This is a quirky spot with an authentic, rustic Alaskan cabin feel. The property is tucked down a private driveway about 20 minutes from the Denali entrance and a short drive or walk from Otto Lake.
On our first morning, we saw a mother moose with two babies and more than 20 snowshoe hares. The property also has several interesting outbuildings, beautiful custom woodwork, and dog sleds to check out. I met Wade as we were leaving, and he was incredibly nice. It is clear they take great pride in their home and property.
The cabin had everything we needed for cooking, along with a nice deck, barbecue, charcoal, and basic seasonings. I had seen other reviews mention the toilet, but we did not find it to be an issue.
The main reasons for my three-star rating were the beds and limited hot water. Showers need to be quick, navy-style showers, so the stay felt a little more like camping. Wade mentioned they hope to connect the cabin to a well and septic system in the future, which could greatly improve the experience.
The kids were happy with the twin and full beds, but my tall husband and I used the sleeper sofa because the loft bed is tucked into a small nook. The sofa was uncomfortable, and we kept rolling into each other, so we did not sleep much the first night.
Overall, this is a unique property in a great location. I would strongly suggest replacing the sleeper sofa with a more comfortable option for couples.