Under $150K Sunday: Furnished 1987 Lakefront Cabin on 18.91 Acres in Alaska – Only $119K
Escape to this lakefront cabin, featuring 18.91 acres of prime hunting and fishing grounds in the Alaskan wilderness. This fully furnished three-lot estate includes a wood-fired lakeside hot tub and seamless access to neighboring state land.
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About This Under $150K Sunday: Furnished 1987 Lakefront Cabin on 18.91 Acres in Alaska – Only $119K
Anchored on the shores of Otter Lake, this beautifully maintained and fully insulated cabin offers a serene escape with breathtaking views of the Alaskan wilderness. The property is a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts, boasting proximity to world-class salmon fishing and prime hunting grounds. Spanning 18.91 acres across three combined lots, the estate is bordered by vast stretches of usable state land, ensuring your privacy and a front-row seat to nature’s grandeur.
The cabin comes fully furnished and includes three functional out-buildings stocked with numerous extras to streamline your off-grid lifestyle. Down by the water, you can unwind in a wood-fired hot tub fed by a natural spring while taking in the lakefront scenery. Whether you are looking for a turnkey retreat or a rugged basecamp for seasonal adventures, this expansive acreage provides the perfect blend of comfort and utility in the heart of the Mat-Su valley.
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Township Road E1 Rd #E2, Skwentna, AK 99667 $119,000
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Skwentna, Alaska
Skwentna is an isolated settlement located in the Yentna River Valley within the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, roughly 70 air miles northwest of Anchorage. Situated on the south bank of the Skwentna River at its junction with Eight Mile Creek, this census-designated place spans a vast 450 square miles of rugged, low-lying wetlands and dense forests. Because it is not connected to the state’s contiguous road system, the area remains a true wilderness outpost where the few dozen year-round residents are scattered across the landscape rather than clustered in a central town site.
The geography of the region is defined by a network of meandering glacial-fed rivers and numerous lakes that support a diverse array of Alaskan wildlife, including all five species of salmon, moose, and brown bears. To the west, the horizon is dominated by the soaring, glaciated peaks of the Alaska Range, which creates a dramatic backdrop to the marshy lowlands. This environment makes the area a premier destination for fly-in backcountry activities, such as remote fishing at wilderness lodges, hunting, and snowmobiling.
Historically, the area served as a hunting and fishing ground for Dena’ina Athabascans for centuries before becoming a vital link on the Iditarod National Historic Trail in the early 1900s. Today, Skwentna is best known as a primary checkpoint for the annual Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and a stop for the Iron Dog snowmobile race. Without cars, locals and visitors rely almost exclusively on bush planes, boats, or snowmachines to navigate the terrain, maintaining a lifestyle dictated by the seasonal rhythms of the Alaskan interior.
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