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Away from the Hustle & Bustle, But Close Enough

Away from the Hustle & Bustle, But Close Enough

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Overview of Away from the Hustle & Bustle, But Close Enough

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

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Anchorage, AK
  • Popular LocationChugach State Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlaska Zoo6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDimond Center6 min drive
  • AirportAnchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field)13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Arctic Foxes Den

Bruins Den

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Away from the Hustle & Bustle, But Close Enough

Jarvi Homestay welcomes you! Located less than 10 miles from downtown Anchorage and from the airport, we provide a cozy living arrangement. You will have the bottom floor of the house, with two bedrooms, bath/laundry, living area, and sunroom for your stay. We offer well-secured Internet so you can do business and check your files safely. Parking is off-street. Traveling to the Kenai? Highway access to points south is extremely easy and you will miss the Anchorage traffic. Neighborhood is great for walking and views of both the mountains and the Turnagain Arm (water). See us on the web for a list of nearby amenities. We suited for up to four travelers, two per room with a shared Queen-size bed.

Traveling for business? Touring? Visiting for a conference? Most of our guests are here for one of these activities and they say we have the best espresso around.

Property manager

Mary M Rydesky

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Exterior
Forget Me Not Home in South Anchorage
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Tennis court
9.6 out of 10, (114 reviews)
Forget Me Not Home in South Anchorage

House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Calm. Cozy. Clean. Quiet. Visitors talk about the peacefulness of Jarvi Homestay. We are smoke-free. If you plan on partying or having visitors, this

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Anchorage

This bed & breakfast is located in Old Seward - Oceanview, a neighborhood in Anchorage. Port of Anchorage and Tanglewood Lakes Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark and Alaska Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ben Boeke Ice Rink or Anchorage Football Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anchorage, AK

What's nearby

  • Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary - 2 min drive
  • Chugach State Park - 4 min drive
  • Alaska Zoo - 6 min drive
  • Dimond Center - 6 min drive
  • University of Alaska - Anchorage - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Anchorage Alaska Railroad Depot - 13 min drive
  • Ted Stevens Anchorage Intl. Airport (ANC) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Firehouse Subs - 5 min drive
  • Wendy's - 3 min drive
  • South Restaurant + Coffeehouse - 4 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Find!
Jarvi Homestay was a great find! Great base location for day trips in the Anchorage area. . Mary and Dan were extremely knowledgeable about the area and gave us some great tips for our day trips and restaurants. Was even able to get us some discounts! Breakfast was very fresh and creative. Would highly recommend Jarvi Homestay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
B&B stay
Very nice B&B. Nice owners, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Flo W.

We were treated like royalty!! Mary & Dan are wonderful! Comfortable beds, great food & hospitality.
My husband, grandson and I had the wonderful opportunity to stay at Jarvi Homestay in July 2018. Mary and Dan are wonderful people and very knowledgeable of local resources and contacts. They are exemplary hosts. We enjoyed very comfortable and clean accommodations. Our daily breakfast was amazing, a 5 star restaurant couldn’t have prepared a better meal. Mary and Dan gave us our privacy but were ready and willing to share information on what to do and see in Alaska. I highly recommend Jarvi Homestay! You won’t be dissapointed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rita B.

B and B
Dan and Mary were very attentive and kind. They were there for us and answered any questions we might have. The place was well supplied, and the beds were very comfortable. If you stay here, you might want to be aware of the following, though. You are not to wear shoes in the house. The couple has a dog, and if you have allergies or fears, you need to be aware of that. The rental is the lower level of a bilevel house and the stairway is open to the upper level. Because of that, as renters, you can hear conversation going on upstairs, and probably the reverse is true as well. Finally, the lower level felt a bit damp; a dehumidifier would solve that problem, I think.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Reinhard R.

Absolut überragend
Unvergleichliche freundliche Aufnahme durch die Vermieter.Tolle Unterkunft.Phantastische Informationen über die weitere Reiseplanung.Spitzenfrühstück.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

About the host

Hosted by Mary M Rydesky

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I am an instructor and educator, working with military transitioners, college students, and others who are experiencing change in their companies and careers. We operate the B&B (since 2007) and have made friends worldwide by conversing with wonderful guests.

Why they chose this property

You have the right mix of privacy and friendliness - we can provide recommendations on restaurants, things to do, and can direct you to the real Alaska experience!

What makes this property unique

Quiet. Calm. If you are a dog lover, you will enjoy the opportunity to meet our pup (and we know some travelers see this as a bonus!) We expect you will be out and about, secure in the knowledge that your belongings are in your room rather than in your vehicle.
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