It has often been said that Alaska is the ultimate holiday destination for nature lovers. The prospect of communing with nature has never been more inviting especially if you know that there is a very comfortable holiday rental waiting for you after an adventurous day in the great outdoors. Alaska has plenty to offer in this department.Otter Cottage, Lowell Point This charming 2-bedroom, 2-story cottage is an ideal holiday rental for a family or a party of 8. It was recently remodeled and has been fitted with a relaxing hot tub, on-deck BBQ and a fully provisioned kitchen. It is situated just across the beach on Lowell Point. It is also about 2 minutes walk from Millers Landing where they offer kayak rentals, water taxi service and fishing charters. They also hold potluck dinners on Saturdays where guests from holiday rentals around the area can enjoy some socialising and  some light partying. They also have wireless internet, a gift shop and a small store for simple provisions.Spend your days watching orcas, sea lions, sea otters and humpback whales! On dry land you can hike, watch eagles or simply watch the cottage's selection of CD/DVD movies. Winterpark Cabins, WillowThere are 3 lakefront cabins available as vacation rentals in Willow called Winterpark Cabins. The entire property is a total of 22 acres, assuring guests who seek the tranquility of the wilderness that they will be in almost total isolation from others in the area. All cabins are equipped with full kitchens and most everything a family on vacation would need. The property has its own private beach. In the summer, families can enjoy BBQ down by the beach, canoeing or simply swimming. Hikers in the family can take leisurely treks by the lakes and streams.During winter, guests can go dog sledding or cross country skiing. They have about 100 miles of cross county ski trail for you to explore. After all the exertion, you can go and relax in the hot tub by the deck.Hidden Cove Estate Beach House, KetchikanSet on a 3 acre beach front property is another charming vacation rental called Hidden Cove Estate. It has 3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms and sleeps 8. The living and dining area offer an open and spacious space for your family to enjoy the magnificent views outside, day or night.Guests have exclusive access to 125 metres of private beach, where they can enjoy fabulous sunsets against a backdrop of nature at its very best. Hosts Ray and Kathy live a short 5 minutes away, making it easy for them to come assist with anything you might need whilst on holiday.