1956 DC-6 Cargo Plane: Sleep in an Alaskan Legend

About this space Step back in time to 1956! Climb aboard this authentic Douglas DC-6 Air Freighter, a legendary aircraft that spent decades hauling critical fuel and cargo to remote Alaskan villages.

Now retired from the skies, it has been converted into a unique 2-bedroom, 1-bath home. Located on our active private runway, you can sleep surrounded by aviation history, explore the original cockpit, and enjoy modern comforts inside a fuselage that has circled the globe.

The space ✈️ The "Freighter" Layout:

The Entry: Enter via the original Aft Cargo Loading Door—just like the freight used to! You'll step into a Mud Room (perfect for winter gear) with a washer and dryer.

Living Area: A spacious open-plan living room and dining area inside the main fuselage.

Kitchen: Fully equipped for cooking meals during your stay.

The Cockpit: Fully preserved! Take a seat in the Captain's chair and imagine flying through the Alaskan wilderness in the 50s.

🛏️ Sleeping Quarters (2 Bed / 1 Bath):

Master Suite: Comfortable and private.

Guest Bedroom: Perfect for friends or family.

Bathroom: Full residential bathroom (no cramped airplane lavatories here!).

📍 The Property:

Located on a 1,700ft private active airstrip.

Outdoor Deck: Yes, you have access to the wing deck!

Parking: Plenty of room for your car, truck, or even your own bush plane.

Activities: Access to hiking trails (summer) and snow machine/XC ski networks (winter) right from the property. We are 10 minutes from restaurants/groceries and 1 hour from Anchorage.

Guest access You have exclusive access to the entire DC-6 aircraft, including the wing deck and the cockpit.

Other things to note

Industrial History: This was a working cargo plane for over 50 years. We have preserved many original industrial parts, switches, and metal edges for authenticity. Because of this, the space is not child-proof. It was built for cargo, not crawling babies. Please supervise children closely to avoid bumps or scrapes on original equipment.

Guest Fees: The base rate covers 2 guests. Additional guests incur a fee of $50/person per night.

Communication: We answer messages 9am-6pm. Your host is a pilot and may be flying, so please use the contact methods provided in the house manual.

Tours: We offer flight tours, glacier landings, and bear viewing directly from the property! Ask us about booking an adventure.