Accommodations at The Whirling Rainbow Center
Enjoy the deep silence & peace of our year-round cabins perched at the very top of Homer at 1,550 ft with panoramic views of snow capped volcanoes, Kachemak Bay, numerous glaciers & rolling hills of spectacular fireweed. With over 70 km of adjacent hiking & skiing trails to explore, wildflowers and wildlife to photograph (moose, wolves, weasels, cranes, eagles, hawks, lynx, bear, owls etc), wild berries to pick & Homer’s best view of the Northern Lights to behold, you will be in awe!
If you are an outdoor adventurer, our Whirling Rainbow Center lands, cabins and camping are your dream space, just 15 mins from downtown Homer yet located at the edge of the wilderness giving you instant access to hiking, birding, wildlife photography, fat and mountain biking, cross-country and downhill skiing and meditating in the silence. If you are a writer, this is your dream writer’s retreat! For a breathtaking wedding or special event location, ask us about renting the Whirling Rainbow Healing Center.
Note: There is no smoking, drugs, alcohol or firearms permitted in any facility or on the Whirling Rainbow Foundation premises.
Eagle & Condor Elders Cabin
The dry 10’x12’ one room adorable log cabin (“dry” meaning no running water) is named after the Eagle and Condor Prophecy, a 2000 year-old prophecy which speaks to uniting the peoples of North America (Eagle) with those of South America (Condor). When the Eagle of the North flies with the Condor of the South, it is said that the Spirit of the land and humanity will re-awaken. After touring over 20 countries touching a million people with our non -profit foundation’s world peace 7ft Grandmother Drum, the vision of the cabin is to house indigenous Elders we have worked with around the world to now come to Alaska to share their cultural traditional knowledge and wisdom and healing practices that can restore our planet to its original dream of wholeness for all. Funds from your rental will be supporting the foundation’s current fundraiser to bring indigenous Elders to Alaska in 2020 and beyond.
Made with 95% repurposed materials, the Eagle and Condor Elders cabin was built in one year with so much love from 18 project volunteers and funded by 140 donors globally. The cabin is run on solar and shore power, has a trundle king (or two twins) with all bedding, towels, propane stove and heater, small refrigerator, extra cooler, sink, blender and coffee maker (coffee and tea available) and all cooking utensils etc. small table, chairs, and jugged water (you haul it from Homer town). There is a port-a potty in the cabin and use of an outhouse 100 yards from the cabin on WRF land. In summer there is a private space to park your car next to the cabin. There is no shower facilities available, (though available in Homer town at the Washboard Laundry). For the more hearty, we do however provide a summer solar heated shower bag that can be used outside the cabin.
PRICES:
Cost $75 per two people nightly.
Cleaning Fee $40 per stay.
Additional tent camping outside the cabin is available for $25 nightly per 2 people.
*Funds from the rental of the Eagle and Condor Elders Cabin go directly to the Eagle & Condor Elders fund to bring indigenous Elders to teach in Homer.
Breathtaking Lookout Mountain Dry Chalet
Available late September to May Only. Built by a pioneering woman of Alaska, this private Chalet is a two-story dry cabin with balcony and decks, an outdoor fire pit, outhouse, and wood sauna. Water is provided in 5-gallon jugs from an adjacent well and then foot pumped for use in the kitchen sink. The kitchen is fully furnished with propane stove, oven, refrigerator, outside propane BBQ and freezer, all appliances and utensils. The upstairs Master Queen bedroom loft has an unbelievable view but does require climbing wooden ladder stairs. The Chalet has electricity and is heated by a Toyo oil stove. The main floor living area has a dining table, soft chair, bookcase with games, puzzles, music, binoculars, local maps, and guidebooks.
The living area also has a trundle couch bed with 2 twin beds. The adjacent wood sauna has 2 additional single bunk beds with mattresses & bedding or can be used as a sauna and shower. The sauna’s small 5-gallon propane water heater and electric pump allow guests the option for a short hot shower. There is an outside fire pit, balcony table and chairs and outdoor chairs to relax, take in the view, do yoga on the deck or simply write or meditate. The chalet, sauna, and surrounding property is a smoke, alcohol, drug, and firearm free space. The chalet requires you to walk the 300yd driveway from the parking area.
Sleeps 6: Beds Include:
1 loft Queen Bed (accessible by wooden ladder)
2- Twin Beds main floor also can be made into King Bed)
2 sauna bunks with mattress and bedding
PRICES:
Cost $89 per two people nightly.
$10 per additional person.
Cleaning Fee $60 per stay.
The Grove Cabin
This adorable 8 x 12 dry cabin (“dry” meaning no running water) was another wonderful project of our Summer Volunteers at the Whirling Rainbow Foundation.
This is a repurposed cabin moved 265 miles from Palmer to Homer, Alaska in 2021 and finished with 90% repurposed materials. The Grove Cabin is tucked in our spruce grove and feels like a little fairy cottage! From the deck you can view our wildflower fields and the magnificent Alaska Range.
A true tiny house, The Grove Cabin is outfitted with everything you need, a comfortable bunk bed with all bedding, small table and chairs, lamps, small refrigerator, sink, shelves, coffee maker, all utensils, dishes, pots and pans, one burner stove tops and is heated by a vented propane heater.
It also has an adjacent outhouse for you use and an indoor port a-potty. There is no shower facilities available, (though available in Homer town at the Washboard Laundry). For the more hearty, we can provide a summer solar heated shower bag that can be used outside the cabin.
There is no smoking, drugs, alcohol, parties or firearms permitted in the cabin or on the Whirling Rainbow Foundation premises.
PRICES:
Cost $69 (per two persons) nightly.
Cleaning Fee $40 per stay.
OHANA 30’ RV Camping:
Our 30Ft Fleetwood RV “OHANA” (Hawaiian for family) situated next to the Whirling Rainbow Center. OHANA was our Grandmother Drum World Tour rig for 5 World Peace Tours including 25 states, Canada, and from Alaska to Guatemala and way more! OHANA has many stories to tell! OHANA is completely outfitted with dining table (also a bed), couch (also a bed) refrigerator (runs on both electricity and propane), stove, oven, bathroom, propane heater, 4 single bunks in the rear, closets, drawers, and the truck cab on top is Queen size bed. bedding, private electric, jugged water, private toilet, propane heat, and cooking facilities.
*RV can sleep up to 6 persons.
PRICES:
Cost $69 per two people nightly.
$10 per additional person.
Cleaning Fee $40 per stay for 2 people.
For 3 people or more $60 cleaning fee per stay.
Please note: The Eagle and Condor Cabin & Lookout Mountain Chalet provide a lot of privacy, the RV is parked right next to the Whirling Rainbow Center so is less private. The RV and surrounding property is a smoke, alcohol, drug, and firearm free space.
Tent Camping:
$25 Private Tent Camping
Bring your own tent and camping gear.
Picnic table, outhouse, limited water and electric available.
$35 Private Tent Camping
We supply a 2-person tent & you bring your own camping gear.
Picnic table, outhouse, limited water and electric available.
$40 Group Tent Camping – Triple Occupancy
We supply a large 6-8 person tent with cot beds, chairs, sleeping bags, pillow, towel.
Picnic table, outhouse, limited water and electric available.
The property is a smoke, alcohol, drug, and firearm free space.
What Guests Can Access:
All accommodations are located on or adjacent to The Whirling Rainbow Healing Center lands where guests can receive spa treatments, participate in cultural, healing and living arts workshops, join meditation and yoga classes and receive private or group sound healing and concerts with the world’s largest healing drum of its kind, the seven-foot crystal inlaid Alaskan Grandmother Drum. The center also offers a breathtaking wedding or special event location. There is over 70 km of adjacent hiking and cross-country ski trails to explore. The only downhill ski slope in Homer is located just 1/2 mile from the center. Ohlson Mountain Road and Easterday Road are also fabulous for mountain biking and fat biking (rentals available in Homer). You can also book your Alaskan excursion with us including hiking, skiing, kayaking, fishing, scenic flights, dog mushing, biking, organic gardening, meeting pioneers of Alaska, visiting local native culture and more. We also rent a limited amount of outdoor equipment (fishing gear, bikes, backpacks, skis, snowshoes, tents and sleeping bags).
Your Hosts:
As your hosts, the Whirling Rainbow staff live at the Whirling Rainbow Healing Center and are available by text, phone, or email to assist you. We are here to make your Alaskan experience the most magical and memorable ever!
Other Things to Note:
Though there is no wifi at these specific accommodations, guests can often use their phones as hotspots as cell reception on Lookout Mt is usually very good. If you are close enough to the center, you will pick up our wifi. If you are visiting us in late October through the end of April, Please rent a 4WD vehicle. Guests will be parking at the head of the driveway and be walking into their accommodations.
The Neighborhood:
The Lookout Mt. Chalet is located in a private neighborhood where each owner has a 5-acre property. Please respect the lands and homes around you and do not cut trees, bushes or wildflowers or disturb homes around you. Quiet times 10pm- 8am.
How to Get Here:
There is public transportation by air (Ravn Air) or land (Stage Line) from Anchorage to Homer. We are located 8 miles above Homer on Ohlson Mountain Rd. You will need a car, taxi, or Uber to bring you to the center. If you are visiting us in late Oct through late April, please rent a 4WD.
Testimonial’s
“This is a gorgeous and unique place for people who love natural life style. I definitely would love to stay longer next time I visit Homer. ”– Juanne
“This place is quiet and beautiful, with spectacular views! The Toyo stove heats the whole place quickly and is so warm. If you want a little Alaska adventure, this is the place for you!”- Sallye
