Alaska's Echo Lake Bed and Breakfast
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Inn Details
Private lakefront home, just off South Big Lake Road only two blocks from South Port Marina, offering private access to rooms, 1000+ square feet lower level walkout including large recreational room, private deck, southern exposure, mountain views. Easy access to snowmaching, boating, fishing, cross country skiing, Iditarod Trail. Enjoy all year long.
Innkeeper Information
Innkeepers Description:
Cross country skiing, biking, downhill skiing, hiking, flower gardens, boating, snowshoeing.
The innkeepers speak:

English
Number of Dogs: 1
Features
Type:

Private Home Bed and Breakfast
Property Noted For:

Excellent views

Family Travel

Peaceful getaway
Amenities
Guest Room:

Alarm clock

Bath robes

Board games

Ceiling fans

Fridge

Microwave

Private entrance
On Site:

BBQ grill

DVD Player

Desk

TV

Telephone

VCR

Videos

Washer/dryer
Other Amenities:

Private deck w/southern exposure

Wildlife viewing

Fourwheeling trails

Private dock access to lake

Snowmachine trails

Within 1/2 mile of Iditarod Trail
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $95/$95
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $95/$95
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check in: 2:00pm-9:00pm Check out: 11:00am
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Deposit amount required: 50% of daily rate
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Cancellations: 7 Days Notice Required for 100% Refund
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Open all year round: Y
General Policies
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Smoking allowed: No
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Guest pets allowed: No
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Drinking allowed: Limited
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Drinks available: N
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Suitable for children: Limited
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Childcare provided: No
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Breakfast
Type: Continental
Serving location:
Special meal options
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Location Type

Airport

Beachside

City

Countryside

Downtown

Lakeside

Mountains

Small town
City
Wasilla
Distance to city: 17 miles
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Directions to property:
Glenn Hwy. out of Anchorage to Parks Hwy. to Wasilla. Take Parks Hwy. north to Big Lake Rd. by the Fireworks stand. Turn left on Big Lake Rd. and follow around to left as it turns into South Big Lake Rd. at the Tesoro Station. Follow for approx. 2 miles to Echo Lake Rd. just past South Port Marina and turn left. Take first left onto Loon Drive and follow around corner to second home on the lake.
Airport
Anchorage, AK (ANC) 65 miles
Directions to property:
On the south shore of Echo Lake two blocks from Big Lake in Big Lake, Alaska. This premium lakeside location is a short drive from Anchorage International Airport. Driving Directions Anchorage International Airport 15306 W. Loon Drive, Big Lake, AK 64.6 mi – about 1 hour 24 mins Head south on W Int'l Airport Rd 0.5 mi Slight right to stay on W Int'l Airport Rd (signs for Anchorage/Postmark Dr/N Terminal) 3.0 mi Turn left at C St 0.8 mi Continue on A St 0.7 mi Turn right at E Benson Blvd 0.5 mi Turn left at AK-1 N/Seward Hwy 1.6 mi Turn right at E 6th Ave/AK-1 N Continue to follow AK-1 N 34.3 mi Continue on AK-3 N/E Parks Hwy (signs for AK-3 N/Wasilla) 18.0 mi Turn left at W Big Lake Rd 3.5 mi Veer left at S Big Lake Rd 2.0 mi Take left on Echo Lake Rd. go two blocks Turn left on Loon Drive follow 90 degree turn to follow shoreline of Echo Lake - 2nd home on lake "L" shaped grey Destination Driving Time Distance Houston 28 minutes 14 miles Wasilla 34 minutes 20 miles Willow 45 minutes 28 miles Palmer 51 minutes 34 miles Eagle River 56 minutes 46 miles Anchorage 78 minutes 62 miles Talkeetna 1 hours 42 minutes 67 miles Seward 3 hours 36 minutes 184 miles Denali National Park 3 hours 12 minutes 191 miles Kenai 4 hours 24 minutes 216 miles Homer 5 hours 30 minutes 280 miles Fairbanks 5 hours 24 minutes 316 miles
Area Attractions

Art Galleries

Beach

Gourmet/Fine Dining

Historical interests

Lake

Live Music

Movie Theater

Museum

National/State parks

Nature area

Ocean

Iditarod Trail & Headquarters

Boating

Golfing

Jet Ski, Boat, Snowmachine rentals

Fishing

Snowmaching, Fourwheeling

Performing Theater

Picnic area

Religious Services

River

Ski area

Bicycle rental

Bicycle riding trails

Bicycles

Bird watching

Boating

Canoeing

Cross-country ski trails

Downhill Skiing

Fishing

Golfing

Hiking trails

Horseback riding

Hunting

Kayaking

Mountain Bike trails

Iditarod Trail & Headquarters

Irondog Snowmachine Race

Ice fishing

Salmon fishing

Paddleboating

Wakeboarding, water skiing, tubing

Sailing

Shopping

Sight-seeing

Snow shoe trails

Swimming

Table Tennis

Water sports

Whitewater Rafting
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Disappointing
- Stayed on: 7 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 7/20/2011
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About the reviewer

Between 26-35 years old

Almost never stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling on vacation
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This is not a Bed & Breakfast.... It's just a bed. I have no idea why it's even on this site. The day we arrived we noticed there was a coffee maker in the kitchenette, but no coffee. When we informed the owner's son that there was no coffee or filters he told us "There's a grocery store 2 miles down the road." A continental breakfast was never supplied as mentioned in add. The only food in the room was 2 cans of tuna that I'm sure were left by the guests before us. There was no VCR or DVD player as stipulated in the add and the TV only gets 5 channels. There was a dog though.... It barks a lot. New towels were never supplied. There was a slight smell of stale cigarette smoke. The only time the inn-keeper (Sharon) ever came to check on us was the last day of a 5 day stay when she asked for a Credit Card to charge. We did hear her every morning though. She get's up a 6am and bangs around so loud upstairs that she woke up all of us downstairs (and we're not that light of sleepers). As I mentioned, this happened every morning, so if you want to sleep past 6am, find another place. The only positive thing was the view from the patio, but it's Alaska, so beautiful views are everywhere and for what I paid to stay here, I feel robbed. I wouldn't stay here again at half the price.
Innkeeper Response
I think this last review came from one of the individuals in my last guest party and here is what someone from the party wrote in my guest book, “Sharon, Thanks for a great stay – place is just beautiful and so comfortable. I advise everyone to take a River Fishing Excursion with your son Garrett – we had a blast.” I can take something positive from this review because you learn from everyone who stays with you. I will make better accommodations to keep my new dog quiet and I will seek ways to be less disruptive as I prepare for work in the morning. I provide basics for breakfast upon arrival but cannot prepare the food. Guests have a full kitchenette and a BBQ on their private deck to enjoy their own meals and privacy. It is hard to be everything to everyone but I thoroughly enjoy sharing everyone’s enthusiasm for Alaska!
- Sharon Lilja (innkeeper)
Would stay here again!
- Stayed on: 6 / 2010
- Reviewed on: 5/20/2011
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About the reviewer

Between 36-45 years old

First time staying at a B&B

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling on vacation
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This is not what you might think of as a typical B&B. It's actually the lower half of a two story home. It's very spacious and the views are spectacular! There is a small kitchenette that is very handy. You can buy your own food and prepare it at the B&B which saves quite a bit of money on eating out and you can save your money for some real Alaskan adventures! There is no dining facility at the B&B and don't expect Sharon to cook for you. If you need something (ie clean towels) you will have to ask for it; Sharon pretty much leaves you alone to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of her home. Sharon knows Alaska like the back of her hand and can make all kinds of great recommendations for things to do. She knows the Best fishing guide! Her dog Blaze is such a sweetie and if you leave your exterior doors open in the am Blaze will usually stop in for a visit. Although you will not receive the same type of hands on service you would get at a hotel you cannot beat the beauty of the Echo Lake B&B it is truly a one of a kind experience!
Great Place!
- Stayed on: 9 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 9/10/2009
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About the reviewer

55+ years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling on vacation
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This is a beautiful place in the lower level. It has a huge living room with loads of great books to read, very well kept and very nice, with TV, stereo and more. There is a sink and small counter, small ref. which she supplied with milk, butter, english muffins, etc. and a small microwave. She had a selection of cereals and probably more. The private bathroom is also very nice and can be entered from living room or bedroom. The bedroom is also great!. Both LR and BR have outdoor access to a small neat patio and overlooks the gorgeous Echo Lake. You could stay here and just chill. Thanks Sharon!!
Alaska Vacation
- Stayed on: 7 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 7/22/2009
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Between 45-55 years old

First time staying at a B&B

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling on vacation
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My wife and I had a great stay at the Echo Lake B&B. The lakefront setting is great and we enjoyed fishing off the dock. The room is squeaky clean and well furnished with lots of extras. I would not hesitate to recommend this stay.
Echo Lake
- Stayed on: 6 / 2009
- Reviewed on: 7/16/2009
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had a great time! Thank you!
- Innkeeper(s)Sharon Lilja
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- Address 15306 W. Loon Drive
Wasilla, AK 99654, USA
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Alaska's Echo Lake Bed and Breakfast
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