Title: Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=45473542&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House ![Exterior - Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House (Homer)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45480000/45473600/45473542/d84484f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Kachemak Bay hills, Garden House cottage offers a serene retreat with mountain views and abundant wildlife. Unwind in comfort, surrounded by nature’s beauty and homey amenities like a kitchen, living area and two queen bedrooms. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space £257 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Nestled in the hills above Kachemak Bay, the Garden House cottage features stunning mountain, glacier, water views, and abundant wildlife. The ideal setting for a relaxing getaway, an Alaskan adventure or both. Close to nature with all the comforts of home. The Garden house was constructed in 2010 and is pleasantly furnished and pristine. This cottage features a kitchen, eating area, two bedrooms (each with a queen bed), one bathroom, and a comfortable living area. For more information about this property, visit our website: www.bearcanyoncottages.com ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - 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 a village - In the city centre - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the ocean - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snowmobiling 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93200000/93196600/93196551/ca5cfc9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Leisure Suite - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Homer Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Private vacation home Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Private vacation home Homer ## About the area Located in Homer, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Ptarmigan Arts and Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Homer Golf Course and Homer Harbor. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Homer travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Homer.dx1497) [View more Holiday homes in Homer](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Homer-Private-Holiday-Homes.d1497-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C59.66665%2C-151.46329&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YApRICvG4kMa5E8Ib-dnsrD9Wu4=) Homer, AK ### What's nearby - ![Homer Spit from above in Homer, Alaska. Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228449/7bedb3dc-c802-44ff-b284-b159f2a2b41a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Homer Spit 8 min drive \- 5.5 miles - Calvin & Coyle Nature Trail Trailhead 4 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies 6 min drive \- 3.7 miles - Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center 7 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Hallo Bay Lodge Bear Viewing 8 min drive \- 4.9 miles ### Getting around - Homer, AK (HOM) 10 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 6 min drive - Starbucks 7 min drive - Rumps Bbq 8 min drive - Duncan House Diner 7 min drive - Alice's Champagne Palace 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House? ### How much is parking at Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House? ### What time is check-in at Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House? ### What time is check-out at Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House? ### Where is Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bear Canyon Cottages - Bird House Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 55 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeff p. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great overnight stay great comfortable property ##### jeff p. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul E. 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location, super clean and efficient design. ##### Paul E. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Hogan 5 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Clean rooms, nice bed. Large outdoor area to have activities. Could have a larger tv ##### Hogan Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna S. 24 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location and Property I took my parents to Homer and it was nice for them to have some space and their own bedroom for our two nights.Received check-in instructions in a timely manner and was easy to access the cabin. Very nice accommodations. Everything we needed was supplied.Easy access to Homer and the Homer Spit. ##### Donna S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason B. 30 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homer Halibut Stay Great setting and clean property! ##### Jason B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John V., Rockford 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a GREAT Place to Stay! Super clean, really well laid out and perfect situated to enjoy Homer by day and chill out in the quiet at night. Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay while in Homer! Probably the best VRBO I have stayed in yet, and I use VRBO a lot! ##### John V. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick D. 8 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homer fishing Fantastic home! Close to town and had all the things we needed to have a comfortable stay. ##### Nick D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CAROLANN W. 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Always Our First Choice These little cabins anre always our first choice when traveling to Homer. Property is immaculate and quiet, we have everything we need, and Jen and Jaret are the perfect hosts! ##### CAROLANN W. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia L. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homer Wonderful hosts Clean comfortable cabin with all the amenities ##### Patricia L. Stayed 9 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H., MCFARLAND WI - USA 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent place to stay in Homer area My daughter and I stayed for 4 nights in the Bird house. The location is close to Homer, although not secluded. The cabin has everything you need. The entire cabin is very clean ##### Susan H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice cabin A friend and I stayed for 2 nights. The cabin is very well appointed, very clean, and the beds are so comfortable. I would recommend this for a trip to Homer, as long as you have a car. It is about 5 minutes outside Homer. ##### Linda S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody W. 1 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Moose, Moose….Moose!! Great Property! Easy jump to town and great views. We watched moose in the yard and next to the house all evening and into the night. Will definitely be starying again! ##### Cody W. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homer, Alaska Wonderful site. Easy access to Homer and fishing. Great hosts! Friendly. Good fishing advice. Nice country setting. Perfect accomodations ##### Verified traveller Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Joseph P. 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy and surprised quest Nice property clean and comfortable, but be careful a lot of hidden cost ##### Joseph P. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy W. 11 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to stay in Homer! My husband and I have stayed in many places in Homer over the years, and this one was the best ever! We appreciate it the great communication from the host and horses, the very comfortable beds, the cleanliness of the cabin, the very well-supplied kitchen, the bathroom sink being separated from the shower and toilet room, the washer and dryer, and list goes on. We used both beds as well as the pullout sofa bed and all were very comfortable. We will definitely stay here when in Homer again. Perfect in every way.! Thank you, Jennifer and hubby! ##### Kathy W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan A. 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property - good location and very clean. ##### Bryan A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean B. 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful surroundings and clean, new cabin ##### Jean B. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg M. 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice and super clean cabin and quiet too. It was very comfortable. ##### Greg M. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cy s. 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! 100% recommend this place! ##### cy s. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonna G. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Checking was easy, house was very clean, and everything we needed. ##### Jonna G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa K. 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super comfortable Had a great time, moose sighting was icing on the cake. ##### Lisa K. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn A. 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The cabin had all necessary amenities and then some! The host was always responsive and available to help us out with tech support or questions. The linens were very fresh and the cabin was super cute with nice local artwork. ##### Lynn A. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary L. 18 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Had a wonderful time and would recommend to anyone making a trip to Homer! ##### Mary L. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla M. 28 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First time Homer Family vacation ##### Carla M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHRISTINA B. 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend out of town Wonderful weekend in Homer!!! The cabin is beautiful and has everything you would need. We will definitely be back!!! ##### CHRISTINA B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ---