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Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area.

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Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
0+ bathroomsSleeps 423.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Salcha, AK
  • Harding Lake State Recreation Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Harding Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Salcha River State Recreation Site
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks (EIL-Eielson Air Force Base)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Cabin Studio

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Outhouse and outdoor shower

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area.

Closed October 1 - April 30. A short walk to Hardling Lake State Recreation Area and boat launch. Pet friendly. We have 20 amp service to the cabin. Amenities include potable water, Flat Screen TV, hot and cold water cooler, induction stove, mini-frig, Keurig, dishware and utensils, propane outdoor grill, firepit, and picnic table. A clean porta-potty and an outdoor instant heat shower is available between Mid May - September. We ask pets be limited to 2.

Property manager

Eric and Lora Benz

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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    House Rules

    Check in after 4:00 PM
    Minimum age to rent: 25
    Check out before 11:00 AM
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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 0–17
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    Events

    No events allowed
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    Pets

    Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
    1 pet under 40 lbs
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted
    No smoking in the cabin. Smoking allowed outside

    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

    A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

    About the area

    Salcha

    Located in Salcha, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Harding Lake State Recreation Area and Salcha River State Recreation Site. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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    Salcha, AK

    What's nearby

    • Harding Lake State Recreation Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
    • Harding Lake - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
    • Salcha River State Recreation Site - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
    • Birch Lake State Recreation Site - 21 min drive - 28.5 km
    • Santa Claus House - 33 min drive - 47.5 km

    Restaurants

    • ‪Salchaket Road House - ‬4 min drive
    • ‪Midway Lodge - ‬10 min drive
    • ‪Salcha River Lodge - ‬4 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area. pet-friendly?

    Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

    What time is check-in at Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area.?

    Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area.?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Chez Benz Cabin near Harding Lake State Recreation Area. located?

    Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Harding Lake State Recreation Area and Harding Lake. Salcha River State Recreation Site and Little Harding Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

    Reviews

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    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    10/10

    Check-in

    10/10

    Communication

    9.8/10

    Location

    10/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Connie T.

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

    Perfect getaway

    Chez Benz is a cute place to stay. Everything is clean and the scenery could not be better. The owners are super nice and accommodating. The place is the best place to get away. They have all you need. Would definitely stay again.
    Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Kevin M.

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

    Short Stay

    The cabin is just outside the entrance to Harding Lake rec area. This was extremely convenient for me to access Harding Lake for the week-end I was there. The cabin is well kept and comfortable. It has that nature quietness that gives you the get-away feeling. The hosts are great, ready to ensure everything is good while maintaining your privacy. Overall, a great stay.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Russell S.

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

    Nice Owners

    The owners are terrific people. Very nice to work with and stay to themselves even though they live close by. Lora does laundry, very nice to have! I stayed here twice for a month each time. It takes a bit to getting used to living off the grid but once you master it all is just fine. Not for the faint of heart, but for folks that want to do something a little different and have fun doing it. The microwave works very well and the heater does also. The walls are eight inches thick so Arctic air is not a problem. The owners will do anything you ask of them.
    Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Russell S.

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

    Pleasant Stay

    I was a construction superintendent on a nearby site. I stayed at the cabin five weeks from May 8 to June 12, 2022. Eric and Lora were very kind hosts. Their house is 100 feet from the cabin but screened by foliage. They left you alone but were responsive to your needs. Lora provided laundry service which was great. I used the outdoor shower daily and it served the purpose. The privy was clean. I had my two springer spaniels with me and they got along well on the property….no fences just the wilds of Alaska. The cabin is very quiet. The oil heater works very well. The refrigerator and microwave served there purpose quite satisfactorily. I ate in the cabin every night for five weeks so it is manageable with a good bbq. You could not shower in the winter and the privy would be a challenge below zero but doable. When I arrived it was below freezing each morning. Given the potential environment in Alaska the Benz’s have done everything possible to make the small cabin comfortable. I would definitely stay again. Russ
    Stayed 35 nights in May 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Jackie S.

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

    great stay!

    Thank you!
    Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
    Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Thomas H.

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

    excellent

    Wonderful people as friendly as I have ever met.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Samuel A.

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

    Awesome Cabin and Great Owners

    Absolutely loved our experience at the cabin! The owners are very nice and accommodating and the cabin was very clean and stocked with almost everything you could think of needing. Highly recommend.

    10/10 Excellent

    Matt R.

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

    our thoughts

    Eric and Lora are outstanding hosts. The cabin was clean and the accommodations were as promised. We will be staying with them again!

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

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

    good stay

    everything was good
    Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Brynn R.

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

    Lovely cabin at the lake!

    Eric and Lora are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. They were so gracious during my stay. The cabin was exactly as listed - clean, comfortable, easy to find, private, secure, and surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildlife. Thank you!
    Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2020

    About the host

    Hosted by Eric and Lora Benz

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    Chez (French word meaning “At”) Benz comes from the needle point frame inside the cabin . The parents of Eric Benz, Claude and Jeanine immigrated from France in 1958 to settle in New Jersey thousands of miles from their families. The needle point picture "Chez Benz" inside the cabin is the home Eric grew up in. Just like Claude and Jeanine, Eric and Lora changed their lives by selling everything North Carolina and settling in Salcha, Alaska in April 2019.

    Why they chose this property

    Close proximity to Harding Lake boat launch and Harding Lake State Recreation Area. If your friends and family are camping in Harding State Recreation Area and you are not equipped to camp, then stay with us and visit still hang out with your friends or family.

    What makes this property unique

    Aurora Viewing between September 15 and April 15. Depending of weather and solar activity. During the winter enjoy snow machine trails and cross country skiing.

    Languages:

    English, French