The cabin, the guided fishing trip and the amazing feel at home experience!! Fishing on the dock…read morewas even really good! If you're looking for an amazing Kenai fishing experience with guided tours, cabins to stay and fish processing look no further! My kids loved the camp fire s'mores after dinner too

This was my first ever trip to Alaska. I went there with some friends for a week of fishing and…read morerelaxing. Man, was I not disappointed! Kaven has been going for 13 years and invited me this year. He has stayed A LOT of different places in Alaska and has chosen Bill's place for the past 5 years...an EXCELLENT choice! The people, amenities, view, EVERYTHING about this place is SUPERB! Even Bill! :-) Bill's wife, Ogie...crazy! I love it! She is the most happiest person I have ever met and makes you feel at home. Warning...she dances around even with NO MUSIC! The Kenai River was approximately 26 steps from the door of my two story cabin. Eagles and fish...everywhere! I cannot say enough great things about this place, I truly do not have the words. If you want an excellent place to hang your hat while in Alaska between Anchorage and Homer...this is the place! Warning #2-Book fast as I already booked for next year! I've been to all 58 states and 4 continents, this was my direct quote to the gang on the morning we were leaving and they will verify, "Y'all, I'm not going back with y'all. I've already filled out my missing persons report and y'all just say you saw me walk off into the woods". I really wanted to stay that bad! PS. This is Trey. Brad is my "Ghost" name. :-) PSS. Before the critique, I know there is only 50 states. :-)

Jack & Rose are best host. They will set you up with the guides for all your adventures you want to…read moredo. The cabins are amazing. Don't miss out on a life time of adventures. Book today! I give them 5 stars!

The Good, the Bad and the UGLY…read more The Good: The cabins at Alaskan Wooden Bear Cabins are second to none and have excellent craftsmanship. After shopping around to about 12 other places in the Kenai Peninsula, this place is also competitively priced. Sterling is geographically convenient for those visiting Homer, Seward, Soldotna, or Kenai. It is far enough off the highway so you don't hear any traffic. The Bad: There really is no view from these cabins. If you want to sit outside on the porch, you will be staring at the cabin across from you or the car you drove in. It is surrounded by trees and you can't see any of the mountains or the Kenai River, like many of the lodges in the area. Only one cabin has an indoor stove so you will likely have to cook your meals on the outdoor grill in the rain like we did on many occasions. There was also something wrong with the well and it cycled on an off constantly. It was loud enough to keep us up every night. When I mentioned it to Jack, his response was that even if he had help fixing it, it was going to cost $1,200.00. No apology. If the pump doesn't keep you up at night, the dogs will continue to keep you awake during the day. One will howl sitting under the porch every time they aren't home, and the other will howl from inside the house all evening when you're trying to relax. I'm a dog lover at heart, but these two never shut up. I even recorded them with my phone and played it back for Jack and Rose. They responded with a laugh and it didn't occur to them that it bothered other people. The Ugly: Under no circumstances should you book any excursions/guide service through them. Do this on your own if you stay. They had 9 months of notice that we were coming and still didn't book our Halibut trip until the last day we could fish. The weather turned to crap and the boat turned around. We never got to go and we were at this lodge for two weeks. I realize they can't control the weather, but they certainly controlled the scheduling and did a horrible job at that. They also booked a Salmon trip for us on the Kenai River and told us to be at the boat at 4:00am. What they neglected to tell us is that we needed rubber boats or waders because the boat simply takes you to a spot where you get out and fish off the bank. There is nothing worse than standing in glacier water with nothing but hiking boots on. The guide was shocked that Jack didn't relay this information to us. Having direct communication with the guide could have avoided this, but Jack wouldn't tell us who he was using ahead of time. I also asked Jack to book a fly out fishing trip/bear-viewing months in advance. Jack told me these things fill up quick and that I needed to pay in full in advance at a rate of $595.00 per person using PayPal. We went on the trip and had the time of our life. The problem is that this company (High Adventure Air) only charges $395.00 per person. I think you can see why I was upset. I came back to the lodge and asked him why he charged me $200.00 more per person and he immediately got in my face and starting yelling that he didn't like where the conversation was going. He then gave me an excuse that it was the first time he has used this company and that his usual company was (Talon Air). He wasn't aware there was a price difference. WHAT???? Unfortunately for Jack, I had already stopped by Talon Air and they also only charge $395.00, so his excuse didn't hold much weight. He was simply trying to charge me $400.00 more until I caught him. After having him bounce off of me and spill his drink on me and the porch, his wife finally had to tell him to get away from me and get back in the house. We packed our bags, left 3 days early, and went to town to stay. They ended up refunding that money but we had had enough. No one should treat a customer like that. Deep down they are probably good people, but you can't run a business when you're drunk every day and treat people the way we were treated. I'm going back to Alaska next year with 12 people but we won't be staying here.

I have used the guide and lodging services of Marlow's on the Kenai annually since 2009. I teach a…read morewildlife and photography workshop and tour annually in Alaska and Marlow's is the only place I use for lodging on the Kenai Peninsula... they are the BEST! They are a family owned and operated guide, lodging, and excursion service that caters to fishermen, photographers, and wildlife / bird watchers. I use their services annually for my workshop participants and I couldn't be more thrilled. Each year, they literally make my group and I feel like family. The cabins are every bit as nice as a house--with modern amenities, immaculately clean rooms, a well-appointed kitchen, and the conveniences you'd expect from home! The Marlow's are long-time Alaskans and know the area very well. They are excellent birders, wildlife and fishing guides. Each year, I'm able to spot 60-85 species of birds in the area through the help of Ken and his family. We are even treated to eagle-watching from the nest that sits across the deck from our cabin. Their equipment, boats, gear, and facilities always seem to be in excellent condition. You can tell they have a real eye for safety and quality. The Marlow's facilities are in a perfect location and I just can't say enough about their service. They have treated my groups and I SO well over the years that I can't imagine going anywhere else! I'm always looking forward to my annual return! I've also used their other family-based facility in Seward, AK, "The Seward House," which is a vacation-rental style 3-bdr. furnished apartment right in Seward. It is also extremely clean, well appointed, and has a wonderful location and view. I can tell how much they care about their customers---the service and family-friendly approach win me over every year!

From the owner: The Kenai River is surrounded by natural beauty, and as longtime locals, we know all the best spots…read morefor watching, relaxing, and reeling in fish! Whether you're an angler, animal lover, or fishing fanatic, Marlow's on the Kenai will have you hooked for years to come. Owners Ken and Judy Marlow and their son, Neil have been providing tranquil fishing trips, bird watching and photography charters, cruise ship extension packages, and more, and we can't wait to share our beautiful corner of Alaska with you. When you're on a trip with us, the possibilities are endless. Whether you catch your dream fish, observe unique wildlife, or party with friends, there will never be a dull moment, and that's what a getaway is all about. So let Marlow's be your guide in fishing, birding, and Alaskan exploration.

Great place to stay and fish. The people were all nice and made the trip even better. Cabin is…read moreroomy, clean and neat. The outdoor grill and fire pit at the cabin were nice to have. The fishing docks also have a fire pit. I would have liked some comfortable chairs or hammocks down by the docks so I could watch my husband fish.

I really loved my stay here at Alaska Serenity Fishing Lodge. It is located right on Denise Lake a…read morevery short drive from Soldotna, and near great fishing. We were very late in checking in, and the owners stayed to welcome me. That really shows they care about their business and they are professional and friendly. If you were going on a fishing expedition, this would be a very good option as it has several amenities: fish freezers, a LARGE outdoor jacuzzi (clean and HOT!), most cabins have kitchens, and it even has a canoe for communal use (they have new lifejackets in variety of sizes.) I didn't bring my computer, but they also have wireless. I brought a DVD, but unfortunately my room didn't have a DVD player. They have satellite cable with flatscreen tvs. My room was small, but the linens were very comfy and the price was very low; I feel I got an excellent value. It looks like they have great options for both small and big parties. A large group could rent a whole house, and they have private, 2-person cabins for those on a quiet getaway. I would definitely stay here again.

I recently stay at the Alaska Serenity Lodge in Soldotna AK for three weeks. From the moment I…read morearrived, I was impressed by the views and the Hosts, Dave, Katie and their family are very gracious and friendly. The accommodations are very nice and Dave and Katie have added several conveniences, such as Wi-Fi, washer/dryers, BBQ's, a hot tub, and canoe for the lake to name a few. I stayed in the Mallard Cabin which had a small kitchen, living room, bed room and bathroom. It was perfectly sized for a couple or a couple with small children. The cabin was well equipped and comfortable. Alaska Serenity Lodge is conveniently located five minutes from Soldotna and the Kenai River. There was plenty to do in my off time, I was fortunate enough to catch a 100 Halibut during my stay. I have traveled all over the world and put Alaska Serenity Lodge at the top of my list for all around great places

Loved this lodge. Awesome location and reasonably priced. Will be back for the fourth time and…read morelooking forward to making more great memories. Owner Mark was a pleasure to deal with. Showed my party of 17 the Alaskan hospitality and accommodations. This lodge is a hidden GEM!! Thanks for everything Mark and Orca Lodge employees! Hung

We loved our stay at Orca Lodge. We stayed in the cabin by the lake and the view was breathtaking…read more We had everything we needed there. The guides and staff were amazing to work with. All of our excursions were amazing. They made our stay absolutely incredible. We can't wait to go back.

So this place is just what you expect to find in Alaska. And what's cool about it is there is a…read morevariety of services available to fit your budget, whether you want to rent a fancy cabin, an RV hook up, or dry tent spot. Its a stone's throw from the river, which makes this popular with locals when the fish are running and the banks are swamped. The RV hook up sites are fancy and even have a dog park and fancy picnic tables. The dry tent sites have chemical toilets and a mix of wooded and open camp sites, depending on your anxiety about animals. This place is a little tricky to find, just look for the airport- its directly BEHIND IT. It runs parallel and has an entrance at either end.

My son Danny just got married yesterday at this beautiful facility…read more A big Thank You to the manager Ray he was fast, efficient and kind. A beautiful facility Kent & Diane Tarbutton