Consider a stay at Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park and take advantage of a firepit, a playground, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free wired internet.
Located in Seward, Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park is in the mountains and on the beach. Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center and Chugach National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alaska SeaLife Center and Alaskan Angling Adventures LLC.. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Seward travel guide
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park
Guests at this beach cabin will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. All cabins are individually decorated and offer balconies or patios and showers. Guests will find kitchens with refrigerators, ovens, and stovetops. Housekeeping is not available.
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park offers 8 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Accommodations at this 3-star cabin have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Available in some public areas: Free wired internet
Family friendly
Playground
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Free toiletries
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Outdoor areas
Balcony/patio
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Meeting room
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Fee: USD 40 per pet per stay
Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
No elevator
Well-lit path to entrance
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
No housekeeping service
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In the mountains
On the waterfront
Things to do
Whale watching nearby
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)
Window guards
Fire extinguisher
General
2 floors
8 buildings
8 units
Built in 1998
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 10 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Beach access
In-room coffee
Internet access
Laundry facilities
Lending library access
Parking
Self parking
Sporting facilities or equipment
WiFi access (may be limited)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat Cabin Seward
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat Cabin Moose Pass
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat Seward
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat Moose Pass
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat Cabin's R.V. Park Cabin Seward
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Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park Cabin Seward
Frequently asked questions
Is Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
What time is check-in at Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park located?
Nestled on the beach, this Seward cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chugach National Forest and Kenai Lake. Kenai River and Primrose Trailhead are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Renfro's Lakeside Retreat - Cabin's and R.V. Park Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 110 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 110 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 110 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 110 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Georgene
Jul 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Loved the stay!
Excellent location and communication!
Georgene
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey
Aug 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was the perfect place for solitude and family connection. The little cabin was efficient and perfectly appointed. It felt secluded, but it was just a short drive to Seward, which is fun and vibrant. I almost cried when we left and I vow to return one day. Side note: there was mention in the description of no cell service unless you have Verizon, but our Spectrum service there worked perfectly—even though you should not want to be on a phone in such a special place.
Lindsey
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca
Aug 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cozy cabin was spotless, quiet, and near a beautiful lake. Would love to stay there again.
Rebecca
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
John
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed overnight before a fishing trip from Seward. Beautiful scenery and great hosts.
John
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
kavita
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in cabin 4, aka the fun cabin. It has lake view and it was gorgeous. Really enjoyed our stay here. There is no wifi in the cabin; only in the office.
kavita
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wharton
Aug 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the cleanest, most well-maintained cabin we’ve ever been to. There were so many creative, beautiful touches to the cabin and the whole campground. The cabin was well equipped for everything we needed (2 adults, 3 teens) with a gorgeous view. There is nothing I wld have changed or added!!
Heather
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Irena
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Lovely stay in nature
We absolutely loved our stay. The property is immersed in nature, close but far enough from Seward. The cabins are basic but this is really the point. The highlight of our stay was surely the friendliness of Gary (the manager/owner) and even his friends. A true pearl, a true local stay. Kids loved it too! The only place we stayed in Alaska that had its own playground, close to the lake. No small feat!
Irena
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber
Jun 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We are so glad we stayed at Renfro’s! It is a great “unplugged” space where we got a lot of quality family time. There are books and games available in the office, as well as kayaks and paddle boats. Our kids really enjoyed exploring at the beach, playing in the cabin loft, and swinging in the hammock. The cabin was comfortable for our family of 5. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and cookware. We would absolutely stay here again!
Amber
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Justine
Sep 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed in a lakeside cabin with an absolutely stunning view. Every little detail couldn’t have been any better! The lack of Wi-Fi and tv at the cabin was a plus. The grounds were immaculate and the location was amazing! About 20 minutes from Seward. We’re here for four nites at it was very relaxing. Gary is a great host!
Justine
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrea
Oct 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great place to reset. Would go back.
Beautiful area. Quaint cabins. Super clean. Gary was a wonderful host Wi-Fi does not exist in the cabins but is available at the check in cabin. Would not have been a big deal on vacation but a little challenging when traveling for business. Remote area so no TV.
Andrea
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Renee
Jul 10, 2024
If you want to get away from it all, Renfros is the place to go. There is no WIFI or phone service unless you go to the lodge. Make sure you take your own provisions such as salt pepper etc. The fridge is very small and the freezer will not actually keep things frozen. Seward is not far for supplies. There is plenty of hiking and things to see in the aeea..
Renee
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Venessa
May 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you’re headed to Seward this is the absolute best place to stay. I am absolutely in love with this quiet remote place. It is nicely tucked away in the middle of the woods. The owner Gary is usually in the office when you enter. He is warm, informative and extremely pleasant to deal with. He had two assistants that were equally as pleasant and helpful. The cabins were well stocked with everything we could have possibly needed. The place was safe, well kept and just a dream get away for anyone who desire a nice remote and homely stay. There is no wifi in most of the cabin areas but we used that as a mental break from screens and an opportunity to focus on the nature in front of us. The mountains and lake was within 5 minutes walk from our cabin. Kayaking is available on the premises. My husband who is an avid New Yorker and started off reluctant fell in love with this place and is looking forward to another visit. There was absolutely nothing negative I could say about this place. Thanks Gary for allowing us a little slice of your world.
Venessa
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Barbara
Oct 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Renovated, cozy cabin in the woods
We stayed the beginning of Sept. The cabin we rented was " Premium Cabin, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Mountainside". It was recently renovated, cozy and clean. The cabin has a mini frig, Keurig maker & variety of coffees, hot cocoa, etc. Good quality pans for cooking. The cabin had a charcoal grill and a fire pit. The host Gary has charcoal and fire wood for sale at the office which is very convenient. Guests have use of the kayak and paddle boat. The property is wooded but a great view of the lake by the beach area that is in walking distance to the cabin. Gary is very nice and helpful. We were able to get a discount on the fjords trip in Seward if we booked through him. Bed was comfy and bathroom was nice. The Alaska railroad train does go though the property and that was cool to see. Wifi is only available at the office but you can take your time sitting at the table to use the internet on your device. We would definitely stay again.
Barbara
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kellie
Aug 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Cozy Cabin with a Gorgeous View
Beautiful cabin and location. Cabin was very clean, everything was in great condition and very cozy! Would love to stay here again.
Kellie
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had such a wonderful stay. Property was clean, easy to get to. Right on the lake, very peaceful and serene. Highly recommend!
Melissa
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great cabins!!
This was an amazing place.. clean comfortable.. nice and peaceful!! Would highly recommend.. and Gary was awesome.
Tammy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A+
The cabin was spectacular!! Everything looked brand new in the cabin. Renfro obviosly takes pride in the accomidations, and pays attention to the details. I will be staying at the cabins again next summer. Great Bargain compared to other places in the area.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eli
Aug 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
great spot-little cottage was very cozy
Eli
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katherine
Jul 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The host of this property was extremely helpful to us. We could not stay at his property because of an accident. The host went out of his way to find us an alternative property in town and covered the difference in price! He made sure that his guests are taken care of. I am very grateful.
Katherine
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Peggy
Jul 3, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the Kenai Lake, cute cabin .
Peggy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Timothy
Aug 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice place in the woods
Very nice place, super quiet and not far from Seward. Host Gary was super nice and accommodating. We had a great time and the place was very relaxing.
Timothy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
6/10 Okay
Sean
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
This place had the perfect cabin feel. Unfortunately we were not alone. There were definitely noisy unwanted roommates in the ceiling, fortunately the roof was nicely sealed from the living area. However seemed ironic that we had to pay a pet fee for our little dog when there were animals living there rent free.
Sean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan
Aug 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Extremely clean and cozy one night stay! The owners and workers are as kind as they come even offering us a free ride into Seward if we needed. Would absolutely stay here again!
Ryan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David
Jul 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication