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Nestled near Downtown Anchorage, this unique log home offers a cozy retreat. Explore the colorful murals created by a Swiss artist that adorn the walls and ceilings, or relax in one of three bedrooms with ensuite baths.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home

  • This log home, constucted in 1955 was built by a bush pilot who transported his friend and flight surgeon to remote "bush" villages. The flight surgeon built the house directly next door (and is also available for booking). Eventually, this house was purchased by a Swiss artist who painted fun murals on many of the walls and ceilings, most of which have been carefully maintained over the years. The house is in beautiful condition and extremely unique. Very close to Downtown Anchorage, Universities, the Medical District, and petroleum companies.

    This house has three bedrooms a master with an ensuite bath, one queen room with full bath in the hall, and one twin + trundle room with an ensuite toilet and shower. There is a sleeper sofa in the TV room next to the twin/trundle room and a high-quality, self-inflating twin mattress as well. This house can comfortably sleep up to 8 guests.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

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
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

Guest must sign renter agreement. Security deposit required - up to $650. Minimum age to rent: 25 years

No smoking, no pets, no parties without EXPRESS permission from Alaskan Hosts.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Permission for any parties or events required.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Permission for any parties or events required.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Fairview, a neighbourhood in Anchorage, this holiday home is in the mountains. Ben Boeke Ice Rink and Imaginarium Discovery Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall and SoNo District. Travelling with kids? Consider Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, or check out an event or a game at Sullivan Arena. Visit our Anchorage travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Sullivan Arena
    Sullivan Arena
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Anchorage Museum
    Anchorage Museum
    4 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Mulcahy Stadium
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Delaney Park
    3 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
    5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot
    4 min drive
  • Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • North Cup Espresso
    3 min drive
  • Lucky Wishbone
    16 min walk
  • Twin Dragon Mongolian Bar-B-Q
    7 min walk
  • A Cup On The Run
    4 min walk
  • Crossroads Lounge
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home located?

This family-friendly Anchorage holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Sullivan Arena and Chester Creek Greenbelt Park. Ben Boeke Ice Rink and Mulcahy Stadium are also within 15 minutes.

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The Fireweed House - Historic Custom Mural Home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and unique
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kent H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay. Property manager was quick to respond and thoughtful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is fascinating! My kids said it was the “best ever” Very clean, great location and the family room was a peaceful gathering space.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine W.

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

Fantastic property

Must stay, Presentation, communication,cleanliness excellent. For first time vrbo experience, this property set the bar high!7 star!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved The Fireweed House! Our son lives in Anchorage and it was the perfect gathering place for our family and our son's local friends. The hosts, Kari and Beau, were the best and so accommodating! We will definitely stay there again on our next visit to Anchorage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house is so fun with all the unique artwork and fixtures. The property and house were immaculate, very clean, and we had everything we needed. The host was always prompt in answering all questions and very accommodating. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Cute place with plenty of space

We enjoyed staying in Anchorage at this cute place. It was clean, the beds were comfortable, and we liked having 3 bathrooms and 3 bedrooms (hard to find!). Only downside is that we could not walk to anything, really, but maybe Anchorage isn’t that walkable. Overall would go back to this cozy place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

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

My stay

Just wonderful! Beau was a great host.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky K.

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

A most excellent place to stay

This place is great. Clean & comfy with unique and pleasing decor. Walking distance groceries, bus routes and downtown area. Only a $9 cab (yellow cab) ride to downtown if you dont want to walk. Good communications with own. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Fun at Fireweed

The property was clean and convenient for our stay during our visit to anchorage…..so much more comfortable than a hotel! The property was quiet and everyone had their own space and bathroom. We really enjoyed the murals and home feeling of the house. We ran the Anchorage Mayors Marathon and then we’re able to relax at the house after our run.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

House K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. The house is older but nicely remodeled and comfortable. I was a bit worried driving in and seeing all the non-operational vehicles in neighbors yards but the neighborhood was quiet and no parties/yelling accured during our 5-night stay. Kitchen was well stocked, wifi was strong, beds were comfortable, and plenty of towels. Washer and Dryer were old but worked fine. Overall, this rental is worth the cost.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Groom’s Family and Friends

We booked this house for my sons and groomsmen for 3nights. It was absolutely perfect for our private rehearsal dinner, and staging area for getting things ready for the Anchorage wedding. Beau was helpful and responsive, and we look forward to another stay in this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

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

Great host and house!

Very responsive and accommodative host. House backyard has a secluded feel while being located in a busy area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022