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Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail

Vacation home in Homer with a sauna and a hot tub

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Perched on a bluff, Playful Ravens offers a serene retreat with 'heart enriching' views from most windows and its expansive deck. Unwind in the hot tub or enjoy cozy bonfires at the fire pit. With four spacious bedrooms, ample privacy is yours to claim.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10345 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail

I'll let this 2024 Guest's review start off my description:

"Homer Stunner!!
I've been coming to Homer for over 30 years and this property has the best view of the Bay that I've seen. The well equipped property was a delightful home base for our family. Having coffee in the spa overlooking a glacier does not get old. Enjoying the fire pit in the evening also added to the overall experience. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a special Homer experience."

Playful Ravens: A Luxurious Family Retreat with Heart-Enriching Views

-New for 2026 season a private 1/4 mile trail surrounds our home. It's magical.-

Welcome to Playful Ravens, an elegant family home perched above stunning views that can be enjoyed from nearly every window, the expansive deck, or while soaking in the hot tub. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Homer, this peaceful retreat offers quick access to all the charm and activities the area has to offer.

One of our favorite pastimes is watching the sunrise or sunset from the spectacular deck, and we’re sure you’ll love it too. Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub, warming up in the sauna, or gathering around the fire pit, this home provides countless ways to create lasting memories with family and friends.

With four spacious bedrooms, there’s plenty of room for privacy and comfort. The movie room, complete with a cozy couch which transforms into a comfortable bed and a wall of books, is perfect for streaming your favorite shows or relaxing after a day of adventures. For deeper relaxation, enjoy the four-person infrared sauna.

The fully equipped kitchen is a cook’s dream, featuring All-Clad pans, a double convection oven, and a large fridge/freezer—ideal for crafting memorable meals. And if you reel in a fresh catch during your stay, it’ll make the perfect centerpiece for dinner!

The side yard’s large fire pit is perfect for gathering around in the evenings to share drinks, stories, and lasting memories.

Playful Ravens earned its name from the air currents surrounding the bluff, creating a haven for birds. Eagles, ravens, and hawks often soar and play on the breezes—nature at its finest.

The Master Suite
The luxurious master suite features a king-sized bed, a spacious bathroom with a glass-block and tiled double shower, and a private north-facing balcony perfect for taking in the breathtaking views. It also includes a lofted seating area with a loveseat, chair, and Smart TV.

Additional Bedrooms and Amenities
Main Floor: A cozy bedroom with a full-size log bed and an adjacent full bathroom with a tub/shower.
Lower Level: Two bedrooms with queen-sized log-frame beds, a movie room with a high-quality couch that converts into a queen-sized bed, and a bathroom equipped with a shower, toilet, urinal, and sink.
Throughout: In-floor heating and a Blaze King wood stove provide ultimate comfort year-round.

Outdoor Spaces
The spacious deck boasts sweeping views, Adirondack chairs, and a hot tub for ultimate relaxation. A grill is conveniently located off the kitchen for al fresco dining.

Nature and Wildlife
Wildlife abounds at Playful Ravens. Summer visitors may spot bears, moose, sandhill cranes, and eagles. Nearby hiking trails offer even more opportunities to immerse yourself in Alaska’s natural beauty.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 3,713 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please wash any hot tub towels and sauna towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Log With Stunning
Gorgeous Log Home With Stunning View Homer
Gorgeous Log Home With Stunning View Private vacation home
Gorgeous Log Home With Stunning View Private vacation home Homer

About the neighborhood

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Homer, AK

What's nearby

  • Wynn Nature Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 13 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Homer Spit - 16 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Duncan House Diner - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Alice's Champagne Palace - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Captains Coffee - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Wynn Nature Center and within 9 mi (15 km) of Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead and Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies. Ptarmigan Arts and Homer Public Library are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Gorgeous Log Home - Stunning Views, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Infrared Sauna, & Trail Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous place!! The view alone from the deck is worth it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

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

Beautiful Home in Homer

We loved our stay at Playful Ravins and would highly recommend it. If we ever come back to Homer, we would definitely stay here again. The view is breathtaking and the house has everything you could need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

The views forever in our heart

Beautiful home with stunning views of mountains, glaciers, and kachemak bay. Owner and property manager were very quick to respond to questions!!! All the necessities were provided. Hot tub was a huge hit with our friends(bathrobes were a nice touch) we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely home with an amazing view! The kitchen was great for our family gathering in Homer (ten adults for a multi-generational trip). We really enjoyed staying at this beautiful well equipped home. It was a great base for fishing and wildlife day trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Great house for family get together.

We were a group of 6. Only 3 had been to Homer before. The view was breathtaking. The amenities the house provided were over the top. We can’t wait to plan another trip and will be booking this house again. Amy was an add bonus.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
gorgeous, clean and comfortable, with an incredible view. Exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking views of the snow capped mountains, the glacier and the bay. Night lights of the city and Homer spit. Spacious rooms and we found everything we could have asked for to make our stay comfortable. The dishes and cutlery were quality as well as the cookware and appliances. Easy drive into town. Our communication with Paula was easy and she went above and beyond to answer questions.
Early morning above the low lying clouds over the bay
Enjoying the views from the deck
This chair is waiting for you to relax with a beverage.
View of glacier and bay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa B.

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

Great family getaway!

We had a great stay and live the view off the back deck
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Family Vacation

My Family of 9 adults and 2 year old grandaughter had a wonderful 4 night stay at Playful Ravens in Homer! Paula and her team provided excellent communication before and during the trip. The house was clean and beds very comfortable. The pictures provided were very accurate of the home. The kitchen had everything we needed for family meals. It was cold and rainy when we arrived but the wood stove quickly warmed us up. The house has an expansive deck with a spectacular view of the mountains, Grewingk Glacier and Kachemak Bay. The Hot Tub was very clean and well maintained. Our time at Homer/Playful Ravens was the highlght of our 2 week trip to Alaska and Vancouver.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donalee H.

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

Fabulous place

The house was very nice. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley U.

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

Homer heaven

Great place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C., Forest Lake

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

Heavenly view

A great place to stay, relax and refresh. Wonderful amenities and beautiful views! Clean with all the comforts of home. Thank you for an amazing vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne R.

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

The Best View Ever ❤️

Would highly recommend this cabin it was our first time visiting Alaska and we couldn’t have stayed at a better place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Beautiful view, accommodating property!

We loved our stay! The property manager was extremely helpful and super timely in her responses! The view and the hot tub were huge hits!! We absolutely loved it!! Great space for our family and extended family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Perfect Home!

This home had everything we needed for our time in Homer. Very clean, with all the amenities and had a fantastic view of the mountains and the spit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Amazing property and views!

We travelled with 8 people (3 adults and 5 kids) and were more than comfortable all together in this house. The kids had an amazing time playing outside, games inside, enjoying the hot tub, etc. We would all stay here for every Homer travel visit just to sit on that deck and take in Alaska.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johnny F.

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

Cabin with a great view

Everything was just great with the property. From the time we arrived until we left. We had 8 people and there was plenty of room and beds. The view off the back deck is absolutely stunning. It over looks the Homer Spit with Peaks and Glaciers in the backdrop. The kitchen was great we made several meals and had everything we needed. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monty P.

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

Amazing

I have stayed at VRBO all over the place and this is the best ever me and my family had a great time. thank you Monty Plew

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna C.

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

Amazing

The home was perfect. Three generations spent three nights and didn’t want to leave. Enjoyed the fire pit and wood, balconies, hot tub, sauna, lovely furniture and good beds. Hope to return some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S., Florida

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

This House is the Best House in Homer, AK with the Best views.

I would not consider renting any other home in Homer, AK. This house is fantastic - with the best views in Homer. The hosts are very responsive. We could not ask for a better stay anywhere.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tonya G.

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

Returning for the 2nd time

This house is AMAZING!! You will not be disappointed in anything when you choose to stay here. The owners are the best and they offer wonderful management services. The views are breathtaking and there is so much to do in Homer, AK.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Orlene O.

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

Beautiful Alaskan style!

I like it when something can be beautiful without looking like it's in competition with the beauty around it. This home is indeed beautiful but blends with the stunning landscape. We enjoyed the comfort of this home and the breathtaking view. This trip was exactly what we'd hoped for. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Felt at Home in Homer!

This property was great, Paula and Tessa were great with their communication. The views were spectacular... cannot say enough good things about this home! If only we could pick it up and carry it back to NC!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dennis B., Detroit Lakes

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

PERFECT ALASKA GETAWAY

You will not find a nicer place in Alaska. The Views are stunning, Moose walking in yard every morning. The host was warm, kind and friendly. We will be back. Better than Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy H., Florida, USA

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

Gorgeous views!

We were very happy with our stay. The house is as advertised. Keep in mind that the master is a loft, no doors for privacy or blackout shades for the long days. Everything was great, even when we needed batteries for the tv remote, manager showed up with new ones. 👍 The view could not be any better, gorgeous!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023