Auke Lake B&B

Juneau


Located 10 minutes from Mendenhall Glacier, this valley B&B has five luxurious rooms with phone, TV, refrigerator and coffeemaker. In the living room is a stuffed giant brown bear, while outside is a beautiful deck and hot tub overlooking Auke Lake. A kayak, a canoe, and a BBQ in a gazebo are available. The only pickle is location if you're carless.


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