Nestled in Ninilchik, among wild flowers and alders is the Great House overlooking the Cook Inlet. <br /><br />Located on the Kenai Peninsula, you'll find 12 acres known as Chautauqua, in the small quaint town of Ninilchik. Nestled in among the wild flowers and alders is the Great House overlooking the Cook Inlet. Whether you meander down the drive or go for a hike, take in the breathtaking view of the Alaskan Mountain Range reflecting into the waters of the Cook Inlet. Photograph and enjoy the once in a lifetime picturesque beauty and splendor of four active volcanoes: Augustine, Illiamna, Redoubt, and Spur. Mt. Redoubt volcano most recently erupted and is still spewing steam and ash. <br /> <br /> Once you enter the 5500 square foot Great House you are captivated by its spaciousness, warm woods and furnishings masterfully hand crafted by owner Paul Warner. The massive floor to ceiling fireplace constructed with river rock collected from the local, Six Mile River, on the, Kenai Peninsula, will make you so warm and comfortable you may never want to leave. The great room is surrounded by large 6'x10' windows allowing for constant enjoyment of a spectacular view of the, Cook Inlet, that will take your breath away. Outside is also an iron wood deck for your further enjoyment of the Cook Inlet. Stretch out on the big over sized chairs and sofas and take advantage of those big windows. Stare in wonder and amazement or just read and relax. A telescope and spy glass are set up for viewing of 2 eagles nests high in the trees, fishing boats, Mt. Redoubt, other nearby volcanoes, or anything your heart desires. It is spacious, fun, warm and comfortable throughout. <br /> <br /> <br /> Off the main room are two bedrooms with full baths; the State Room with a single bed and the Captains Quarters with a California King bed and a jacuzzi style tub large enough for two. The kitchen was designed state of the art, for guest chefs to host cooking classes. Three top chefs cooked in this remarkable kitchen and when asked to rate it on a scale of 1-10 they gave it a 12!!! Come fish for salmon, halibut, crab and other varieties. Then, if you like, prepare your catch to your tastes' delight. (processing services is available through Anchor Point Seafoods) <br /> <br /> The second story includes a huge rec room, comfy over sized furniture (ping pong, fooz ball etc.), media center, and workout area. Two additional bedrooms, two queen size beds in each room, with Jack & Jill bath, plus the fourth bath and a utility room, with all needed amenities.<br /> <br /> Chautauqua welcomes you to the Great House Lodge - Alaska's finest living. We invite all adventurous people to share in this splendid and unique part of, Alaska. Whether you come to fish, hunt, photograph, write, paint, or to relax and gaze at the remarkable splendor, Chautauqua, on the, Kenai Peninsula, promises a photo memory for your camera and unforgettable memories for your family and your spirit.

Description - Nestled in Ninilchik, among wild flowers and alders is the Great House overlooking the Cook Inlet.

Located on the Kenai Peninsula, you'll find 12 acres known as Chautauqua, in the small quaint town of Ninilchik. Nestled in among the wild flowers and alders is the Great House overlooking the Cook Inlet. Whether you meander down the drive or go for a hike, take in the breathtaking view of the Alaskan Mountain Range reflecting into the waters of the Cook Inlet. Photograph and enjoy the once in a lifetime picturesque beauty and splendor of four active volcanoes: Augustine, Illiamna, Redoubt, and Spur. Mt. Redoubt volcano most recently erupted and is still spewing steam and ash.

Once you enter the 5500 square foot Great House you are captivated by its spaciousness, warm woods and furnishings masterfully hand crafted by owner Paul Warner. The massive floor to ceiling fireplace constructed with river rock collected from the local, Six Mile River, on the, Kenai Peninsula, will make you so warm and comfortable you may never want to leave. The great room is surrounded by large 6'x10' windows allowing for constant enjoyment of a spectacular view of the, Cook Inlet, that will take your breath away. Outside is also an iron wood deck for your further enjoyment of the Cook Inlet. Stretch out on the big over sized chairs and sofas and take advantage of those big windows. Stare in wonder and amazement or just read and relax. A telescope and spy glass are set up for viewing of 2 eagles nests high in the trees, fishing boats, Mt. Redoubt, other nearby volcanoes, or anything your heart desires. It is spacious, fun, warm and comfortable throughout.


Off the main room are two bedrooms with full baths; the State Room with a single bed and the Captains Quarters with a California King bed and a jacuzzi style tub large enough for two. The kitchen was designed state of the art, for guest chefs to host cooking classes. Three top chefs cooked in this remarkable kitchen and when asked to rate it on a scale of 1-10 they gave it a 12!!! Come fish for salmon, halibut, crab and other varieties. Then, if you like, prepare your catch to your tastes' delight. (processing services is available through Anchor Point Seafoods)

The second story includes a huge rec room, comfy over sized furniture (ping pong, fooz ball etc.), media center, and workout area. Two additional bedrooms, two queen size beds in each room, with Jack & Jill bath, plus the fourth bath and a utility room, with all needed amenities.

Chautauqua welcomes you to the Great House Lodge - Alaska's finest living. We invite all adventurous people to share in this splendid and unique part of, Alaska. Whether you come to fish, hunt, photograph, write, paint, or to relax and gaze at the remarkable splendor, Chautauqua, on the, Kenai Peninsula, promises a photo memory for your camera and unforgettable memories for your family and your spirit.

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64316 Elizabeth St. Ninilchik Alaska United States Location Type: Beach, Mountain, Near the Ocean, River, Rural, Waterfront Nearest Airport: Kenai 45 Miles Car: Necessary Area Description: They don't call Alaska the last frontier for nothing. This wild and untamed, Kenai Peninsula, has an abundance of wild flowers during the summer season. Wildlife in abundance with eagles soaring, filling the sky with their magnificent wing span, bear, moose and their babies, caribou, plentiful and all in natural surroundings. This is no zoo. When the word “Alaska” is mentioned, most people think cold. With mild winters and summers ranging between 58-78 degrees, very few people really know how temperate the climate on the Kenai Peninsula is. Residents here on the Kenai Peninsula treasure this fact as our “best kept secret.” Come see for yourself. The Kenai Peninsula boasts the title: Fishing Capital of the World. This location is also known for great hunting, many outdoor sports, (winter/summer), and is a paradise for; photo opportunity, bear watch, biking, fishing, hiking, kayaking, helicopter, ... [Read More] Area Description: They don't call Alaska the last frontier for nothing. This wild and untamed, Kenai Peninsula, has an abundance of wild flowers during the summer season. Wildlife in abundance with eagles soaring, filling the sky with their magnificent wing span, bear, moose and their babies, caribou, plentiful and all in natural surroundings. This is no zoo. When the word “Alaska” is mentioned, most people think cold. With mild winters and summers ranging between 58-78 degrees, very few people really know how temperate the climate on the Kenai Peninsula is. Residents here on the Kenai Peninsula treasure this fact as our “best kept secret.” Come see for yourself. The Kenai Peninsula boasts the title: Fishing Capital of the World. This location is also known for great hunting, many outdoor sports, (winter/summer), and is a paradise for; photo opportunity, bear watch, biking, fishing, hiking, kayaking, helicopter, seaplane rides, ski / snowboarding, cross country sking, snowmobile, sleding, etc. There are a variety of music festivals celebrated on the Kenai Peninsula throughout the summer. Ninilchik hosts the State Fair which brings in thousands of guests throughout the third weekend of August. Ninilchik, is located right in the middle of five major fishing rivers, the Russian River, Kenai River, Kaselof River, Ninilchik River, Anchor River plus “the fishing hole in Homer.” Let's not forget the Cook Inlet, which is know for it's great halibut and the many runs of the different varieties of Salmon. Homer, which is a forty-five minute scenic drive to fine restaurant dining and some of the best art galleries in the country, local Alaskan artisans, quilt stores, and great shopping to boot. Churches and service clubs meet regularly.

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We will never forget July 2009 and the week we spent at your Chataugua Great House. It was surreal. The magnificent wonder and spectacular beauty of your land and the constantly changing view far exceeded our expectations. The photos of eagles in your eagle's nests from my little canon camera turned out terrific when enlarged to 5x7 then cut to photo album size. Next time I'm bringing a better camera! And the kids can't stop talking about the moose and otters we saw, about the salmon they could reach out and touch, about combat fishing (now that was a site), and about golfing in Anchor Point, Alaska. You were right about the kitchen. It's a funny thing - at home cooking had become somewhat of a burdensome chore - but at Chataugua we felt renewed and energized. Everyone was involved in preparing the catch. Meals were so easy and most of all fun. We came home with a whole new attitude and you have really changed our lives in a way we never imagined and remain grateful for today. The charters you recommended were outstanding as was Anchor Point Seafood for processing our fish. All services provided good value for our dollar and when we talked with others at the airport and back home we really realized how many people had just horrible experiences on some fishing boats and with their frozen fish. The seafood we brought back is so fresh and tasty and far better than anything we have ever had in a restaurant. Thank you, thank you, thank you. We stayed so busy we never watched TV, but the boys did enjoy some ping pong and fooz ball. My husband and I perused your library and enjoyed some private time with surprises from your shelves. Relaxing in those huge chairs with a book in my hands looking out those huge windows - my goodness - life doesn't get any better than that. We will never forget the meteor showers from your deck and a moon so bright we could see volcanoes reflect on the sea. Where do you get to sit and see that? Lastly, there was the beauty of the woods and local stones you used throughout while building your wonderful lodge. Alaska really is the last "untamed wilderness" which you have captured, tamed and brought indoors for us to enjoy and did we ever. Our family and friends are jealous and are vying for position to be included on our next trip. We may stay for 2 weeks 2010. Memories of this trip will be etched in our minds for the rest of our lives. Mrs. B. Anderson CA Beth Anderson - Oct 18, 2009

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