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Foxhole Retreat~Hiking near Hatchers & Local Goods

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 275 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Foxhole Retreat~Hiking near Hatchers & Local Goods

Welcome to The Foxhole Retreat, a cozy & whimsical place to unwind after a day of adventure in Hatcher Pass & Palmer. Tucked into a quiet neighborhood minutes from Hatcher Pass, this walkout basement apartment will be the perfect home base for exploring.

Outside you'll find a private patio where you can curl into the nest chair or dine outside on nice days. Inside you'll find a one bedroom suite with a full kitchen that is furnished stylishly with art and goods made by local artists & artisans.

From the parking lot, you'll follow a few steps down to the sunken patio where you will find the entrance to your suite. On the left you'll see a small outdoor dining table, and to the right you'll find an oversized nest chair beside the entrance to the suite. In the summer you're welcome to help yourself to any herbs or veggies you find growing there.

Once inside, you'll find an entrance nook to your right with plenty of room to store your jackets, shoes, and outdoor gear. You'll enter into the living room with a 55" smart TV and a cupboard of board games. Don't forget to sign the guestbook that you find on the dining room table. Around the corner, you'll find local Alaskan themed books, and a few instruments to play: a guitar, ukulele, and a mandolin.

The Foxhole Retreat features a full kitchen if you like to cook your meals in. You'll find everything you need to cook a meal. There is no dishwasher, but you will find an oversized dish rack to make dishwashing easy. There is also a coffee station that includes a locally roasted coffee sample from Farm Loop coffee and Felicity Loft tea. You'll have a ninja drip coffee maker and also a pour over coffee maker. Drink your coffee using the peek-a-boo fox mugs.

The bedroom is furnished with a king sized bed and cotton sheets. You'll also find some additional books, a chair to read, a northern lights projector, and an essential oils diffuser.

In the bathroom you'll find a combo shower and tub supplied with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and locally made Alaskan lotion. The apartment does not have a washer and dryer, but is only minutes from Turner's Corner where you will find a laundry mat. Don't forget to get "The World's Best Ice Cream" while you wait for your clothes to dry.

The Foxhole Retreat is located in a walkout basement apartment at the back of a larger house. You'll have a private parking space at the end of the driveway, a private patio, and a separate entrance to your retreat.

You won't have access to the deck above your patio, the area in the front of the house, or the main house itself.

You may occasionally see someone in the yard, or other areas of the property.

The Foxhole Retreat is in a rural subdivision near the base of Hatcher Pass. You'll find winding streets, modest homes, and lots are one to five acres in size, so there is plenty of space and privacy but you also might see the neighbors out in their yard. There is a local gas station/ice cream stop, a little bar, and also a pizza place within a mile or so, but otherwise most services will be in Palmer or Wasilla. Palmer has great breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques. We are very close to all the recreational activities in Hatcher Pass.

Here are some distances, to give you an idea:

6.6 miles to downtown Palmer (13 minutes)
12.1 miles to Wasilla (20 minutes)
45.4 miles to Anchorage (52 minutes)

Recreational activities:

6 miles to Government Peak Recreation Area
6.1 miles to Government Peak trailhead and blueberry knoll
8.1 miles to Skeetawk skiing area
11 miles to Gold Mint Trailhead
13.5 miles Fishhook Trailhead
14.1 miles Reed Lakes Trailhead
15.4 Gold Cord Lake
15.6 miles Independence Mine State Historical Park
15.9 miles April Bowl Trailhead

A car is required to get around, and AWD is handy in the winter. You'll have a driveway with a couple parking spots available to you.

The Foxhole Retreat is located in a walkout basement apartment at the back of a larger house. The space is very relaxing and relatively quiet, but there are some noises you may hear during your stay. These may include my the homeowner living upstairs.

The house is on a well and septic tank, so please don't flush anything but toilet paper down the toilets

For the protection and safety of the home owners & guests, this home is equipped with outdoor security cameras that take active video and audio recordings on the in the driveway and exterior of the house.

Property manager

Kelly Nelius

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

General

  • Unit size: 807 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

260940

About the area

Palmer is home to this condo. Arkose Brewery and Palmer Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hatcher Pass Management Area and Finger Lake State Recreation Area. Musk Ox Farm and Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Finger Lake State Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Musk Ox Farm - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Palmer Visitor Information Center - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Reindeer Farm - 27 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Matanuska Glacier State Recreation Site - 28 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pho and Thai Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fishhook Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Foxhole Retreat~Hiking near Hatchers & Local Goods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Foxhole Retreat~Hiking near Hatchers & Local Goods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Foxhole Retreat~Hiking near Hatchers & Local Goods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Foxhole Retreat~Hiking near Hatchers & Local Goods located?

Situated in Palmer, this condo building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hatcher Pass Management Area, Finger Lake State Recreation Area and Musk Ox Farm. Mat-Su Visitors Center and Colony House Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Rachel U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved every little detail at Foxhole. The bed and linens were so comfortable. She had a fully stocked kitchen and cute decor throughout the space. Would highly recommend staying here! We loved the little touches of the modern fox decor and northern light lamp was very relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025