House in Haines, AK

Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove

Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove

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Living room view
Cove house and annex
Cove house looking toward orchard
South side of house
Front row seats to view scenery from Cove house lawn

Overview of Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

Haines, AK
  • Popular LocationHaines-Skagway Fast Ferry20 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortage Cove State Recreation Site20 min drive
  • Popular LocationKroschel Films Wildlife Center21 min drive
  • AirportSkagway, AK (SGY)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove

Give yourself the gift of staying in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. The Paradise Cove house is set on its own secluded beach at Paradise Cove with breathtaking views of Rainbow Glacier and the snowcapped peaks of the Chilkat mountain range. Would you like to get away from the incessant chatter and demands of the 'outside' world? Here's a place where there is peace.

The charming, rustic house is sided with hand-split cedar shakes. Inside, it is spacious and sunny. The open plan downstairs allows for a pleasant flow of spaces. It has a fully equipped kitchen and a dining room with an amazing view.

A special feature of the house is that as well as the main house there is the attached annex with its light-filled sunroom. The main house and annex allow for separation for two parties or two families who are sharing the rental.

The two newly remodeled bathrooms in the house offer modern fixtures. There is one bathroom in the main house and one in the annex, affording privacy for two parties sharing the house. The main house bathroom offers both a shower and a tub. The annex bathroom provides a shower with built-in seat.

Upstairs in the main house there is a queen bed in the master bedroom. The smaller upstairs bedroom has both a queen bed and a single bed.

The entire upstairs of the annex is a spacious bedroom with a queen sized bed, a rocking chair and a loveseat. Both the main house master bedroom and the annex bedroom have spectacular views.

Two Pack n' Play baby beds are available to accommodate little ones.

This is an Alaskan family house that is comfortable, spacious and well-heated, and offers all the amenities you need for an enjoyable stay.

The primary attraction of the house is its location on a private beach many think is the most beautiful in the Haines area.

You can fish from the beach in front of the house. If you bring your own sea kayak or rent one from a local company, you can launch from the beach and paddle down the peninsula to Chilkat Islands Marine Park.

Children enjoy the opportunity to play and run barefoot on the large lawn or sit on the grass. You can also sit in the comfortable chairs provided on the lawn and enjoy the view, or barbecue outdoors using the large Weber grill. Beyond the lawn on the beach you can sit around the campfire, toast marshmallows, and watch for the marine mammals that swim in to the bay - seals, sea lions, our resident otters, porpoise, and even whales.

Just over 6 miles from downtown Haines, Alaska, the Paradise Cove house is a five minute drive from the Chilkat State Park which has some of the best hiking trails in the area as well as a boat launch ramp.

Children are welcome at the Paradise Cove house. Sorry, but we can't accommodate pets.

To find the dates the Paradise Cove house is available that best work with your plans, please look at the calendar. It is updated regularly. Cancellations do occur, so if the dates you want show as booked, it's worth checking back to see if they have opened up.

Please note that rent is $250/night for the first two people. For each additional guest the charge is $50/person/night. We are required by law to charge 8% tax.

PLEASE NOTE: This property is in a rural residential zone. That means no large gatherings, weddings, reunions or parties can be held on the property. It is simply for you to enjoy as your home while you stay in the area.

Property manager

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Two Pack n' Play beds are available for babies.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you enjoy smoking, you may do so outdoors.
RENT: $300/night base rent for up to 2 people. Each additional guest more than 2 is $50/night. There is an 8% borough tax.
CLEANING: A $100 cleaning fee will be charged to the guests. This is separate from the refundable damage deposit of $200.
2022 CANCELLATION: If house rebooks for your dates, payment will be refunded less $100. If not, payment may be used for up to 1 year, less $200.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mud Bay

Located in Mud Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. Alaska Indian Arts and Hammer Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Southeast Alaska State Fair and Chilkat Islands State Marine Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Fort William H. Seward - 19 min drive
  • Haines-Skagway Fast Ferry - 20 min drive
  • American Bald Eagle Foundation Museum - 20 min drive
  • Portage Cove State Recreation Site - 20 min drive
  • Kroschel Films Wildlife Center - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Haines, AK (HNS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fogcutter Bar - 21 min drive
  • Harbor Bar - 21 min drive
  • Bamboo Room Restaurant - 21 min drive
  • Chilkat Restaurant & Bakery - 21 min drive
  • SarahJ's Espresso - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your private retreat on the beach at Paradise Cove located?

This Mud Bay holiday home is on the beach, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Chilkat State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Haines-Skagway Fast Ferry and Alaska Indian Arts. Fort William H. Seward and Portage Cove State Recreation Site are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joni D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise is right!
Plenty of room. Everything we needed. Beautiful spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just book it, best Alaska experience!
Upon our arrival our mouths dropped open from the view! This was our third trip to Alaska and this view was by far the best. Words cannot describe it! The directions were spot on, and we didn't have any trouble locating the property. The owners were very easy to communicate with and very quick to reply, they checked in to make sure we had everything we needed via text. The beds were super comfortable, with plenty of extra pillows and blankets, we also had great water pressure in the showers. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need to make great meals at home. My husband bought a fishing pole in town and actually caught a small Halibut right on the rocky beach below the cabin. The drive to town was breathtaking and the people are the friendliest and most helpful. The saying is true, people come for the adventure and stay for the people. When they asked us where we were staying, we always received the same response, Nice! Halibut fish and chips at the Bamboo room and hamburgers at the 33 Mile Roadhouse were the best we've ever eaten. Bears in the early mornings at Chilkoot Lake was a treat and free! We also took a flight tour of Glacier Bay National Park with Mountain Flying Service, Paul the owner was fantastic, take the long tour, it's so worth it. We had a wonderful time, and I will have to break my own rule of not staying in the same place twice, for this I will happily make an exception, we will be back no doubt about it. Jeff and Sandy Chander AZ.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our expectations!
The hosts were great throughout the entire process. Property is clean and well maintained, both inside and out. Great place to relax. We used the property as a home base for daily excursions, returning to "home" every night. The view of Rainbow Glacier is awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking Views! Amazing waterfront cottage and garden.
This house is perfect for anyone wanting a peaceful and relaxing stay in the Haines area. Watch bald eagles while sipping morning coffee. Enjoy the tranquility of the protected cove from the properties manicured lawn. Poke around the cottage style garden. View Rainbow glacier from one of the many picture windows. Space to sit and visit or play games in this vintage style country cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cecily

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Your hosts live on Paradise Cove a few minutes' walk from the Paradise Cove House. We enjoy the outdoor recreational opportunities available here. This is our home base, but we travel widely to both remote rural places and bustling, cosmopolitan cities. We like gaining the perspective travel gives us on our home and our way of living.

Why they chose this property

The Paradise Cove House was built by the current owner's family, and he grew up there. The family hand-split the thick cedar shakes that protect the outside of the house and give it such special character. The flower and vegetable gardens were carved out of the wilderness soil and are still thriving. Together, the family planted the orchards of cherry, plum and apple trees that produce delicious fruit each year.

This house has a tradition of being a welcoming place, where friends and neighbors could always find a cup of coffee and a piece of pie.

Now we continue that tradition of Alaskan hospitality by welcoming to this warm and happy home the visitors who come to enjoy the marvelous scenery and activities this area has to offer.

What makes this property unique

The Paradise Cove House harks back to a simpler, and some would say a better, time. The house provides guests more than a homey and comfortable place to stay. It offers the opportunity to experience an Alaskan lifestyle. You can use the WiFi or watch a DVD on one of the house's two television sets. Television programming is not available, but the house is provided with a large collection of movies and more may be checked out in town. The well-stocked bookshelves offer an eclectic variety of reading material. You can enjoy the puzzles and board games available in the house. The spotting scope and binoculars provided invite you to notice the wildlife outside your windows.

You can relax indoors or laze on the lawn or beach. You can pursue any of a wide variety of outdoor activities. Whatever you do it will be real, and you will do it yourself or with the person (people) you've chosen to share this experience.

We offer you an experience that is unique in today's world, the qualities we value most about this lifestyle: connection with a place of incomparable natural beauty; connection with each other; connection with yourself. Serenity.

Because of the delightful, authentic lifestyle this place offers, you will remember your time at the Paradise Cove house as we do: fondly, and perhaps forever.

We have a generous custom cancellation policy. If the house rebooks for your dates, payment will be refunded less $100 booking fee. If the house does not rebook, payment may be applied toward a future stay within one year of original reservation date, less $200 cancellation fee, and subject to availability and current rates.

If the house rebooks for only some of the days you reserved, you will be charged half our minimum rental fee for each unbooked night - $100/night plus the 8% borough tax.

PLEASE NOTE: VRBO charges guests an administrative fee that goes to VRBO, not the owners. VRBO’S fee is refunded separately.

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