Steelhead cabin @ Keystone Kozy
Cabin in Sterling, AK
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this cabin rental
Summary:
Steelhead Cabin @ Keystone Kozy is a wonderfully appointed cabin with close river access to the world famous Kenai River.
The Kenai River is the most popular sport fishing destination in Alaska. Each year there are two runs each of king salmon, coho salmon, sockeye salmon, plus a run of pink salmon every other year. The world record king salmon, which weighed about 44 kg (97 lb), was caught in the Kenai River in 1985. The Kenai is also the home of trophy size rainbow trout and Dolly Varden. Occasionally there will be reports of catching of "Steelhead"(Sea-run Trout). In recent years, the king salmon fishery has been closed or heavily restricted due to low returns of fish. The coho salmon runs occur in early August and early October. The September run is favored by local anglers due to the larger size of the silver salmon. The sockeye salmon runs are in late-June and mid-July-August. Sockeyes are considered the premier salmon for eating, canning, and smoking.
The Space:
Steelhead can sleep up to six people with 2 bedrooms each with a queen bed and queen sofa bed in living room. The cabin has one bathroom with a large well lit tile shower and an on demand hot water heater which means you never run out of hot water. A complete kitchen has a refrigerator, gas range, microwave and cooking utensils for your use. The loft has an over stuffed chair and great view of living space as well as outdoors, great for reading a book or relaxing. Large windows and a wrap around deck opens the living space up to the outdoors giving this cabin a sense of bringing the outdoors inside. A Smart TV is available with access to free movies and news as well you can login using your Netflix or other On-demand services for viewing your favorite programs. FISHING ACCESS: although this property does not offer any private river access, there are two public access locations close by, Moose Meadows public docks is about 1/2 mile up the road as well as a boat launch about 200 yards from the property.
Guest Access:
Property amenities include:
Boat launch nearby
Short walking distance to beautifully provisioned Moose Meadows public dock for viewing, fishing, and fish cleaning.
Freezers
Located at sister property, Keystone Retreat
Commercial fish packer-Extra charges apply
Ice
Card operating laundry
Private dock access at sister property NOT included
The Neighborhood:
This cabin is not located on the river, but there is a newly upgraded boat landing up river approximately 200 yards along with two public river accesses on Keystone Drive that are complete with walk ways and fish cleaning tables. The closest is Moose Meadows which is about a half mile away.
The city of Soldotna is just 5 miles up the road which includes a Fred Meyer store along with many other services both for the sportsman and general shopping supplies.
Getting Around:
While we presume you'll be driving to our destination there are all means of commercial transportation including a commercial airport in Kenai 25 miles away. There are several airplane operators that can bring you to more remote settings for bear watching, fishing, and site seeing.
Other Things to Note:
**Please be advised**
We are a no smoking / no vaping / no animal facility
Parties & Events allowed only with prior permission
Steelhead Cabin @ Keystone Kozy is a wonderfully appointed cabin with close river access to the world famous Kenai River.
The Kenai River is the most popular sport fishing destination in Alaska. Each year there are two runs each of king salmon, coho salmon, sockeye salmon, plus a run of pink salmon every other year. The world record king salmon, which weighed about 44 kg (97 lb), was caught in the Kenai River in 1985. The Kenai is also the home of trophy size rainbow trout and Dolly Varden. Occasionally there will be reports of catching of "Steelhead"(Sea-run Trout). In recent years, the king salmon fishery has been closed or heavily restricted due to low returns of fish. The coho salmon runs occur in early August and early October. The September run is favored by local anglers due to the larger size of the silver salmon. The sockeye salmon runs are in late-June and mid-July-August. Sockeyes are considered the premier salmon for eating, canning, and smoking.
The Space:
Steelhead can sleep up to six people with 2 bedrooms each with a queen bed and queen sofa bed in living room. The cabin has one bathroom with a large well lit tile shower and an on demand hot water heater which means you never run out of hot water. A complete kitchen has a refrigerator, gas range, microwave and cooking utensils for your use. The loft has an over stuffed chair and great view of living space as well as outdoors, great for reading a book or relaxing. Large windows and a wrap around deck opens the living space up to the outdoors giving this cabin a sense of bringing the outdoors inside. A Smart TV is available with access to free movies and news as well you can login using your Netflix or other On-demand services for viewing your favorite programs. FISHING ACCESS: although this property does not offer any private river access, there are two public access locations close by, Moose Meadows public docks is about 1/2 mile up the road as well as a boat launch about 200 yards from the property.
Guest Access:
Property amenities include:
Boat launch nearby
Short walking distance to beautifully provisioned Moose Meadows public dock for viewing, fishing, and fish cleaning.
Freezers
Located at sister property, Keystone Retreat
Commercial fish packer-Extra charges apply
Ice
Card operating laundry
Private dock access at sister property NOT included
The Neighborhood:
This cabin is not located on the river, but there is a newly upgraded boat landing up river approximately 200 yards along with two public river accesses on Keystone Drive that are complete with walk ways and fish cleaning tables. The closest is Moose Meadows which is about a half mile away.
The city of Soldotna is just 5 miles up the road which includes a Fred Meyer store along with many other services both for the sportsman and general shopping supplies.
Getting Around:
While we presume you'll be driving to our destination there are all means of commercial transportation including a commercial airport in Kenai 25 miles away. There are several airplane operators that can bring you to more remote settings for bear watching, fishing, and site seeing.
Other Things to Note:
**Please be advised**
We are a no smoking / no vaping / no animal facility
Parties & Events allowed only with prior permission
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Sterling, AK
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Reviews
5.0
The stay at the cabin was amazing, pictures were accurate, very clean and easy to find location!
Would definitely stay again
5.0
Great modern place, perfect for families, great grass area to play sports, right across from the Keystone Boat Launch!
4.0
Overall we had a great stay. The cabin was clean and the complimentary snacks were a nice touch. The guest wifi worked fine for our phones but wouldn't let us connect or switch because it uses a webpage for verification. The cabin was slightly smaller than it looked in the pictures but it was plenty of space for 2 people.
5.0
My sons and I absolutely loved our stay at Keystone Kozy. We stayed in the Steelhead cabin which is one of many. The cabin was clean, comfortable and stocked with coffee and goodies. There were freezers to store our daily catch. We will definitely book this place on our next trip!
5.0
Host was amazing! The stay was perfect! We would definitely stay here again! I recommend booking with Kozy kabins.
5.0
Beautiful rental. Clean, Quiet.
5.0
Excellent location in Soldotna, near river access and grocery, restaurant options. Cabins are new, beautifully designed and appointed. Very comfortable and inviting. Great common space with fireplace and wood, barbecues and picnic tables. Host communications outstanding. Will come again with friends and family.
5.0
Nice place peaceful.
5.0
A wonderful cabin tucked away, yet just miles from conveniences. It was perfect for having some family downtime. Sandi was a wonderful and super accommodating host. Thank you Sandi for working with us during the crazy Alaska weather!
5.0
For a recent work trip, we decided to try out a local VRBO instead of staying in a hotel, and it was the best decision. From the moment the reservation was made, communication with the contact was prompt, clear, and understandable. Questions were answered quickly, and they were so nice! The physical location of the cabins was just far enough off the beaten path to enjoy quiet, while still within a few miles of food, shopping, and entertainment. The cabin itself was clean and beautiful with all kinds of added touches to make anyone feel welcome (including snacks!). Although the space is smaller because it is a cabin, the height of the ceilings and large windows throughout gave you a sense of wide-open spaces and roominess. Anywhere you sit within the space allows for a stunning view of the surrounding woods and wildlife. We did not get a chance to enjoy the additional amenities offered, because it was a quick business trip; however, we agreed this would not be the last time we stay at the Keystone Kozy Cabins! Would hands down recommend this to anyone.
5.0
The property and owner were both top notch!
5.0
Great home, great host
We had a great time at the Steelhead Cabin in Soldotna. It was very nice and new, and the host was very accommodating, even down to providing snacks and nice shower products. I highly recommend this location if you’re in Soldotna!
5.0
Alaska Vacation stay
Very nice and clean
5.0
Enjoyable stay
My husband and I, along with another couple, stayed 3 nights in July 2021. We chose this property because of its location to the Kenai river and because of its ice house. Everyone liked the location because you can walk to the river and it's near the end of the road so it was very quiet.
The initial cabin picture that shows when you're looking at places is not the cabin we stayed in (not a problem as they all have a similar look). All the inside pictures are correct. There are a few other cabins on site and across the road that can be rented out. My husband was told if you rent a cabin on the side of the road with the ice house/laundry, then you can fish directly from the property.
Everyone had pleasant interactions with the owners and when we had a change in plans for our next stop, Homer, Sandi said she could get us into a different unit if we needed another night, but it wasn't needed. Overall, we enjoyed our stay. It was a clean, comfortable, cozy cabin for the four of us.
Tips: The laundry machines take credit cards - $5 wash, $5 dry. There was no detergent available for purchase during our stay, so bring your own. The shower had an Esa brand dispenser for shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in case you don't want to pack your own.
5.0
Fishing trip
Great cabin for 2 dads and 2 boys for a fishing trip. Owner's son Nick was great. They brought us some firewood and kindling for a fire pit at the cabin.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Sterling?
The average price for a rental in Sterling is $289 per night. This rental is $2 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Steelhead cabin @ Keystone Kozy. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Steelhead cabin @ Keystone Kozy pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Steelhead cabin @ Keystone Kozy?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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