Historical Lodging in Alaska

Originally homesteaded by A. J. Swanson in the early 1900's, this land was purchased by the Federal Government to be included in Roosevelt's New Deal Colony Settlement.

Johan Johnson drew the farm in the colony lottery in 1935. The farm was used for hay and small crops. In the late 60's the farm was converted and used as one of the Valley's prized Dairy Farms. Click here for a great site to get more info on the early days. The pictures to to the right are of the early days on this farm.

In 1955, Bob and Merlie McCombs purchased the farm. Along with Joe and Myrtle Gislason they operated the dairy, housing approximately 100 head, for about 6 years.

The bed and breakfast is in fact the old dairy barn. In 1986 the farm and barn was transformed into an Inn by Don Tanner, otherwise known as Yukon Don. The inn operated under the name Yukon Don's B&B Inn for 16 years.

2010
This is to certify that Pioneer Ridge is a member in good standing and meets or exceeds standards designed to ensure a high level of safety, comfort and cleanliness for inn guests as given in the BBAA Peer Review, or Local Association Inspection Standards.

In 2001, the Inn was purchased by Ellen Kane and Leny and Shannon Cullip (your hosts). The name was changed to honor the original settlers and the outstanding view of Pioneer Peak

Awards

  • Pioneer Ridge rated excellent by the National Bed and Breakfast Association
  • Frontiersman Readers Survey: Best of the Best
  • Alaska's Family Business of the Year
  • Top 50 Inns in America 1991
  • American B & B Association: Excellence Award
  • Wasilla's Official Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
  • Proclamation by Mayor)

Testimonials

We had a fabulous time- we will rave about you and come back often! Thank you for the warm and delightful hospitality!! - Cathy & Howard (Seattle, WA)
Thank you so much for the incredible hospitality and kindness and such a beautiful setting. Loved our stay and your staff. - Zinda (CA)
What a great place! Thank you for providing such a cozy respite for weary travelers. I wish we had more time to spend here! - Rose and Mitch
Thank you for such a wonderful stay. The beauty of Alaska is beyond belief and I hope we may return again one day!! - Suzette & Kenny (Abilene TX)
Beautiful, delicious, comfortable. We love this place. - Rich & Brenda (Midland, Michigan)
We have stayed in many wonderful B&B's in the U.S. and Europe and yours is truly the Best we've ever visited! Your beautiful home, awesomely themed rooms, relaxing atmosphere and great views will have us wishing to return for a future adventure to Alaska! - The DeBerardinis Family (Chadds Ford, PA)