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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Sterling, AK
  • Place, Scout Lake State Recreation Site
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Moose River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Sterling

This vacation home is located within a few miles (5 km) of Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Kenai River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Moose River - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area - 13 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Longmere Lake - 14 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Bings Landing - 17 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caribou Caboose - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Reindeer Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Magpye's Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mama's BBQ - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp.

DISCOUNT FOR STAYING 7 DAYS OR MORE!!
It’s a picturesque 2 1/2 hour drive through the Chugach Mountains to & from the Ted Stevens International Airport and just 25 minutes to & from the Kenai Municipal Airport, which is a 30-minute flight to Anchorage.
The property is within 1 mile of the World Famous Kenai River and just 15 minutes from the center of Soldotna - home of the world record King Salmon. For your fishing trips on either side of the Peninsula it’s just 1 1/2 hours to Homer or Seward with many little towns along the way and only 45 minutes to the Russian River near the beautiful town of Cooper Landing. There are several scenic pull offs for your photo opportunities too.

This beautiful 2400 sq. ft. 2 story log home sits on 2.5 acres and is set up for large families or a group of friends. It features a charming custom kitchen & dining area, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, TV room, and laundry room. Off the deck there is a large front yard that has a fire pit w/patio, swing set, horseshoe pit, badminton & a basketball hoop in the driveway. Out back there is a covered pavilion with picnic tables, bar stools, other conveniences include a fish cleaning station, a few fishing poles, hip boots and life jackets. A freezer room with an extra refrigerator is also available for your use. The driveway/parking area is oversized and can accommodate RV's, boats or trailers.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed
Please email the owners before booking

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Please email the owners before booking
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25.
  • Note from host: Please email the owners before booking
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Alaskan Retreat Kenai Peninsula House Sterling
Alaskan Retreat Kenai Peninsula Sterling
Alaskan Retreat Kenai Peninsu
The Kenai Peninsula Base Camp
The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp
The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. Sterling
The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Sterling, close to Bings Landing, Scout Lake State Recreation Site, and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area. You'll also find Kenai River and Moose River within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp.?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a firepit.

Does The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal), which is 22.7 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp.?

Yes, every house at The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. comes with a patio.

The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for a large group. Beautiful home, comfortable and well appointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing. Great amenities and easy access yet secluded. We will always go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie w.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second time staying at this property and it was perfect! The owners have thought of everything. The location was great as a base camp, and our large group had everything that we needed to enjoy 7 nights on the Kenai Peninsula. We especially enjoyed the outdoor areas, fire pit, yard games and covered porch. We spent every evening playing games and talking about our adventures from the day. Thanks again, Painters!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This place was perfect for our group. Cabin was very clean and the pavilion and fish cleaning station was awesome. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schelista G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Salmon Run

Beautiful property that was perfect for the salmon run. With a family of 10 people, this cabin was spacious and met our needs. Owners were fantastic and welcoming. Jodi was so kind to pick up groceries for breakfast due to our late night arrival and offered to let us stay later in the day for our late night departure. We will definitely book again if available when we come back to Alaska.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

As advertised!

I don’t think a better VRBO exists on the Kenai Peninsula. Jodi and Erik were outstanding hosts. They have the mindset of trying to set you up with everything you’d need/want on an Alaskan vacation. So thorough and thoughtful. I knew they had supplies but I did not know they took so much time and effort to make sure everything was perfect. Jodi was so responsive if we ever had a question or a need. We had a group of 10 ages 16-71 and everyone had a great time, from fishing, bbq, yard games and recommendations… everything was perfect!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation Stay

Location was very centralized for our itinerary. Kitchen was perfect for cooking and feeding 12 adult men for two weeks. Our host was very accommodating and helpful. Looking forward to coming back in the future!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary celebration

The property was even better in person, it’s a great location, it had everything you could need and more for your vacation and the owners were amazing! The personal touches and extras were a nice surprise and made the trip and stay even more special!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get away

Wonderful home and hosts! Everything was spot on and we felt so welcomed. They have gone the extra mile to make this location perfect and fun for all!! So many wonderful memories made. Can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place - Great Host!

Our stay included 8x retired military on a guys fishing trip for 10 days (Russian River Reds/Homer Halibut). The cabin was extremely well equipped and had everything we needed and more. Greatly appreciate everything. It was an absolute pleasure meeting you guys!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annett S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Germany

We had a great time and will do this again. Thank you.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mack L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesomeness

We all loved the property. The hosts were great and went the extra mile to help our group feel welcome to their home. Thanks for such a great home to stay in
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A slice of paradise in Alaska

We were pleasantly surprised at how wonderful this home and property were. We knew it would be from the photos, but in person it's even better! Perfect for the 7 of us! We loved the location! Had a blast playing badminton, smores by the fire pit and just enjoying the surroundings. The house itself is fabulous, great space, super clean and was perfect for our group. Owners were quick to answer any questions, and very helpful with information. We were so sad to leave. Location is perfect as it's in between Seward & Homer. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James J.

Liked: Cleanliness

AWSOME Enjoyable Vacation

From the first time we drove onto the property until we departed, this is by far the most down home and fantastic place we’ve stayed at. The accommodations and amenities make this place feel like it’s your own home. We loved everything it has to offer and recommend it. We will defiantly stay at this home again. James and family. Thank you so very much for sharing your place with us. James and family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Gail M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant Stay for Fishing

Jodie was a great host, so pleasant. The home and the amenities made our stay fantastic and memorable. The family enjoyed our vacations, and we would visit the site again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Moose Lodge

We arrived and checked in a little early. Everyone in our family was amazed with the accommodations provided by Jodi and Erik. From the ready to use kitchen to the comfy beds this house, the location and everything about it were just perfect for our 10 day vacation. I would recommend this propety to everyone looking for a quiet, off the beaten path get away. The cow moose and her 2 calves visited often and were a sight for all to see.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible!

The property was beautiful and so clean. It had everything we needed, including some furry friends that live outside! The owners were so sweet and answered any questions immediately. We had 8 adults and 1 toddler stay for a week and it was perfect! Couldn't recommend more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

The most adorable house in Alaska!!!!

We were greeted by welcomed house owners. This house has everything, toys, strollers, DVDs for kids, games. House is gorgeous with so many amenities. Id recommend it to everyone. Loved staying there for 8 days. Thank you so much!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion on the peninsula.

Very nice place with plenty of room. Great kitchen and dining area for entertaining. Beautiful master suite and en-suite bathroom. Upstairs bedroom/ family room was perfect for the kids. Plenty to keep the children occupied and entertained. The swing set was a hit as was the fire pit and making s’mores. Next time we will make plans to go fishing as this is the perfect place for a small or large group to bring back their catch, clean it, store it and cook it. You have the option of cooking and entertaining either indoors or outdoors. Indeed the property owners thought of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H., Simi Valley

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful we’ll equipped house that had a beautiful yard with fire pit and a covered area in case

I would diffidently recommend this home for a group or family adventure
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

katie w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

We had a great week-long stay here, and everything was perfect! The owners left the most thoughtful welcome gifts and the welcome binder included everything that we needed to know for our stay. We had 3 kids age 3-8 with us, and the outdoor spaces and toys were invaluable. We enjoyed nice evenings on the deck and around the fire pit, and if it was raining, we retreated to the covered area out back and enjoyed the gas fire and yard games. The fishing poles and waders were much appreciated, and the fish cleaning station and large freezer space came in handy. The owners have thought of everything, and we're very responsive to any questions. We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garima J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house for a big family

We loved the property . Eric and Jodi took detailed care of all the details small or big to make sure guests feel comfortable and at home. We will stay again when we visit Alaska.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jace L., Fairbanks, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Vacation Ever

An amazing property with all the appropriate amenities. The owners had great communication, location was easy to find, and my family from the Lower 48 couldn’t imagine staying anywhere else for the summers to come when in Kenai. Thank you to Erik and Jodi for the fishing rods, ambient fire place, clean beds & linens and an amazing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Set up for a Family get together

We have stayed at a lot of VRBOs in the past. This is by far the best accommodations we have encountered. The Painters family home was able to accommodate a wide variety of ages 68- 10 months old . The house was spotless and offered many additions that made our stay enjoyable even during torrential rains. The pavilion next to the fish cleaning area was a big hit . The creative hook the fish game was enjoyed by all. The large yard with the swingset and fire pit was a favorite of the grandchildren. Cooking was a breeze in the well stocked kitchen. Too many thoughtful details to mention them all . Had a great time hope to return soon !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darby S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Secluded property with a great out door space. The house worked great for our 2 families. The rooms were so insulated and quiet that it made it easy to sleep at night. Lots of great fishing gear to use and a freezer for fish!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

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