Rose Ridge Bed & Breakfast, Palmer

Secluded, yet close to everything in Alaska's beautiful Matanuska Valley! Rose Ridge is situated on 15 quiet wooded acres at the base of Hatcher Pass near Palmer. Choose from spacious guest rooms that are comfortable and private or a separate vacation chalet that is perfect for couples traveling together, families and extended stays.

David & Diane Rose grew up in Palmer and have raised their two daughters there. An energetic Jack Russell Terrier is the latest addition to the family. Diane has worked in the tourism industry since 1986, and has extensive knowledge of the Matanuska Valley history and attractions. David, a longtime carpenter, built Rose Ridge himself with guest convenience in mind.

Whatever the season, Rose Ridge Bed & Breakfast is the perfect place to come home to after a day of sightseeing and activities. Enjoy the long summer days by taking a walk in the woods, sitting on the deck or patio, or relaxing in your room. A family room with videos, games and a reading area is available for guests' use.

Guests enjoy views of peaceful surroundings from our spacious guest rooms. Each offers two comfortable queen beds with hand-stitched quilts. For your convenience there is a TV/VCR, private entrance, and private bath. Smoking is permitted outdoors only.

Guests have their choice of a complimentary continental or full breakfast. Our menus promote homegrown and Alaskan items to include raspberry, blueberry, or strawberry jam made fresh by Diane from local berries. The reindeer sausage is very popular. The continental breakfast offers a variety of items that include fresh fruit, muffins, cinnamon rolls, coffee cake, hot and cold cereal, and beverages.

Our full breakfast is a hearty home cooked meal. A sample full breakfast would be Reindeer sausage, Blueberry pancakes with birch syrup or Alaskan wildflower honey, scrambled eggs, cantaloupe and honeydew melon, coffee and fruit juice. Breakfast is served in the dining room from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. The full breakfast is prepared from a varied menu in the dining room at 8 a.m. We will do our best to accommodate those with special dietary needs.