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Beach and Ocean View • Family Friendly • Mouth of the Kenai River
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 16
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Kenai, AK
- Kenai Beach7 min walk
- Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center8 min walk
- Challenger Learning Center5 min drive
- Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)4 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Loft
4 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Up stairs bathroom in Master bedroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beach and Ocean View • Family Friendly • Mouth of the Kenai River
An original home built in Old Town Kenai, Jetty Petersen's historic hand-hewn log home with dovetailed corners was built in 1940 and is on the Alaska historical registry.
With an original exterior and completely remodeled interior, this home has spectacular and unobstructed views. Views of the world-famous Kenai River, the Pacific Ocean’s Cook Inlet beach, and the active volcano, Mount Redoubt, can all be seen from the four large picture windows of the living area. Eagles, beluga whales, and seals as well as the many fishing fleets are a few sites seen from this charming beach home. This is a great place for dip-netting season; view the fishing taking place from the comfort of home, or take a short walk down to the mouth of the river and be in the center of it all.
Historical Old Town is a walk back in time. The Kenai Visitors Natural History Museum, open-air Saturday Market, and many places to eat are all within walking distance.
Soldotna, AK is 10 miles
Homer, AK is 80 miles
Seward, AK is 100 miles
Beach Home:
2017 remodeled 1800 sq ft home located in Old Town Kenai.
Seated 25 feet from the bluff with a 180° view of the Cook Inlet’s beach and mouth of the Kenai River.
Perfect for Dip-netting season fishers or for those who simply enjoy strolls on the beach and beautiful scenery.
3 Bedrooms and a Loft room (altogether sleeps 10 adults comfortably in beds; we do not charge extra for those willing to sleep on pull out beds, recliners and such). Playpen and Bassinet provided for children if needed.
Master Suite is on 2nd floor
TV in each bedroom
2 full Bathrooms
Large Kitchen (fully-equipped)
Living Area with TV
2 reclining couches
2 reclining chairs (one is an electric-lift chair)
Dining Area (table seats 6)
Counter height bar (seats 5)
Breakfast table (seats 4)
Small children's table (seats 4 toddlers)
Wheelchair accessible home (although the bathtub is not, bath chair can be provided)
WIFI provided
Fish filleting table and tray provided for outside use
Chest Freezer
Deep-fryer in kitchen
Grill located outside
Washer and Dryer
Fire pit for Summer use (may be covered in snow in winter time), wood is not provided
Notes for the Fishermen and Fisherwomen:
Fish carcasses are to be disposed of in the water at the beach. Once processing your catch, this must not be done inside the home; processing is to be done outside the home only. A fish-cutting table, fish tray, and running water (located outside) is provided for processing. Fish may be brought inside only for use of the chest freezer or cooking.
Indication that the processing of fish has taken place inside the home may put your deposit at risk.
With an original exterior and completely remodeled interior, this home has spectacular and unobstructed views. Views of the world-famous Kenai River, the Pacific Ocean’s Cook Inlet beach, and the active volcano, Mount Redoubt, can all be seen from the four large picture windows of the living area. Eagles, beluga whales, and seals as well as the many fishing fleets are a few sites seen from this charming beach home. This is a great place for dip-netting season; view the fishing taking place from the comfort of home, or take a short walk down to the mouth of the river and be in the center of it all.
Historical Old Town is a walk back in time. The Kenai Visitors Natural History Museum, open-air Saturday Market, and many places to eat are all within walking distance.
Soldotna, AK is 10 miles
Homer, AK is 80 miles
Seward, AK is 100 miles
Beach Home:
2017 remodeled 1800 sq ft home located in Old Town Kenai.
Seated 25 feet from the bluff with a 180° view of the Cook Inlet’s beach and mouth of the Kenai River.
Perfect for Dip-netting season fishers or for those who simply enjoy strolls on the beach and beautiful scenery.
3 Bedrooms and a Loft room (altogether sleeps 10 adults comfortably in beds; we do not charge extra for those willing to sleep on pull out beds, recliners and such). Playpen and Bassinet provided for children if needed.
Master Suite is on 2nd floor
TV in each bedroom
2 full Bathrooms
Large Kitchen (fully-equipped)
Living Area with TV
2 reclining couches
2 reclining chairs (one is an electric-lift chair)
Dining Area (table seats 6)
Counter height bar (seats 5)
Breakfast table (seats 4)
Small children's table (seats 4 toddlers)
Wheelchair accessible home (although the bathtub is not, bath chair can be provided)
WIFI provided
Fish filleting table and tray provided for outside use
Chest Freezer
Deep-fryer in kitchen
Grill located outside
Washer and Dryer
Fire pit for Summer use (may be covered in snow in winter time), wood is not provided
Notes for the Fishermen and Fisherwomen:
Fish carcasses are to be disposed of in the water at the beach. Once processing your catch, this must not be done inside the home; processing is to be done outside the home only. A fish-cutting table, fish tray, and running water (located outside) is provided for processing. Fish may be brought inside only for use of the chest freezer or cooking.
Indication that the processing of fish has taken place inside the home may put your deposit at risk.
Property manager
Amanda Wisniewski, Manager
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Let us know if we can help provide specific items
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
This will put your damage deposit at risk.
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
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Kenai
Located in Kenai, this holiday home is near the beach. Cunningham Park and Kenai River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jumping Junction and Soldotna Creek Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Kenai, AK
What's nearby
- Kenai Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Kenai Municipal Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Challenger Learning Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
- Kenai River Flats - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Paradisos Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Subway - 5 min drive
- Playa-Azul Mexican Restaurant
- Arby's - 3 min drive
- Veronica's Old Town Cafe - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
21 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Evan P.
11 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Evan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom F.
14 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tom F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ashley N.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with a great kitchen
Ashley N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brook V.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect location is n Kenai
Brook V.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eric M.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eric M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kai S.
12 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot on the bluff
Kai S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Clare T.
21 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and well appointed
Clare T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
12 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Houston Volleyball
Jennifer H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leisha S.
25 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Beach House!
Leisha S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Liz H.
19 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with great view
Liz H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Geri L.
16 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Spot
Geri L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brittany A.
30 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Views
Brittany A.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jessica G.
4 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and excellent communication’s
Jessica G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
ARIEL S.
2 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect family getaway
ARIEL S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claire M.
10 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing family opportunity
Claire M.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Frances O., Saint Francisville
27 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming house, spectacular views
Frances O.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vadim M.
4 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful home and we loved it!
Vadim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kirsten H.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family get away !
Kirsten H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bryan G.
14 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommended
Bryan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Daisy D.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oh the view
Daisy D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debbie M.
12 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alaska Vacation
Debbie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer O.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home!
Jennifer O.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
20 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice property
Jason L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Evan P.
11 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property and Amazing Experience!
Evan P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Amanda Wisniewski, Manager

Written by Tim Wisniewski (owner):
We’ve lived in Kenai for 40 years and call this home. We’ve raised our four children here and are very fortunate that they all still live in Alaska. We’ve had the good fortune to be able to start and grow our businesses here, which we still run today. My wife and I met here in Kenai, AK, and have been married 36 years; we've never entertained the idea of moving anywhere else. We enjoy everything that Alaska has to offer and are totally acclimated to our simple, slower-pace life which doesn't include traffic jams.
We’ve lived in Kenai for 40 years and call this home. We’ve raised our four children here and are very fortunate that they all still live in Alaska. We’ve had the good fortune to be able to start and grow our businesses here, which we still run today. My wife and I met here in Kenai, AK, and have been married 36 years; we've never entertained the idea of moving anywhere else. We enjoy everything that Alaska has to offer and are totally acclimated to our simple, slower-pace life which doesn't include traffic jams.
Why they chose this property
We have witnessed much growth in Kenai, but unfortunately some of the history is slowly disappearing. When we found out that the Petersen home (original builder) was for sale, we became more interested, hoping to preserve it’s history. Our offer was accepted and the real work began trying to restore this beautiful building. We are most proud of what’s come to be and only hope that you come to enjoy it as well.
What makes this property unique
This home depicts the true pioneer spirit of what people had done before any modern infrastructure appeared in Alaska. Take a good look at the hand-hewn, dovetail logs and ask yourself if this was even possible with no motorized tools.
The house sits on one of the most beautiful, unobstructed views in Downtown Old Kenai, not to mention that it's the best location for dip netting in July. Needless to say, you'll be impressed.
The house sits on one of the most beautiful, unobstructed views in Downtown Old Kenai, not to mention that it's the best location for dip netting in July. Needless to say, you'll be impressed.
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