Title: Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit Vacation home in Houston with kitchenette and balcony ## Photo gallery for Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit ![Interior - Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106810000/106800500/106800464/bb60b6d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106810000/106800500/106800464/ee00d016.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106810000/106800500/106800464/f29add6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![WiFi, bed sheets - Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106810000/106800500/106800464/f0db40a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106810000/106800500/106800464/aee1eeb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit provides amenities like laundry facilities and a sauna. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 1 bathroomSleeps 81 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit About this space Climb aboard your own private jet! This McDonnell Douglas DC-9 has been converted into a luxurious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, fully equipped with heated floors, a private sauna, and a massive deck built directly onto the aircraft wing. Whether you are grilling steaks on the wing, watching a movie in "First Class" (the living room), or taking the controls in the original cockpit, this is a once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan experience. Located on a private active runway, you can watch planes land from your window while enjoying total privacy from our other cabins. The space ✈️ The Jet Layout: First Class (Living Room): Relax with a big-screen TV and original airplane windows. The Cockpit: Fully preserved! Sit in the Captain’s chair and snap some photos. The Kitchen: Full-sized and fully equipped for gourmet meals. The Wing Deck: A massive outdoor deck built on the wing—perfect for grilling salmon or watching the Northern Lights. The Sauna: Yes, this airplane has a private sauna to warm up after a snowy day. 🛏️ Sleeping Quarters (3 Bed / 2 Bath): Master Suite: Spacious and private. Guest Bedroom: Comfortable queen setup. "Cargo Class" (Kids Room): A fun, secret hideout located in the belly of the plane! Accessed via a small ladder, this room features a twin mattress and is a hit with children. 📍 Location & Activities: The Runway: We are located on a 1,900’ private strip. Driving in? We are easy to access via paved, plowed roads (1 hour from Anchorage). Winter: Cross-country ski right from the door, or access the Big Lake snow machine trails within minutes. Ice fishing and dog sledding are nearby. Summer: Hiking trails on the property. We also offer air tours, glacier landings, and bear viewing flights directly from the property! Guest access You have the entire aircraft to yourself! Entry: Climb the stairs through the private jet bridge. Laundry: Washer and dryer are located in the entry area. Parking: Plenty of space for cars or aircraft. Other things to note Safety First: This is a real, retired airliner. While we have made it safe and comfortable, please use common sense. Watch for sharp edges on the exterior and be careful when exploring compartments you wouldn't normally see as a passenger. Communication: We monitor radio frequency (provided upon booking) from 8am-8pm. If you get radio silence, we may be flying—please use the satellite text number provided in the house manual. House Rules: Strictly NO smoking or vaping anywhere on the 100-acre property ($250 fine). Guest Count: Please ensure your booking reflects the correct number of guests. Unlisted guests will incur a $50/person fee. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 1 square foot ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44030000/44029400/44029352/ea2982e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mt. 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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 762936 ## About the area Houston is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rocky Lake State Recreation Site and Big Lake South State Recreation Site, while Alaska Museum of Transportation & Industry and Dorothy G. Page Museum are cultural highlights. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Epic DC-9 Airplane House: Sauna, Wing Deck & Cockpit Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee S. Aug 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was an exciting and unique experience. ##### Renee S. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan C. Sep 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very special. A must see for any aviation fan ##### Megan C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa B. Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy This was a very positive and fun experience! My three-year-old loved the plane and spent a lot of time in the cockpit and the cargo hold. He did fine with the plane parts, etc. Things to note with an infant (12 months old but not quite walking) - obviously the plan is not child-proofed for this age. There are tons of outlets, the cargo hold door being open while toddler playing in it, and stairs to enter the plane. So a super vigilant parent is needed for an eye at all times. The master is very spacious. The second bedroom has room for a pack and play so that's where baby slept. Little sound proofing, so sound machine (and black out tent) were needed. This was very fun, so I don't like noting the negatives. However, we did not receive the check-in information in a timely manner. I requested the pack and play twice in the week leading up to check-in, and did not hear back. Captain Jon was directly texted and check-in information was then provided. In addition, we were not given information that Google Maps takes you to the wrong location for the address listed in VRBO. At the wrong address, there is a posting with QR code to the correct location. Four stars for cleanliness - there were dirty towels in the washing machine, no new sponge provided or any dish towels (paper towels were available), high chair was dirty and needed cleaned before use. No bakeware, such as a 9x9 dish, available, for those planning meals at the rental. ##### Melissa B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jen D. Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication, location #### Cool place but not at all relaxing unless you like construction zones We arrived well and were super excited about our stay. I left this as a surprise for my family on our last night in Alaska. As we settled in on the wing seating area a catepillar started construction right next to the wing moving truckload after truckload of dirt. The noise had us yelling at each other to communicate and unable to get to sleep and after two hours of trying to be patient we tried to reach out to the owners. Finally someone came to respond but instead of being sympathetic her response was “we’ve never had anyone complain about this before”…Wow. You be the judge- For over a grand for one night it’s totally not worth it if they will still be doing construction while you’re trying to relax and enjoy what they have tried to create. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d933aa74-1fa1-447b-98c4-d166f3cd5d75-1754869147120.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jen D. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025