Stillwater Cottages
A small Alaska retreat where your group can stay, gather, work and relax—all in one place.
Corporate Retreats – Wellness Retreats – Workshops and Trainings – Family Reunions – Leadership Retreats – Yoga Retreats
Located one hour from Anchorage’s Ted Stevens Airport – Open Year Round
Get away without going completely off the map.
Stillwater Cottages gives your group a place to step away from the usual routine without giving up the comforts and conveniences that make a retreat easy. Your team can wake up beside the lake, have coffee on the porch, gather for a meeting or workshop, kayak on Lake Lucille, share a meal, relax around the fire, and sleep just steps away—all in one place.
Meeting Facilities
The Little Lakehouse @ Lake Lucille
- Capacity 24
- 4 tables, 24 chairs
- Full kitchen
- Large patio
- Complementary self parking
Activities and Outdoor Amenities
- Kayaks
- Two lakeside firepits
- Barrel saunas at each cottage
- Lawn games
- Lakefront views
Lodging
- 7 lakefront cottages
- 2 one-bedroom
- 5 two-bedroom
- 12 Queen-sized beds
- Sleeps 24
- Full kitchens
- One bathroom per cottage
- Modern furnishings
- Covered porches
Location
- 1 hour from Ted Stevens Airport in Anchorage
- Minutes from Wasilla
- Close to restaurants and shopping
- Glaciers, hikes, fishing and more within one to two hours drive
Designed for groups. Easy for planners.
A great retreat needs more than a meeting room. With seven lakeside cottages, The Little Lakehouse, and plenty of space to gather, relax and get outside, Stillwater gives your group room to do what you came for—and gives you fewer details to coordinate.
Stay Together
Multiple cottages keep your group close while giving everyone their own comfortable space to relax and recharge.
Gather Together
The Little Lakehouse gives your group a dedicated space for meetings, workshops, meals and conversations—all with Lake Lucille views.
Get Outside
Step away from the agenda with kayaks, lawn games, firepits, saunas, and plenty of fresh Alaska air.
Cook, Cater or Go Out
Full kitchens in each cottage and The Little Lakehouse make group meals easy, while nearby restaurants and takeout give you plenty of options.
Build In Downtime
Private saunas, covered porches, lakeside firepits make it easy to slow down on site between sessions
Close to Alaska Adventures
From glaciers and hiking to lakes and wildlife, some of Alaska’s best adventures are within an hour or two drive.
Convenient Location
Just an hour from Anchorage and close to Wasilla restaurants, shopping and everyday essentials, so your group has everything it needs close by.
Built for Bringing People Together
- Corporate/team retreats
- Leadership retreats
- Nonprofit retreats
- Board retreats
- Creative/writing retreats
- Wellness retreats
- Yoga/fitness retreats
- Workshops & trainings
- Professional development
- Church/community group retreats
- Small mastermind groups
- Planning sessions
- Women’s retreats
- Family or friend group retreats
Build some Alaska into your retreat
Adventure Like a Local
Your retreat doesn’t have to end when the meeting does. Add a little Alaska to the experience with nearby hikes, lakes, glaciers, wildlife and local favorites.
Dine Like a Local
From casual takeout to a great dinner out, there are plenty of local spots nearby to keep your group well fed.
Let someone else plan the adventure
Want to add an Alaska experience to your retreat? Local activity providers make it easy to get your group out exploring.
What Retreat Planners and Guests Say About Stillwater Cottages
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can stay at Stillwater Cottages?
Stillwater has seven cottages—five 2-bedroom cottages that sleep four each and two 1-bedroom cottages that sleep two each—for a total overnight capacity of 24 guests. We have a total of 12 Queen-sized beds.
Can our group have exclusive use of the property?
Yes. When you book the full buyout, your group has exclusive use of The Little Lakehouse and all amenities including firepits, kayaks, lawn games and saunas.
Can we bring in catering?
Yes. Outside catering can be a great option for retreat groups. We can also point you toward local restaurants and food options in the Wasilla area.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available for guests in all cottages. The Little Lakehouse has Wi-Fi for presentations and video calls.
Can we have activities or events outside?
Yes. The property has a large lakeside lawn, covered porches, firepits and outdoor gathering areas. A tent may be brought in and assembled on the lawn.
What is the minimum stay?
A three-night stay is required for full property buyouts.
How many people can The Little Lakehouse accommodate?
The Little Lakehouse can seat up to 24 guests at tables comfortably, with a maximum capacity of 30 depending on the setup.
Can we use Little Lakehouse for meetings and meals?
Yes. The Little Lakehouse is designed for meetings, workshops, retreats and group gatherings, with flexible seating, a Smart TV, kitchen access, a patio/deck and views of Lake Lucille.
Can we prepare meals ourselves?
Yes. The Little Lakehouse has a full kitchen and every cottage has a full kitchen, making it easy to handle breakfasts, lunches or casual group dinners on your own.
Is the property wheelchair accessible?
The Little Lakehouse and one cottage, Arctic Grayling, are wheelchair accessible.
How far is Stillwater from Anchorage?
Stillwater Cottages is about an hour drive from Anchorage.
Can we have a retreat in Winter?
Yes! Stillwater Cottages is open year-round. Winter brings a completely different Alaska experience. The lake is available for ice-fishing and ice skating. The surrounding area offers many winter activities. And the saunas are a great way to warm up after a cold day.
You’ve Got the Plan. We’ve Got the Place.
Bring your team together at Stillwater Cottages, with lakeside lodging, dedicated gathering space, full kitchens, private saunas, kayaks, firepits and plenty of room to work, relax and enjoy a little Alaska.
