Title: Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107228339&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Aurora Yurt \~ Recreational Haven Apartment in Willow with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Aurora Yurt \~ Recreational Haven ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets - Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven (Talkeetna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107230000/107228400/107228339/2f7cb7c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven (Talkeetna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107230000/107228400/107228339/a7ba7c1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven (Talkeetna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107230000/107228400/107228339/d743eb62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven (Talkeetna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107230000/107228400/107228339/4b805ff2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven (Talkeetna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107230000/107228400/107228339/0a030213.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in an Alaskan recreational hub, Aurora Yurt offers a cozy glamping experience with easy access to hiking and biking trails, fishing creeks & rivers. Unwind on the deck of your yurt after a day of adventure and enjoy amenities like a kitchenette with Keurig coffee maker, electric blanket for chilly nights, and binoculars for bird watching. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2312 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Aurora Yurt \~ Recreational Haven Welcome to Aurora Yurt, a luxury glamping experience nestled in an Alaskan recreational hub. You\`ll have easy access to numerous outdoor adventures, including summer access to hiking and biking trails; fishing on many nearby creeks & rivers; and accessible cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails in winter. After a day of adventure, you\`ll return home to a cozy yurt experience with a deck, kitchenette and access to a heated shared bathhouse with a shower and laundry facilities. When you walk into the yurt, you\`ll see a comfy queen bed with charging ports, Alaskan themed books, and bedside lights. On cool nights, you can choose between lighting a fire on the Blaze King Woodstove, using the space heater, or getting cozy with the electric blanket you\`ll find in a basket by the stairs. The yurt is dry, meaning there is no running water. You\`ll have a water container that can be filled from the well outside, and a grey water bucket below. You\`ll also have a fully functional kitchenette, including small sink, a microwave, a fridge/freezer, a keurig coffee maker, a french press, a coffee grinder, an electric cooktop, a toaster, spices for cooking, as well as bowls, plates, and utensils. You\`ll be provided with a locally roasted coffee from Farm Loop Coffee, local tea from Felicity loft, and lotion made locally by Grey Fox. There is a small table for dining, as well as a chess board, a deck of cards, and a pair of binoculars for watching birds from the large deck. Just next door is a heated bathhouse with a toilet, a shower, and a washer and dryer. This space is shared with your neighbors in Borealis Yurt. From the yurt, you\`re just minutes away from world-class fishing at Sheep Creek, Goose Creek, Montana Creek, and the Kashwitna River. If you need recommendations for an excellent fishing guide, we’re here to help. Enjoy local ATV trails right from the property, or explore millions of acres of public lands for snow machining in the winter with direct access from here. Snow machine rentals and delivery can be arranged, or you can bring your own. The local dog mushing community maintains numerous multi-use trails in winter, perfect for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Additional activities include dog sled tours, flightseeing, river rafting, and hiking. Aurora Yurt is an ideal base for adventures to Hatcher Pass, Talkeetna, or even a road trip to Denali National Park. For dining, Sheep Creek Lodge’s restaurant is just minutes away, and the Denali Brewing and Tasting Room is also nearby. You will have full private access to your yurt and deck. You\`ll have shared access to a heated bathhouse with toilet, shower, and laundry used also by guests from one other yurt. The cabin is on property that houses two yurts, two guest homes, and the owner\`s home. Please be respectful of others\` space. The owner is a dog musher who lives on the property. For safety reasons and out of respect for the well-being of our sled dogs, guests are prohibited from accessing the sled dog yard located down at the end of the driveway to the right. You are welcome to reach out for questions or recommendations at any time! The yurt is located in the Caswell area of Alaska off mile 88 of the Parks Highway, between Willow and Talkeetna. The area is known for its amazing hunting and fishing opportunities. The cabin is about four miles off of the highway in an area that is popular with dog mushers. You\`ll likely hear the howling and singing of the dogs during your stay. A vehicle will be required to get around. This yurt in generally easily accessible. Occasionally during certain times of year (November - April) it may require AWD. Access during breakup and the muddy season, or after heavy snow fall might be more difficult. This yurt in generally easily accessible. Occasionally during certain times of year, having AWD may make access easier. Access during breakup and the muddy season, or after heavy snow fall might be more difficult. These occasional days happen only between November and April. The bathhouse is on a well and septic tank, so please don\`t flush anything but toilet paper down the toilet. For the protection and safety of the home owners & guests, this home is equipped with an outdoor security cameras that take active video and audio recordings on the in the driveway and exterior of the house. The yurt is in an area popular with dog mushers and you\`ll likely hear the howling and singing of the dogs during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ### General - Unit size: 312 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119660000/119652200/119652184/287ffa29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Forest Stay On 9 Acres Talkeetna - Washer - Dryer - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=119652184&PinnedHotelID=119652184&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95051800/95051712/c7112978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Talkeetna Sockeye Cabin at Montana Creek & Sauna Talkeetna - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $178 CA $234 total includes taxes & fees Dec 14 - Dec 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=95051712&PinnedHotelID=95051712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101880000/101879800/101879775/0e7ef61d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin located on private homestead, with fun activities and beautiful views Talkeetna - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews CA $261 CA $369 total includes taxes & fees Dec 13 - Dec 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=101879775&PinnedHotelID=101879775&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91620000/91610800/91610741/a11a9702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Spruce Lodge, Lakefront near Talkeetna & Denali State Park Trapper Creek - Free WiFi - Game room - Parking available - Laundry 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=91610741&PinnedHotelID=91610741&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117470000/117464400/117464347/e291f5b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Talkeetna Hot Tents with Denali view. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 272426 ## About the area ![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%7C61.97615%2C-149.95613&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PEtCYUgL6Fr2m0HdBgSYd6CSfDk=) Talkeetna, AK #### What's nearby - Caswell Lake \- 9 min drive \- 5.0 km - Secluded Lake \- 15 min drive \- 8.6 km - Willow Creek Studio \- 17 min drive \- 15.9 km - Denali Brewing Company \- 30 min drive \- 33.0 km - Willow Lake \- 31 min drive \- 43.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪Beans Borealis Brew - ‬19 min drive - ‪Shadrick Hollow - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven? ### What time is check-out at Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven? ### Where is Aurora Yurt ~ Recreational Haven located? ## Have a question? 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