Spend your summer exploring the Kenai Peninsula, where incredible fishing, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable Alaska adventures await. Just minutes from the Kenai River, this comfortable cabin sleeps up to 4 guests and includes a full kitchen, shared BBQ grills, and fire pits. After a day outdoors, take advantage of the on-site fish cleaning station and walk-in freezer. Conveniently located between Kenai and Soldotna, near Ciechanski Day Use Area and Eagle Rock Boat Launch.
Whether you're heading out on the river, exploring the Kenai Peninsula, or simply enjoying a quiet Alaska getaway, this private cabin offers a comfortable place to unwind at the end of the day. Thoughtfully designed for practical comfort, it's a welcoming place to relax and recharge after a day of fishing, sightseeing, or exploring the Kenai Peninsula.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Two Full beds comfortably sleep up to 4 guests, making the cabin a great option for couples, friends, or small families.
• Please note that the loft sleeping areas are designed primarily for sleeping and feature lower ceiling heights. The main living area is the most comfortable space for gathering, relaxing, and spending time together.
Kitchen & Dining
The full kitchen is equipped with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay, including a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, cookware, dishes, utensils, a coffee maker, and a dining table.
Outdoor Amenities
Enjoy the shared outdoor spaces throughout Lower Kenai Lodge, including:
• BBQ grills
• Shared fire pits
• Covered pavilion
• Spacious outdoor gathering areas
• Outdoor fish cleaning station
• Walk-in freezer available for storing your catch during your stay
Guest Access
Guests have private access to the entire cabin and are welcome to enjoy the shared amenities throughout Lower Kenai Lodge.
Free on-site parking is available, making it easy to bring fishing gear, coolers, and outdoor equipment.
Neighborhood Overview
Lower Kenai Lodge is tucked away on a peaceful wooded acre between Kenai and Soldotna, offering a quiet retreat with easy access to some of the Kenai Peninsula's most popular outdoor destinations. Whether you're here for world-class fishing, wildlife viewing, scenic drives, or simply to experience Alaska's natural beauty, you'll be in the perfect location to explore it all.
The Kenai River is just 5 minutes away, while Ciechanski Day Use Area and Eagle Rock Boat Launch are both within a short drive. Grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, fishing outfitters, and other everyday conveniences are easily accessible in nearby Kenai and Soldotna.
After a day of adventure, return to Lower Kenai Lodge to relax around the shared fire pits, grill your favorite meal, or unwind in the peaceful outdoor gathering spaces.
Other Things to Note
• 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.
• Please note that the loft sleeping areas are designed primarily for sleeping and feature lower ceiling heights. The main living area offers the most comfortable space for gathering, relaxing, and spending time together.
• The Kenai River is just 5 minutes away, making the cabin an excellent basecamp for fishing trips and exploring the Kenai Peninsula.
• 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.
• Guests are welcome to use the on-site fish cleaning station and walk-in freezer to prepare and store their catch during your stay.
• Airports: Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) – 20 minutes, Homer Airport (HOM) – 1 hour 45 minutes, Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) – approximately 3 hours 10 minutes.
• While we don't offer guided fishing trips directly, we're happy to share recommendations for trusted local fishing guides and charter operators after your booking is confirmed.
• 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.
