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The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp.

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Front Deck
Exterior
Horse shoe pit and front yard
Front yard
Fire pit and patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sterling, AK
  • Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area
  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bings Landing
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs bedroom #2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs - Master Bedroom #3

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Please email the owners before booking
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Sterling

Located in Sterling, this holiday home is on a river. Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Soldotna Creek Park and Jumping Junction. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Sterling, AK

What's nearby

  • Scout Lake State Recreation Site - 9 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Moose River - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Longmere Lake - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Bings Landing - 17 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Soldotna Creek Park - 25 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Suzie's Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Magpye's Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Reindeer Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brown’s Grounds - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best Kenai Peninsula Base Camp. located?

This family-friendly Sterling holiday home is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Scout Lake State Recreation Site and Kenai River. Morgan's Landing State Recreation Area and Moose River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Erik and Jodi Painter

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Erik and Jodi Painter

Born and raised in Cooper Landing, Alaska, Erik helped his parents with Painter’s Packers, a horse packing business in the Chugach National Forest. In his teen years Erik worked for a local business eventually becoming a fishing guide on the Kenai River. By 1995, Erik was at work in the Prudhoe Bay oilfield.

Jodi lived in a few different states but found her home in Alaska. Growing up in Oregon as a young girl then moving to Pahrump, NV. as a teen, where she worked in the family restaurant for 7 years. In 1993 she moved to Cooper Landing Alaska.

Erik and Jodi married in 1996 moving from Cooper Landing to Sterling in 2000. This home in Sterling, where they raised 4 boys, became the center of many gatherings for family & friends sharing stories, laughter, delicious meals, and making memories.

After all the wonderful years spent in this home Erik & Jodi are ready to spend their summers back in Cooper Landing leaving this home available for you to enjoy.

Stop Wishin’ and Start Fishin’

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