Rustic Cabin Near Kenai River | The Guide's Den

Experience the best of the Kenai Peninsula from this comfortable, rustic cabin set on a private acre just minutes from the Kenai River. Spend your days fishing, wildlife watching, hiking, or exploring Alaska's incredible scenery, then return to unwind around the BBQ or fire pit in peaceful surroundings. With practical amenities and excellent value, this is the perfect basecamp for outdoor adventures in Southcentral Alaska. The Space Designed for travelers who plan to spend their days outdoors, this cabin offers a simple, comfortable place to relax between adventures. You'll find practical amenities, peaceful surroundings, and everything you need for a memorable stay on the Kenai Peninsula. Inside, the cabin features a functional layout with a basic kitchen for preparing simple meals, a dining area, and comfortable sleeping spaces. Whether you're heading out early to explore or returning after a full day outside, you'll have a quiet place to recharge. Sleeping Arrangements • 1 Queen Bed • 1 Full Bed • 1 Twin Bed Loft Sleeping Areas The lofts are designed primarily as sleeping spaces and feature lower ceiling heights. They're best suited for resting, while the main living area provides the most comfortable space for gathering, relaxing, and planning your next adventure. Kitchen & Dining The kitchen includes the essentials for preparing simple meals during your stay. It has everything needed for breakfast before heading out or dinner after a day exploring the Kenai Peninsula. Outdoor Living Enjoy the quiet natural surroundings from your private acre. Fire up the BBQ after a day of exploring or gather around the fire pit to relax and enjoy Alaska's long summer evenings. Perfect For • Fishing trips and Alaska adventures • Wildlife viewing and photography • Couples and small families • Road trips through the Kenai Peninsula • Travelers looking for a peaceful, value-focused stay Location Highlights One of the biggest advantages of staying here is the easy access to some of the Kenai Peninsula's most popular outdoor destinations. • Kenai River – 5 minutes • Ciechanski Day Use Area – 5 minutes • Eagle Rock Boat Launch – 20 minutes Whether you're planning to fish, hike, watch wildlife, or simply explore the beauty of the Kenai Peninsula, this cabin offers a convenient home base with easy access to the region's outdoor recreation. Exclusive Guest Perk While we do not offer fishing tours, we've partnered with trusted local guides and tour operators to help guests experience the best of the Kenai Peninsula. After booking, you'll receive information about recommended fishing charters, wildlife excursions, and other local adventures to help you make the most of your stay. Good To Know • This is a rustic, budget-friendly cabin designed for practical comfort rather than luxury. Guests who value location, outdoor adventure, and a peaceful setting tend to enjoy their stay the most. • Airports: ENA 20m, HOM 1h45m, ANC 3h10m. • Quick tip on the water: All the water on site of our cabins is safe, potable drinking water, and we have it tested every year to ensure it is safe! That being said, because of the high mineral content in the ground, the water does have a slight odor. We have provided water filters in your cabin for your convenience. • A freezer is available if you'd like to store fish or other frozen items during your stay. • From October through April, the property transitions to mid-term stays. Contact us for special pricing on reservations of 90 nights or longer. Fish processing is not permitted inside the cabins. Please use the designated outdoor fish-cleaning area. the property manager 1. No Smoking/Vaping: This is a 100% smoke-free property. Any violation will result in a $200 per day fine for the duration of the stay. 2. Pet Policy: - Undisclosed or unauthorized pets will incur a $250 fee. - Monthly pet fees are on a case by case basis - Approved pets and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) incur a pet fee that can be found in the listing. - Service Animals: ADA-recognized Service Animals stay for free. - Cleanup & Damage: Guests must clean up after their pet. A $25 fee per instance of uncollected waste outdoors will be applied. Guests are responsible for professional cleaning costs for indoor "accidents" and the full cost of any property damage caused by pets. 3. Early Check-In/Late Check-Out: Requests require 24 hours' notice and are subject to availability, a fee will be charged accordingly. Extended requests may require booking an additional night. Unauthorized late check-outs will be charged a fee. Policy: Exception]: If a guest cancels and those dates are successfully rebooked by another party, a refund will be issued to the original guest for the rebooked portion. 5. Consumables: We provide an initial supply of paper goods, soaps, sponges, and detergents. Any additional supplies needed during your stay are the guest's responsibility to purchase. 6. Lost and Found: Host is not responsible for any lost items. To recover an item, please contact guest services via the booking platform. We can ship items back for a $20 service fee plus the cost of materials and shipping, payable in advance. Items left behind will be held for 14 days; after this period, they are considered abandoned. 7. Property Condition: Please survey the home upon arrival and report with photos any pre-existing damage or cleanliness issues within 4 hours of check-in. After this grace period, the guest accepts the property's condition and may be held responsible for any damages found after check-out. 8. Mail & Packages: Please contact guest services before shipping any items to the property, as mail access varies by location. The host is not responsible for any mail or packages delivered or lost during your stay. For stays exceeding 15 days, we may require a separate lease agreement or ask that you use a local post office for deliveries. 9. Pest Control: Our properties are professionally treated. Should a pest-related medical issue be reported, guests must provide medical confirmation of the cause. We will then dispatch a third-party inspector to verify findings and determine the appropriate resolution. 10. Lockouts: For doors with key access, contact guest services for lockbox instructions. For all other lockouts, guests are responsible for hiring a locksmith at their own expense. If a member of the host's team is dispatched to assist, a $75 service fee will be charged. 11. Moving Furniture: Moving furniture is not allowed. A $500 fee will be assessed if the cleaners have to move furniture to reset the property for the next guest. 12. Third-Party Bookings: Booking on behalf of others is strictly prohibited. The person who books must be the person staying. Any exceptions require prior written approval from the host via the booking platform. 13. Quiet Hours: Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM each night and continue until 8:00AM each morning. Quiet hours consist of keeping all audio and noise levels at a minimum level out of respect for the neighbors. 14. Missing/Broken Items: Any items missing or broken must be reported to the host. Please leave broken items on the kitchen counter when you leave. Additional charges may apply. 15. Garbage: No garbage or debris left outside unattended. All garbage must be bagged and stowed in the bins located on the property. A $50 fee, per bin, will be assessed for unbagged garbage found in the bins. 16. Property Maintenance: To keep our homes in top shape, light maintenance or repairs may occur during your stay. Regularly scheduled exterior services - including lawn care, snow removal, and hot tub maintenance - will proceed without prior notice. For any necessary indoor maintenance or repairs, we will request your permission before entering. Our team is authorized to access the property during business hours once coordinated with you.