Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging

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A wooden interior with a high ceiling, large windows, a central fire pit, and seating areas.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a coffee maker and a toaster on the counter.
A cabin with a green door, wooden beams, and a metal roof.
A lakeside view with picnic tables and a bench.
A fire pit with a metal cover in a wooden room with benches and large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Kenai River

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sterling, AK
  • Place, Moose River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Scout Lake State Recreation Site
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bings Landing
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
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About the neighborhood

Sterling

Located in Sterling, this apartment is in a rural area and on the beach. Birch Ridge Golf Course and Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and Scout Lake State Recreation Site. Soldotna Creek Park and Jumping Junction are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
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Sterling, AK

What's nearby

  • Moose River - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 5 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Bings Landing - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Kenai Peninsula College Fishing Academy - 24 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Suzies Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Reindeer Hut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Caboose - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown’s Grounds - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging on Oct 31, 2026 start from $341, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Prime Kenai River Frontage with Private Lodging located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sterling apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Kenai River, Moose River, and Bings Landing. Kenai National Wildlife Refuge is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay when taking a trip to the peninsula. Host was incredible and the property was second to none.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 30, 2026
You and your party was fishing and catching and pioneers with finding the different places to hunt down the schools of salmon. You made hard sockeye fishing look easy! Great Stay and see you again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Stay in Sterling, AK

We had a great stay at the Bear's Den. The space is clean, comfortable and well stocked. Plus the views are amazing. Ron and Katia made sure we had everything we needed for a great week. Highly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

As great as always, great host and a beautiful location.

Beautiful location great host.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2024
Thank you for your generosity as a great fisherman. Love that you stay with us and find comfort with your lodging. Ron and Katya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Stay

Took a chance on a location we have not stayed before. Ron and his wife were wonderful hosts. If you are looking for a quiet place away from chaos in Soldotna during peak season this is the place to go.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts about our place on the Kenai River. Your fishing friends that came with you were great. So glad you had a successful fishing adventure here. Ron
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work vacation

We stayed here while we worked on building our house for a little over a week. Was a great place to relax in the evenings. Really enjoyed the property, lots to do and the hosts were great!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2024
What a nice family you have! It was a pleasure to host you and the two young toddlers. So cool to watch them learn how to fish off our daylight platform here on the Kenai River. Thank you for your kind words. Ron and Katya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay for your stay in Alaska

The hosts went above and beyond to make us feel very comfortable and enjoy our stay. The cabin was outstanding and top notch. Easy to find and not far from the town of Soldotna. Ron even hooked us up on charter to go deep sea fishing and we all caught our limit. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thank you for your kindness. We do try hard to please our guests and share our property. All 4 of your party were fantastic guys with great attitudes. Loved watching the fishermen bring the catch home daily. See you next year hopefully. Ron and Katya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 brothers

Awesome in every way. Ron and Katya are both great hosts. Really enjoyed our stay. Great location and beautiful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2023
Seeing two brothers still fishing together years into their lives is just wonderfully amazing to us. We are so blessed to have had you as our guests. Great brothers, Great fishermen, Great times ! ! !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kenai Fishing

Ron was very accommodating. View is beautiful. Conveniently located.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
So nice to see a father with his sons fishing the Kenai Peninsula waters and making memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Very nice, clean and accommodating. They made sure we had everything we needed and even recommended activities in the area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2022
It was a very busy time and I was very surprised on the great fishing attitudes your family brought to the property Shawn. You totally nailed it and made the best out of every Alaskan weather condition that rolled in that week. I loved the closeness of the four generations all together making your Kenai Peninsula family vacation rock. Thank you for that. Ron and Katya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Kenai River Views

Views and access to fishing are spectacular. The property grounds and unit were well maintained and felt like a well loved cabin. If you are looking to stay on the Kenai and are ok being about 10 to 20 minutes from town/fishing pull-ins….then it’s the perfect setting. We loved it. Extremely quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2025
Thank you for staying at our "Little Piece of Heaven" property. You were so busy fishing and having fun we rarely had a chance to get to know you better. Of course you were here to fish, and relax so the good stuff was completed. Thanks so much for taking great care of your surroundings. Most appreciated. Your welcome back anytime.. Ron and Katya
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Going above and beyond

Even though we were first timers to visit Alaska, Ron made sure we knew everything to be successful in fishing in the Kenai. It was a great stay with awesome views of the river. We loved our stay and the hospitality was first class. If you want a great place to stay with great fishing, great views, and above and beyond services this is the place for you.
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
It was our pleasure to have you. We are looking forward to your future stay with us. Ron and Katya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property wonderful location

We stayed in the Bears Den and wolf den (bunk house), which was perfect for our teenage boys. Wonderful view of the river, great platforms for fishing and fishing equipment was provided by Ron which was great. The fishing at the property was a little slow while we there (timing) but Ron told us spots to go to catch fish. Ron really knows the area and is a great host! Can't wait to get back to the area and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2020
We are here to please our guests and give them comfort. Our commitment will continue to information and ideas to people who want to take in the adventurous Alaskan Kenai Peninsula Loved having your family Brad, and loved you being able to take home some wonderful Kenai fish to share with your family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alaska fishing trip.

Beautiful property in an excellent location. Host could not be more gracious. Always available to answer questions and offer help. I cannot day enough about the property or the hosts. I would highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks for using our property to stay at while hunting for silver. It is wonderful to see father and son fishing and spending quality time together. We love that you enjoyed the amenities and comfort and enjoyed your success with just a little encouraging info. You were very kind gentlemen.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

AHMAZING.

There aren’t words enough to describe this piece of paradise - and the hospitality that comes with it. This was our first trip to Alaska for fishing and Ron made sure we were well aware of our options, timing for booking adventures, etc. I honestly have never met hosts that offered so much for a stay. The accommodations were perfect - and such a gorgeous setting. We are hoping we will make it back - and this is where we’ll stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loves our stay!

Ron is a great host! He met us upon arrival to show us around the property. The bears den was comfortable and had everything we could have needed. Down to laundry detergent. There were poles available to fish off the docks on the property. He even helped coordinate an excursion for us. Thank you for making our anniversary trip so enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 16, 2022
We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us. We do like to share and as you have seen, lots of amenities are very helpful on a vacation. See you again sometime and Thank you Ron and Katya
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An awesome week in the Bears Den

Our group of fishing buddies has stayed in the Bears Den many times over the past several years and we've never been disappointed. Ron and Katia are wonderful hosts who do everything possible to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked and the view from the deck is fantastic. The property is located right on the Kenai River with easy access to the water. The topper is the enclosed gazebo with lots of seating and the best fire pit anywhere! Highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location with fantastic accommodations!!

The owner of the property exceeded our expectations in every way. Ron's knowledge of the area and contacts in the community made booking those last minute fishing trips a breeze. Additionally, the onsite outfitter equipment room provided those odds and ends that we never even thought to bring. The accommodations were well stocked and very comfortable. Cooking fresh salmon over an open fire while sitting by the river is about as perfect as it can get. Thanks again for making a great vacation even better!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2021
Just love it doing vacation rentals! You can meet some of the best people and become friends overnight. Totally respected and enjoyed your company and will always have you back whenever you can make it. And you caught a ton of fish to go with. So Cool and such a nice family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best fishing on the Kenai

From the moment I booked our reservation at our perfect little Bear Den our host Ron was incredibly helpful.. His knowledge of the area allowed us the best possible experience in this fishing mecca of Alaska. And our best catching ended up being right in front of us off his docks with his expertise in a new technique! The accommodations were perfect with everything we could possibly need...and then some! I hope to return again and spend more time exploring this amazing area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 6, 2022
Thank you so much for your kindness and caring personality. Really enjoyed your visit and stay with us. Sharing is what we love to do with our "Little Piece of Heaven". Hope to see you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and exceptional host!

My husband, 1 year old son and I had the best time here. The condo not only had everything we needed and more, it was very clean, access to fishing and various firepits, but the host Ron was absolutely exceptional. He helped my husband and I with fishing tips, equipment and locations on the Kenai River. His friendliness was contagious. We will absolutely come back here again and recommend to friends that visit Sterling. 5+ STARS!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2021
It was so nice to see such a beautiful young family getting with the Alaskan ways. I just loved watching the young one thrive here with our vacation rental and all the pleasures of camp life, fires, and fishing. Discovery at every setting! Super Parents
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Totally Awesome

Oh where do I start. Couldn't ask for better hosts. Ron and Katya are awesome. Felt very much at home in the bear den. Covered deck was awesome while we there. Would definitely be coming back. If you have a chance to stay here, do it. Kaidie
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 9, 2022
Thanks so much for staying on our property. So glad you enjoyed it. Even in the rain, you can stay dry and be outside having fun. And I found out that you cook the best shell fish on the Bar-B Que under the deck and custom rain shield we have for our Bears Den . I'm still drooling and quite impressed how comfortable you ladies were doing in our foul weather. You are all welcome back anytime:) Ron and Katya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of heaven on the Kenai

This trip was our second stay at Eagles Nest and we enjoyed it even more the second time around. We stayed in 2016 and again this year. The owners have made so many improvements including an awesome fire pit pavilion that is mosquito proof and can seat two dozen people comfortably. WOW. It was amazing. Ron is so attentive and cares for the property so well! I swear it was spotless. My wife was so impressed with how clean it was. Thanks to Ron and Katya for another great stay. See you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 4, 2023
Thought you would enjoy the inside fires with our Pavilian. Thank you so much for mentioning it with your kind review. Kind of puts a cherry on top of a great day on the Kenai River. We love being able to give our guests a special memory.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wanna Be Alaskan! But always a Floridian!

Can’t say enough… we loved this little cabin! Everything you need to reset and relax. Beautifully well kept grounds with so many thoughtful amenities. Well appointed kitchen and cabin that is exceptionally clean. Beautiful view of the Kenai river front with eagles flying by every single night. Multiple fire pits to gather around after your day’s adventures. Close to travel to many main points of interest or just completely unwind. Incredible host who truly takes pride in his property and was so helpful with our inquiries about our daily adventures. Ron you’re truly one of a kind and we were so happy to have meet you and stayed at your little cabin. Kevin, Queen Victoria and Caleb.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 12, 2022
Thank you all for choosing us and we, my Queen Ekateryna and myself were blessed to have you visit our little piece of heaven. It was very nice to meet you and we are happy you were satisfied with our cabin in the woods. Hope you may come back sometime and do it again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation!

I can't say enough about the Eagles Eye Property. We rented the Bear's Den for my husband and I, plus our two teens and the Wolve's Den for my FiL. Prior to the trip, he was very communicative and answered all of our questions immediately any time we contacted him. He also set up all of our fishing excursions with outstanding outfitters in advance of our trip. We felt at home from the moment we arrived. Ron provided us a personal tour of the property, showing us all the amenities available which included the private fishing docks and fishing equipment, the numerous firepits and sitting areas, the horseshoe pits, and the newly constructed pavillion. Ron also showed us the Outfitters Shed that contained waders, fishing equipment, and ice chests for our excursions. The house was fully equipped and very comfortable (loved the bed). The fish cleaning area and the full size freezer were a godsend to process the fish we caught. We plan to book with him again and make this a regular trip for our family. Thanks, Ron!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 11, 2021
We really appreciate your stay with us at the property. You have great family having lots of fun fishing and exploring the area. Its always so nice to see the whole family chasing the schools of salmon and catching them. I think you all made great memories to last a lifetime.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property on Kenai River!

We had an amazing time living in Alaska and staying in Bears Den for two months during the winter. Ron and Katya are welcoming hosts. They ensured we were comfortable and had everything during our long winter stay. Bears Den, a one-bedroom cabin, worked out perfectly for us. Both of us worked remotely from the cabin. The Internet connection was reliable, and we had no outages during our stay. The kitchen in the cabin is small, but it was convenient and had everything for us to cook dinner almost every day. It was warm and cozy inside the Bears Den during cold winter nights. Eagle’s Eye property is located within walking distance of a local supermarket. This was very convenient when we ran out of ingredients for breakfast or dinner and did not need to drive to Soldotna. The best part of Bears Den is the view. It was calming and meditating to look at the half-frozen Kenai River with Bold Eagles flying back and forth over it. We did not want to leave and can’t wait to return there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Place

Once again place never seems to disappoint. Always enjoy staying here, meeting new guests, and enjoy visiting with Ron and Katya. See you next summer.
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2026
Always welcome here. Your expertise in flossing for Reds is successful and our other guests lean more of the technique to "Get Er Done" They are able to catch too! Thank you for coming and being such a great example to others. Ron and Katya
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