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

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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

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$975
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June

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About this property

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 transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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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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

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
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
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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Cooper Landing, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC. is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Russian River Campground and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Cooper Landing travel guide
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Map
Cooper Landing, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai River
    Kenai River
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Russian River
    Russian River
    7 min drive - 10.5 km
  • camp
    Russian River Campground
    18 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Cooper Landing Museum
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC.
    3 min drive - 3.0 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
  • Rafter’s Lounge
    7 min drive
  • Blue Yeti
    7 min drive
  • Meghans Coffee Shop
    15 min walk

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing on 1 Jun 2026 start from NZ$975, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Bear Den - Private 1 acre Upper Kenai Riverfront Home - Cooper Landing?

On-site parking is available at the 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?

Checkout 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 holiday home is steps away from Chugach National Forest and Kenai River. Cooper Landing Museum and Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC. are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
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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
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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
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Exceeded expectations

The property is beautiful. The Kenai River is a color I've never seen before. The cabin is very comfortable and clean with plenty of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and location were perfect. The place was clean, well stocked with everything we need to do some cooking. Owner was very quick to respond to any questions. I would 100% go back and stay here again. The only thing I would have liked would be if the bed in the back bedroom was more comfortable, but I am spoiled with a good mattress at home and do tend to have a hard time sleeping comfortably anywhere we go so it might not seem that bad to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations, view, and location in Cooper Landing were excellent.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

July visit

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bear Den. The house was great and location was so peaceful by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures, especially of the proximitybeauty of the river, don’t do it justice. It had everything we needed and comfy beds too! What a beautiful, relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily Willenborg

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

10/10 Excellent

Slade O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property exceeded all expectations. Wouldn't stay anywhere else on the River...except maybe the property next door (same owners).
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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