Transportation

Transportation & Trails:

Alaska is limited in roadways throughout the state. In the cities (Anchorage, Juneau, Fairbanks) & some of the villages, roads are available. In Anchorage, no problem. Where you wish to go, there is a street or a highway.

Cab Service

The People Mover Bus System

Jarvi Homestay is approximately one mile from a bus stop
The #60 stops at the north end of the neighborhood, on Oceanview, & takes you downtown. For schedules & fares, check the website

Car Rentals – Anchorage is pricey – make yours in advance and check AARP, Costco, and similar options

RV Rentals

Trains – Alaska Railway
Airport – The Ted Stevens International serves many airlines. We are 8.75 miles away.
Planes – Sightseeing/Flightseeing Tours – Merrill Field & Ted Stevens Airport are possible sites
Commercial Airlines – check your preferred airlines
Bicycles – More than ten sources for renting bicycles are available. You may want to purchase inexpensive models for getting around if you are visiting for several day. We will donate bikes to charities if you leave them with us

Foot Trails – Anchorage boasts 127 miles of trails within the city, plus the national forests are practically limitless for the hiker or walker.
The Hillside Trail System offers many excursions.
Eagle River Nature Center, located about 20 miles north, is a wonderful walking area if Anchorage lacks enough miles for you

Cassiar Highway through Northern British Columbia

Availability: Jarvi Homestay provides you with choice: convenience & comfort, tucked away from bustle and noise. Jarvi Homestay is located in the Oceanview area of South Anchorage just off the Seward Highway, a route leading to the Kenai Peninsula & many touring sites. This is a BnB close to downtown sites, yet near the waters of Cook Inlet and the peace of a quiet neighborhood. Why settle for concrete, parking lots, traffic, and close contact in public places?

The guest suite encompasses an entire floor of this split-level residence with many amenities. A garden room brings the outdoors in – occasionally featuring moose & birds en route to their destinations. And the hot tub on the upper deck allows you to luxuriate while listening to the breeze! Want a preview?

You may be en route – to a winter glacier cruise, a rural tour of service, an outdoor adventure. Are you coming for the summer season? Planning on biking, hiking, sightseeing? Visiting the marvelous museums and cultural centers of Alaska? Let us be your resting spot in Anchorage. Find us on GoogleMaps or Mapquest for clear directions.

What Our Customers Are Saying

★★★★★

Fall in the valley and snow on the mountains, now. Winter is on its way early this year.

I can attest to ten delightful trips to Anchorage. Jarvi Homestay hosts provide a warm and cozy base camp for visitors! Accommodations are clean and comfortable. Jarvi Homestay is strategically located for easy trips north, south, east and west. Longtime residents, Dan and Mary enjoy welcoming new people to Alaska and making resources available to enhance your trip.

J. Rasberry

★★★★★

Great place to stay!

We stayed 3 nights, the beds are so comfortable it was just what we needed after a long day of fishing! Mary makes a great cup of coffee and was so helpful planning our trip, she really made things easy on us. She had great recommendations for things to do and restaurants to try as well. This is a nice quiet house in a beautiful area. We will definitely stay again!

kailicarter

★★★★★

Fabulous B&B outside of Anchorage.

I had a last minute trip to visit family in Anchorage. I was referred to Jarvi Home Stay and am so glad! I was welcomed like I was a friend! Mary and Dan looked out for me, sharing places they recommended I visit with my cousin and checked in each day to hear about my adventures. The breakfasts were tremendous! I’m diabetic and Mary made sure to have a variety of foods that were tasty and a great start to the day. I particularly enjoyed their puppy who curled up next to me as I watched tv or read. As a woman traveling alone, I felt very comfortable and safe at the Jarvi Home Stay. It was spotless and very comfortable. There were great restaurants nearby – a short drive away, about 1.5 miles. The area around the home was great for walking. I enjoyed a 2 mile neighborhood walk each morning before I started my day. I really enjoyed my visit to Jarvi Home Stay and look forward to returning for future visits.

RJB-15

★★★★★

Unparalleled B&B Experience!!

Comfortable living area for B&B guests, separate from family living quarters. Delicious breakfasts including home-made muffins to fuel your day. Absolutely the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in!! Gracious, welcoming hosts with tips for where to go and what to do in Anchorage and surrounding communities. So interesting to talk with both Mary and Dan!!

Kathy & Dan Dallas-Fort Worth

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