Title: Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! Travelers discover a lakefront Alaskan retreat where nature connection happens naturally, with private hiking trails and peaceful waterside relaxation ## Photo gallery for Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! ![12 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! (Wasilla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42540000/42539700/42539635/47c69d7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! (Wasilla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42540000/42539700/42539635/abde042f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! (Wasilla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42540000/42539700/42539635/c0026ef9_edited_0532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![12 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! (Wasilla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42540000/42539700/42539635/a2d098de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! (Wasilla)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42540000/42539700/42539635/w1200h780x0y22-310302ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Meier Lake spans 122 acres of Alaskan wilderness, offering a true escape. Visitors hike private trails, play disc golf, or enjoy the lakefront with up to 20 guests. The firepit is perfect for evening gatherings, and the sauna offers relaxation after outdoor adventures. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Parking available - Laundry room ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=42539635&PinnedHotelID=42539635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWasilla-Hotels-Why-Rent-A-House-Have-A-Whole-Resort.h42539635.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWasilla-Hotels-Why-Rent-A-House-Have-A-Whole-Resort.h42539635.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Wasilla, this resort is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Alaska Live Steamers and Colony House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Arkose Brewery and Palmer Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Palmer Research Center and Matanuska Experiment Farm and Musk Ox Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Wasilla travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wasilla.dx10464) [View more Resorts in Wasilla](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wasilla-Hotel-Resorts.d10464-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=61.652134,-149.31984&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DhiwJ%7E_kn%5B%3Fa%40%3Fa%40%40%5D%3Fa%40%40_%40%40a%40%3Fa%40%40%5DBa%40%40a%40%40%5DBa%40Ba%40B%5DBa%40%40%5DD%5DBa%40D%5DB_%40D%5DD%5DD%5DD%5DD_%40F%5DD%5DF%5BD%5DH%5BD%5DH%5BF%5BF%5BH%5BFYHWF%5BHWH%5BJWFYJUHYJWHUJWJUJSJUJUJSJUJQLQJQLSLQJQLMLSLMLOJMNMLMLKLKNMLKLKNGLINGLININGLENELENENCNENCLANANCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FNBN%40N%40NBLDNBNDLDNDNDLFNHNHLFNHLFLJNJLLNJJJNLLLLLLNJLLRLLLPLPJRLPJPJTLPJRJTJTJRHTJVHTJVHXJTHXHVHZHVHZFVHXFZHZFZFZF%5CFZD%5CFZF%5CD%5CD%5EF%5CD%5CB%5CD%5CD%5EB%5CD%60%40B%5CB%5CB%60%40B%5C%40%60%40B%60%40%40%5CB%60%40%40%60%40%40%5C%40%60%40%40%60%40%3F%5E%40%60%40%3F%5C%3F%60%40%3F%60%40%3F%5E%3Fb%40%3F%5CA%60%40%3F%5EA%60%40A%60%40A%5CA%60%40C%60%40A%5CC%60%40A%60%40C%5CC%60%40C%5CC%5CE%60%40C%5CE%5CE%5EC%5CE%5CG%5CE%5EE%5CG%5CGZE%5CGZG%5CGZGZIXGZIZGVIZIVIZIVIVKXIVKVIRKXIRKTKTKTKRMRKRKPMPKPMRMPMLMPKNMNMLMJONKJOJMJOLMJMFOHMFOHOHMFODODMDOFO%40MDO%40OBO%40OBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCOAMCOAOEOAOGMEOEMEOGOIMIOGMIOGMKMMOKMKMKMOOKKMMOMOMQMMKQMSMQKQMQKQKUKSKUKUKUKSKYISKWIWKYGWKWI%5BIWG%5BIWG%5BI%5BGYG%5BI%5BE%5DI%5BE%5DG%5BE%5DG%5DE_%40E%5DE%5DE%5DE_%40C%5DE%5DCa%40E%5DA%5DCa%40C%5DCa%40Ca%40A%5DAa%40Ca%40A%5D%3Fa%40Aa%40A_%40%3Fa%40A%5D%3Fc%40%3F_%40&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6oRGwUss8_37oID21r9omuPcd1E=) Wasilla, AK ### What's nearby - ![Discovered this hike recently in Hatchers Pass. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10429/1ad6655a-f859-49e7-8d3c-e848ed4659b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hatcher Pass Management Area 8 min drive \- 6.0 miles - ![Lucile Lake, Wasilla, Alaska, Chugach Range SEPTEMBER.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196431/9623cfd4-b943-461f-a71c-5e5a2f73a6a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lucile Lake 12 min drive \- 8.6 miles - Finger Lake State Recreation Area 10 min drive \- 6.0 miles - Wasilla City Hall 12 min drive \- 8.8 miles - Wasilla Museum & Visitors Center 12 min drive \- 8.8 miles ### Getting around - Wasilla Alaska Railroad Depot 12 min drive - Anchorage, AK (MRI-Merrill Field) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - Bearpaw River Brewing Company 14 min drive - Little Millers 11 min drive - Little Miller's Cafe 16 min drive - Subway 14 min drive - Jumpin Java 6 min drive ## About this property ### Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! Family-friendly resort by the lake You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a firepit and a garden at Why rent a house? Have a whole resort!. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking and boating at this resort. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Breakfast (surcharge), outdoor furniture and beach towels - Water sports equipment, snow sports gear and a lift - Local meal delivery service, books and games Room features All guest rooms at Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! boast perks, such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Why Rent A House Have A Whole Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! Wasilla Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! Private vacation home ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! have a pool? ### Is Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Why rent a house? Have a whole resort!? ### What time is check-in at Why rent a house? Have a whole resort!? ### What time is check-out at Why rent a house? Have a whole resort!? ### Where is Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Why rent a house? Have a whole resort! Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### bill r. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Property for a Family Reunion Meier Lake was an amazing location for our Family Reunion. The Property was clean and modern. The location was perfect for our daily adventures and the staff was attentive and caring. ##### bill r. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele R. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a wedding Marissa and Jessica were very helpful and communicative the entire process of planning a wedding the the opposite coast! When everything came together that day, after not even seeing the resort, we were so pleased! The family had a great time on the boats, around the fire, in the sauna and around the trails! Our time there could not have been better! The cabins were super comfortable! We loved our stay!! Thank you Marissa for all of your attention to detail, for going above and beyond and for making ‘suggestions’ to lead us to the right decisions!! Totally recommend! ##### Michele R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ---