Granny McRae’s Alaskan Lodge: Your Home Base in the Heart of Spenard Welcome to the real Anchorage. Located in the historic Spenard neighborhood—just across the street from the legendary Fiori D’Italia and minutes from the tarmac—Granny McRae’s is more than just a place to sleep. We are a community-focused extended stay guesthouse in Anchorage designed for the people who keep Alaska running. Not a Hotel, A Home. Forget the sterile hallways of big-box hotels. We offer authentic, furnished contractor housingwith a mid-century soul. Our lodge is a "shoes-off, worries-off" environment where you can decompress after a long shift. Whether you are a North Slope worker looking for a consistent ANC airport crash pad or a traveling craftsman needing a month-to-month rental near ANC Airport, we provide the flexibility you need without the trap of a 12-month lease. Built for the Working Traveler We know that for travel nurse housing near Ted Stevens or construction crews on a project, eating out every night drains your paycheck. That’s why our heart is the communal kitchen—fully equipped so you can cook a real meal and save your per diem. We offer affordable rooms with kitchen access, high-speed Wi-Fi for staying connected with family, and a comfortable living area stocked with books, instruments, and a fire pit for those long Alaskan evenings. Practical, Flexible, and "Spenard" Friendly Our setup is ideal for shared housing for traveling professionals. We offer short-term furnished rentals with no lease, making us the go-to choice for mid-term rental in Anchorage. Parking: We have off-street parking (truck-friendly!) so you don’t have to worry about your rig. Utilities: All included. No setup fees, no hassle. The Vibe: We are a social house. You’ll meet interesting people, from fishermen to flight crews. Note: We are a spirited, older home with "community" walls—we provide white noise machines for light sleepers, but we prize friendliness over silence. If you are looking for a sterile hotel, keep looking. But if you want a warm, practical, and connected place to land, welcome to Granny McRae’s. Spenard "Insider" Amenities Checklist Location: 8 minutes to Ted Stevens International Airport (ANC); Across from Fiori D'Italia. Ideal For: Slope Workers, Travel Nurses, Contract Crews. Terms: Month-to-month, No Lease, Per Diem Friendly. Comfort: Fast Wi-Fi, Full Kitchen Access, Laundry On-Site, Coffee Provided.