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Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Dryer

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Explore the area

Soldotna, AK

Soldotna Creek Park8 min drive
Centennial Park11 min drive
Kenai Peninsula College Fishing Academy17 min drive
Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal)24 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Met our needs well. Excellent communication and attention from owner.

Rikke M.

Dec 29, 2023

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

LOVELY SECLUDED STUDIO - Two miles from Soldotna!

Bear Paw Studio Retreat is located on a beautifully secluded 20 acre private forest, with only a two mile drive to Soldotna boasting an array of coffee shops, grocery and specialty shops and restaurants. Bear Paw is located in the lower level of our home, has a private entrance, designated parking and plenty of parking for tenant boats or extra vehicles. With king and queen beds in the sleeping area, Bear Paw Studio comfortably accommodates two to four guests. Bear Paw Studio is equipped with modern kitchen appliances and lovely Alaskan decor. Complete with a very large bear hide covering an entire wall! Black out window coverings provide sufficient darkness during our bright summer months allowing our guests to get a good night's sleep. There is a large freezer exclusively for guest use, which is particularly useful during fishing season. Fish cleaning, however, is prohibited on the premises, due to potential attraction of bears. During the summer months, Bear Paw is a perfect fisherman’s retreat. In winter, when snow is abundant, we maintain several cross country ski trails and have a fabulous sledding hill for those who desire snowy adventures. Bear Paw has something for everyone traveling to the Kenai or Soldotna area.
Contact Jackie with any questions or for more information!

Property manager

Jackie Kempf

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Barbecue grill

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before noon

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed anywhere on 20 acre property.

I do not require a security deposit, nor do I require that visitors purchase rental insurance. I expect that you will kindly respect our lovely space and will pay for damages that occur during your stay. :)

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

Soldotna

This apartment is located in Soldotna. Kenai River and Kenai National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Soldotna Creek Park and Jumping Junction. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Soldotna, AK

What's nearby

Soldotna Creek Park - 8 min drive
Soldotna Homestead Museum - 10 min drive
Soldotna Regional Sports Complex - 11 min drive
Centennial Park - 11 min drive
Kenai Peninsula College Fishing Academy - 17 min drive

Getting around

Kenai, AK (ENA-Kenai Municipal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Amore Mocha - ‬15 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
‪St Elias Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
‪Odie's Deli - ‬8 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LOVELY SECLUDED STUDIO - Two miles from Soldotna! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LOVELY SECLUDED STUDIO - Two miles from Soldotna! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOVELY SECLUDED STUDIO - Two miles from Soldotna! ?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is LOVELY SECLUDED STUDIO - Two miles from Soldotna! located?

Located in Soldotna, this family-friendly apartment building is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Birch Ridge Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Soldotna Creek Park and Centennial Park. Soldotna Homestead Museum and Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jennie W.

14 May 2024

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

Cozy Stay!

Great cozy apartment. Kitchen and bathroom had all the amenities and everything was easy to find. Perfect for our stay in Soldotna!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rikke M.

29 Dec 2023

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

As advertised

Met our needs well. Excellent communication and attention from owner.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra L.

10 July 2023

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

Such a lovely place

This property is an efficiency apartment on the ground floor of a lovely home. The owners are right upstairs and completely available to answer questions and assist with problems. In addition to the apartment, there are 29 acres of property, and I loved wandering around in the quiet and beauty. I would go there again anytime. Love. Love. Love!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron J.

7 June 2023

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

Thumbs up

Excellent place to stay, a great home away from home. Quiet and peaceful. Full kitchen allowed us to cook many of our meals. Host was so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

12 June 2022

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

Wonderful experience

This property had everything we needed and more!! Jackie was so easy to reach and was very accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cherry T.

29 Sept 2021

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

Perfect Jumping Off Spot

This VRBO was everything we needed for our short stay in Alaska. The full kitchen setup and multiple bed options were great for us fixing meals, snacks and coffee times. The wooded setting at the end of the road provided peace, quiet and a couple of encounters with local wildlife. Our hosts were friendly, helpful and fun to talk with. We can hardly wait to come again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenn V.

1 Sept 2021

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

Fantastic Stay

The property was excellent! Jackie and Jason were so kind and helpful. Answered all my questions. We’re so knowledgeable on fishing and the local area. Freezer was perfect. Their son helped us with the catch. The property was immaculate! Wonderful modern kitchen. Comfortable beds. Jackie and Jason couldn’t do enough for us. We made new friends! Were were blessed to find this property!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

radean p.

20 Aug 2021

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

Soldotna

Enjoyed our stay in basement studio. Very comfortable with nice kitchen. Reasonable price and would highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

gary f.

7 Aug 2021

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

Perfect place

The owners were great, the place was perfect for all our needs. We hope to come back over and over. We love alaska.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

30 July 2021

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

Great place, great hosts.

Clean, comfortable, close to Soldotna and the hosts were exceptionally nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

16 July 2021

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

Amazing! Attention to detail is on point ! Jackie checks in before you arrive and during your stay

Fantastic! 5 stars is not enough!! Highly recommend staying here !

10/10 Excellent

Praveen R.

1 July 2021

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

Awesome Hosting

Great place , great accommodation - perfect place for our 3 day travel around the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

23 June 2021

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

awesome property

Wonderful, great location, clean,comfy. Jackie was a great hostess!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

16 June 2021

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

Amazing

This is a gem! Jackie was amazing and super helpful. Her communication was awesome and very personable. She was also able to give local recommendations and great hospitality. Having a freezer at the location helped tremendously get the fish ready for travel. Jackie goes out of her way to help in anyway possible.

10/10 Excellent

james B., Fort worth

10 Oct 2020

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

was the best, very nice people very helpful i cant wait to go back

made you feel so welcome and at home

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy J.

10 Sept 2020

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

Excellent Stay

Very good location: quiet and out of the way yet minutes from town. Host is extremely easy to communicate with. Check in and out process was very smooth. Accommodations are great with a very nice kitchenand comfy beds. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chafen D.

28 July 2020

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

Southern Hospitality in Alaska

Jackie and Jayson could not be more gracious or hospitable hosts! They helped arrange fish processing, offered a cooler, discussed the local eateries/breweries, etc. They are terrific individuals, and I'm confident they will do everything in their power to make your stay enjoyable. As for the accommodations, exactly what 4 grown men on a fishing trip were seeking. Clean, cozy, off the beaten path but less than 5 minutes to town, freezer for fish, fully-stocked kitchen, shower/tub combo, etc. You won't be disappointed!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jordana N.

8 July 2020

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

Great Place to Stay

Jackie and Jayson went above and beyond to make sure our stay was a wonderful experience. We were contacted prior to our arrival to see if there was anything we needed in particular that they could provide for us, which was extremely thoughtful. The property was very clean and well laid out and it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Jackie and Jayson made the stay so nice with their hospitality and were very welcoming. We highly recommend this place and plan to stay here again next time we are in the area. Thank you again Jackie and Jayson!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

nicholas f.

20 Jan 2020

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

It’s a Gem! Super clean!

This was the perfect place to stay for our family. Everything was so clean and very comfortable . We had looked at several places in the Kenai Soldotna area and I’m glad we found this one. Owners had very good communication with us though our stay and even had fresh bread sitting on the table for us.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R., Salt Lake City

5 Sept 2019

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

One of the best

I use VRBO a lot, all over the country. I travel for work more than I care to admit. This trip was a vacation and the last thing I wanted was a headache and Jackie came through with flying colors. Her friendly and helpful communication was perfect, her hospitality (even stocking a few treats in the room according to our preferences) was unrivaled in my experience. The beds were comfortable, the room was clean, there was virtually no noise (which is nice when you're waking up at 3am to catch the tide for some salmon fishing and you come back at 2pm and you need a nap!). We even utilized Jackie's son Anderson for all of our fish processing needs. We brought him 18 silver salmon and 8 Halibut and he did an awesome job for a fair price. The only complaint I heard from our group was regarding shower pressure. I am not that picky so I didn't really care, but one of the guys in our group would have preferred a stronger shower. Aside from that, I would absolutely recommend Jackie as a host and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

20 June 2019

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

Wonderful, immaculate studio.

This basement studio was lovely and immaculate. The furnishings and appliances were excellent quality. Our hostess could not have been more helpful. We loved our stay and would return here.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

21 May 2019

Retirement Chillin' in Alaska

Jackie & Jayson were wonderful hosts who provided us a clean comfy home base while we traveled the Kenai peninsula for 2 weeks. They went out of their way to make sure we had all we needed and were always available for questions regarding their beautiful part of Alaska. Thanks Kempf family for wonderful memories of our 1st trip to Alaska!

Stayed 12 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

virginia j.

3 Feb 2019

Perfect place to stay.

It was spotless and a quiet place to sleep. Just a perfect amount of distance out of town. We won’t be staying at the aspen again for swim meets 😉. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

5 Oct 2018

Our favorite place to stay in Alaska!

The location was perfect, we couldnt have picked a better spot! So peaceful and quiet! We walked into the apartment and were immediately impressed. It was extremely clean, and gorgeous! There were dishes in the cupboard, food in the fridge and pantry, books and movies on the shelves...it was like a home away from home. If you need a place to stay in soldotna, stay here, you will love I! I've never been to a nicer, or more comfortable, hotel! Thanks for everything Jackie!

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

2 Sept 2018

Love everything!

It was such a beautiful place to stay and relax.

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Kempf

We are Jayson and Jackie Kempf, the property owners. We were both born and raised on the Kenai Peninsula and grew up enjoying the many outdoor activities "Alaska's Playground" has to offer. We spend our summers boating on the ocean and fishing the Kenai and having total blast filling our freezer with our winter supply of Sockeye salmon. We enjoy camping around the state of Alaska during our fair weather months and traveling to warm and tropical destinations during our cold months when time allows!