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Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river.

Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river.

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Raven's Bluff House commands stellar views of the Kenai River ecosystem.
Welcome to Raven's Bluff House!
The Bird Nest apartment is located just next door for groups needing more space.
Plenty of parking space in front of the house. Covered fishing gear area to left
Flowers in Alaska just love the extended daylight!

Overview of Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river.

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Sterling, AK
  • Popular LocationMorgan's Landing State Recreation Area13 min walk
  • Popular LocationSoldotna Creek Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationBings Landing18 min drive
  • AirportKenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bear Den #1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bear Den #2

1 Queen Bed

Raven bedroom (Den) #3

1 Queen Bed

Raven bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Raven Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bear Den Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Raven Main Level Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Raven Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river.

EXCLUSIVE VIEW PROPERTY! LARGE, CUSTOM POST & BEAM HOME OVERLOOKING KENAI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. 13 YEARS IN OPERATION WITH 100% FIVE STAR REVIEWS. PERFECT FOR LARGE FAMILY/FRIEND GROUPS. HOT TUB ON DECK WITH FOREVER VIEWS.

Raven's Bluff House is unique among properties in the central Kenai Peninsula. With 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, two full kitchen/living areas, a large deck and outdoor lawn area, your group will have plenty of space to relax, gather, rest, and recharge in the Alaska wilderness.

An architectural gem, this custom-built post and beam home boasts 30 ft vaulted ceilings...making the view inside the home a perfect compliment to the vast and spectacular vista outside. There is simply no better view in the area...guests often comment that the pictures do not do it justice, and frankly, it's just not possible to capture what awaits you. Many guests say they loved the home so much they wished they'd planned less sightseeing trips and just spent more time at this unique property. We are proud of our 11 year history in business and our 5 STAR guest review streak over that entire period. We've taken great feedback from our guests and every year make an investment in improving Raven's Bluff in any way we can to make sure our guests have a wonderful vacation.

Many upgrades have been made to the house in the last few years, including high-end kitchen appliances, a 6-person hot tub on the deck, new lighting, quality furniture and bedding/towels, large smart TVs, heating systems, ceiling fans, landscaping, new roofs, rooftop solar, new Anderson doors and windows, custom blackout blinds, and every kitchen gadget imaginable including new Nespresso machines in each kitchen.

Raven's Bluff House has two separate units, the upper which has 3 bedrooms/2 baths and the lower (Bear Den) which has 2 bedrooms/1 bath. They are not connected internally and you'll need to access through an outside door, which allows for great privacy for larger groups.

Alaska is a wonderland of natural beauty and amazing resources, which our family has spent generations protecting through conservation efforts. We welcome you to our vacation home where you too can become a 'Sourdough' and share in this unique experience. The home is available year round. Winter travelers will be rewarded with an incredible show of colorful northern lights and millions of stars in the dark Arctic night. Nearby winter activities include cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and hot beverage drinking! Summer guests will be rewarded with midnight sun, vast and expansive views, solitude, wildlife, and world-class salmon and halibut fishing.

The house is centrally located in Sterling which makes day trips to both Homer and Seward possible for touring both Kachamak and Resurrection Bays with their incredible wildlife, fishing, shopping and history.

Multi-generational families taking their once-in-a-lifetime trip to Alaska will especially appreciate this property. The house comfortably sleeps 10 people but if you have a larger group, the Bird's Nest in-law apartment is located on the same property and is a lovely 1 bedroom 1 bath home nestled among the trees with incredible mountain views from the deck. Inquire if you'd like to rent both properties...The Bird's Nest is also listed on VRBO.

Keywords: Alaska, Morgan's Landing, Kenai River, Bing's Landing, salmon fishing, Kenai Peninsula, custom house, Homer, Seward, wildlife viewing, hiking, rafting, view

Property manager

Juniper Neill
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
No large outside groups

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1. No fish cleaning on property; 2. Follow rules on fire bans; 3. No events with outside people; 4. Outside noise to a min. after 10pm and before 7am.
Absolutely no commercial events may take place at the property, including anything related to inviting outside guests to the property for an event.
1. House rental if for private use only, the primary renter must be present, and no commercial activities may take place or be run from the house.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No large outside groups
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sterling

Located in Sterling, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Soldotna Homestead Museum and Kasilof Historical Regional Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Birch Ridge Golf Course and Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider Soldotna Creek Park and Jumping Junction. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area - 13 min walk
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 15 min drive
  • Bings Landing - 18 min drive
  • Soldotna Regional Sports Complex - 18 min drive
  • Kenai Peninsula College Fishing Academy - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell - 14 min drive
  • St Elias Brewing Company - 14 min drive
  • Cook's Corner Tesoro
  • Starbucks
  • True Blue Drive-Thru - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Incredible view property overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river. located?

This family-friendly Sterling holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area and Kenai River. Birch Ridge Golf Course and Scout Lake State Recreation Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fishing trip
This was an amazing place to bring a family. Rooms were comfortable and clean. There was plenty of room. We appreciated the hot tub, and gear availability. It was centrally located to lots of family adventure fun. Relaxing with great views!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house to experience all of Alaska!
Where to start? Amazing home, perfect views, comfortable home with very comfortable beds. Home owner Juniper and house managers Shelia and Paul were five star service! We enjoyed all their advice and they were extremely welcoming and accommodating! We had two families, four kids and four adults so the house was the most perfect layout. It had everything we needed and more. Centrally located to every city and trail, plus the drive from many cities was stunning. The drive from Anchorage to Sterling was heaven. The beautiful turquoise waters all around us on fishing and hikes were truly spectacular. If you want to experience beautiful Alaska, while staying at an incredible home, this is it!!!! The home is so well stocked with every amenity possible. We all enjoyed the hot tub from the deck! We are ready to come back. We also experienced two great river fishing trips via Mark and Cindy Glassmaker fishing charters and we would highly recommend using them for any fishing needs, which are close to house. Thank you Juniper, Shelia, and Paul for the hospitality, which made our trip perfect!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck K., Syracuse, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat with stunning views!
We loved Raven's Bluff House! Central to Homer and Seward (2 hour drives) as a home base, we could come back after a day of adventure and relax in the hot tub and enjoy the mountain / glacier views. Plenty of outdoors gear was available too. Check out our house review on Kovaction at YouTube! Search #kovaction and look for the red flying K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise on the Kenai Peninsula
We had an incredible week on the Kenai Peninsula. We had the opportunity to fish, hike, see TONS of wildlife like bears and moose, and no matter what the day brought, we always could come home and enjoy the amazing accommodations that this magical place has to offer. This space is clean, comfortable, and has incredible views and an amazing yard. Plenty of room for activities, games, dinner on the deck, and the hot tub was also amazing. The property management team is so quick to respond and to help with anything that you might need. Kitchen is fully stocked with literally anything and everything you could think of. They also have tons of extras like bikes, waders, fishing stuff. Very awesome! Thank you so much for our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing House
This place exceeded our expectations in every way. The attention to details was second to none. I would highly recommend this home to anyone. The location was great because you can travel to Soldotna and Cooper Landing pretty easily. Also, with the new 3 Bears Opening, a grocery store is really close now. Thanks again Desiree and Juniper!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Juniper Neill

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Raised in Alaska...this property was our family homestead. We lived a subsistance lifestyle here...which I didn't fully appreciate until I was grown up! Now I live and work overseas, but Alaska, and this property, will always be our home. I work in international conservation, and growing up in Alaska gave me a real appreciation for protecting our planet's most amazing natural places...this area being one of them!

Why they chose this property

There is no place like this in the whole world. We love coming home from our work overseas to this special house and tranquil setting. I've worked in conservation in some of the most incredible landscapes in Africa and Asia, and this property, situated near both State and Federal protected lands, rivals any of the world class conservation areas I've visited.

What makes this property unique

We love to BBQ on the large back deck, overlooking the forest and distant mountain range. Nothing but trees for hundreds of miles! What a view! The birdsong in the morning, while enjoying coffee on the deck, is another favorite time of the day for me. Spending time at Raven's Bluff House is a great way to relax and just reconnect with your family in a quiet and peaceful place in one of the great natural ecosystems in the world.
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