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Forever views from HOT TUB 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!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sterling, AK
  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Soldotna Creek Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Bings Landing
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Soldotna, AK (SXQ)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bear Den #1

1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bear Den #2

1 Queen Bed

Raven bedroom (Den) #3

1 Queen Bed

Raven bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Raven Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bear Den Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Raven Main Level Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Raven Primary Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Forever views from HOT TUB overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river

EXCLUSIVE VIEW PROPERTY! LARGE, CUSTOM POST & BEAM HOME OVERLOOKING KENAI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. 14 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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No large outside groups
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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.

Important information

You need to know

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. Birch Ridge Golf Course and Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Soldotna Creek Park and Jumping Junction. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sterling, AK

What's nearby

  • Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Longmere Lake - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Bings Landing - 18 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪True Blue Drive-Thru - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Cook's Corner Tesoro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪St Elias Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Acapulco Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Forever views from HOT TUB overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Forever views from HOT TUB overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forever views from HOT TUB overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Forever views from HOT TUB overlooking Kenai National Wildlife Refuge near river located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area and within 3 miles (5 km) of Kenai River and Longmere Lake. Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Birch Ridge Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

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

Exceptional

Another year. Another great trip. Thanks again Juniper!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

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

Perfect Getaway for Our Family

We recently celebrated our 50th anniversary with a trip to Alaska with our family. There were 10 of us in all ranging in age from 10 to 77. While on the Kenai Peninsula we were busy daily with fishing, floating the river, a wildlife cruise, and hiking. But as my son-in-law says, it was staying at Raven’s Bluff House that really made the trip. If we’d stayed in a lodge or even another VRBO, it just wouldn’t have been the same experience. The grounds were spacious and had everything we could possibly want—a fire pit, beautiful deck with hot tub, some fishing equipment, bikes, etc. The kitchen was well appointed and had plenty of everything so we didn’t have to keep washing silverware and glasses, etc. The caretakers, Paul and Sheila, live in a cabin nearby and it was nice to know they were nearby if we had questions or needed anything.It is obvious that they take pride in maintaining the cabin to the highest standards.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip W.

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

Annual Family Gathering

Such a lovely stay. The host could not have been more helpful. The house itself is beautiful with many amenities including an awesome fireplace with a well-stocked arsenal of wood. The view from the backyard was impeccable. Could not have dreamed of a better place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

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

Stellar

The home was fantastic. The caretaker was wonderful. We did not have any major needs while we were there but he was always sure to check on us! There was s’more makings on the counter for the kids, fishing gear, coolers, bikes, and almost anything you could need in the kitchen including tons of spices/seasonings! Highly recommend this property! From young to old, our entire group had a great time here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Beautiful property, great location

What a great location and beautiful property! Would recommend highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Relaxing retreat with beautiful mountain view

Our family of eight traveled to the Kenai peninsula to experience fishing during the salmon run. We chose this place to stay because of its location, its size, the hot tub and the beautiful mountain view. We were not disappointed!! What a great property! We were pleasantly surprised to find the property equipped with additional fishing equipment, a fully equipped kitchen, a deep freeze to store all of our fish. We could not have asked for a better stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Excellent Alaskan Experience

If you’re looking for the ideal home to see all that Alaska has to offer, this is the home. It has perfect Mountain View’s, a yard for playing, and is filled with relics from Alaska and around the world that enrich the experience. The home is spacious and clean and provides all the amenities you need. Will be returning in the future
Stayed 15 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley B., Whitelaw, WI

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

Loved this place

We absolutely loved this place. We even had a moose and her baby go past the deck one night. The internet is the only thing that doesn't work very well, but you are on vacation in the middle of the wilderness, so that is to be expected. You couldn't find a nicer place, and they do everything to make your trip special. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

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

Great house with a beautiful view

We stayed at this rental with four of our friends. So many great things to say about this property. Clean, comfortable and well equipped. In addition to all of the basics it had pluses like a super well-equipped kitchen, plenty of towels and a hot tub. The property manager, Lisa, always picked up the phone and was very responsive and provided great communication. Finally, the view from the deck was fist rate! This rental is highly recommended. Tom & Shirley
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Very nice place to stay, with a beautiful view.

I caught myself calling this property home in the week we stayed there, and while I don't expect to own a place this nice in Alaska, I would want to stay here again! Nice property with beautiful view of mountains to the East. Great beds and appliances! We enjoyed the hot tub on the deck! Good service from the caretaker! Just understand whether the Bear's Den is included or not when booking. It was clearly specified but I didn't notice it at first, but it was very satisfactory for us without the Bear's Den.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murray B.

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

Good stay

Good as it gets
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vlad M.

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

Very nice!

Awesome home
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Drew V.

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

Beautiful Property!!!

I cannot say enough about just how much our group of 12 friends LOVED this home! The property was beautiful and exceeded all of our expectations! We can't wait to return to Alaska and hope to be back next year! -Drew
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

susan g., LINCOLN

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

Really awesome house and location

We really had a great time at this property. Juniper was amazingly accommodating for our trip which required multiple revisions to our reservation. The house is large and has everything you could need. Great new hot tub. Amazing nighttime views. The main house was perfect for our family of five including 3 adult kids, 21 through 25. Juniper allowed us to use her fishing gear and we caught a our own batch of sockeye salmon at the nearby river, and we are totally unskilled at fishing. We cooked them up using the grill at the the house! House is secluded but safe and short drive to town with all amenities. No question that I would stay there again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Great time in Alaska

My family really enjoyed the house and property! The view from the deck was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Bakersfield, CA

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

Gorgeous Views

This is a spectacular vacation rental. The listing is spot on. All the amenities are exactly as promised. The beds are super comfortable. There were 8 of us age 18 to 87 and the property met the needs of everyone. The location is beautiful, quiet, views; but not too far from everything in Soldatna. The owner provided lots of good information before our arrival on activities and restaurants. The on site caretaker was very responsive to any questions or needs during our stay. I would definitely rent this property again. We hated to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn G.

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

Fishing trip with 13 guys

The property was perfect for our group. We rented all three units Raven's Bluff main house, Bear Den, and Birds next. This gave us plenty of room for 13 guys on our fishing trip. The main house is very nice and the kitchen is well stocked with every detail covered. It was very convenient to store all our fishing gear at the outside covered pavilion and picnic table. The house is very close to Morgan's Landing and a short drive to most of the other Sockeye hotspots. The outside living spaces were very nice... from the many decks and fire pit we had a great few of the mountains. Also, a high end Weber grill on the deck was very handy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent home base with lots of space and luxury touches

From booking to after checkout, the homeowner and caretaker were very helpful and communicative. The view is exactly as represented, which is gorgeous. Kitchen is well-supplied. The location feels secluded but is very accessible to activities, stores, and restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra F.

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

Beautiful property with amazing views!

Fantastic property to explore Alaska. Views from the back deck are amazing. Thoughtful owner and very well stoked property. Brew602 in Soldotna for coffee and waffles was awesome! There are also a great local bookstore and brewery nearby. Perfect spot to call home base while exploring the Kenai Penisula!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

paula M., Los Angeles USA

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

Stunning and Perfectly Amazing

We loved our stay at Ravens Bluff house! Family of 9 attending a family wedding in Soldotna. Comfortable, clean and every attention to detail were met beyond our expectations! Beds were very comfortable and extra blankets were supplied. Kitchen supplied with most everything you need. Enjoyed the jacuzzi and the vast amazing mountain and forest views! Thank you Lisa for your hospitality, and thank you Juniper for giving us a memorable stay in Alaska.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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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English

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