Anchorage is well known as the ‘City of Lights and Flowers’. Alaska’s capital is home to almost half of its denizens, and after seeing Anchorage, you’ll see why. Sitting on the Cook Inlet in the Gulf of Alaska, the city is all about neighbourhood gardens, meandering bike paths, delicious seafood, museums, and more. What’s more, Anchorage is also home to not one or two but numerous lakes, small and big. They’re popular for their picturesque lakefront rentals. In fact, you can’t find a better place for a base in this gorgeous city. So, why not head down here and check out the top six lakefront rentals in Anchorage, Alaska?
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to a lake. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Peaceful Lake Haven (from USD 221)
From the title itself, this two-bedroom house offers a peaceful and soothing experience for its guests. During winter, the house’s backyard connects to the frozen lake where you can go ice skating or ice fishing. In the summer, there is a dock nearby you can use to swim or paddleboard in the lake. Speaking of paddleboards, two are provided for guests’ leisure.
Inside, the house features a large living room with various couches, a fireplace, and a large TV. The kitchen is fully-equipped and has all the cookware you need to make a meal. If you’re wondering what’s nearby, Lake Hood Harbor, Kincaid Park, and Point Woronzof Park are less than five mi (eight kilometres) away.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the house was very cleanHost:
house and host were excellentowner was great and easy to communicate withthe hosts were excellent to work with and communicated very wellRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect so close to everythingthe location is excellent close to downtown anchorage and all highways (hahaha it is only 2)
2. Three-bedroom house in midtown Anchorage (from USD 347)
Located in Anchorage’s midtown area, this three-bedroom house guarantees guests convenience and ease of access to all that Anchorage has to offer. It’s close to Anchorage Botanical Garden, Alaska Pacific University, Nunaka Valley South Park, and Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouses.
As for amenities, the house comes with a desk computer in the calligraphy room that guests can use for work. There is a large window that overlooks the nearby lake. The house’s deck is furnished with a dining table in order for guests to enjoy their meals with the beautiful lake as a backdrop. As for parking, guests will be happy to know that there are six slots available.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
wifi was spotty but that seemed to be true wherever we stayed in alaskacomfortable beds had everything we needed in the kitchenthere were 6 of us and the beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
the property was cleanthe house was very clean & neat comfortable and the online pictures are accurateclean easy to communicate w/ owner great location for all our anchorage activitiesRead more reviewsHost:
jason and annie were very responsive to our questions and concernsthe owners greeted us upon arrival and made sure we were comfortablethe hosts were very friendly and responsivecommunicating with the owners was easy as wellsurprised to meet the owners upon arrival but they were very cordial and considerate
3. Upscale lakeside house for a large group (from USD 940)
Sitting on the lush green banks of Sand Lake is this superb and sprawling house, complete with a massive deck that overlooks the lake. If you’re a huge group of friends or family visiting Anchorage, then you cannot find digs better than this. This upscale, million-dollar house has 4 bedrooms which can easily sleep up to 10 people. Besides the usual facilities like modern bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, the highlight of this place is the extra perks that come with it. There are bicycles that you can use to go exploring on your own, and even water skis for thrilling water fun!
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts were so kind and helpfulhighly recommend and hosts were very responsive throughout our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful home in a beautiful locationit’s a beautiful location with easy access to any and all adventures
4. Sun-kissed home on Jewel Lake (from USD 349)
Bright rays of sun greet you as you enter this warm and inviting lakeside rental on Jewel Lake, complete with the Chugach mountains as the backdrop. A sprawling patio, floor-to-ceiling windows, and soaring ceilings make this gorgeous two-bedroom home the perfect comfortable base for your lakefront vacation. Right from fishing for fresh trout to barbequing by the lakeside, you feel right at home here. Plush beds and modern creature comforts make staying here all the more comfortable. With downtown Anchorage a mere 15-minute drive, this place really is the best lakefront rental for exploring all adventures that the city has to offer.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the master bedroom has a great bed and the second bedroom has a great view of the lakeRead more reviewsHost:
owner was very responsive and hospitablenic was a hospitable proprietor and accessible by phone for any questions or supportowner nick is wonderful about communication any questions we had he was very prompt to reply too
5. Cosy studio on Lower Fire Lake (from USD 80)
If you want to get away from the bustling city life, then this beautiful studio on the banks of the Lower Fire Lake is perfect. It sits a 20-minute drive northeast of Downtown Anchorage and offers stunning lake views from just about every window. No matter which season you visit, there’s always something going on at this lake - think ice-skating, fishing, swimming, paddle-boarding, and what-not! Moreover, the house even has a sitting area and a deck with a fire pit and grill. So, you can enjoy an evening of lakeside grilling with brilliant views of an Alaskan sunset. Above all, the house is most comfortable with all modern amenities, cosy beds, kitchens, and entertainment.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the space was perfect for two and the view from our room was breathtakingnice room with great lake viewcomfortable bed beautiful view fridge and microwaveamazing experience as well as room and amenitiesthis place was amazing the room was very comfortable and the view is stunningCleanliness:
very clean and quieteverything was very cleannice and clean modern spaceit wasvery clean and well decoratedthe space was very clean and everything we could needHost:
the hosts are very friendly and answer any questions you havethe owners are awesome and i’d highly recommendfantastic hosts whould stay againthe host was awesome she was very helpful with all my needsbrandy and brent were wonderful hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
lake location is very relaxingperfect location on a scenic lakelocation was perfect right in eagle river close to stores and restaurants and about 20 minutes from anchoragebeautiful location and a nice size room for the pricegreat secluded location and everything you need for an extended stay
Superhost
6. Cozy one-bedroom house by the waters (from USD 62)
You cannot get a better lakeside rental in Anchorage than this cosy one-bedroom house which sits on not one, but two lakes! Sitting on a quiet cul-de-sac between Lakes Spenard and Hood, the studio features a living, dining, and bedrooms with full baths and full kitchens. Since both lakesides are a short two-minute walk, you can indulge in biking, walking, and hiking trails nearby. What’s more, downtown Anchorage and the airport are both a mere 10-minute drive in the opposite directions.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we loved having a full kitchen so we could have breakfast and coffee at homesleeping room is cosy - bed is very comfortablei also appreciated the extra snacks in the kitchensome very cool artwork full kitchen and nice touches like some snacks and a sleep maskdining and living room (with cable tv) area are greatCleanliness:
bathroom is clean and hot waterapartment very clean comfortable and very homeyeverything is very cleanit was very clean comfortable and well decoratedit’s spacious for two people and very clean and comfortableHost:
the hosts were extremely inviting and kindour hosts went all out to make us feel welcomeawesome host highly recommend it for future servicesthe host was incredible very accommodating and friendlysweet hosts and adorable placeRead more reviewsLocation:
great quiet location and privacynice quiet locationgreat space and close to walking areas and airportnice neighborhood close to trailsgreat place to stay centrally located
7. Knik Arm hideaway in Downtown Anchorage
Stay smack dab in the heart of downtown Anchorage in this lovely one-bedroom studio with fabulous views of the cerulean waters of the Knik Arm. So, the coastal trail and bike path is a hop, skip, and jump from the rental. Also, since it sits in the bustling neighbourhood of Bootleggers Cove, you’re close to all amazing things to do in the city as well. Coming to the house, the fully equipped home boasts everything from a double and sofa bed to an immaculate bathroom, living space, kitchen and even an incredible outdoor patio with lake views. Enjoy a cuppa in the morning or a glass of wine on lovely evenings as you watch the sunset over Anchorage.
Anchorage, Alaska, United States
10.25 km (6.4 mi) from Alaska Native Heritage CenterAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
really enjoyed the keurig and the big tvthe internet was fast and the tv was a nice onethe apartment looks old- but they did a good job of trying to make it look modernall of the amenities in the bathroom were quite old it smelled like smoke while we were thereCleanliness:
the place was clean and spaciousthe place was clean and comfortablethe airbnb was clean and neighborhood very quietthe house is clean cozy and stylishcool space downtown anchorage it was nicely appointed and cleanHost:
david is a great hostthe host is nice and quick to responsedavid was very helpful with any questionsdavid was very helpful with a quick response for any questions we hadthe host was very nice and responsibleRead more reviewsLocation:
cute little space close to downtownperfect location to walk downtownamazing location in bootleggers covegreat location of the downtowngreat place close to downtown
Anchor lakeside in Anchorage
There are few better ways of staying in Anchorage than at one of its many, many lakesides. So, go through this amazing list of lakeside vacation rentals and enjoy a memorable vacation in this Alaskan capital.
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