Building a Premier Destination on the Kenai Peninsula
Founded in 2022, Kenai Adventure Cabins has quickly become one of the Kenai Peninsula’s premier lodging destinations. Nestled on five scenic acres just outside Soldotna, the property features 18 cabins, the largest lodging campus of its kind on the peninsula, and welcomes everyone from solo travelers to groups of more than 40 guests. With five-star ratings across every major review platform and Airbnb Superhost status for seven consecutive quarters, Kenai Adventure Cabins has earned a reputation for exceptional guest experiences.
From the beginning, Alaska SBDC advisor Cliff Cochran has remained a trusted resource and strategic partner. The owners credit his ongoing support as an important factor in their success. Beyond helping develop the original business plan and banking relationships, Cliff has continued to provide market research, financial benchmarking, industry data, and tourism trends that have helped the ownership team evaluate opportunities and make informed decisions as the business has grown. He has also shared marketing strategies, identified partnership opportunities such as with Explore Kenai, connected the team with local organizations, and provided guidance on everything from hiring and financing to business compliance and long-term planning.
Their ongoing relationship with the Alaska SBDC has allowed the ownership team to continually refine its strategy while pursuing new avenues for growth. Whether evaluating occupancy data, expanding group and off-season marketing, strengthening online visibility, or exploring financing options to improve cash flow, the Alaska SBDC has remained a trusted sounding board throughout Kenai Adventure Cabins’ evolution. “Cliff has been much more than just an advisor during startup,” said Mike Jones. “He and the SBDC continue to support us, from brainstorming different strategies to tapping into the wealth of information the SBDC has at their fingertips. Their partnership helps us make better decisions, and having that trusted resource is incredibly valuable.”
Reflecting on his work with Kenai Adventure Cabins, Cliff Cochran shared, “It’s been incredibly rewarding to watch this team bring their vision to life. Their commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and an exceptional guest experience has made Kenai Adventure Cabins one of the Kenai Peninsula’s premier lodging destinations. Supporting entrepreneurs on journeys like this is one of the most rewarding parts of our work.”
Kenai Adventure Cabins demonstrates what can happen when passionate entrepreneurs combine a long-term vision with sound business planning and trusted advisory support. The family ownership team includes Mike and Amy Jones, Neil and Lori Fagan, and Jessey and Colleen Comstock. Today, the business provides quality lodging for visitors while making a meaningful contribution to the Kenai Peninsula’s tourism economy. 
To learn more about Kenai Adventure Cabins and to book your stay, visit kenaiadventurecabins.com or call (907) 252-6767. You can also check them out on Facebook and Instagram.
