Description
Remote retreat located on Birch Island in Chilkat Lake, set on 4.9 acres accessible only by jet boat, floatplane, or snowmachine in winter. There are no roads here--only turquoise glacier-fed waters, sweeping 360° mountain vistas, and the occasional sounds of eagles and loons breaking the silence. The property includes a two-story off-grid cabin awaiting restoration and renewal. The cabin offers a spacious footprint with living areas on both floors, a three-bedroom layout, and a pantry that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom. A wood stove, covered porch, and open deck provide inviting spaces to take in the surrounding wilderness, while windows frame breathtaking lake and mountain views. Also included are two outbuildings--a 400-square-foot shop and a 168-square-foot storage shed--providing valuable workspace and storage for equipment, supplies, and outdoor gear. The parcel is zoned General Residential within the Haines Borough and features surveyed boundaries. The property operates entirely off-grid and is served by an existing generator system that will require repair, replacement, or modernization. Whether envisioned as a fishing basecamp, wilderness retreat, or seasonal getaway, this property presents a rare opportunity to restore, reimagine, and create something truly special in one of Southeast Alaska's most remarkable settings.
Details
| MLS # | 25-14153 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1990 |
| Days On Site | 284 |
| Listing Provided By | Anchor Properties | Brenda Josephson |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,096 |
| Zoning | SR - Single Residential |
| Acreage | 4.90 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Lake, Mountain(s), Unobstructed, |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 0 |
|---|---|
| Heating | Other, Wood Stove |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Appliances | Refrigerator |
| Interior Features | BR/BA on Main Level, Laminate Counters, Solid Surface Counter, BR/BA Primary on Main Level |
Exterior
| Roof | Metal |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | View, Waterfront, Storage |
| Lot Features | Gently Rolling |
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame |
| Foundation Details | Pilings |
| Patio And Porch Features | Deck |
| Exterior Sp Finish Co Exterior Sp Finish | Vinyl, Wood |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Other Equipment | Generator |
Parking
| Parking Features | None |
|---|---|
| Carport Sp Type Co Carport Sp Type | None |
Utilities
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|
Location
| Road Surface Type | Water |
|---|---|
| Frontage Type | Lakefront |
| Waterfront Features | Lake Privileges |
| Wtrfrnt Hyphen Access Sp Near Co Wtrfrnt Hyphen Access Sp Near | Lake |
| Wtrfrnt Hyphen Frontage Co Wtrfrnt Hyphen Frontage | Lakefront |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 2322 |
|---|---|
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Map Number | N/A |
| Tax Legal Description | USS 3625 Chilkat Lake L12 Birch Island |
Area Information
| State | AK |
|---|---|
| City | Haines |
| Zip Code | 99827 |
| Area | 2A Haines Borough |
| Subarea | Haines Borough |
| School District | Remote - No School |
| Elementary School | Remote - No School |
| High School | Remote - No School |
| Listing VS Median (in 99827) | |
Price: $159,900 low | high Med: $365,000 sqft: 2,096 low | high Med: 997 $ / sqft: $76 low | high Med: $366 On site: 284 low | high Med: 144 | |
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| State | AK |
|---|---|
| City | Haines |
| Zip Code | 99827 |
| Area | 2A Haines Borough |
| Subarea | Haines Borough |
| School District | Remote - No School |
| Elementary School | Remote - No School |
| High School | Remote - No School |
| Listing VS Median (in 99827) | |
Price: $159,900 low | high Med: $365,000 sqft: 2,096 low | high Med: 997 $ / sqft: $76 low | high Med: $366 On site: 284 low | high Med: 144 | |