Perched on the world-famous Kenai River, Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat offers a serene retreat with breathtaking fishing opportunities. Access a private dock for relaxation and fishing, or head to the nearby boat launch. Unwind in your heated-floor apartment with modern amenities like an ensuite washer/dryer and on-demand hot water.
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Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
The current price is AU$454
AU$454
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat
Summary: Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat is an beautifully appointed 1 Bedroom Suite located on the world famous Kenai River. This suite is a part of our family legacy home site and has been professionally designed and built to exclusively enjoy the amazing beauty year round along with world-renowned fishing. For larger groups, we have 4 units available on property and an additional 6 units across the street.
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.
Property amenities include: Boat launch nearby Access to private dock for relaxing and fishing. Commercial fish packer Freezers Ice Card operated laundry facility
The Space: Ptarmigan Suite is a beautifully organized second story apartment that comes complete with heated floors throughout. The unit has a separate entryway, bedroom, bathroom and living area complete with a large south facing deck that overlooks the Kenai river as well as the entire property. The unit also includes a modern washer and dryer ensuite for your use along with an on demand hot water heater means you never run out of hot water. The kitchenette has a gas range, microwave, coffee machine and cooking utensils for your use. Deck has private BBQ grill. The bedroom has a Queen size bed with premium mattress and the sofa in the living area makes into a queen sofa bed. 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.
Guest Access: There is free parking onsite as well as additional parking area across the street for guests or boat trailers. You will receive a unique code for logging into the keypad on your unit when you register. This code gives you access to the laundry, ice and fish packaging equipment located in separate building on the property.
The Neighborhood: Tucked just five miles from the heart of Soldotna, this location feels worlds away. Surrounded by towering spruce and birch, with the sound of the Kenai River flowing nearby, it offers a rare balance of wild Alaskan beauty and quiet seclusion—yet with shops, dining, and conveniences only minutes down the road. It’s a place where eagles soar overhead, moose wander through the trees, and the midnight sun stretches across endless skies—all while keeping you close to everything Soldotna has to offer. There is a newly upgraded boat landing up river approximately 100 yards along with two public river accesses on Keystone Drive that are within walking distance and complete with walk ways and fish cleaning tables.
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. The best part is 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 animal facility Parties & Events allowed only with prior permission
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On a river
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)
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 and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
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About the area
Located in Soldotna, this apartment is on a river. Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa and Birch Ridge Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Soldotna Creek Park and Jumping Junction. Visit our Soldotna travel guide
Is Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat on 8 Mar 2026 start from AU$454, 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 Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat located?
Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Soldotna Creek Park, Phormation Chiropractic & Day Spa and Central Peninsula Hospital. Soldotna Homestead Museum and Birch Ridge Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Ptarmigan Suite @ Keystone Retreat Reviews
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Perfect stay at the Keystone Retreat! We have stayed in a several places in Alaska and this is now our favorite! What a view.... we stayed in the Ptarmigan Suite and it was amazing! The hosts, Sandi and Mark have thought of everything with great attention to detail- comfortable bed with hotel linens, access to private dock, professional fish packer, ice and storage for your big catch, snacks, and good coffee. Sandi was a wealth of information of the area and fishing. So happy we met you both. We will be back!
Wow!!!! Really didn't know what to expect but the accommodations were outstanding. To have the added pluses of being right on the river, with a great view, grill, pier on the river and ice house made it a spectacular stay.,