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Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10225 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Kenai, AK
  • Place, Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Leif Hansen Memorial Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenai Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Kenai

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Kenai awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Kenai Historical Society and Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a TV are also available. .This beach holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Kenai holiday home include Meeks Trailhead and Leif Hansen Memorial Park.
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What's nearby

  • Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Meeks Trailhead - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leif Hansen Memorial Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kenai Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Kenai Municipal Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Playa-Azul Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Flats Bistro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Paradisos Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 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.

Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views

Kenai Bluff House is located in downtown historic Kenai. The house was built in 1935, and bought by my grandparents in 1947. My dad was raised in this house! Of course, the house has been remodeled and has all the modern conveniences, but has a wonderful and rich family history. The home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, a fully stocked kitchen and plenty of room for your whole family.

The property has a large lawn and outdoor furniture for enjoying the stunning view of Cook Inlet. You can watch the fishing boats come and go with the tide. Eagles often land right on the lawn as they are out cruising for their next ocean meal.

Kenai is a small town and the “downtown” is quaint and quiet. The home is located at the end of a residential street. It is located next door to Erik Hansen Scout Park, a small community park and contains a bronze statue of a Boy Scout overlooking the Cook Inlet. Interpretive displays point out many physical features of the landscape and a memorial plaque is attached to the base of the statue. Park includes few trees, some shrubs, two flower gardens, and a gravel walkway leading to the bluff’s edge. This is a great area just to sit, relax and enjoy the extensive views over the lower Cook Inlet, tidal lands, and mouth of the Kenai River.

We are located within walking distance of the historical Russian Orthodox Church and Kenai Visitor and Convention Center which has a historical walking tour available within this area. This property is on the walking tour, as The Showalter House (#10) !!

There are several nice places to eat where you can walk as well.

Reasonable rates per night for four people. No separate cleaning fee. However, guests must not leave fish remains on property. Cleaning fee applies if fish remains are left on property.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,424 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Old Town Kenai Bluff House Breathtaking Views
Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views Kenai

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views?

Yep, Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views is a short 15-minute walk from Kenai Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views?

No, Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views?

No, pets are not allowed.

Old Town Kenai Bluff House, Breathtaking Views Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 59 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cory W.

Liked: Cleanliness

No Internet

We enjoyed the house and view. It was absolutely fantastic! The kitchen did lack a few supplies as far as pots and pans, and the Internet did not work for the entirety of the trip…… But who needs that when you’re in Alaska!! Very accessible to salmon, fishing and other attractions.Other than that, it’s an absolute gorgeous place and would highly suggest staying at this property!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is so great that I have trouble recommending it because I have to reserve it more than a year in advance.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Tripp on the key now

Everything went perfect for our trip looking forward to doing it again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views, great neighborhood

All was good, especially the views and the neighborhood. There is a cute coffee house nearby, a couple of neighborhood bars and a burger bus! The kitchen lacked a few things, but we were out so much it ended up not being a big deal. The house could use a little warmth, but price was right, location was great and the host was easy to work with!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Liz P., Alaska

Gorgeous location! Truly the most beautiful views of anywhere we’ve ever stayed. It’s also huge, which was great. Plenty of space for a big group. The house is old (it’s historic, but it also just feels old— creaky, tired furniture, no screens on windows, etc.), and it could’ve been cleaner. The upstairs shower had a leak, but the owners were prompt in responding about this issue and refunded part of the cost. Kenai is a beautiful little town. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy house with great views. Clothes washer did not work upon arrival, was told one was ordered.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Old Town

We fish the Kenai every year and usually camp or spend 2 nights in a hotel. This year we had family visiting from out of state. We planned 2 different fishing trips so needed to stay for 5 days. A house was the perfect solution. The location was perfect with a great view of the mouth of the river and the inlet. My husband spent several hours on the bluff watching dip netters and boats coming and going. We walked around the neighborhood and enjoyed the historic buildings. The house was well equipped and comfortable. We will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay I., Rancho Cordova CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

kenai cliff house

Beautiful property with awesome Kenai River mouth and Cook Inlet views. Eagles soar over yard and often land. Loved everything about this historic 1935 built home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Times

We had an awsome Trip
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT!

This is an amazing property with the beach overview and the firepit to enjoy the midnight skies, trail is a little ways off to the beach for dipnetting
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jody G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graves Family

Wonderful location. House is tired. Kitchen contents limited. Needs a few more chairs. Need grab bar in showers. Loved the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Justine H.

Kenai bluff

Great location and the view is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach house

Nice view of the bay. House could use some TLC, but it is an old house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine H., Midland, Texas, USA

Beautiful View

Love the view, right on the bluff, overlooking the mouth of the Kenai River and ocean; plus mountains! Property is old, but very roomy and nice set up; it does need some minor maintenance, and it was sometimes difficult to get a response from owners when we had questions. Overall, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sandy D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Ak Adventure with daughter and grands

Great location and plenty of room. Not nasty dirty but not as clean as it should be. We saw in guest book a baseball team eating three meals a day was here before us but some of the dirt was before them. I would stay again for location and split bedrooms were good for separating kids and us old folks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness

One week stay

It was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend

We were in town for my dad's 95th birthday and my brothers nd sisters enjoyed the property. The bluff views were amazing. We managed to get the only sunny weekend in a couple month run.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T., Northfield

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Trip

Great house for 3 families (8 of us) to stay in. Space for every one to have their own space! Loved having a view of the water, the teens loved venturing down the road for beach access and checking the beaches for sea creatures during low tide. We had eagles fly by all the time and even have a couple stop in the yard. Thanks for sharing your house with us!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Kenai Baseball Stay

Best hosts for VRBO! Amazing views, great walking distance to everything and a beautiful home. LOVED the history this house has and the owners that shared it's journey.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great base for our activities in Kenai

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Mike N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing with Friends

This place was great. Not right on the shoreline like the pictures indicate, but really enjoyable. We had fires in the back yard fire pit and eagles land feet from us and what a great time. Highly recommend to stay here. Personally plan on another stay here. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Collette F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Views

The house had beautiful views and was spacious. It is an older home that could use some TLC though to make it truly exceptional. The kitchen was rather hit and miss on dishes. We also had some issues with the wifi but the owners were helpful getting it fixed when they were contacted. Overall I would recommend the location but some extra effort in the house would really make it Great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mat-Su Miner trip

Beautiful view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Katherine H., Midland, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views!

This property is in a fantastic location, with the best views ever! The house is old but large and great for families or large groups. The kitchen is large but could use more consistency with dishes. The house does need some minor maintenance, and small fixes that would go a long way. We had a great time and really enjoyed the large yard, fire pit and especially the views.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob M., Connell, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time In Alaska

We have stayed at the Bluff House several times. It is central for all of our activities (fishing). The views from the property are stunning. Jennifer and Jason more than met all of our requests during the stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021