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Lakefront home on beautiful Kenai Lake, private and peaceful.

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Living area
The living/dining room looks out on Kenai Lake.
Warm gas stove.
Living area
Deck viewed from screened porch, and lake just beyond.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Seward, AK
  • Kenai Lake
    12 min walk
  • Kenai River
    7 min drive
  • Primrose Trailhead
    9 min drive
  • Seward, AK (SWD)
    23 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

King

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

King Bathroom en suite

Shower only

Queen Bathroom across hall

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Lakefront home on beautiful Kenai Lake, private and peaceful.

A peaceful getaway ideal for 1 or 2 couples, the Edelweiss is in the Chugach National Forest, surrounded by acres of trees, with Kenai Lake just steps away! Perfectly situated for touring the area: 20 miles to Seward or 25 miles to Cooper Landing. Enjoy the screened-in porch, the deck, the lakeshore and the outdoor wood stove. A spacious living/dining room with mountain and lake views is warmed with a gas wood stove. Large well-appointed kitchen has a dishwasher and double ovens. King bedroom has en suite bath with walk-in shower. Queen bedroom has its bath and closet across the hall. Handmade soaps and Alaskan art pieces put this comfortable home on the Alaskan side of elegant! We look forward to meeting you! Details: the base rate is for 2 guests; your 3rd and 4th guests are an add'l $95 per person each, per night, so please enter the total number of guests. No other fees! 3-night minimum stay, adults only. No wifi.

Property manager

Mark & Dawn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Seward

Located in Seward, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chugach National Forest and Kenai River, while Seward Community Library & Museum and Chugach Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Alaska SeaLife Center and Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC. are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Seward, AK

What's nearby

  • Kenai River - 7 min drive
  • Seward Boat Harbor - 24 min drive
  • Seward Waterfront Park - 25 min drive
  • Kenai Fjords National Park - 35 min drive
  • Exit Glacier - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 104 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront home on beautiful Kenai Lake, private and peaceful. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront home on beautiful Kenai Lake, private and peaceful.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront home on beautiful Kenai Lake, private and peaceful.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront home on beautiful Kenai Lake, private and peaceful. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Seward holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Chugach National Forest and Kenai Lake. Ptarmigan Lake Trail and Kenai River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edelweiss house
Beautiful house, beautiful view of the lake!! Best VRBO ever!! Dawn and Mark have thought of everything. The best and cleanest we have ever stayed at!!! Would stay again in a heartbeat!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin on a beautiful lake
This cabin did not disappoint! We enjoyed everything about this cabin! We hiked around the cabin, panned for gold, and enjoyed the view of the lake! The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. The host was so kind and we took their advice when picking where to eat in Steward. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect!
In a gorgeous setting, with hiking trails and a home where the hostess has thought of everything to make you feel welcome. We were blessed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Beautiful
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. The view is spectacular. Very clean, comfortable and cozy. Dawn and Mark have thought of everything you will need and more! They made our stay so special. We wish we could have stayed longer. It was a perfect place to relax and enjoy family. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Leanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best. Hosts. Ever.
This was the best home that we've ever stayed at! We loved everything about it! Not only was the home perfect but the hosts were also the best. Dawn went above and beyond in providing lots of info and answering any questions that we had about the area. She also provided lots of info about activities that we were interested in as well. We've never had an experience with such thorough hosts. The little details that they put into making this stay wonderful didn't go unnoticed and was very much appreciated. The lake fronting the home is breathtaking! We also loved the screened in porch where we could be "outside" but still safe from mosquitoes. Loved the gas fireplace also...instant fire and warmth! The view from in the home was also beautiful. While part of our family went out to fish, the rest of us didn't feel like we were wasting any time while we relaxed back at the home and took in the beautiful views. The little details that Mark and Dawn put into our stay made it so special...a beautiful welcome basket, a selection of coffee, teas, and hot chocolate, scones that were freshly baked when we checked out, beautiful fresh flowers for us to enjoy, pans to go gold panning at the creek nearby, a great selection of books to choose to read next to the fireplace, cozy warm throw blankets that we could use on cold days, even a selection of different pillows for for everyone's different preferences! This place was perfect! Would recommend and stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin surrounded by nature.
Could not have had a better stay. The hosts were more than accommodating. We even saw a grizzly bear our second day there. The house is immaculate and the views from the window breathtaking. We had perfect weather, and it became perfect homebase for all the activities we wanted to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Capy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house with beautiful views
Dawn and Mark are absolutely amazing! They are such nice hosts. The house itself is very nice, a lot of detailed designs. The house is also super clean, all the towels, bed sheets are more clean than any hotels. The only thing that needs to be noted is there is no Wi-Fi and the phone signal is very bad. We actually enjoyed it however, for some people it might be a downside. Overall, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alaska adventure
Excellent house to get away! Beautiful scenery and nice friendly owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike W., Coon Rapids, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kenai Lake heaven
This property is so amazing. We showed up early evening and there were accent lights on throughout the home, so welcoming. A gift basket with snacks/wine. The homes pics dont do it justice, very clean, everything including windows were spotless inside and out which was amazing as the view to the lake was breath taking. And need to also mention how wonderful the mattress/pillows/towels were. Mark and Dawn definitely know how to pamper people. Hope to someday make it back as we would not consider staying anywhere else. Lovely folks, and the going away scones....to die for!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carina F., Rock Springs

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming, Comfortable & Amazing
Pictures dont due justice to the views. This is by far the cleanest, most peaceful place we have stayed. Thank you so much for offering your little slice of heaven!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of heaven
We stayed at Edelweiss house 4 days/3 nights and wish we could have stayed twice as long. The lake views and forest are like a postcard. The house was warm, inviting and the hosts had many special touches to make our stay absolutely perfect. This is a treasure!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom C., Boulder City, Nevada, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakefront Beauty near Seward
The cabin home is beautiful inside and out. Super clean and well maintained in every way. A great place to stay in a great location. From the cabin you see no neighbors and nothing but beauty. Quality quality quality -from towels to furnishings to include all your kitchen needs. The hosts, Mark and Dawn, provided a nicely stocked welcome basket, a great selection of coffees, and half n half! Really nice and thoughtful. Thank you! Mark and Dawn came over and introduced themselves and we had a nice conversation, that included the topic of a young brown bear that visited earlier in the day. If we were to ask for anything more - it would be that they add wifi capabilities. With a college student doing summer classes online and our business dealings -we missed the ease of timely and efficient communication. Resurrection Coffee House in Seward filled the need and was a nice hangout. Yes we want it all! Remote beauty and wifi 😆 oh well. We had a great stay and we would definitely look forward to another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga Y., Cupertino,CA,95014

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin by the lake
Cabin is beautiful, very clean, host is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

George S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Primrose, AL Lake House
The owners thought of everything! It was perfect for my husband and me along with our daughter and son- in-law. We hated to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H., Hampton, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly Extraordinary
It is hard to summarize the absolute charm of this amazing hidden oasis. The pictures are beautiful but the experience is even better. You will love the fairytale-like views of the back yard as you make your way through moss and driftwood to the lakeshore which is surrounded by stunning mountains. Even more amazing than the property itself are the owners. Mark and Dawn went out of their way to make our Alaskan experience everything we hoped for. Prior to our stay, they provided us with details about what to expect regarding travel, weather, hiking conditions, etc. They left us personalized notes and treats, and even continued to provide excellent suggestions and knowledge about our next destination, even after we had already left. I cannot recommend this experience enough. It truly added to the entire first time Alaskan experience for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our secluded cabin by the lake. It was perfect for us, and our honeymoon stay.
This is our second visit to Alaska and the Seward area. It was exactly what we wanted for our eloquent wedding/honeymoon stay. One of many stops along our trip. The house was exceptionally clean, well maintained, and the host were very attentive. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

terry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Million Dollar View
This was our last stop on a 2 week “land cruise “ of Alaska and Edelweiss did not disappoint. All the special touches ie. welcome basket, well stocked kitchen with a variety of Keurig coffee pods and creamer in the refrigerator, laundry detergent and makeup remover pads to name just a few. The home was clean and spacious and beds comfortable. Great location for easy access to nearby hiking trails and downtown Seward was a 20 minute drive away. Thank you Mark and Dawn
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G., New Jersey/US Virgin Islands St. John

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Hosts Mark and Dawn are the best we have ever had starting with our welcome basket, clean house and many amenities and caring touches that made our stay 5 plus stars. Views are spectacular, furnishings are comfortable and kitchen is perfect. We hsd a hard time leaving.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular Rental
This home was exceptional with beautiful views right out the back door. The owners Mark and Dawn are very welcoming and have thought of everything you could possibly need to make your stay comfortable. The home is the cleanest rental you will EVER stay in! We wanted to stay longer. It was nice to unplug and just enjoy peace.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Home was beautiful, comfortable, well equipped and had great views. Fabulous personal touches that made us so welcome!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! Every amenity we needed!
Very comfortable ! Beautiful setting and great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin on the Water
Our hosts were very helpful and welcoming. The cabin was beautiful and worked well for our family of four! Small touches were thoughtful and generous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy retreat
Owner has thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable... we loved our time here
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise on Lake Kenai
Perfect paradise for 2 couples. Beautiful house and grounds, lovely view inside and outside, warm and friendly owners nearby and convenient location to Seward south and Whittier/Girdwood area north.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark & Dawn

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Both Mark and Dawn grew up near Chicago, somewhere between farm fields, Lincoln historical sites, the Chicago Symphony, and Fermilab. Mark moved to this area of Alaska with his family almost 50 years ago, thrilled to leave the city behind. Mark's father emigrated to America from Switzerland as a young man (hence the Swiss connection and Edelweiss name) and ventured to Alaska in 1973 with his family to make it home. Mark and Dawn have been married for 35 years, and have two grown children who work with us in our printing/graphic design business. We thrive on enjoying boating and fishing, hiking, mushrooming, berry picking, hunting, 4-wheelers, snow machines, x-country skiing... as well as being lovers of local fare, a perfect cup of espresso, and sitting at evening fires by the lake!

Why they chose this property

You're within a few minutes of wonderful hiking trails: Victor Creek, Lost Lake, Vagt Lake, Grayling Lake, Johnson Pass, Ptarmigan Lake, to name a few. You're in the middle of all the great fishing grounds. You're surrounded by mountains and trees and amazing fresh air, birds, and the unique glacial blue color of Kenai Lake. You're on the road system, so can be in Anchorage in 2 hours, or in Seward in a 25-minute drive, or in Cooper Landing in a 25-minute drive. And you're on multiple acres of private, wooded forest where you can stroll on our own trails or sit in peace and quiet.

What makes this property unique

This property is historic, the original homestead of Alaska's first registered hunting guide, Andy Simons. There is a mountain nearby named after him. When the lake level is lower in the spring and fall, you can see the foundation of his cabin destroyed in the 1964 earthquake, and remnants of his home sometimes appear... we've found lots of "useless treasures" over the years!

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