Alaska Birch Cottages
Your home away from home combines old-world charm and modern convenience and comfort. Your private cottage is tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, yet centrally located midway between Palmer and Wasilla in the Matanuska Valley, only about one hour from Anchorage International Airport. Each cottage is tastefully appointed and has a full kitchen, wood and slate floors, in-floor heating, fireplace, jetted tub, king-size or twin long beds with down duvets, coin-operated washer and dryer, cable TV. Hostess speaks fluent German.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Nearest major city: Palmer, AK (6 miles East)
- Directions to property:
From Palmer: Palmer-Wasilla Highway through lights at Trunk Road. Approx. half mile further, turn right on to Schelin Spur, and immediately right on to Green Forest Drive. Drive north approx. half mile, turn right at 4-way stop on to Frances Lane, and immediately right into Cotswold Circle. All 6 cottages are straight ahead through the gate. - Nearest major airport: Anchorage, AK (ANC) 45 miles
- Directions from airport:
International Airport Road to Old Seward Highway. Turn left on to Old Seward Highway, proceed to Tudor and turn right. Follow Tudor out of town and head towards Palmer/Wasilla on Glen Highway. Continue over overpass after you see the Palmer turn-off, and take the first exit off Alaska Highway # 3(Parks Highway) at Trunk Road. On the right you will see the large new building of the Mat-Su Regional Medical Centre. Drive up the ramp, and turn right on to Trunk Road. Watch for curves as you drive approx. 3.5 miles up Trunk Road to the Palmer-Wasilla Highway. Turn left at the lights and after approx. half mile turn right on to Schelin Spur. Turn immediately right on to Green Forest Drive and drive north approx. half mile, turn right at the 4-way stop on to Frances Lane, and immediately right into Cotswold Circle. All 6 cottages are straight ahead through the gate.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom cottage
- There are 6 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is $ 150.00
- Double occupancy rate is $ 200.00
- The rate for each additional person is between $ 15.00 and $ 20.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Alarm clock | Ceiling fans |
| Coffee/Tea facilities | DVD Player |
| Fireplace | Fridge |
| Internet Service | Ironing Board |
| Microwave | Private entrance |
| Radio | Satellite/Cable TV |
| Telephone | VCR |
| Videos | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| Copier | Fax Machine |
| Washer/dryer | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Coin-operated washer/dryer in each unit | |
Meals
- A Ingreds. in cottage kitchen breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served in the Guests make own breakfast in full, stocked kitchen
- Additional food services included in room rate: Kitchen pantry includes pancake mix, tea, Welcome basket includes homemade bread, and jam, free range eggs, juice, milk., coffee, hot chocolate, sugar, syrup...
Policies
- Minimum stay required (2 night minimum)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Our cottages are all smoke-free.)
- Limited accommodations for guest pets (Only 2 cottages available for pets.)
- Children are welcome (Children welcome, however cottages are not childproof.)
- No childcare is provided (Childcare is responsibility of the parents.)
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (As long as guests do not disrupt other guests.)
- Deposit amount required (A deposit of one night's stay will secure reservation.)
- Check in time is 4pm and Check out time is 11am
- Cancellations:
Cancellation 7 days or more before arrival date - deposit will be refunded. Cancellation within 7 days of arrival date - forfeit deposit.
Discounts available:| | 20% | Weekly (October - March only) | Minimum stay: 7 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Bill and Jacqui Johansen
- The innkeepers speak: English, German
- There are 2 cats on the property
- Other pet(s) on the property: Chickens
Area Attractions
Historical interests, Lake, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Alaska State Fair (annual), Iditarod Trail Headquarters, Reindeer Farm, Musk Ox Farm, Independence Mine (gold mine 1930's), Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, Rodeo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Shopping, Swimming, Swimming pool, Table Tennis, Tennis courts, Whitewater Rafting
Palmer Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Palmer, Alaska.