Aviation Retreat: Tiny Home w/ Private Balcony

Tiny home in Houston, Alaska

  1. 3 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.86 out of 5 stars.22 reviews
Hosted by Jon
  1. Superhost
  2. 6 years hosting

Listing highlights

Near Big Beaver Lake in Alaska

About a 15-min walk to Big Beaver Lake, with Big Lake a short drive away for boating and fishing

A real jet next door

Grill dinner on the wing deck of a retired Boeing 727, then hang out in the fuselage lounge

Guests love the one-of-a-kind setting

Guests call it one of the most unique places they've stayed, with a responsive and attentive host
Welcome to the "Wrangell" at the famous Pilot Lodge! This charming tiny house offers the perfect blend of woodlands and aviation. Located just 10 minutes from Big Lake, it is a cozy, budget-friendly home base for your Alaskan adventure.

The best part? As a guest of the Wrangell, you get exclusive access to the communal areas of our neighbouring Boeing 727 Jet—including the wing deck for BBQs and the fuselage lounge!

The space
The space 🌲 The Cabin (Your Private Space):

The Loft: Sleep amongst the trees in the upstairs bedroom loft, featuring a private balcony deck perfect for morning coffee or watching Alaskan sunsets.

Full Amenities: Despite being "tiny," this cabin pulls no punches. It includes a full kitchen for cooking meals and a complete private bathroom.

Views: Overlooks the woods and the airfield activity.

✈️ The "Extension" (Your Bonus Space): Why stay inside? You are welcome to walk over to our retired Boeing 727 Lodge (located right next door).

Wing Deck: Grill your dinner on the wing of a real jet.

Fuselodge: Play ping pong or hang out in the communal lounge inside the aircraft.
📍 The Location:

Located on a private airfield property where aviation meets nature.
10 minutes to Big Lake (boating, fishing, ice fishing).
Easy access to flight tours and trails right from your doorstep.

Guest access
You have exclusive, private use of the entire Tiny House. Additionally, you have shared access to the Boeing 727 communal areas, including the wing deck grill and the interior lounge/game area.

Other things to note
Other things to note

Stairs: Please note the sleeping area is in a loft accessible by stairs/ladder, so you must be comfortable climbing.

Winter Travel: The property is accessible year-round, but we recommend 4WD/AWD in winter months.

House Rules: No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lake access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

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4.86 out of 5 stars from 22 reviews

Overall rating

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Houston, Alaska, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Meet your host

Superhost
381 reviews
4.85 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
My work: Pilot
I am a Flight Instructor that teaches in Cessna and Piper bush planes here in Alaska. if you have any questions about flying or local tours please do not hesitate to ask!

Jon is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 98%
Responds within an hour
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