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On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.

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View from Channel, apartment is on left with private entry & deck
View of the Mendenhall Glacier across the Gastineau Channel
Beautiful dark nights for watching the Northern Lights
Sunsets are beautiful and range from yellow to purple
Looking toward Stephens Passage and Admiralty Island

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Juneau, AK
  • Mendenhall Glacier
  • University of Alaska-Southeast
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Auke Bay
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.

Beautiful views of the Mendenhall Glacier and a 180 degree view from the mainland, across Mendenhall Peninnsula, Sphun Island and Admiralty Island. Quiet, very little vehicle traffic. Large studio apartment with panoramic views of the Gastineau Channel, Mendenhall Wildlife Refuge and the Mendenhall Glacier. Private waterfront deck and entry.

Bald Eagle nest within 100 yards. Great for bird watching. Beautiful sunsets, in a "dry belt" so we get half the precipitation of downtown Juneau. Quiet with very little traffic.

Fully equipped kitchenette which includes dishes, flatware, pots & pans, coffee maker, toaster oven, 4 burner stovetop, convection microwave, full size refrigerator w/ice maker, sink, washer dryer. Streaming TV with Amazon Video, Netflix and Hulu, free Wi-Fi. Dining area large enough to seat 4 people, sitting area. Queen size bed, dresser, two large closets, large bathroom with double vanities, tub/shower with grab bars. Limited number of stairs (12) and a semi-accessible path.

BBQ Grill, fire pit on the beach.

Close to walking/hiking trails, boat ramp, kayak & bike rentals. 8 miles to downtown. 17.5 miles to airport, 20.5 miles to Ferry terminal.

Rental car recommended, available at the airport.

No Smoking, No Pets, Please Remove your shoes at the door.

Property manager

Betty and Mark Johnson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Juneau

Located in North Douglas, a neighbourhood in Juneau, this apartment is in a rural area and on the beach. Alaska Governor's Mansion and Wickersham House State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eagle Creek Beaches and Gastineau Channel. Observatory Books and Alaska Powder Descents are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Juneau, AK

What's nearby

  • Eaglecrest Ski Area - 20 min drive - 10.9 km
  • University of Alaska-Southeast - 28 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Auke Bay - 29 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Mendenhall Ice Caves - 31 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Mendenhall Golf Course - 31 min drive - 28.4 km

Getting around

  • Juneau, AK (JNU-Juneau Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar & Grille - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Thibb's Coffee & More - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Grind Coffee Co. - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the Mendenhall Wildlife Refuse - bird migration flyway, eagle nests. located?

Located in North Douglas, this beachfront apartment building is in the city centre and within 9 mi (15 km) of Eagle Creek Beaches, Gastineau Channel and Cope Park. Eaglecrest Ski Area and Alaska Governor's Mansion are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc D.

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

Great location

Great location, property owner very helpful, away from the hustle of downtown
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Juneau stay

Great experience and great place to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

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

Perfect Juneau Stay

Outstanding location. Modern, clean property with the perfect hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

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

Memorable Stay with Stunning Scenery

Lovely stay in Juneau. Clean, comfortable, and well-equipped with beautiful views. The apartment had so many thoughtful touches, it felt like a home away from home. Perfect for exploring Juneau. Hosts were wonderful: kind, helpful, communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrey L.

Mark & Betty were wonderful host! Loved the view from the property! Very cozy and moderately priced

Could not have asked for a more enjoyable rental
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great Stay on North Douglas Island

The apartment was great, the location is wonderful for bird watchers (lots of sea birds and bald eagles). The location is a 10-15 minute drive to most anywhere in Juneau. It is nice and quiet at this VRBO. The hosts were helpful in sharing their considerable knowledge of the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor K.

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

Beautiful.

Gorgeous location in quiet neighborhood right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curt V.

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

Douglas Island Getaway

Wonderful views away from the downtown/cruise ship area. Perfect space for two!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Perfect spot for couples exploring Juneau area

Highly recommend this well equipped, comfortable, clean property in an excellent setting!! The view was simply stunning. The hosts were very easy to deal with. Apartment was well stocked with every need anticipated and there weren’t extensive check out instructions. Very happy renter!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Fantastic experience

Mark and Betty were very communicative, reaching out before my arrival with check in instructions. The rental was clean and well equipped and the view was second to none. Will definitely be renting again when I return to Juneau.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

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

Perfect Choice in Juneau

We loved North Douglas Island with amazing views of the channel and Mendenhall glacier. Hosts Mark and Betty were great hosts. We'd definitely stay again. So nice to be away from the busy cruise ship traffic.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Vacation within a vacation

Every time we returned from town to on the wildlife refuge was like starting another vacation. So peaceful and beautiful. Our every need was met in this rental and the host went beyond expectations by providing starter groceries. We went to all parts of Juneau and can confirm that this location is very special- even the weather was better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karena P.

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

Beautiful View

Gorgeous property with all the amenities. The best view of the wetlands. We loved watching the tide come in and out.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

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

Incredible location, magnificent view, extraordinary hospitality

If you haven’t already booked your stay in Juneau area book it here soon. This place is the most peaceful place with a constant changing gorgeous view. Close to hiking, waterfront, beautiful neighborhood, everything you need or want and wonderful hosts. Book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria H.

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

Spectacular view!

There were so many wonderful things about this property: very large bathroom, 2 closets, kitchen with everything you need, comfortable bed, very clean, quiet, outdoor space and the list goes on. However, the ever changing view was something we never tired of. We hope to stay again next time we are in Juneau. Thank you Betty and Mark
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

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

A bit of paradise all to yourself!

Could not have had a more perfect and beautiful place to experience Alaska! To be nestled in a nature preserve, away from the craziness of the cruise ships was wonderful! Our hosts were gracious and informative and really helped us see Juneau without being obtrusive. You need to stay here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anneseitz

Property was perfect.

We had a wonderful visit. Views from the property were great. So many eagles everywhere. Short drive (8 min) to downtown. Lots of places to sight see and eat nearby. Perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Bridget H.

Cute and clean

We enjoyed our stay here. Good views and a nice quiet area without being too far from town. There was a bit of noise from the main house but nothing unreasonable. Hosts gave us the privacy we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

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

Amazing Alaska adventure

This property has everything you could ask for and the nicest hosts possible! The apartment is extremely comfortable, clean, and well appointed. Having a kitchen made a quick dinner nice and easy after a long day of hiking and site seeing. A laundry room was super useful. The location is fantastic with beautiful views of the glacier and the Gatineau channel. I’m so glad we stayed here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Trip of a Lifetime

Beautiful property located on on the Gastineau Channel with views of Mendenhall Glacier, jumping salmon, bubbling humpback, and Bald Eagles. Betty and her husband have lived on Douglas Island for over 30 years, they provided a wealth of knowledge about the area that made the trip very authentic..we lived like natives for 8 days. I highly recommend this place, trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Totally recommend!

This place is such a gem! It’s in a quiet spot w/ a beautiful view! We went during off season which was great since there weren’t many tourists from the cruise ships flooding the streets. Betty and Mark were great hosts. They engaged as much as we wanted and talking to them felt as if we were old friends. The fridge and cupboard was stocked w/ a few goodies for us, it was such a sweet gesture. I’d book it again if I’m ever back in the area. Just go for it and book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

N M.

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

Peaceful getaway

Mark and Betty are very easy to work. The place is well stocked. Very comfortable. Views off deck are amazing. Great to get away from all the cruisers and enjoy nature. At first was concerned about airport just across the channel but it was not loud and it was fun to watch all the planes go in and out. Saw up to 11 bald eagles in the channel. Really enjoyed the area. Would definitely recommend this rental to other couples visiting the Juneau area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

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

Great stay in Juneau area

Betty and Mark's property is wonderful....perfect for a couple. It's very comfortable, has a large bathroom with his/her sinks, good kitchen with a full size fridge. We cooked several meals during our stay. Communication was great and Betty let us know when the property was ready which enabled us to check in a couple of hours early. They had lots of great information on hand about the area and things to do. Their location on the channel afforded us wonderful wildlife watching, especially bald and golden eagles. They're located on the north end of Douglas island, about 15 minutes or so from downtown Juneau, so you definitely need a car which was not a problem for us as we rented one to fully explore the area. Would definitely stay here again on a return trip to Juneau. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Amazing Hosts and Amazing Views! Spectacular!!!

The hosts were the best! Betty and Mark were so helpful with many tips on great places to eat and things to see and do. The views were amazing! Amazing hospitality amazing location we had an amazing trip!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex G.

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

Beautiful viewAbsolutely perfect for my husband and I. We were so happy with our choice .Beautiful!!

We did not have any issues with our transaction. Very easy process.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Betty and Mark Johnson

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My husband, Mark, and I are retired but we love to travel, fish, hike and do a lot of volunteer work in the community. We are custodial grandparents of two grands, aged 12 & 10, who lost their parents.

Why they chose this property

Mark grew up in Illinois and I grew up in Idaho but both ended up in Juneau, Alaska. We spent 3 years looking for a home and when we found this one we loved it so much we bought it the same day. We believe we have one of the best places in the world to live, and we've seen a lot of the world. The location is beautiful, peaceful, beautiful views and a lot of birds and wildlife. We are 8 miles from downtown hustle and bustle so after a long day of touring you can come back to your home away from home and enjoy the peace and quiet.

What makes this property unique

The air and water are clean, you can sit outside and enjoy the quiet. The views are beautiful and because of the daily tides the view changes constantly. Close to everything but a million miles from the world.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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