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The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Outdoor dining
Across the river from Kenai Princess Lodge, this property offers serene riverside living with 130 feet of low bank river frontage and additional wade access. Unwind by fishing for trophy Rainbow Trout or exploring the surrounding trails on foot or horseback.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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 Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing

This property is located across the river from the Kenai Princess Lodge at the beginning of the Upper River Rapids. There is about 130 feet of low bank river frontage and an additional 700 feet of wade access under normal water conditions. This property can be rented with the neighboring River House upstream (VRBO #252577).

The Kenai River is open for fishing between June 11th and May 1st. The ADF&G website is a great source of information on the latest fishing regulations.

Keywords: Fly fishing, Trophy Rainbow Trout, Sockeye Salmon, Coho Salmon, Photography, hiking, horse back riding,

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,235 square feet

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bear Den Private 1 Acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home House
Bear Den Private 1 Acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home
Bear Den Private 1 Acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home House
Bear Den Private 1 Acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home House
Bear Den Private 1 Acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home

About the neighborhood

Located in Cooper Landing, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Cooper Landing Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Russian River Campground and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cooper Landing, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai River - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cooper Landing Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC. - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Russian River - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Russian River Campground - 10 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Inn & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gwin's Lodge and Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Brothers Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rafter’s Lounge - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Chugach National Forest and Kenai River. Cooper Landing Museum and Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC. are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kirk T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for an amazing fishing trip on the Kenai!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily Willenborg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CLEAN ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL VIEWS
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location and an outstanding property manager. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bear Den was just as advertised! The property was clean and comfortable and close to several good restaurants. The river view is amazing and we saw an eagle from the deck! We enjoyed a rafting trip down the river and saw many eagles and a moose with her baby. The property is an easy and beautiful drive to Seward where we went on a whale watching tour and a sled dog exhibition. Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken m.

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

kenai views

Wonderful place. Central location, easy access to fishing.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Great place on the river!

Perfect location for fishing, spacious living area, perfect for our family get together. The owners were extremely communicative and helpful, which we greatly appreciated traveling with a young baby. If we need a place to stay out here again, we know where to go!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Incredible location and experience

The cabin exceeded our expectations in every way. The communication with the owners was outstanding. I have stayed at many rentals in Cooper Landing and this is by far my favorite.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanky s.

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

Great host and property

Amazing property. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shantel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful yard for the kids to play. The river and mountains look exactly like the pictures!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Beautiful river view!

We loved this property with the stunning view of the Kenai River and we wish we would have booked a longer stay! The house was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed! The hosts were very responsive and accomodating! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

james z.

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

Good location for fishing Kenai peninsula

Nice lawn down to Kenai River. House was clean. Good location for fishing Kenai peninsula.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Incredible!

Traveled to this area five times, and I must say this has been our favorite property! We only stayed three nights, but wish we had booked much longer. So comfortable and the view is absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Cooper Landing Adventure

Spent a week in this amazing location on the Kenai River. Beautiful clean property with incredible views of the river and lots of wildlife. Used this as base camp for our Kenai adventures and would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary b.

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

Bear Den /Alaska

The house was great for myself and 3 sons-Great location with beautiful view of the river. Communication with Ryan and Robin was very easy and helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

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

Family & Friends Gathering

Touring the Kenai Peninsula with family & friends who are visiting for the first time. Enjoying every moment so far!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine C.

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

Beautiful river setting - Peaceful

Bear Den is a beautiful river house with a large grass lawn leading to the river. Beautiful views. LOVED sitting by the fire pit each evening. Private but close to the center of Cooper Landing. Very comfortable inside & well appointed kitchen. Our favorite place to stay on our AK Trip. Highly recommend this.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

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

FABULOUS!

This property is awesome! The location couldn’t be better. Right on the river and every day we wAtched a family of eagles along the river. The house is well stocked and comfortable for 4 adults. Can’t wait to come back. The owners were really responsive. Thanks for an awesome time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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

That view!!!

We loved our stay at the Bear Den! We spent most of our time on the patio watching the local wildlife, a beaver dragging branches upstream, salmon jumping and eagles soaring above and perched nightly across the river. The view was extraordinary so we dined on the patio every meal. The kitchen is pretty well stocked but was missing a few items such as a vegetable peeler and casserole dishes for heating food.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

james p.

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

Lovely

Really enjoyed staying here, right on the river. Quick access to everything local. Quiet and comfortable. Firepit is great gathering spot. I was warned about the internet and it is a definite weakness to this location, which is probably an issue anywhere not in a big city. I wonder what the starlink availability is here, as that would definitely be an upgrade if doable. Other than that no complaints.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRUCE S.

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

Beautiful Property!

We had an awesome stay at The Bear Den. This was our second time and hope to stay again in the future. The house, property and view are awesome! The fishing was pretty good too. Communication with the owners has always been excellent. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

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

Beautiful location!

Property was as advertised. Everything in working order and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

The Bear Den is a magical home!

The minute you drive up to the house you are overwhelmed by the river view that this house has. The house was plenty big and had everything we needed. Watching the bald eagles and ducks and fisherman floating by was so entertaining.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful and well maintained property with gorgeous views from the porch of the Kenai river and surrounding mountains. Was the perfect central spot for exploring the Kenai Peninsula on our Alaskan vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

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

Perfect

This was the perfect location for exploring the Kenai peninsula. The house was just as advertised. Met our needs perfectly. The owners provided excellent directions to the house which we are very grateful for as we arrived well after midnight in pouring rain. Very happy that we picked this location for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet V., Tickfaw, LA

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

Fantastic home and location

This is the first time we’ve stayed in Cooper Landing but won’t be the last. This view is spectacular! Loved sitting by the fire next to the Kenai River every night. The kitchen is well stocked. Bring your binoculars to watch the eagles and mountain goats. The owners, Ryan and Robin are very responsive if you need anything. Definitely recommend and will return!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

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