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Bear Creek Winery & Lodging

4.3 (53 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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View from the living room at midnight!
Susan B.

My review is for the lodging here. I spent Thursday - Sunday here recently in the Bay View Apartment. IT WAS FANTASTIC! I don't know when I've been so happy with a lodging experience! They have three different separate places to stay - the Bay View Apartment which sleeps up to 6, the Arctic and the Cowboy Suites. We stayed at the Bay View and the views were SPECTACULAR! It has 5 large windows that overlook the bay and the private, wrap-around deck. This unit includes a full kitchen with all plates, cups, utensils, pots and pans necessary. There was also some things like Pam and coffee and other sundries that made it feel homey. A VERY nice, clean, gas grill is on the private deck. It has a large, round table that seats 8 people (perfect for game night too). There is a main bedroom with a king-size bed and tv, and a bedroom with a queen bed (this was mine and it was comfortable, nice, clean sheets and great pillows), and the third bedroom has 2 twin beds. There is one bathroom with the sinks separated from the toilet/shower. Perhaps the only flaw here is one toilet for a lot of people (even a half-bath with toilet/sink would be sufficient). The bathtub has shampoo, body wash, and conditioner by the pump inside. There were plenty of towels, tp, and even little things like makeup remover pads. There are plenty of hooks around for hanging your towels, swimsuits, etc. The location has amazing gardens with walkways that are lovely. The waterfall and Koi pond are also fabulous! There is also another deck (below our private one) that has plenty of seating and tables if you want to party. There is a stone hot tub (which was SO amazing) and a fire pit. They have a firewood shed near the pit that has everything inside that you need to make your fire (matches, fluid, paper, wood). It was nice that there wasn't an annoying lack of micromanaging here - you are expected to do the right thing and play nice with others. While there the song of the songbirds was like waking up in a fairytale - at night when we used the fire pit, an owl serenaded us. This location is to die for! The staff was very accommodating and helpful and they were eager to get us anything we needed (like a cheese grater). They have DirecTv, but no DVD player or streaming. The reservation comes with the opportunity to go to the daily wine tastings and 10% off on wine purchases. We were so booked, we were unable to do that, but a bottle of wine was included on the kitchen island with chocolate to go with it (and both were delicious) and I will definitely try the wine tasting next time. I would not hesitate to stay here again!!!! :)

Peach apricot wine
Amy P.

I love this little winery! It's right in the center of Homer and even has a little walking garden outside. They offer flights for $5 that allow you to try up to eight different flavors of wine. All of the wine is made from local berries so most of the wines are on the sweeter side but that's the type I prefer so I was fine with it. I liked most of the wines but LOVED their seasonal peach apricot. I'm not a white wine person but this was perfectly refreshing. If you purchase the flight for $5, they take that off of your wine bottle purchase. All of the bottles are $20 from what I remember so you'd pay $15 a bottle if you sample them first! Worth it, in my opinion. These bottles are corks as well so be sure you pick up a corkscrew and stopper on your way out!

Entry sign
Darcy C.

Great service, lots of wine options, very good wine. Cute place. Friendly, clean, nice gift shop too.

Michelle M.

Since we planned our trip to Alaska in March 2019 we have been looking forward to our stay at Bear Creek (September 2019). This place did not disappoint. As you arrive you see your name posted on the exterior of the tasting room. What a nice warm welcome. We were greeted personally by the kindest and funniest lady. She chatted with us for a long time. While of course letting is sample the wines as we chatted. They had also made halibut cheese crackers for us while we tasted. Those were delicious. We sampled 8 wines and more since we shared sips, in between samples we laughed a lot with the loveliest lady and owner. After the tasting we were led to our room and were given a tour of the grounds. That walk alone was beautiful. The gardens and patio are just a beautiful oasis. She also let us know that there are plastic wine cups for us to use in our room when we enjoy the stone hot tub. And of course we did enjoy that! Our room was the Artic Room. We had a gas bbq to cook our dinner, a lovely kitchen which included popcorn and a complimentary bottle of their wine. We were informed that we have robes in the closet too. Btw they are fleece and so comfortable. We had ordered the extra 5 half litres of wine both packages dry and sweet (10 bottles all together) for 99$ a piece. They were beautifully displayed for us in our room with complimentary wine glasses to take home and chocolate from Alaska. We enjoyed the hot tub and wine. Bbq our dinner that we purchased previously. The bed was very comfortable and we both slept well. The shampoo and conditioner in the shower smelled so good. This is a must stop. A winery in Alaska you can't go wrong and you won't. Most amazing wines and beautiful rooms with a magnificent view.

A moose right outside the lodge
Kamrin D.

I planned a memorable weekend for my mom at Bear Creek and it was perfect. We rented out the Bay View Lodge apartment because our family is huge and we comfortable fit all 7 of us in there (one person slept on the couch). The view from the lodge is gorgeous and on a clear day you have a beautiful view of the mountains and a glacier. The apartment had 3 bedrooms and a fully stocked kitchen so we didn't have to worry about bringing utensils, grilling, or baking supplies. There was also plenty of soap, towels, and everything else you can think of that you might need for a weekend away including the softest fluffy robes you can think of. The stone hot tub was a fantastic end to the day. Renting the bay view lodge came with a bottle of wine, chocolate, and some snacks. We also got free wine tasting at the winery next door. As someone who has done wine tasting all over the US I have to say that the Alaskan Berry wines are unique, not exactly my favorite, but it was interesting to taste the various wines. I ended up purchasing a small bottle of port that fit nicely into my bag when traveling back home to Minnesota. Throughout the process of renting/reserving the cabin and wine tasting, the staff were very friendly and nice. It's a short drive down to the Spit and it makes for a great weekend getaway. They do offer discounts for Alaskan Residents and military. My only complaint is that they don't have anywhere to sit at the winery, everyone has to stand at the counter.

Danny Ashton E.

Bear Creek Winery is always a priority stop for my wife and I whenever we are in Homer. There is a lot to enjoy at their location outside of their delicious wine tasting: take a walk through the lovely gardens to see where many of the berries come from and pause by the pond to be mesmerized by the Koi Fish; take a moment to overlook the water and the mountains at the end of the parking lot which is framed by trees making you feel as if there is no human life between you and such a majestic view; if you're staying overnight in Homer, Bear Creek offers comfortable lodging including the use of a hot tub on the main deck- and yes, you can enjoy a glass of wine while you soak... or more if you so choose. The staff at Bear Creek are absolutely delightful and knowledgeable about both Bear Creek and Glacier Bear lines of wine. Even if you're not normally a wine kind of person, you will be able to find something that you love here. My wife and I recently went to a tasting on our honeymoon in October where we were able to enjoy a new experience of staff demonstrating combinations of various wines to create a completely new taste. The combination of flavors exploded on our taste buds as though the liquid in our glasses had come straight from the heavens. A visit to Bear Creek Winery will never disappoint and for those who are visiting from out of state, Bear Creek can ship wine to the lower-48, so you can enjoy a taste of Homer Alaska once you arrive back home.

O M G.

Stopped in for a tasting for a fee but that fee is waived with a bottle purchase. I've never had wine that wasn't made from grapes.. Their selection was on the sweet side. I'm more of a dry person. Even the wines marked on the dry side was sweet to me. Good to try though. Our pourer lady was super nice.

Serving as fast as she can!
Terry R.

One of Homer's best kept little secrets - a full winery up on the hillside right outside of town! Complete with a bed and breakfast, tours and the best fruit and berry wines I've ever tasted. This is a real treat for anyone! Definitely try the Shirzzberry, my favorite, which goes well with anything spicy! It's a dry wine, but there are many medium to quite sweet wines, too. There is one that's like drinking dark chocolate - sinfully good Alaska Port. I honestly get the names confused, but I've yet to taste one I didn't like - all are very, very good. I understand the wines are winning all kinds of awards now, but it doesn't surprise me. This winery served several wines at the 2010 Hoka Hey Challenge motorcycle race party, and I fell in love with one made special for that summer, I believe. It was made of pear and I think, raspberry. Not entirely sure, because it went down so smoothly, so deliciously, that after my third glass, my memory definitely got a little blurry! The wine, in lovely dark blue glass bottles, is for sale in stores around Homer but I'm not sure if it can be mail-ordered due to puritanical alcohol laws but if you are going to the Kenai Peninsula, make it on down to the end of the road at Homer and be sure to book your stay at this truly romantic and friendly place where you can enjoy the views of stunning Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, but best of all .... to taste the delicious wines, made only in Alaska!

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Awesome wine tasting experience! With all of the local Alaskan berries available- the wine is unique and different and worth a try.

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The whole place is amazing. Staff is amazing, wine is tasty, and the Stone hotub is mandatory... even in 25-30 kt gusts

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Halcyon Heights B&B/Inn - High bush cranberry in our yard makes delicious jam, we always save some for hungry winter birds to feed on.

Halcyon Heights B&B/Inn

4.4(8 reviews)
1.8 mi

I stayed here while having to work in Alaska for a week in December of 2012. The friendly host was…read moreawesome. She cooked a great breakfast every morning. You definitely didn't leave here hungry in the morning. The hot tub was nice in the winter; blast of cold fresh air and hot water even when it's snowy outside. Rooms are nice and clean. Their dog is so well trained. He is very smart. I would go here again or recommend this place to anyone. They even had a piano which I was able to play while there. They have christmas cactus growing above an different types of plants. It's actually a very warm and friendly atmosphere. This was my first time to Alaska and I have to say this B&B left a great impression on me even though there is not much daylight during the winter. That's nature for you!

This is the highest ranked B&B in Homer on Trip Advisor, so we thought it was worth visiting. I…read morewent in the winter. Location: up on the hill with amazing views of the spit, water, volcanoes, etc.. A little further from downtown and definitely not walkable, but the views were worth it. They also sometimes have moose and various birds on the front lawn. Room: We stayed downstairs in the connected Portside and Starboard rooms. There were 3 of us, so this was more comfortable than just one room. There were 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a full sized kitchen with refrigerator and stove, and a small patio area. No living room area so any social activities (such as playing a game or cards) would be done in the kitchen. Beds were comfortable. Heater was adjustable. Each room had a TV with cable. You could hear people walking above you, but it was not too disturbing. It was a bit odd that there were wine shelves in the bathroom. Shower had warm water. Overall, the rooms were clean and had nice personal touches. Breakfast: you eat breakfast in the main house with other guests and the hosts, Steve and Juxia. Juxia cooks breakfast which for us was a fritatta, coffee (which Steve is focused on perfecting, although is a bit elusive about his 'blend'), reindeer sausage, yogurt with fruit on top, and delicious homemade wheat bread with strawberry compote spread. It was great meeting the other guests. Hospitality: Steve and Juxia were great. They greeted us when we arrived and sat us down to tell us about the area and pay the bill. Their house has dozens of beautiful keepsakes, each with its own story. There is a large screen TV with hundreds of movies. The hosts welcome you into their main home to watch tv, play the piano or hear more about local attractions. Both hosts were very friendly and full of information. They also love their dog, a collie, who is showcased in all their brochures/emails. Website has a lot of information, but could use an upgrade. Prices were very reasonable, at least in the winter. Free wifi with good connection.

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Halcyon Heights B&B/Inn - Many bald eagles spent the winter on Homer Spit as well.

Many bald eagles spent the winter on Homer Spit as well.

Halcyon Heights B&B/Inn - Fun catching the hungry flounders off shore in Homer Spit -- a short drive from the B&B.

Fun catching the hungry flounders off shore in Homer Spit -- a short drive from the B&B.

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Odin - 2oz pour Buffalo trace experimental 2x

Odin

5.0(5 reviews)
0.6 mi

Mead is having a moment in Alaska, and I am here for it! This meadery opened up about a year ago…read moremaking it the second spot for mead in Homer as well as the 5th brewery/winery in this town. The selection is excellent. There are several different varieties of mead to choose from including a barrel aged series. They also have a list of creative mead based cocktails to add to the experience. Since it was my first time here I went with a flight of 3 meads: the dandy lion, elderflower & Berry Berry. I also have never had a barrel aged mead, and I am a sucker for all things barrel aged so I got a taster of the Buffalo trace experimental 2x. The mead here is not overly sweet. The berry flavor was more tart than sugary, and very refreshing. Surprisingly, (but not so much bc the menu has excellent notes on each flavor profile) the dandelion mead was the sweetest of the bunch. My least favorite was the elderflower. I love elderflower in my drinks, but I felt like the mead didn't really showcase the taste of elderflower. I did like how bubbly it was though as I'm all about carbonation. The barrel aged one was definitely my favorite. It was so unique, and you could really taste the whiskey notes in it. Service was fast and friendly. I believe I chatted with the owner or head brewer a bit who was very excited to discuss all things mead. They do have a build your own charcuterie board selection where the cheese and meats are priced by weight. They also offer a food special sometimes. When I went it was a beef barely soup, but I've seen in Facebook they've also done pizzas, oysters, roasted pig etc. they're active on Facebook and post their specials. There was plenty of seating. Large picnic tables indoors as well as a few outdoors. They had some cool lighting, and a disco ball going inside. The music was funky. You could also peak into the barrel aging area. Next time you're in Homer check this place out! They're definitely doing mead right.

A revelation. Never had such exquisite mead and not too sweet. Paired it with some cheese. Enjoyed…read moresitting outside with friends. Hard to choose among the many varieties but it keeps you coming back. A pop up is coming! So excited. Wish they had more mead on inventory and in sizes permitted for carry on.

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Odin - Outside looks like a big shed, but inside was warm with cafe lights and wood tables & benches

Outside looks like a big shed, but inside was warm with cafe lights and wood tables & benches

Odin - Flight: dandy lion, elderflower, Berry Berry good

Flight: dandy lion, elderflower, Berry Berry good

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