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A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table. There is a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the outdoors. - Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks (Talkeetna)
A cozy living room with a brown sofa, a TV, and a window overlooking a cabin. - Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks (Talkeetna)
A spacious living area with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, large windows, and a chandelier. - Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks (Talkeetna)
A dining area with a wooden table, benches, and a chandelier. - Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks (Talkeetna)
A wooden cabin with a porch, a door, and an American flag. - Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks (Talkeetna)
Sunshine Lake Retreat is nestled near a secluded lake where you can fish for huge Alaskan lake trout, kayak, and grill your catch on the deck. Relax with beautiful views of the surrounding Alaskan wildlife from the back deck or take a 10-minute drive to Talkeetna's quaint town to enjoy local coffee, brewery and pizza options.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks

  • Escape to your private lakefront retreat on Sunshine Lake in Talkeetna, Alaska. This fully renovated home sleeps up to 12 with 2 King beds, 1 Queen, and 2 Doubles—perfect for families and groups. Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, stunning lake and mountain views, and everything you need to relax. Unwind in the brand-new custom sauna (2025) after a day of fishing, exploring, or kayaking. End your evenings by the fire pit under the Alaska sky.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
✔ Towels – Start a load in the washer before you leave. Any extras? Toss them in the bathroom hampers. You’ll be our housekeeping hero!
✔ Dishes – Load and start the dishwasher. Wash anything else and leave it to dry—no dirty dishes left behind! ✔ Lights & Lock Up – Flip the lights off and lock the front door with the keypad.
✔ Trash – Leave the main garbage can—we’ve got it. Extra bags? The large dumpster between the house and fuel tank can be used for any extra trash created during your stay! Text if you leave earlier!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please clean up after yourselves, if the house is left messy. We will give your children cotton candy and red fruit punch for the drive home :)
We love our neighbors please keep the noise to a minimum from 10 pm- 8am.
Our Newly added sauna is a relaxation amenity! Please read the users guide and abide by the rules, so we can offer it for all our guests!

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 218 lbs per pet)
Note from host: $50 fee for pet. Message for questions.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Talkeetna, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Montana Creek State Recreation Site and Talkeetna Riverfront Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alaska Railroad and Wal Mikes. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching and wildlife walks. Visit our Talkeetna travel guide
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Map
Talkeetna, AK

What's nearby

  • Denali Brewing Company
    5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Question Lake
    6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Montana Lake
    8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Section House Lake
    8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Woman Lake
    9 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Talkeetna Station
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Denali Brewing Company Tasting Room
    3 min drive
  • Brown Bear Espresso
    5 min drive
  • Subway
    6 min drive
  • Y-Knot Bbq & Grill
    5 min drive
  • My Mom's Thai Tastes Talkeetna
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 218 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Denali Brewing Company, Alaska Railroad, and Lake Two. Section House Lake is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Luxury Lakefront Retreat | Sauna, Dock & Kayaks Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Perfect for our group. Peaceful, convenient location and a nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charity is a great host. The place is a superb location for those visiting Denali. It is a long drive to Denali's main entrance but Talkeenta is a much livelier town than any other closer to Denali. The proximity to the lake and the sauna are really nice additions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhianna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

My sisters and I all loved the house! The view was absolutely gorgeous from the patio. We enjoyed our stay and all want to come back to this house in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stellar Relaxation

Comfy easy and tranquil house, calm quiet vibes with a great landscape and amazing lake. Loved the amenities and the host!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alaska Family Trip

It work really well for are family of 9. We drove to Denali from here, enjoyed the town Talkeetna, the brewery near by and were able to come back to a nice relaxing comfortable place on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place by a little lake

The house comfortably fit our group of 8. It is fairly close to a grocery store, not too far from Talkeetna, and is on a little lake where we saw moose. The house was clean, well-stocked, and has plenty of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David and Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakehouse

My wife and I along with additional family rented the lake house for a week. House and area were as advertised. Very nice, clean and well stocked home. Charity was very easy to communicate with. I highly recommend. great location. About 10 minute drive to Talkneeta, which is really cool town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paresh G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

No stress home

It's always nice when family members from different parts of the world meet after travel (and delays) and home is the last thing you need to think about once there. It was everything we needed to be comfortable and some more. Beautiful location and view but very homie and cozy as well. Every care was taken to think of anything a guest of all types may need. And if you need something or not happy with, just text or call the listing manager who was always on point with the communication. Check in was a breeze with clear communication and so was check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location for Family

Property is "as advertised". It was great for our family. House is well stocked. Quiet neighborhood with separation from neighbors. Full size washer and dryer helped cut down on the packing for the trip. 2 Kayaks were great for the kids to get outside. Caught a couple nice trout with the fishing pole and net. Thanks for the mosquito repellent- came in handy for evenings on the deck and dock. Close to Denali Brewing for pizza and beer. Thanks for a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The home is clean and comfortable. We also enjoyed visiting in the town of Talkeetna. Cute shops and friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Lake

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful relaxing lake retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful quiet place to stay in the country on a small lake. Plenty of room for are family of 10. The back deck was our favorite spot. Well maintained and the owner was easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Fantastic location lots of fun had by our family and friends. The house was well equipped with catering facilities and delious coffee. The washing / dryer facilities the best we have had since we started our trip. Unfortunately we did not have time to use the sauna, but it was nice knowing it was available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Everything was great. Nice peaceful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful “Home Base” for Our Time in Talkeetna

This home was the perfect home base for our multigenerational family of five. It was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described in the listing. The location is serene and very convenient for exploring Talkeetna and the surrounding area. Charity is a fabulous host and exceptional communicator. Our only regret is we didn’t have enough time to take advantage of the kayaks! This was by far our favorite place we stayed in Alaska.
View from the deck.
View overlooking the lake from the dock.
View from the dock looking back at the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway!

This house had everything we needed for a family trip to Talkeetna. The house was clean and we appreciated all of the little things that helped make it a home. We loved congregating on the porch for coffee each morning looking out at the lake. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter weekend getaway

We stayed for just a weekend as two families with elementry age kids and dogs (4 parents, 5 kids). We lucked out to get nice winter temperatures about 25F. Everyone enjoyed sledding down the hill from the house to the lake. We brought kicksleds to use on the road and that was fun too. The neighborhood is quiet without much traffic at all. Our dogs got to meet some of the neighborhood dogs and had a great time playing with them (very friendly also). The house was clean and as pictured. We really appreciated the bed configuration that let kids be in the room with parents as the kids prefer that in new places. The two upstairs bedrooms are really large, especially the room with the king and two doubles. Talkeetna offers some good food options even in winter, great pizza at the Denali Brewing tasting room and burgers/Phillies at the burger barn. I will look at booking this house again next time we want to go to Talkeetna.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Lake Cabin

We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It was very nicely decorated and had all the amenities we needed. The rooms were perfect, with comfy beds and TVs for the younger adults to play video games and watch movies when we weren't exploring the beautiful area. We did not use the lake since ourntime was short and we had a full schedule, but the provided kayaks, paddles and life jackets are an amazing plus for the property. The lakeside deck was wonderful, with a swing chair, deck furniture tonseat several people, and a grill. The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessary cooking supplies, some basic needs like oils, seasonings, condiments, foils and zip lock bags. The only drawback was the large quantities of mosquitoes in this particular area. Theybseemed to know we were insode and the congregated outside the door just waiting gor us to come out. We did really appreciate thenthoughtfulness of the host and manager to leave multiple devices and options for mosquito control to allow you to enjoy the deck and lake. Wish we had extra time to use them. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and the rental experience. We would stay ahain if the opportunity arose. Thank you for sharing your lovely cabin with is for our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

astrid h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Stay, Grewt Memories

House was perfect for us! Very well equipped and stocked, beautifully decorated and amazing location on the lake. Great host...highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ed & Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family, Fun, Fishing

It was amazing place. Better than expectations!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Weekend

We had a lovely family trip at the Sunshine Lake Retreat! The house was inviting and cozy with many thoughtful additions that helped to make our trip more comfortable. The beds were very comfortable in every room. The bedrooms upstairs were large enough to accommodate different family groups(with kiddos). The kitchen was very well equipped to cook some big family meals. We spent time playing at the lake every day and enjoyed the beautiful lake views from the house. *Bonus* The house is very close to Denali Brewing for some delicious food and drinks. Charity provided clear directions and was very responsive and kind to any inquiries we had. We had a wonderful time making memories at this lovely house and would definitely make another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt C.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger C.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin W.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025