You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Mountain + Bay Views, Fire Pit! A True Retreat!
Welcome to your Alaskan escape, perched above the world-famous Homer Spit, with uninterrupted views of Kachemak Bay and the majestic Kenai Mountain Range. This serene retreat offers front row seats to nature’s masterpiece from sunrise to sunsets, from eagles soaring above to moose roaming through the yard!
Inside, you'll find 2 spacious bedrooms and a loft, comfortably sleeping up to 6 guests. The main-floor primary suite boasts a king bed, ensuite bathroom, and breathtaking bay views right from your pillow. Downstairs, a spacious queen bedroom with private bath ensures comfort and privacy. The loft area, perfect for families or extra guests, features two twin beds, a comfy couch, and a TV for winding down after your daily adventures.
Step outside to a lush front lawn and a detached ocean-facing deck, where you can unwind in Adirondack chairs around a crackling fire pit—a perfect spot to sip your favorite drink, watch the tide roll in, and let the peacefulness of Homer wash over you.
Whether you're here for fishing, hiking, wildlife watching, or simply soaking in the views, this home is your front-row seat to the best of Alaska.
Neighborhood Overview
Perched in one of Homer’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this home is ideally located on peaceful Fireweed Avenue—just minutes from downtown yet worlds away in tranquility. Enjoy the quiet charm of a residential hillside setting with panoramic, unobstructed views of Kachemak Bay, the Homer Spit, and the stunning Kenai Mountains.
You’ll be close to Homer’s vibrant art galleries, locally loved restaurants, and iconic landmarks like the Homer Harbor and Pratt Museum. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to beaches, hiking trails, and world-class fishing and wildlife tours. Fireweed Ave offers both privacy and convenience, making it the perfect home base for your Alaskan adventure.
Whether you're here to relax and take in the views or head out and explore, you’ll find the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility in this unbeatable location.
Getting Around
This home is perfectly situated for easy access to everything Homer has to offer. Just a quick 5-minute drive brings you to the heart of downtown Homer, the Homer Spit, and the harbor—where you’ll find shops, restaurants, art galleries, and tour departures. Most guests find having a car essential to fully enjoy the area, especially for exploring nearby trails, beaches, and scenic drives along the coast.
Parking is easy and free on-site, and the roads are well-maintained year-round. While Homer doesn’t have public transportation, taxis and local shuttle services are available. If you’re arriving via the Homer Airport, you’re only about 10 minutes from the home, making arrival and departure a breeze.
Whether you're heading out for a halibut charter or a dinner reservation, everything you need is within a short, scenic drive. We’ve put a lot of effort into making this into a lovely space to be enjoyed by our guests.
Please ensure you read and fully understand the house rules at the beginning of your stay. Failure to follow any of these house rules is a breach of the terms and conditions of your reservation. If anything in our House Rules is unclear, please contact us.
We reserve the right to evict any guest or visitor who fails to adhere to our house rules.
Outline below are our House Rules that we ask you to abide by: - No parties or events allowed.
- Smoking or vaping of any kind is not permitted anywhere on the property (this includes inside the house), If there is evidence of smoking on the property guests will be subject to an additional fee of $1,000.00 plus actual costs of cleaning and deodorizing the property.
- No pets allowed unless previously agreed upon. Any unauthorized pets will result in an additional fee of $100/night. : Please ensure that your pet is inside the house during nighttime. : Guests will be responsible for cleaning up after their pet. : Please don’t allow your pet onto any furniture.
- No unregistered guests allowed overnight at the property. A maximum of 4 visitors allowed during the day. Any extra overnight visitors must be approved in advance. : Unauthorized guests will be charged an additional $50 per person, per night. It is the responsibility of the renter to ensure that any visitor also comply with our house rules.
- Please respect check-in and check-out times. : There will be an additional fee of $100/hour in the event you are not out by the stated check-out time. Late check out may be permitted 24+ hours in advance.
- No illegal substances allowed on the premises.
- Please do not try to flush any sanitary products, baby wipes, or “flushable wipes” down the toilet.
- Children should be supervised at all times at our property by an adult. : Guests are responsible for the safety of their children at all times.
- In case you misplace a personal belonging, please contact us so that we keep an eye open when we prepare the property for the next guests.
- We hope you have lots of laughter and fun times during your vacation! However, we’d really appreciate it if you’re mindful and keep noise to a minimum during nighttime hours. : Quite hours are from 10pm to 8am.
- If you encounter any issues with our neighbors, please notify us as soon as reasonably possible. : If any neighbors report excessive noise, your vacation rental agreement could be terminated and you’ll be asked to leave our property. Should this happen, it will result in a total loss of the rental amount.
- We do understand that accidents do happen and kindly request that you report any accidental breakages or damages to me before checking out. In case of any accidental damage, we’ll look into the issue internally to decide if and how much the deduction or repair cost will be, the cost will be either billed to the guests or taken from their security deposit.
- Be sure to maintain a good level of cleanliness throughout your stay, this will make it much easier when check-out time comes! Any excessive cleaning will be billed to the guest (or taken from the security deposit).
- Tampering with any tech (Wifi, security cameras, locks, noise monitors, etc.) is grounds for immediate removal of all guests without refund.
- Cancellation: : A full Refund (minus 4% credit card processing fee) for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking, if the check-in date is at least 14 days away. : 50% refund for cancellations made at least 7 days before check-in. : No refunds for cancellations made within 7 days of check-in.
Please treat our house with the same respect as you would your own home. If anything is unclear, please contact us so we can explain in further detail to avoid any misunderstandings.
Property manager
The Arrival Co
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Boat
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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 and a first aid kit
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
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
384043
About the neighborhood
Homer, AK
What's nearby
Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
Bishop's Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
Homer Spit - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
Getting around
Homer, AK (HOM) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Captain's Coffee Roasting Co. - 9 min drive
Fat Olive's Restaurant - 11 min drive
The Kannery - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mountain + Bay Views, Fire Pit! A True Retreat! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Mountain + Bay Views, Fire Pit! A True Retreat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountain + Bay Views, Fire Pit! A True Retreat!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mountain + Bay Views, Fire Pit! A True Retreat! located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wynn Nature Center and Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies. Ptarmigan Arts and Homer Public Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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