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Modern Log Cabin Vacation Rental with En Suite Sauna in Talkeetna, Alaska

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Welcome to Hale Kōlea Cabin in east Talkeetna, Alaska!
Hale Kōlea Cabin, just a 15-minute walk from historic downtown Talkeetna.
Summer ready at Hale Kōlea Cabin
Hale Kōlea Cabin welcoming studio (no bedrooms) layout.
Hale Kolea Cabin entry and living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 257.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Talkeetna, AK
  • Talkeetna Historical Society Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Talkeetna Riverfront Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Talkeetna, AK (TKA)
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom Area

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Modern Log Cabin Vacation Rental with En Suite Sauna in Talkeetna, Alaska

Hale Kōlea (Ha-lay Co-lay-ah) Cabin is an available custom built log cabin and legally-operated* vacation rental located in the rural neighborhood of east Talkeetna, just a 15-minute walk from the popular historic district. We are a SMOKE FREE, NO PETS and #OpenToAll establishment that measures 616 sq/feet (57.23 sq/m) and designed with a welcoming open studio layout (no bedrooms). Hale Kōlea Cabin vacation rental is an ideal getaway for two persons with a queen bed available.

Modern amenities include: Dual-band Wi-Fi, Samsung 4K Ultra HD Smart TV (no cable or satellite), Netflix, YouTube TV, Samsung Blu-ray/DVD player with movie library, Bose bluetooth soundbar and an en suite Finnish sauna.

Hale Kōlea Cabin vacation rental is a NO HOST log cabin with a fully equipped stainless steel kitchen and separate laundry room. The spa-like bathroom boasts a luxurious glass walled shower with pebbled flooring & a custom en suite Finnish sauna. Hale Kōlea Cabin's furnishings have been meticulously selected to reflect a Hawaiian sensibility and include items such as hand quilted Hawaiian pillows, custom artwork and stunning solid maple hardwood flooring. Hale Kōlea Cabin vacation rental is committed to sustainability by using: LED/CFL lighting, ENERGY STAR efficient appliances, windows, doors, and insulation; ESP certified cabinetry, recycled quartz counter tops and biodegradable cleaning products & supplies.
Come experience the spirit of aloha at Hale Kōlea Cabin!

*Alaska Business License #976961

*Mat-Su Borough Business License #23383

Property manager

Richard Cheney
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
NO PETS ALLOWED ON PREMISES
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING INSIDE OR ON OUTSIDE DECKS

Important information

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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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Talkeetna

Located in Talkeetna, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Talkeetna Riverfront Park and Montana Creek State Recreation Site, while Talkeetna Historical Society Museum and Aurora Dora are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Talkeetna, AK

What's nearby

  • Talkeetna Historical Society Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aurora Dora - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Talkeetna Riverfront Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Denali Brewing Company - 17 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Talkeetna Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Denali Brewing Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Denali Fairview Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Latitude 62 Lodge - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mountain High Pizza Pie - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Flying Squirrel Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Log Cabin Vacation Rental with En Suite Sauna in Talkeetna, Alaska pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Modern Log Cabin Vacation Rental with En Suite Sauna in Talkeetna, Alaska?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Log Cabin Vacation Rental with En Suite Sauna in Talkeetna, Alaska?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern Log Cabin Vacation Rental with En Suite Sauna in Talkeetna, Alaska located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Talkeetna is within 1 mile (2 km) of Talkeetna Historical Society Museum, Village Park and Talkeetna Riverfront Park. Aurora Dora and Dancing Leaf Gallery are also within 1 mile (2 km). Talkeetna Station is 18 minutes by foot and Alaska Railroad - Talkeetna Depot is 21 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 235 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 235 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a perfect little getaway
Stayed in Talkeetna for the weekend to enjoy winter. Everything is always great. Quiet, everything you need for two.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hale Kolea is One of our favorite places to stay
When we walk into this cabin, it's like coming home. This was our second time there and we were at home. People in the area are really friendly and just nice. The cabin is clean, it has everything you need and I love that they have a gas stove. It's so quiet and as writers, it gives us time to get away from a large city and write, read a book or just sleep!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hideaway
What a diamond in the rough!!! An unassuming cabin by the outside. Open the door and enter paradise!! Who needs to fly to Hawaii to get an island experience. This cabin far exceeded our expectations and literally made our weekend. From ease of check in to cleanliness, everything was so perfect. For being a studio cabin, the layout was amazing. The best part was the Finnish Sauna that was connected to the latrine area. The kitchen was amazing for cooking and just enjoying.100% will be back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Work
Very nice put together home. In town for work and had all the normal home furnishings and appliances. Well stocked and was able to easily cook my own meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aloha!
This was the second anniversary my wife and I have spent at the cabin, at 8 years and again now at 15. Even though it had been 7 years, the place was more comfy and cozy than the first time. The hosts have thought of everything and run a smooth operation . We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamye r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Icredible
The cabin was everything advertised and more, very clean, all amenities needed. Such an amazing get away. We will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyleigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhaft schönes Blockhaus mit allen Annehmichkeiten
Wenn man das Blockhaus betritt, möchte man es am liebsten nicht mehr verlassen: so gemütlich und geschmackvoll wie alles eingerichtet ist. Haben hier 2 wunderschöne Tage mit Relaxen und Saunen im herbstlich gefärbten Wald verbracht. Es war die die schönste Unterkunft in unserer an Höhepunkten nicht armen Alaskareise
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alaska getaway
It is a very cozy cottage, comfortable and easily accessible to all alaska adventures. We stayed 10 days and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet log cabin close to everything
We loved this beautifully decorated log cabin. It had a very well thought out layout for two people staying. The bed was very comfortable. The shades worked well for long day light hours. The kitchen had everything we needed. We enjoyed the sauna. We did not have a car and the owners were able to recommend 'taxi' drivers to us. It was an easy walk for us to the downtown for food, to the boat launch for Mahay's jet boat rides and to K2 for flightseeing of Denali. Talkeetna is a cute little town and we wished we staying longer than 3 days. A special thanks to the owners and local contact who were very responsive to our questions. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Talkeetna getaway
Great stay in a lovely little rustic, yet modern cabin. Everything we could ask for and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

philip w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice one bedroom cabin
What a wonderful place to stay in Talkeetna, Alaska. Walking distance to town. Nice, quiet setting. Very comfortable bed and every amenity you could ask for in an ABNB. Coffee maker, microwave, gas stove, refrigerator, and a washer and dryer. It also has a sauna (which we didn’t use). We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical getaway in Alaska
We loved our stay at Hale Kolea! The cabin was perfect for the two of us. Very clean, nicely decorated and had all the supplies/amenities we needed. The bed and pillows were sooooo comfortable and they had extra blankets on hand too! We really appreciated the washer and dryer! The sauna was a nice bonus and our welcome gift was a special treat as well. The location is easily walkable to downtown Talkeetna and make sure to have breakfast at the Swiss Alaska Inn!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alaska getaway
Wonderful cabin with everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Talkeetna Get Away..
The “little cabin in the woods” was perfect. Quiet, trees all around and private. Inside the decorating, amenities, cleanliness and bed were all terrific. Loved how the owner has painstakingly organized the home. The Hawaiian theme and art very well done. Very comfortable in every way and a pleasurable stay. Mahalo !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rickandkathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alaskan/Hawaiian cabin Talkeetna
The cabin was fantastic..we didn’t want to leave..check-in was easy and the property manager gave quick responses..would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone planning to stay in the Talkeetna area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
Could not have asked for a better place to stay. Beautiful and comfortable. It definitely met all our needs and more!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation Getaway
This property is everything it says and more. Perfectly decorated and generously stocked for cooking. Located in a quiet neighborhood it was easy to get to town. The sauna was a big plus for us since we were there in winter. We could not have asked for a more perfect place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect in Talkeetna
We wanted to be close to town but far enough away.. we could have walked!!! The home is perfectly cleaned, nicely designed Hawaiian/Aloha spirit😁 Everything is well thought out - well stocked kitchen, easy on heat.. super sauna. We had great flights/etc to see Denali, relaxed at the house and went downtown easily.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our fourth stay
We love this cute cabin and have been several times :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort and efficiency
The cabin was gorgeous with a very thoughtful layout and luxurious amenities. It was in a cute neighborhood walking distance to the village. Our stay was short but we got in a beautiful cross country ski, enjoyed clear views of Denali, and relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kam N., Alaska, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best Talkeetna spot
This is our second stay & we have enjoyed everything about it. The owner & their team have the vacation rental game dialed in with attention to detail and clear communication. We are looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome cabin!
Everything about this place was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue L., Brunswick, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful property
This was our first trip to Alaska and my husband and I had no idea what to expect or even look for. So I have to admit that I was attracted to the Hale Kolea because of the name - we've been to Hawaii a few times and loved it. We only stayed a few nights and we were in and out quite a bit so we did not take advantage of the steam room (although it looked fabulous and instructions on use were well posted and very clear) or the nicely equipped kitchen aside from the coffee maker (thank you for the Hawaiian blend coffee!). But the cottage is so comfortable. The bed was fantastic and I just loved all of the artwork and the corresponding description of each in the binder on the dining table. There's a bulletin board with local business cards and maps, a basket of magazines/maps and that sort of thing, games and books. We were there in August, so it didn't get fully dark until after 10, and the sun did wake us up in the morning when it streamed through the windows - we forgot our eye masks! But this was not an issue since we needed to get up anyway. I do recommend that you bring some. The cottage is within walking distance to downtown, but we drove since we were on to other things before/after. The neighborhood was surprisingly quiet given that there are other cabins/cottages next door and across the street. We plan on coming back as soon as we can and staying a few days longer so we can fully enjoy all that this lovely home offers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Richard Cheney

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Hale Kōlea Cabin is a labor of love project by owner, Richard Cheney and his husband Kalani Chong. Richard, a graduate of University of Michigan, grew up in Williamston, Michigan and has been a Hawaii resident for over 35 years. Richard is a 12-time Honolulu Marathon and 3-time Iron Man finisher. His husband Kalani is a Native Hawaiian whose lineage can be traced back to Hawaii's Princess Ka'iulani. Kalani enjoys traveling to UNESCO World Heritage Sites and collecting vinyl records as art. Both live in Hilo, Hawaii and work in the health care industry.

Why they chose this property

We are a legally-operated log cabin vacation rental:
Alaska Business License #976961
Mat-Su Borough Business License #23383

​Richard and Kalani unknowingly fell in love with Talkeetna while on a March 2012 winter vacation that began with Anchorage, then Fairbanks and eventually ended with a picturesque Aurora train ride to the charming town of Talkeetna. One night's stay in Trapper John's Cabin is all it took to launch research of available real estate that quickly led to groundbreaking four months later on July 3, 2012.

What makes this property unique

For the past 3 years, a kōlea bird or Pacific Golden Plover appeared every August at Richard and Kalani's residence in Honolulu, Hawaii. Every day this kōlea bird could be seen grazing the grassy parts of their property for an insatiable appetite of insects, all while enjoying the warm Hawaiian sun. Every April, their bird would vanish and heed its migratory call to flock north to Alaska. This miracle instinct fittingly inspired the cabin's name, Hale Kōlea (Ha-lay Co-lay-ah) or 'Kōlea House'.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in making Hale Kolea Cabin as a part of your next Alaskan adventure. We look forward to your stay!

*Inclusivity Disclosure:
Hale Kōlea Cabin has and will always welcome:
ALL Races
ALL Religions
ALL Countries of Origin
ALL Sexual Orientations
ALL Genders
ALL Abilities
You are safe here.

Languages:

English

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