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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Homer, AK
  • Homer Spit
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wynn Nature Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Homer, AK (HOM)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Homer

Oceanside stay.At this Homer vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Homer Golf Course and 6 miles (10 km) of Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead. Homer Spit and Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Homer Spit - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Homer Harbor - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Wynn Nature Center - 14 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Homer, AK (HOM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swell Taco - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Coffee Roasting Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fat Olive's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite

The panoramic view of Kachemak Bay from Turkington Estate's private 28 acres is one of the most breathtaking views you can experience while visiting Homer. Grewingk Glacier, Poots Peak, Gull Island, the Homer Spit and more; they're all visible!

Guests might enjoy going for a stroll around the property exploring the various flora that grows wild, picking a snack of wild raspberries from the raspberry patch in the late summer and fall, sit out on the deck and watch the sun set in the late summer evenings or read the diary entries and view photos from the Turkington family's adventures to Alaska in Model A's from Connecticut 70 years ago.

The Turkington's are 4th Generation Alaskans/Homerites and we love the last frontier. We're thrilled you stopped by our website to learn more about the Estate. We hope you'll choose to spend part of your Alaskans adventure with us!

Property manager

Joyce Turkington

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • 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
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Historic - Private 28 Acres - 180° Ocean View! - Carolyn's suite Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sonja r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place
Very homey place with outstanding view of the bay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rena R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homer Hideaway
Incredible views! Lots of space and easy access to Homer for our family. Needed to do some remote work and wifi was not very strong. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness
View!
The view is amazing! It was also very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hong, Union City

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is roomy, clean, beautifully decorated. Breath taking views of the Homer Spit and the Kachmek Bay State Park
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
The view didn't disappoint! Amazing view of the bay. We saw Sandhill Cranes, pheasant, and a cow moose.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible place to stay in Homer
This beautiful home was perfect for our family. It is spacious and comfortable and is equipped with everything you need. It is a convenient location for visiting Homer and the view from the large living room windows and front deck is incredible! The property was very clean and the beds were comfortable. Wifi works great. It was really nice to have two bathrooms and the large laundry room came in so handy. I was sad to leave and wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super property, awesome view, great hosts!
We totally enjoyed our stay and would certainly stay again if in the area. We had excellent communication with Joyce before and during our visit. Close to Homer and the Spit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hualiang

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this place. The views are so beautiful, the house is vey comfortable, and the hosts are very nice and helpful. We’d like to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The views of the Bay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views!
Enjoyed our stay. Close to Homer Spit which we totally enjoyed. And the guys were successful halibut fishing. Mama moose and the 2 babies on property with the bald eagles flying above were a big plus! The hostess was very nice and informative. Thank you for giving us such wonderful memories 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay in Homer
The views were spectacular and the house very clean and comfy. The property is wonderful to walk around and the owners are very nice and helpful. Would definitely stay there again and the location was prefect, a short drive to Homer spit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the Visit
My folks were visiting and I wanted to show them Homer. The Turkington Estate did not disappoint, with a view that would be hard to match right from the living room. We will definitely be visiting again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan T., Caldwell Idaho USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Second time here and will surely come again!!
Not only does this property have stunning views, it was immaculately clean, well appointed and exactly as advertised. The communication with Joyce the owner was very good as she kept us informed of a potential check in issue(which did not happen) due to a very large party checking out before us, but when we encountered her on the property she was very informative on local activities and just very friendly in general. We were able to see a young bull moose, right in the back yard of the house which made my wife's day! I cannot recommend this property highly enough. Thanks for sharing this home with us. Dan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievably wonderful stay
The property was exactly as advertised and much more when we actually arrived. Joyce and Alan were so welcoming and friendly and were there to answer any questions we had. The house is immaculate and very comfortable with magnificent views over the water. It was very quiet and just a short drive from Homer center. We would love to return and would recommend the property anyone wanting a wonderful, relaxing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peggy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it
We love the Turkingtons. Thank you for such amazing hospitality. Best Stay available guaranteed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darin A.

Beautiful views
Beautiful views. Very spacious And Homie we really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Majestic views of Alaska glaciers from every room.
My husband and I took a trip to Alaska for our 40th anniversary. Carolyn's Suite at the Turkington property was a highlight of our trip. The views from every room were stunningly beautiful. The house was spacious, comfortable, well appointed and lovingly care for. There were Sandhill Cranes spending the day eating and resting in the meadow. The location was private yet close to Homer. Truly a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Absolutely loved it!
It is a beautiful home and property, complete with a breathtaking view of the bay and glacier. We were treated to a flock of 40-50 Sandhills Cranes most days and some raspberry picking. This comfortable and well-stocked home is in a great location and Joyce and Alan Tarkington are perfect hosts. Thank you for a lovely stay - we hope to be back one day. Lynda and Larry Stein, Michigan
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Beautiful
Beautiful place with gorgeous view. A very relaxing, comfortable setting and a wonderful place to call "home" while on vacation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

linda v.

Lovely house with an incredible view
We stayed at the house 2 nights. It was comfortable and super clean. The hosts anticipated questions with helpful notes around the house and included a very interesting history of the house and the Turkingtons. Downtown Homer was only a few minutes drive but I could have stayed two days in the living room looking out at the incredible views of the ocean and mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

David T.

We loved it!
For our summer family vacation, we wanted to explore the Homer area. We don't really like hotels, so we thought the Turkington estate would suit our needs. Not only did it suit our needs, it was like a dream come true. The house was spotlessly clean and the view of Kachemak Bay and the Homer Spit was spectacular! The place was so spacious and cozy. The owners were very helpful, recommending places to eat and visit, which turned out to be wonderful. The location was a little out of town, which made it a quiet retreat after a busy day of exploring. We would highly recommend Carolyn's suite to anyone looking for a clean, quiet getaway with a view to die for!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

Beautiful grounds and setting
Hope to go back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rodney M.

Million Dollar View
The house was very clean and roomy! The living area is so spacious with a post card view. There was more than enough space for us (two couples). The house had everything we needed and more. If we were in the Homer area we would definitely rent this house again. We went Halibut and Salmon fishing and easily caught our limits. Homer is probably my favorite area in Alaska. We highly recommend the Turkington Estate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Comfortable and well furnished vacation stay.
We spent 3 nights at this lovely home. Everything was wonderful - comfortable beds, great kitchen, comfy living area and a view to die for! I've stayed in Homer 4 times, and this is by far the best place I've used. I would come back here no questions asked! Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us.

10/10 Excellent

John H.

All around spectacular stay.
Beautiful Views! Awesome house! Very comfortable beds! Easy location to Homer! Clean as a whistle! Friendly Hosts! Just sorry I couldn't stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017