Family Cabin: Explore Alaska's Favorite Playground

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Hope, Alaska

Hope & Sunrise Museum3 min drive
Hope - Sunrise Community Library3 min drive
Hope Point Trailhead5 min drive
Anchorage, AK (EDF-Elmendorf)117 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Immerse yourself in Alaska's natural beauty at this 2-bed, 1.5-bath vacation rental, located 1.5 hours from Anchorage, providing year-round fun for your family getaway. Easily explore 'Alaska's Favorite Playground' - the Kenai Peninsula from this home base! Tour the historic gold mining town of Hope or take a scenic drive to experience the glaciers, mountains, and waters of Seward, Whittier, and the Kenai River. With hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and more nearby, adventure awaits!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Fire Pit & Yard | Secluded Location | Walk to Town

'Moonshine Cabin' is the perfect Hope escape complete with all the comforts of home like a well-equipped kitchen, board games, and an unbeatable location!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Loft: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered deck, seating area, fire pit, hammock
INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, stove, sectional sofa, books, board games
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, coffee maker, dishware, flatware, tea kettle, toaster oven, kitchen table
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central heat, washer/dryer
FAQ: No A/C
PARKING: Ample parking available in the driveway

-- THE LOCATION --

WATER RECREATION: Salmon fishing on Resurrection Creek (various entry points), fishing, rafting, kayaking on Six Mile Creek (various entry points), Kenai River (104 miles)
HOPE ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS: Dirty Skillet (0.2 miles), Turnagain Kayak & Coffeehouse (0.2 miles), Creekbend Cafe (0.8 miles), Food on Second (0.9 miles), Hope and Sunrise Museum (0.9 miles), Hope Community Library (1.0 miles), Seaview Bar & Cafe (1.2 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Seward Highway (16.0 miles), Whittier (49.3 miles), Cooper Landing (46.7 miles), Seward (71.1 miles), Anchorage (87.3 miles), Kenai (102 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Chugach National Forest (on site), Gull Rock Trail ( 2.2 miles), Palmer Lakes Trail (12.7 miles), Johnson Pass Trail North (23.4 miles), Kenai Fjords National Park (76.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (86.3 miles)

* NOTE: Starting mid-September there are limited services and some restaurants close for the winter *

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- The homeowner is a lifelong Alaskan who knows the area extremely well and he is happy to provide recommendations and help plan activities for your stay
- Be sure to search for 'Moonshine Cabin Hope Alaska' on Facebook!
- NOTE: The laundry machines are only for use with homeowner's permission
- NOTE: Your safety matters. An external surveillance camera is located on the front porch, but is turned off when the home is occupied by guests
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

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Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Hope Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 1,600 Sq Ft | Stairs Required

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hope

Located in Hope, this cabin is by the sea. Indian Valley Mine National Historic Site and Potter Section House State Historical Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hope Point Trailhead and Resurrection Pass. Kenai Visitor 's Center and Alaska Zoo are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.

What's nearby

Hope & Sunrise Museum - 3 min drive
Hope - Sunrise Community Library - 3 min drive
Hope Point Trailhead - 5 min drive
Alyeska Ski Resort - 62 min drive
Chugach State Park - 85 min drive

Getting around

Girdwood Alaska Railroad Depot - 59 min drive
Girdwood, AK (AQY) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

Brown Bear Saloon - 71 min drive
Turnagain Arm BBQ Pit - 72 min drive
Dirty Skillet - 9 min walk
Seaview Cafe & Bar - 4 min drive
Indian House Restaurant - 72 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Cabin: Explore Alaska's Favorite Playground pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Cabin: Explore Alaska's Favorite Playground?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Cabin: Explore Alaska's Favorite Playground?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Cabin: Explore Alaska's Favorite Playground located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chugach National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hope - Sunrise Community Library and Hope Point Trailhead. Resurrection Pass is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Philippe G.

11 Aug 2023

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

Awesome quiet place

Well situated between Anchorage and Seward but quite far of everything. But it was what we wanted. Beautiful house with all the commoditiy inside walking distance fir historic Hope. There’s a convenience store really close to help but do the grocery in Anchorage. A lot of things to do : trek, animal’s conservatory, scenic road, state park, salmon river close to the house. We really enjoy our staying over there. Special thanks to the house manager Tom who has been fantastic for us. I recommend this place all the way

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

4 Apr 2023

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

Great Gathering Place Away From the City

We chose Moonshine as our "hang out point" because it has a great living and dining area that easily accommodated our group of 9. (Most wanted their own rooms, so we rented a nearby spot for extra bedrooms.) Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to prepare full meals. Easy walk or drive into the heart of Hope. We LOVED it! Will likely send friends and be back for another stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

5 Aug 2022

Awesome Everything

Great location and great recommendations for local hikes. We fished out of Soldotna and Seward. Caught and released 60 + salmon right in town

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte V.

24 Jul 2022

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

Beautiful house

This house was wonderful! Very clean and stocked with anything you think you may need. The host was very informative and helpful. The little town of Hope was cute and quiet during the week. Friday night we went to a local cafe for live music and wine. We hiked Hope Point and just enjoyed the area. Seward was close enough to drive to for the day. I was very pleased with my stay at this property and would highly recommend it.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

11 Jul 2022

Beautiful Cabin, Resourceful Host

My family and I enjoyed our quick retreat to this cozy, comfortably cabin in Hope. Our host gave us plenty of tips on how to maximize our stay in this quaint little town. We enjoyed the museum, coffee shops and even ended our stay with some live music down by the water. We would gladly recommend to family and friends to stay here.