14865 Sterling Highway, Cooper Landing, AK 99572

$6,500,000
Property Type: Multi-Family Bedrooms: 40 Baths: 20 Square Footage: 10,000 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 227,819 Status: Active
Current Price: $6,500,000 Last Modified: 6/12/2026

Description

Gwin's Lodge is a prestatehood, pioneer-built log roadhouse opened in 1952 at Mile 52 Sterling Hwy, nestled at the confluence of the Kenai & Russian Rivers. The lodge offers 19 upgraded guest cabins and houses, full-service restaurant/bar, tackle shop/store, package liquor sales and potential year-round operations--a true Alaska icon.

Supplements: Lodging: Gwin's Lodge features a well-developed and charming mix of rustic log cabins and larger guest accommodations, thoughtfully renovated to retain their historic character while offering modern comfort. There are 17 cozy guest cabins that sleep between 4 to 6 people, each uniquely styled with authentic Alaskan touches. Many include kitchenettes or mini-fridges, wood-burning stoves, and private bathrooms. In addition, two spacious family-style cottages can accommodate large groups of 8 to 10 guests, ideal for fishing parties or multi-family getaways. Amenities: The heart of the property is its iconic full-service log restaurant and bar, open seasonally and known for hearty Alaskan fare, fresh seafood, homemade pies, and local craft beer. The restaurant also offers a popular summer "To-Go" window, catering to early-morning anglers and late-night travelers alike. A well-stocked tackle shop and gift store caters to outdoor enthusiasts with gear, licenses, and souvenirs. Outdoor picnic areas and BBQ stations allow guests to enjoy meals amid the natural surroundings and provides a relaxing retreat after long days of fishing or hiking. The property also includes ample guest parking, Wi-Fi access in public areas, and on-site laundry facilities. Staff accommodations include 20 employee housing units that can accommodate 40 employees with shared bathrooms, kitchen, and lounge enabling smooth seasonal operations and staff comfort.

More Information MLS# 26-1932

Contract Info

Price-List: 6500000 Date-Listing: 2026-03-02 Status: Active Foreclosure/Bank Own: No

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 365 - Seward - Cooper Landing Street #: 14865 Street Name: Sterling Arterial: Highway Closest USPS Town: Cooper Landing State: AK Zip Code: 99572

Property Info

Realtor.com Type: Multi-Family Construction Status: Existing Structure Beds: 40 Bathrooms Three Quarter: 5 Bathrooms Full: 15 Bathrooms Total: 20 Bldgs-Ttl #: 39 Year Built: 1952 Year Remodeled: 2023 Year Updated: 2025 SF-Res: 10000 Number of Units: 39 SF-Lot: 227818.8 Acres: 5.23 Prkg Spcs: 30 Lot Area Source: Survey Zoning: UNZ - Not Zoned

Directions and Remarks

Directions: From Anchorage, take Seward Hwy (AK-1) S ~90 mi past Girdwood and Hope. At MI 37, R onto Sterling Hwy (AK-9) ~7 mi W to Cooper Landing MI 52. Gwin's Lodge on the L (directly across from Kenai R.)

Water Source

Water-Prvt Well Dpth: BTV

Property Features

Multi-Family Type: Multi Family Exterior Finish: Log; Wood Roof Type: Composition; Metal Foundation Type: Block; Pilings; Unknown - BTV Construction Type: Log; Modular; Wood Frame - 2x6 Garage Type: None Carport Type: None Heating: Baseboard; Electric; Forced Air; Oil; Propane Sewer-Type: Septic Tank Access Type: Dedicated Road; Government; Paved; Maintained View Type: Mountains; River; Unobstructed Topography: Gently Rolling; Level Wtrfrnt-Frontage: None Wtrfrnt-Access Near: River Features-MultiFamily: CO Detector(s); Fire Pit; Generator; Handicap Accessible; Laundry Facility; Owner Occupied; Shed; Smoke Detector(s); Trailside; Circle Driveway; RV Parking Flooring: Other Docs Avl for Review: As-Built; Pre-Lim; Survey Listing Terms Financing: Cash; Conventional

Documents

Listing Office: Hayden Outdoors, LLC
Last Updated: June - 12 - 2026
14865 Sterling Highway, Cooper Landing, AK 99572- MLS# 26-1932
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