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Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House)

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Interior
Exterior
Open upper loft with sitting area and desk
Generously appointed kitchen
Dining for the entire family.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2nd Floor East Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor West Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House)

This Kenai Riverside gem, the Moose House, offers gorgeous, upscale riverfront accommodations for your Alaska dream vacation, just steps from the stunning Kenai River.

Nestled on the banks of the turquoise-colored Kenai River, this tranquil setting is the perfect home away from home, conveniently located in the heart of the Kenai Peninsula. From your private “basecamp,” you can explore the local area by foot, raft or fishing boat - or venture on day trips to Seward and Homer before returning to your cozy home.

The main living space boasts large windows with excellent views of the property’s wooded, riverside location, along with a full kitchen set-up suitable for any home chef. Make the most of the spectacular natural setting located just outside French doors leading to the outside patio, with comfortable outdoor furniture to maximize your time in nature. Or, opt to stay cozy inside and gather around the beautiful palatial dining table which comfortably seats 8.

This premium vacation home has three bedrooms with fresh linens and Sleep Number beds. Bedrooms sleep six with two additional extra-long, Patagonia style daybeds with comfortable bedding.

The master bedroom suite features a king-size Sleep Number bed with cozy reading area and en-suite master bath, with deluxe Jacuzzi tub and steam shower. This vacation home puts the Ahhhhh in Alaska!

Our Moose Chalet is one of three beautiful vacation home rentals on the banks of the Kenai River. Reserve this individual home for your family or consider renting multiple homes for larger parties up to 16-20 guests. See our other VRBO listings here:
Bear Chalet: https://www.vrbo.com/1813199
Lynx Cottage: https://www.vrbo.com/1813211

Special Notes: Please be aware that although this vacation home rental is conveniently located on the Alaska road system, we are in bear country and ask that you make yourself bear aware in advance of arrival. We'd like to share this helpful resource: http://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/safety/bears.htm.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cooper Landing

Located in Cooper Landing, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Cooper Landing Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russian River Campground and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cooper Landing, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Russian River Campground - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Kenai Lake - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Devil's Creek Trailhead - 20 min drive - 29.9 km
  • Summit Lake - 25 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Inn & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gwin's Lodge and Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rafter’s Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Two Brothers Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House)?

As of 10 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House) on 16 Apr, 2026 start from S$701, 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 at Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Alaska Vacation Home Steps from Kenai River (Moose House) located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Chugach National Forest and Kenai River. Cooper Landing Museum and K'Beq Footprints Heritage Site are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jason b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was great - no complaints, look forward to visiting this property again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our store. Kitchen has coffee and spices and has the cooking basics. Pros - the space and view are beautiful! Very clean - except for my 3 y/o dragging out some trash from under the furniture. Good access to town. Cons - mattress in master on the firm side which some may like others may not. Soundproofing between bedrooms upstairs is not ideal which was only an issue for us because of having the baby waking up toddler. But those are the only even remote downsides I can think of. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

lisa r.

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

Great stay!

It was a beautiful property on a bend of the Kenai River. Magical stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kennedy S.

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

Amazing stay in Coopers Landing!

EVERYTHING was beautiful. The home was even prettier than the pictures listed. It was clean, the host were great with communication and the beds were very comfortable. I would stay here a million more times.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca s.

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

Beautiful cabin

We had a great time celebrating my husband's 40th birthday with friends and family. Beautiful cabin. Beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James y.

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

Great property on the river

Great location and the property was very nice. If I had to make one suggestion have coffee stocked for the guest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen F., Louisville, Kentucky USA

Beautiful home in a beautiful location!!

Everything about this property is perfect. The home is beautiful, well equipped and awesome service from the caretakers.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful cabin

Seems like a new home and quite a dramatic structure. Great location only thing that would have helped is if they had more tissue in bathrooms and paper towels and kitchen
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

toby c.

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

Instead of camping.

It was a last minute change of plans and everyone enjoyed themselves! It was a wonderful, cozy place on the river for a weekend getaway. Thank you for accommodating our group!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri G.

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

Beautiful home

The house is gorgeous and has everything we needed for our stay. We had 8 people and were very comfortable. Lots of fishing near by and the hike to Russian River falls was amazing. Watching the salmon jumping up the falls was a highlight of our trip. It’s also an easy drive to Seward.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

The best accommodation in all of Alaska!

We thoroughly enjoyed this home as our base for fishing, hiking and sightseeing on the Kenai Peninsula. The location is perfect, both from a river view and easy access to fabulous hiking. For anyone looking for a similar experience, this home in Cooper Landing rivals anything in Yellowstone or Glacier for an upscale accommodation and location. The manager Jessica and her husband Courtney were readily available and provided the support we needed before and during our stay. They may have even arranged for the seven days of PERFECT weather. All eight of us commented daily about how nice the house and the river view was. And how we want to come back — because seven days just isn’t enough! Thank you Marcia, Jessica and Courtney
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris R., Charlottesville, Virginia

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

Outstanding Property and Location in Heart of Kenai Penninsula

One of two magnificent large A frame houses situated on a 3-4 acre peninsula right on the Kenai River, located in the fishing mecca of Cooper Landing and central to other activities on the Kenai Penninsula. Beautiful home sleeps 8 in three bedrooms with two and one half baths. Laundry room with washer dryer. Magnificent kitchen with granite and state of the art appliances. Large dining /living area adjacent to the kitchen with magnificent stone fireplace. Built in TV, Stereo and WIFI. Terrace off living room has BBQ and views of river and mountains. Great onsite property management in a nearby building, and wonderful owner who was in residence in other A frame during out stay. Hard to imagine a nicer rental within miles of this place.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura S., Castle Rock, CO

Riverside Luxury

We recently spent an amazing week in this spectacular home on the Kenai River. The property is STUNNING, both inside and out! The river is a short walk from the house, and there are several spots perfect for fishing right from the property. The grounds are meticulously kept, and the home sits back off the highway, giving a sense of remoteness and privacy. The central location in Cooper Landing allows for easy day trips to Seward, Soldotna, and Homer. Inside, the home is breathtaking. From the gourmet kitchen, to the custom stair rails, to the soaring beams, to the steam shower, to the luxury linens - everything is first class! The caretakers, who live onsite, are friendly and helpful. Our fishing guide even picked us up at the door. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for five star accommodations on the Kenai. We definitely hope to stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A Perfect Getaway in a Stunning Cabin_

My stay at this charming Alaskan cabin was nothing short of magical. Nestled in a stunning natural setting, the cabin perfectly blended rustic charm with modern comforts. It felt like stepping into a postcard, surrounded by the untouched beauty of Alaska. Highlights: - Adorable Cabin: The cabin itself was cozy, beautifully decorated, and had so much character. From the inviting wood interiors to the warm fireplace, every detail made it feel like the perfect little retreat. - Wildlife Encounters: One of the absolute highlights was the wildlife! I spotted a moose right down the road from the cabin and even saw many bald eagles soaring overhead fishing. The connection to nature here is unparalleled. - Peaceful and Remote: It was so peaceful and quiet, the perfect escape from busy city life. I loved sitting on the porch, soaking in the scenery and fresh Alaskan air. - Comforts and Conveniences: The cabin was well-equipped with everything I needed, from a fully functional kitchen to plush bedding. The big windows let in lots of light and offered panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. The host went above and beyond to ensure my stay was comfortable, even sharing local tips for nearby trails and spots to catch more wildlife. It was clear they put a lot of love and care into making this cabin a special place for visitors. If you're looking for a cozy, nature-filled getaway in Alaska, this is the spot! I’m already dreaming of my next visit. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

."Dreamy house in dreamy setting" "Architectural Gem" "7 star Aman private residance."

Awesomeness found. Architectural opulence in Cooper Landing, who knew this kind of property existed in Alaska? It was more like a 7 star private bungalow at the Aman hotel chain or the Four Seasons. We were met by the caretaker / concierge on site. They helped us park up and get situated in the home, explaining the full AV system, laundry, wifi, and setting up some ideal things to do in the area. (Also they live at the entry to the property in a separate house so it felt very secure and safe.) It was hard to focus as the house featured some unbelievable scenarios, like flawless walnut floors, hand crafted metal work, steam shower, massive milled timber beams, and stunning views. After the 6 minute walk thru tutorial we started to unpack and noticed extremely high thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, top quality / gourmet cook wear, three types of pillows, guide books, historical photos, cut natural stone on the deck and fireplace, really a custom lair with top of the line finishes... a home with no expenses spared... just comfort everywhere. The location is central in Cooper landing and 15 steps to your private river fishing bank with little spaces to cast from. This one is not a "cabin" its not a "house" its more of a art piece that you can relax in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

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

Beautiful Lodge Style Home

We rented this one and the identical one next door for a family gathering. It was fabulous for everyone from 1 to 83. Very comfortable, clean and well furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Amazing!

The property was wonderful and the house was breathtaking. Large enough for a family of 7 and accommodating. We love Alaska!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Gorgeous!

Spacious beautiful house!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

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

Beautiful home!

We had an amazing stay. Alaska is absolutely beautiful. The home was very clean and just as beautiful as the pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Great Stay!

Fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

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

Family Trip

Very comfortable place to stay with our teen & young adult kids. Nice kitchen to cook meals & plenty of space in the great room to visit, read or plan our next outing. Luxurious shower & bathtub! Would stay here again if we are ever in the Kenai area in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

The perfect family vacation!

Got to do all the quintessential Alaskan things from this beautiful home base in Cooper Landing! Being on the Kenai Peninsula for a week allowed us to fish, kayak, hike, cruise to see whales from Seward and fly to see bears from Homer. We bought bear spray at $50 only to find two other unused containers already here at the house. Because you can't bring it on the plane we also left it in the house, so might be good for owner to list bear spray as a "amenity"!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill O.

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

Beautiful Property

Very clean, comfortable beds, high end furnishings and appliances, convenient to everything on the Kenai Peninsula.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Accommodations in Cooper Landing

Beautiful house, meticulously clean, and in an incredible setting along the Kenai River. Our stay far exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Great property

Stayed here twice for family vacations and everybody loved the property and amenities! Great location and property managers

About the host

Hosted by Alaska Wildland Adventures

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Your VRBO vacation home host is Alaska Wildland Adventures (AWA), an experienced, high-quality Alaskan tour operator and owner of three wilderness lodges throughout Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula.

When you reserve a stay at one of our three Kenai Riverside VRBO vacation homes, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing the surrounding 9 acres of pristine riverfront property are maintained and loved by a responsible tourism steward like AWA.

AWA offers a wide range of ways to experience the Land of the Midnight Sun. In addition to our VRBO offerings, you may consider extending your Alaska vacation to include one or more of our three wilderness lodges - Kenai Riverside Lodge, Kenai Backcountry Lodge and Kenai Fjords Glacier Lodge. Each lodge experience offers a unique blend of guided activities and all-inclusive services.

Since AWA's start in 1977, we’ve attracted travelers looking to go a step beyond the standard cruise or motorcoach tour. By selecting a VRBO stay with us, you’ve made an excellent choice to avoid the crowds and enjoy an authentically Alaskan experience.

Learn more about our other Alaska travel options at www.alaskawildland.com.

Why they chose this property

With its unparalleled location on the banks of the famed Kenai River, this special vacation home offers an exceptional nature retreat just a short drive from Anchorage, Seward or Homer. Opt to reserve a private home for yourself and your family, or combine up to three of our VRBO rentals to comfortably host your multi-generational family vacation, reunion or special event.

What makes this property unique

Premium riverside accommodations; spacious living areas; full kitchen; upscale finishes; gorgeous interior and exterior spaces.

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