Drift Away • Romantic Riverfront Escape for Two

Entire cottage in Talkeetna, Alaska

  1. 2 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Phyllis
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

Listing highlights

In downtown Talkeetna, on the river

Right on the Susitna River, steps from Talkeetna River Park and about a 5-min walk to Nagley's Store

Soaking tub in a riverfront cottage

A soaking tub with river views, designed for unwinding after a day of hiking or exploring

Loved for its views and warm hosts

Guests call this one of the best spots in Talkeetna, praising the views, the cozy decor, and the hosts
Welcome to Drift Away!
Leave the world behind and settle into the slower pace of Alaska life at Drift Away, a romantic riverfront retreat in the heart of Talkeetna.
Designed for couples seeking relaxation, connection, and unforgettable scenery.
Drift Away offers peaceful mornings beside the river, wildlife sightings from your doorstep, and cozy evenings beneath Alaska’s summer sky just steps from downtown Talkeetna.
This is more than a getaway — it’s a place to breathe again.

The space
Leave the World behind and Drift into Alaska…
Spend your mornings sipping coffee beside the river while watching for moose, bald eagles, and Alaska’s ever-changing light from this peaceful waterfront retreat in the heart of Talkeetna.
Just steps from downtown shops, dining, flightseeing tours, and unforgettable Denali adventures, Drift Away offers couples the perfect balance of relaxation, scenery, and authentic Alaska charm.

Created for couples seeking rest, connection, and a slower pace, Drift Away is a cozy place to unwind after a day of adventure and experience the quiet beauty of Alaska together. Whether you're celebrating an anniversary or simply escaping everyday life, Drift Away offers the kind of peaceful getaway couples remember long after the trip ends.

Drift Away cottage is inspired by the river that runs by it. Every detail from the driftwood decor, fresh white sheets, luxury soaking tub to its large windows letting in the sound of water and the chatter of seagulls will spoil you!

Guest access
Why Couples love Drift Away
❤️ Private escape for two
🦅 Wildlife sightings from the property
🏔️ Riverfront Alaska Denali View
🚶 Walk to downtown Talkeetna
🌅Romantic evenings by the water

The outdoor space provides front row seats to the most beautiful Alaska scenery Talkeetna can offer!

Drift Away → relaxation / escape / unplugging

Other things to note
We offer breathtaking sunsets and silky soft sheets but no TV.
We want to create a place free from the usual pace of life and more importantly something rare- time for each other.❤️

However, we recognize that in our busy world you may need internet access and we do provide it.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Mountain view
River view
Waterfront
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.89 out of 5 from 144 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is a guest favorite based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 94% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 3% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 2% of reviews
  4. 2 stars, 1% of reviews
  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Talkeetna, Alaska, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Location! Location! Location!!! Seeing is believing!
Our family’s luxury cabins are nestled on the banks of the magnificent Susitna River with Denali as the backdrop in vibrant Downtown Talkeetna.

Coffee shops, delicious restaurants and Talkeetna activities are just a 2 minute stroll away.

• Riverfront
• 2 min. walk to the coffee shops and activities
• Incredible photographic opportunities
• Local wildlife
• Charming small town atmosphere
• Views of the Alaska Range

Meet your host

Superhost
838 reviews
4.92 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
Speaks English and Spanish
Lives in Talkeetna, Alaska
Hello! We’re Chris and Phyllis Owens. Our story is love at first sight! We fell in love with Talkeetna during our first visit to Alaska so we made it our summer home! We bring a touch of southern hospitality to this northern frontier, and we are excited to share our little piece of heaven with you! Our family would love to help make your Alaska dreams come true. We are always available if you have any questions or would like recommendations. To see all of our stunning waterfront cabins, touch our picture and then scroll to the bottom of the page! Your hosts, Chris and Phyllis

Phyllis is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Annie
  • Isabel

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