Property Description
Newly built cabin on 2.19 acres in Kasilof with close proximity to Kasilof Beach, River, Fishing & more. This Cabin has all the Rustic Alaskan Charm on the outside with elegance and simple living on the inside. Walk up & enjoy the 270 sq. foot deck perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. Once you walk inside you will find a beautifully finished 1 bed 1 bath home with pine tongue and groove, laminate flooring, butcher block & laminate flooring
Land
This 2.19 acre lot is square in shape with measurements of 300.20 ft. deep x 317.50 ft. wide is mostly level, and sitting slightly higher than the access road. The soil can be described as consisting of sand, sandy loam, clay and dark brown humic soil perfect for the long growing season in Alaska. Vegetation consists of but may not be limited to Spruce, Birch and or Alder trees in varying stages of size and life, several native grasses, wild flowers, mushrooms and berries scatter the property as well.
Improvements
Improvements for this property consist of a new construction 576 sq ft cabin with cedar lap siding and metal wood grain print skirting. Out front of the cabin you will find a 270 sq. ft. deck perfect for all your plants and or entertaining guests. Once you step inside of this 1 bedroom 1 bathroom cabin you will find a vaulted ceiling with Pine tongue and groove carried into the siding, laminate flooring, an electric cooktop with a convection oven surrounded by a butcher block counter top with built in bar seating, stainless steel refrigerator, and a double sink within a laminate counter top. In the bathroom you will find hookups for a stacked washer and dryer set up a full step in shower and tub combo with a composite surround and glass sliding door, a vanity with a single piece ceramic built in sink top. The bedroom is finished in drywall with a large closet and access to the hot water heater. Above the bedroom and bathroom you will find an open area perfect for more storage. Heat for this cabin is supplied by a diesel Toyo monitor with a 300 gallon tank out back of the cabin. The property is supported by a well, septic and conventional electricity. The driveway was built with sand from the property.
Recreation
Recreation in the area is varied from seasons. During the summer months you have access to some of the best fishing from Kasilof and Coho beaches to the Kasilof river or one of the local lakes stocked by fish and game. If fishings not your thing you can beach comb or enjoy the local hiking or ATV trails. Kasliof is also home to the only horse back exclusive riding trails. Kasilof also offers several options for camping whether in a designated camp ground or on remote state or borough lands. During the winter months you can ride your snow machines along the trails and access the Caribou Hills trail systems. And of course theirs ice fishing and options for hockey.
Agriculture
Agriculture is limited to a few small local growers offering CSA’s & Farm share options or local vending.
Water/Mineral Rights & Natural Resources
Alaska is a water is a right state so you do not have to apply for water rights certificate unless you plan to use it commercially and/or more than 500 gallons a day. The majority of land does not come with any mineral rights which is in leu of the Alaska Permanent Fund. See Alaska Department of Natural Resources for more information.
Region & Climate
The Kasilof area climate is fairly consistent with the Peninsula overall however, at times the temperature can be a bit colder and sometimes gets a bit more snow than other areas of the central peninsula. The average elevation for the Kasilof area is in the 100- 200 feet above sea level, this lot is at the 110ft level.
History
Kasilof’s history is rooted in fishermen and homestead settlers populating the area.
Location
Kasilof is located approximately 14 miles from the heart of Soldotna, just under 20 miles to Kenai and under 70 miles to the famous Homer Spit. The area hospitals are in Soldotna and Homer, and an addition of medical clinics and in Keani, Ninilchik and Anchor Point as well. Many options for shopping in big box stores in both Soldotna and Kenai, which also have several local small business to choose from. The community of Kasilof has a local “Mercantile” with a quaint Cafe, a gas station with both a convenience and liquor store. Their is also a roadhouse style restaurant and lodging, several fishing lodges a museum, churches a transfer station for trash and lastly a post office.