rooms had televisions. The master bathroom was very spacious and had dual shower heads. Make sure to follow the directions Daniel provides when checking in because Google Maps does not have an accurate location for the house, but we found out that Apple Maps worked great. Location was good, only 10 minutes from stores and restaurants, but felt very secluded and peaceful. Would absolutely stay here again if we ever find ourselves back in Alaska!

This house was stunning— inside and out. What a great view for Alaska! The space had a modern aesthetic—clean lines, comfortable furniture, and thoughtful touches throughout. The bed was super comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed (plus a few extras). Check-in was smooth, and the host was friendly and responsive. If you're looking for a place with an incredible view, clean and modern vibes, and a peaceful atmosphere, this is it. I’d absolutely stay here again.

I travelled to Anchorage for a conference, with my research group (1 colleague, 3 grad students, 1 post-doc). Given the location, we stayed for an extra 4 days, and most of us went with our wives. Jessica's large house was an excellent choice for our group. The location is residential, very peaceful, located only a few miles from downtown. The house has 5 large bedrooms plus a smaller one. The dining table is huge, and the kitchen is well equipped for a large group. Two in our group are players, so the piano saw lots of action. Wonderful house for a large group, and great value. Highly recommendable if you have your own vehicle.

There aren’t adequate words to say for Troy’s place! It is amazingly beautiful and relaxing. He has done an excellent job of decorating and proving necessities for a stay. The beds were very comfortable. Be easy with the heat… it feels amazing on my feet (floor heated) but it will warm up very well… cools off slowly. I just wished I had planned on staying longer. Definitely #1 on our list.

Perfect for a longer stay with all of the amenities! Extremely walkable to the downtown area. We had a great time!

I couldn't stay up late enough for the sunset, but the morning mist in the lake was breathtaking. I would recommend this place for the view, the comfort and the cleanliness.

Loved staying here. Place was very quiet and relaxing. Beautiful location and Darryl and Loretta were very responsive to everything. I hope to stay here again!

We loved the place. We would definitely stay again. Everything we needed for our stay. Great communication and very cozy. Great views from the dock.

The house was well taken care of and very nice to stay in. Every sunrise and sunset was picturesque. The lake was beautiful and refreshing. Loved the opportunity to step away from life at home and relax.

This is the nicest and cleanest Airbnb we have ever stayed at. It is better than described in every way. The view is beautiful and so are the surroundings. It is a very quiet and peaceful venue. Gina was always very fast to respond if needed. This place will exceed your expectations!

We had a great stay in this little cottage. It was exactly as represented, and Megan was very responsive to all our needs. The space was exceptionally clean and the perfect size for our needs. Just bummed we couldn’t stay longer but we will be back! Great space and location.

I hesitate to let out the secret that is Eric's place. A 15 minute drive from downtown Talkeetna, it is an oasis on a beautiful lake. Everything was as described, and the beds were extremely comfy, the kitchen was well-stocked, and Eric promptly responded to any questions we had. We think it's a great value for the money and only wished the weather cooperated a bit more for us to use his lake toys. Eric also was quite flexible with our check-in and checkout times, which we greatly appreciated. I wholeheartedly recommend Eric's place!

Sam was an incredible host that was available whenever we had a question. Highly recommend his location

Lori was very generous and kind. Extremely safe neighborhood. She always put my needs above her own. She always had a positive attitude and knew a lot about her town. It was always a pleasure to see and spend time with her. Her dogs were friendly and well controlled.Her house felt like home and her hospitality made it a joy to share. It always felt like I was spending time at a friend’s place. Finally,she always went above and beyond in her duties as host. Finally,if you enjoy walking,there are trails nearby.

We had a wonderful time. What a beautiful lake and a wonderful hot tub! The cabin was so homey and had everything we needed. We enjoyed building a fire in the stove and watching movies while overlooking a beautiful lake. We would recommend this cabin and Shanna was very helpful!

My husband stayed at Jim’s property for three nights and there are not enough great things I can say about it. The cabin is beautiful and we felt right at home. Jim greeted us as soon as we arrived and showed us the cabin and the property. The hot tub was easy to use and so nice to hang out in. We had a lovely evening hanging out with Jim and Teresa one night too. Fishing from the dock was fun too and there are a bunch of ways to get on the water if you would like too. The place was clean and clearly very loved. Overall this is a beautiful property and our time here was just perfect. Definitely recommend!

Paid attention to the back yard but didn't see a moose come thru. Plenty of droppings so they are there! Comfortable stay in all ways. I didn't find anything lacking. Very clean. Would return again. Thank you!

A very nice, quiet spot. Home was clean, well stocked and had everything we needed.

cozy cabin with fresh eggs, shower and full kitchen, comfortable bed, peaceful place. we enjoyed our stay

Great little place! I would definitely want to come back and stay longer. The option for activities are endless. Snowmobiling in the winter or kayaking in the summer. This property offers all of those options and more. The hosts are awesome. The nicest people you will meet who want to make your stay exceptional. Thank you again Mike!

The conspiracy hut was everything we needed and more. It was very clean, spacious, and fully stocked with necessities. Brad was incredibly accommodating. He answered any questions we had in a timely manner and made sure we knew what was available to us (lake toys, grill, fire pit, etc…) A huge selling point for us was the sauna! So relaxing and enjoyable. 10/10 would stay here again! If you’re looking for a fun place to stay in Big Lake - this is it!

This was one of the nicest Airbnb homes we have stayed in. It was immaculate and just as pictured. The outside had a remote feeling but short drive to Palmer with great brew pubs, grocery, etc. Loved sitting down by the lake in the morning and taking in the beautiful Alaskan view. The hot tub was definitely a plus and we enjoyed this both nights. The views from the home with the large windows are fantastic and the motorized room darkening shades and curtains allow a great night's sleep. Oh and did I mention the heated floors kept the downstairs cozy! Great stay!