Alaska's Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge
Where the Mountains Meet the Sea in Kachemak Bay State Park
In Operation since 1981

Celebrating 26 years of wilderness fun and ecologically friendly lodgings.

Owned and operated by the long time residents of Sadie Cove - Keith and Randi Iverson who open their home to you and your companions year-round.

Seen on The Discovery Channel, ESPN, and The Travel Channel and the recipient of numerous awards for sound environmental practices and sustainability in tourism.

Summertime Rates:
$400  per guest per night all-inclusive, (This is our cash or check, booked direct to the lodge, discount price) or $500 per guest per night. (This is our normal price for all other forms of payment.)  plus round trip water taxi from Homer ($95 per guest) plus local sales tax (3%) and gratuity. Private groups of 8 or more will have the entire lodge to themselves.
All of the prices listed on our website are straightforward. Every cost has been described for you well in advance of your visit. We have no hidden costs - ever. Guaranteed.

Rates include:

• Three excellent all-you-can-eat meals per day served family-style by cheerful hosts. This is our time to share stories and make plans for the upcoming days of adventure and relaxation. A hot, sit-down breakfast is served at the lodge for early morning fishing charters, followed by the regular time breakfast for those who arise at a more "civilized" hour.
   

• Lodging in private cabins with peaceful views of Sadie Cove and Mount Augustine, bathrooms, running water, electricity, bathrobes, down pillows, fiber pillows, and natural fiber linens and towels. In the cooler months we use cozy flannel sheets, in the warmer months, all cotton linens, and always, lots of pillows, quilts, comforters, and the scents of the great outdoors. All of our cabins are just that- cabins made totally of wood. We do not offer tents, "tent-cabins", apartments, or bunkhouses - just cozy, private cabins.
   

• Exclusive use of all Lodge facilities. At Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge, it is our policy to serve overnight guests of the lodge ONLY. We have a 2 night minimum stay with an average stay of 5 nights, making for a quiet wilderness experience with the time and the personal space to feel comfortable and to form new friendships in a non-commercial, homey atmosphere. We absolutely, do not ever, take in additional patrons for meals, tours, trails use, equipment rentals, food sales, etc., nor do we, in any other way, dilute your experience in the wilderness. From time to time we may invite local adventurers to share their fascinating stories by the campfire and it is your choice to participate or not.
   

• Private hiking trail into the State Park (for the use of Lodge guests only) to a remote alpine valley looking out over a glacial braided river, the Harding Ice field, and a second valley with a giant cascading waterfall at it's terminus. You will not see anyone other than lodge guests on this trail. It is a unique and invigorating experience to have so much country to oneself. From one mile up the trail and from the valley, all you will see has been made by Mother Nature. There is nothing man-made in your view and this is an excellent opportunity to watch the wild mountain goats on the surrounding cliffs.
   

• Fishing rods to use from shore for dolly-varden trout and other species of fish, or from our floating dock for halibut.
   

• Log cabin, wood fired, Finnish sauna and an oversized outdoor plunge pool. Loaner bathing suits are on hand as well as lots of very large, plush, cotton towels.
   

• Use of Lodge Kayaks and all related equipment.
   

• Clamming, beachcombing, and birding.
   

• Prime wildlife viewing from all lodge decks and beaches especially for the resident wild mountain goats on the cliffs next to the lodge, visiting seals, resident sea otters with their babies in tow, migratory humpback whales, and resident Bald Eagles who are fed the previous night's food scraps on the beach every morning. The chatter of the eagles is everyone's call to begin the day in Sadie Cove.
   

• Morning coffee delivery.
   

• Wireless Internet access for your laptop computer.
   

• Television and VCR with lots of movies.
   

• Complete housekeeping services including laundry.
   

• Beginning in the summer season of 2007- a new tree planted in Alaska for each and every guest of the lodge to offset the carbon emissions which are the inevitable result of vacationing in our state.

And one intangible that is included in the cost of your stay-

The knowledge that you are participating in a wilderness experience with Alaska residents/pioneers who protect their environment by living an Eco-conscious life. We purposely keep our lodge small to diminish the impact that tourism has had on other wild places. As we do not believe in trophy hunting, we do not offer hunting trips or any tours which would otherwise use the environment in a self-serving fashion. When you stay at Sadie Cove you know that you are in a special place that is in it's most pristine state.

Sadie Cove was built by hand with driftwood salvaged from the beaches of Kachemak Bay over the last 30 years. It was then milled by hand and put in place in it's natural state without preservatives, oils, or chemicals of any kind. One day, when Keith and Randi Iverson are gone and buried up the mountain in their favorite spot, the lodge will return to the earth as do fallen trees in a virgin forest. All that will be left to clean up will be some nails, roofing materials, and hand tools and we sincerely hope that these will be re-used by the next adventurer carving out his place on the wild Kenai Coast.

Parties of 8 or more get the entire lodge to themselves so make your reservations early in order to enjoy our special place.

Activities (Unguided):

Wildlife Photography	Hiking (Beach & State Park Trails)
Bird Watching	Fishing from Lodge Beach (gear provided)
Nature Walks	Berry Picking (Aug. & Sept.)
Clamming	Sauna & Dip Tub
Horseshoes	Just Plain Relaxing
Sea Kayaking
If you wish to be guided on any of the above activities, we are available. Please inquire about charges.

Optional Guided Adventures:
All of the adventures described below are personally guided by reputable, insured, and personable outfitters who have been living on Kachemak Bay for many, many years. We are all well off the beaten path and you will find yourself in the wilderness with a small and intimate group of fellow adventurers. Far from the common tourist attractions, you will be treated like a friend by your guides and you will see parts of our world that most visitors never even know about. As a guest of Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge you have the rare opportunity to spend time with these folks who will enrich your lives with their backcountry knowledge and cheerful outlooks on life. You will return home with many positive and lasting memories of your trip to Alaska and you may even find yourself thinking more positively about everything long after you return home as a result of spending time with all of us. In this time when there is so much unrest and division in the world, we hope that we can give our guests a taste of a rewarding and peaceful life, far away from the day to day chaos that people have become so accustomed to. We hope that you will be able to bring a feeling of serenity back with you to your world and to find a way to share it with others.

All of the adventures mentioned below are private, personal and, most importantly, a lot of fun with a minimum of 2 participants and a maximum of 6. The exceptions are the brown bear viewing which can have as many as 10 participants and the large group sea kayaking which can have as many as 16 participants. Private guided kayaking trips have no more than 6 participants.

Reservations:

A 50% deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Reservations made within 60 days of arrival  and after May 1 or anytime from overseas are payable in full when the reservation is made. We accept cash, check, or traveler's checks, Visa, Master Card and we offer a discount for payment by check.  Time at the lodge can be booked up to 3 years in advance. Be sure to book early to ensure your reservations for the lodge and optional guided adventures. Parties of 8 or more have the entire lodge to themselves.

Cancellations:

We are a small husband and wife owned and operated company serving very few clients per year and many of our reservations (especially those of returning guests) are made several years in advance. Once you are confirmed for your stay your reservation is refundable (minus a $50. per person re-booking fee) only if we are able to fill your space with another party. Your stay is confirmed when your requested dates are determined to be available and you have given your credit card number to hold those dates. If your itinerary should change for any reason and you let us know at least 60 days prior to your arrival that you need to change your dates, you are free to move your dates to any other time within the same summer for no extra charge. Itinerary changes made within 60 day of arrival can sometimes be difficult to accomplish but we will do our very best to accommodate your needs and there is no extra cost for this service. All changes are dependent upon availability. Cancellation and date change requests need to be in writing please. Vacation cancellation policies are encouraged.

Families:

Well mannered, small adults of all ages who possess a sense of adventure and wonder are appropriate at Sadie Cove Wilderness Lodge. Large babies should vacation elsewhere. Parents - We are not by any means unfriendly to children and we welcome them into our home so that they have an opportunity to share in a unique lifestyle while they are young and impressionable. Due to the quiet nature of the lodge (and also to basic safety issues of the wilderness) we do, however, expect everyone to behave respectfully and not be a burden to other guests and the staff. Please contact us regarding the lodge expectations of behavior for children prior to making your reservations.

Travel to Sadie Cove:

Homer is located just 45 minutes by air or 5 hours by car from Anchorage. If you have the time, and the weather is cooperative, it is a beautiful drive. If you choose to fly, Homer is serviced by Era Airlines, Grant Aviation, and Natron Air. You can make reservations through Alaska Airlines or by booking over the Internet at www.flyera.com, www.flygrant.com, or www.natronair.com. For private float plane charters www.regal-air.com.

There are taxis at the airport and courtesy phones in case they are off somewhere else. It is a 10 minute ride from the airport to the harbor where the water taxi will be waiting for you to bring you across the bay to the lodge.

If you would like to rent a car, these companies are available in Homer:

Polar Car Rental (907)235-5998
Hertz of Homer (907)235-0734
Homer Jeep & Van Rental (907)235-8640

Parking is available at the Homer Harbor and is free near ramps 3, 4 and 5. You can leave your rental cars parked there while at the lodge and it is as safe as one could hope for. Homer is a small town with little in the way of crime.

Drive times to Homer from a few Alaska locations are as follows:
From Anchorage: 5 hours
From Girdwood: 4.5 hours
From Whittier: 4.5 hours
From Seward: 3.5 hours
From Cooper Landing: 2.25 hours
From Soldotna/Kenai: 2 hours

There is also the option of having a car and driver bring you from one town to another. If you would like to do this try contacting one of the taxi companies below. Some folks choose to fly one way and have a taxi or rental car go the other way.

Chux Cab (907)235-2489
Kachecab (907)235-1950

Boat Transportation to Sadie Cove:

Our Ferry Service will be at the Homer boat harbor to greet you. They will provide a scenic trip from Homer to the lodge. Keep a sharp look-out during this 30 minute boat ride across majestic Kachemak Bay. There's a good chance you will see eagles, sea otters, puffins, or maybe even a whale.

What to Bring:

Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a complete information packet covering all aspects of your visit to Sadie Cove.

Special Needs:

If you have special physical or dietary requirements, please let us know at the time you make your reservations. Smoking is not permitted inside the lodge buildings, and please leave your pets at home.
[*Friends of Bill W. are welcome]

Even More Facts:

For more information regarding your host, and life in Sadie Cove, Alaska, you may order the book, Alaska Viking, author Keith Iverson (lodge builder, founder, and year round Sadie Cove resident since 1974) from our lodge address. $25 includes shipping and handling.

Come and share the adventure!

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