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Homer house rental - Rock Garden Inn
Rock Garden Inn
  • Homer house rental - Rock Garden Inn
    Spacious vacation living!
    Relax in comfort. We'll gladly make you a fire.
    Great kitchen to fix your salmon, halibut, oysters and clams.
    Bedroom Suite on the main floor.
    Bedroom suite top floor.
  • Homer house rental - Upper Bedroom Suite
    Inside balcony, art room with space for an extra pump up bed.
    Views from each area of the Inn
    Watch the ever changing view.
    Soaking tub with unique tile display.
    Rock Garden Inn
  • Homer house rental - Fall Sunset
    Rock Garden Inn
 
Homer house rental - Rock Garden Inn

Rock Garden Inn

Spacious vacation living!

Spacious vacation living!

Relax in comfort. We'll gladly make you a fire.

Relax in comfort. We'll gladly make you a fire.

Great kitchen to fix your salmon, halibut, oysters and clams.

Great kitchen to fix your salmon, halibut, oysters and clams.

Bedroom Suite on the main floor.

Bedroom Suite on the main floor.

Bedroom suite top floor.

Bedroom suite top floor.

Upper Bedroom Suite

Upper Bedroom Suite

Inside balcony, art room with space for an extra pump up bed.

Inside balcony, art room with space for an extra pump up bed.

Views from each area of the Inn

Views from each area of the Inn

Watch the ever changing view.

Watch the ever changing view.

Soaking tub with unique tile display.

Soaking tub with unique tile display.

Rock Garden Inn

Rock Garden Inn

Fall Sunset

Fall Sunset

Rock Garden Inn

Rock Garden Inn

Per night (USD) $240 - $260
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps7
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 nights

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House, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2 Baths, (Sleeps 5-7)

A luxurious home with great views, within walking distance to downtown Homer, offers the best of wilderness and city life. Enjoy our beautiful home, rock gardens, and terrific ocean view.

Two custom suites offer versatile sleeping arrangements for seven, two queen log beds, a full-size antique bed, a twin antique bed, and an inflatable twin mattress on the upper inside balcony.

This spectacular home offers a full kitchen, two baths, a large soaking tub, washer and dryer and many more amenities. Eat out or eat in, with our fully equipped kitchen and BBQ.

Explore Homer with a short walk to a variety of scrumptious restaurants, art galleries, boutiques, the Pratt Museum, Islands and Ocean Center, and of course Bishop's Beach. Visit my pottery shop on the main floor of the Inn, Jars of Clay Pottery. Walking and bike trails make it easy to get around Homer. Enjoy the breathtaking view of our cityscape and Kachemak Bay, islands and mountains.

Amenities: Two queen-size log beds, one full-size antique bed, an antique twin bed, a twin inflateable mattress. A full kitchen, microwave, dishwasher, cooking utensils, basic cooking supplies i.e. spices and condiments, refrigerator and freezer, washer and dryer, soaking tub, deck, Cable TV, DVD, CD player and radio, and wireless internet access. Outside fire pit for picnics.

Activities: Go fishing for Halibut and Salmon, visit the many art galleries and artists' studios, develop your understanding of our Ring of Fire Village by visiting the Pratt Museum and the Island and Ocean Center. Enjoy the many hiking trails on both sides of the bay, along with kayaking and boating. Cinemas, coffee shops, scrumptious restaurants, are all just a brief walk away.

Please go to VBRO # 115838 to make inquiries on this vacation rental. Or call and ask for Ruby.

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About Ruby Haigh

We built the Rock Garden Inn in 1998 and have been renting the Inn since 2006. It is a wonderful custom home, built by Tim and myself, Ruby. I am a life long Alaska, and Tim has been here 30 years. We would love to share our knowledge about Homer and Kachemak Bay with you to help vacation in Homer.

Ruby Haigh purchased this house in 1998
Why Ruby Haigh chose Homer

Homer is so beautiful and we enjoy sharing our home with guest from all over the world.

What makes this house unique

The Inn is an intown location, but also is wooded. There are great trails to take one to the beach or through town. The view from the Inn catures the mountains and Kachemak Bay. Enjoy BBQ on the deck while watching moose, eagles, ocean and mountains.

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Homer house rental - Rock Garden Inn

Rock Garden Inn

Spacious vacation living!

Spacious vacation living!

Relax in comfort. We'll gladly make you a fire.

Relax in comfort. We'll gladly make you a fire.

Great kitchen to fix your salmon, halibut, oysters and clams.

Great kitchen to fix your salmon, halibut, oysters and clams.

Bedroom Suite on the main floor.

Bedroom Suite on the main floor.

Bedroom suite top floor.

Bedroom suite top floor.

Upper Bedroom Suite

Upper Bedroom Suite

Inside balcony, art room with space for an extra pump up bed.

Inside balcony, art room with space for an extra pump up bed.

Views from each area of the Inn

Views from each area of the Inn

Watch the ever changing view.

Watch the ever changing view.

Soaking tub with unique tile display.

Soaking tub with unique tile display.

Rock Garden Inn

Rock Garden Inn

Fall Sunset

Fall Sunset

Rock Garden Inn

Rock Garden Inn

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Nearest Airport : Homer Airport at 3 Miles
Nearest Ferry : Alaska Marine Highway at 7 Miles
Nearest Motorway : Sterling Highway at 0.5 Miles
Nearest Beach : Bishop's Beach at 0.25 Miles
Nearest Barpub : Karacters at 0.25 Miles
Nearest Ski : Olson Mountain at 10 Miles
Nearest Golf : East End Road at 6 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Cups at 0.25 Miles
Nearest Point of Interest : Homer Spit
Nearest Point of Interest : Diamond Beach
Nearest Point of Interest : Bishop Beach
Nearest Point of Interest : Jars of Clay Pottery

Beach Combing, Gallery Shopping, Fishing, Beach Hopping

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Rental Rates for this vacation house rental in Homer, Alaska

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Base Rate
$260
2 nights
 
Discounts: 3 nights or more: $250 Nightly; 6 nights or more: $240 Nightly

Additional information about rental rates

Property Damage Protection $49
Cleaning $150 + Tax
Rates based on four guest. Each additional guest is $25 per night.

Cleaning fee of $99. Damage Deposit of $49, or send a personal check for $150, which is return after checkout and cleaning if no damage.

Tax 7.5 %
Tax Rate 7.5%

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (USD) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting owner when booking.
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation house rental in Homer, Alaska

Property Type:
  • house
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 2000 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Ocean View
  • Water View
Theme:
  • Luxury
  • Romantic
  • Family
General:
  • Hair Dryer
  • Living Room ...
    Enjoy the view from the living and dining room.
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    We have a Tulikivi Soapstone wood stove that can be used to warm you up.
  • Parking Off Street
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Parking ...
    Off street parking for one vehicle.
  • Telephone ...
    A phone is available for local calls.
  • Linens Provided
  • Iron & Board
  • Wireless Internet
  • Wood Stove ...
    We have a Tulikivi woodstove. We'll gladly prepare you a fire, if you've had a chilly day.
  • Internet ...
    Wifi available
  • Towels Provided
Kitchen:
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    Basis cooking suppies are provided, ie. sugar, flour, spices, etc.
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator ...
    Freezer to store that fish you caught.
  • Freezer
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Catering Available ...
    We can help arrange catering from many of the great local cafes.
  • Kitchen ...
    Stocked with the basics for cooking.
  • Ice Maker
  • Pantry Items ...
    Basic food stock provided: sugar, flour, salt and pepper.
Dining:
  • Dining ...
    Eat at the bar or table.
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 2 Upper Level - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 1 Lower Level - toilet , shower , tub , Large soaking tub
  • 2
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
  • Bedroom 1 Lower Level - 1 queen , 1 twin/ single
    Bedroom 2 Upper Level - 1 queen , 1 double
    Loft - Pump up bed available
  • Queen size Beds (2) Handbuilt alder and spruce beds. Tim did great work building them!, Double Beds (1) A beautiful antique bed that sleeps one or two adults., Twin or Single Beds (1) Anitque twin bed shares one of the bedrooms., Sleep Sofa or Futons (1) Full Size Air Mattress
Entertainment:
  • DVD Player
  • Television ...
    Direct TV
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Direct TV
  • Stereo ...
    Speakers available for your ipod or smart phone.
  • CD Player
  • Books ...
    An array of books on Alaska and other topics are available.
  • Toys ...
    Toys for very young children.
Outside:
  • Deck / Patio
  • Balcony ...
    Inside balcony that overlooks the livingroom and kitchen. The inflatable mattress is on the balcony.
  • Outdoor Grill ...
    A BBQ on the deck and a firepit by the creek.
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • children welcome ...
    Infants and toddlers welcome. Children under 8 need permission of owner.
  • non smoking only ...
    Outside only.
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
Pool / Spa:
  • jetted tub ...
    Extra large soaking tub, without jets.
Attractions:
  • health/beauty spa
  • museums
  • cinemas
  • live theater
  • restaurants
  • churches
  • marina
  • playground
Leisure Activities:
  • beachcombing
  • bird watching
  • eco tourism
  • scenic drives
  • walking
  • whale watching
  • shelling
  • horseback riding
  • shopping
  • sight seeing
  • antiquing
  • wildlife viewing
  • boating
Local Services & Businesses:
  • fitness center
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
  • hospital
  • laundromat
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • mountain biking
  • golf
  • cycling
  • hunting
  • racquetball
  • sailing
  • hiking
  • swimming
  • fishing
  • rock climbing
  • tennis
  • kayaking
Notes: Sit around the Fire Pit and have a picnic.
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Reviews for this vacation house rental in Homer, Alaska

Luxurious Home with Great Views and walking distance to Downtown Homer
average rating of 5.0 based on 8 reviews
business
Luxurious Home with Great Views and walking distance to Downtown Homer
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p82119vb
+ (907) 2996118
Homer Kenai Peninsula
Dyer, IN
5

Just Lovely!

5 of 5
Submitted: July 27, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
Beautiful, comfortable place and wonderful hosts. Ruby had toys for my children to play with and plenty of room around the property for them to run around. We enjoyed quiet nights by the campfire with new friends and even cooked a few meals over the fire as well. Steps from downtown shops and restaurants. Hope to return again some day! Thank you!
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks Jackie.............. appreciate it. Please come back!

Ruby
business
Luxurious Home with Great Views and walking distance to Downtown Homer
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p82119vb
+ (907) 2996118
Homer Kenai Peninsula
Boston
5

Double the Value/Half the Price

5 of 5
Submitted: July 27, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
All the prior reviewers said it all. The house is magnificent in every respect. Every expectation is magically fulfilled. You will leave very happy!
What the prior reviewers didn't tell you, though, is that the value is worth DOUBLE the price. We have rented a number of homes through Homeaway.com in the US, in St. Maarten, and Europe and, while all were superior properties, this one had better features for much less cost. Want proof? We have our own New England listing (#233748) for more than twice the price, and while ours is also very, very nice and completely books up all dates rapidly with very satisfied guests, The Rock Garden Inn is better than them all!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thanks for the great review! Please come back!

Ruby
business
Luxurious Home with Great Views and walking distance to Downtown Homer
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p82119vb
+ (907) 2996118
Homer Kenai Peninsula
Dyer, IN
5

Just Lovely!!!

5 of 5
Submitted: July 27, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
Beautiful, comfortable place and wonderful hosts. Ruby had toys for my children to play with and plenty of room around the property for them to run around. We enjoyed quiet nights by the campfire with new friends and even cooked a few meals over the fire as well. Steps from downtown shops and restaurants. Hope to return again some day! Thank you!
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxurious Home with Great Views and walking distance to Downtown Homer
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p82119vb
+ (907) 2996118
Homer Kenai Peninsula
Farmington Hills, Mi USA
5

Both the Views and the Home Are Stunning!

5 of 5
Submitted: June 22, 2011 Stayed: June 2011
We have stayed in a number of very nice VRBO homes. This one was absolutely the best! The home (hand built by Tim) is amazing. Clearly built around viewing opportunities, there are beautiful views from every room in the house. It is meticulously decorated and Ruby's wonderful pottery is evedient throughout. Ruby and Tim were extremely helpful with dining options and places to go/see (highly recommend the "Homestead Restaurant" on East End Road and Finn' Pizza on the spit). One evening, Ruby knocked on our door to let us know there was a momma moose with 2 calves at the end of the driveway! We spent a good 1/2 hour taking picture!
Our trip was a 3 week whirl-wind of Alaska, and our last 3 nights/4 days were spent in Homer. It was our favorite part of the trip. If you're looking for an excursion, I highly recommend True North Kayaking. We did the "Ultimate Tour" which was a 3+ hour hike to a glacier lake followed by a 3+ hour sea kayaking tour. Amazing). We will be back! Thank you, Ruby and Tim!!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxurious Home with Great Views and walking distance to Downtown Homer
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p82119vb
+ (907) 2996118
Homer Kenai Peninsula
Texas
5

Very appropriate and cute title!

5 of 5
Submitted: August 20, 2010 Stayed: August 2010
Our gang simply loved this property and the owners. Ruby and Tim were very helpful with any needs that we had. They made us feel right at home. We are already talking about coming back next year. This time we will bring our kids.

I would highly recommend this property to my friends and relatives. A must see is the "Ring of Fire" Meadery and the Mermaid Cafe.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: We totally enjoyed having you stay at the Rock Garden Inn !
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