Description
Discover the untamed beauty of Tutka Falls, a stunning 5-acre private inholding set deep within Alaska's breathtaking Kachemak Bay State Wilderness Park. Surrounded by old-growth forest, soaring ridge lines, and the serene Tutka River tidal estuary, this rare property offers true seclusion, one of only two private parcels within a 50-square-mile stretch of protected wilderness. The nearest neighbor is over a mile away, ensuring unmatched privacy and solitude. Despite its remoteness, Tutka Falls is easily reached by boat from nearby Homer or Seldovia Village, offering the perfect balance of wild isolation and practical access. At the heart of the property, a magnificent 160-foot waterfall cascades year-round through mossy rock, filling the air with the calming sound of rushing water. A pure-mountain creek provides abundant fresh water and excellent potential for sustainable hydroelectric power, making it ideal for a fully off-grid lifestyle. A partially completed 500-square-foot workshop provides a dry, functional space to begin bringing your vision to life, whether you're building a backcountry cabin, an artist's studio, or a one-of-a-kind wilderness retreat. DETAILS:- 5.0 Acres- 400'+ of costal frontage- reliable, year-round fresh water source with hydroelectric potential- private inholding within protected state lands AMBIANCE:- 160' (+/-) private waterfall- private stream- fronts the Tutka River tidal estuary ENVIRONS:- located entirely within Alaska's 400,000 acre Kachemak Bay State Park & Kachemak Bay State Wilderness Park- nearest neighbor is a mile away (the only other private landowner within almost 50 square miles) ACCESS:- ~16 miles from Homer / ~40 minutes by boat- ~10 miles from Jakalof Bay / ~20 minutes by boat IMPROVEMENTS:- 500 Square Foot workshop (in progress)- 3,500lb offshore mooring POTENTIAL:- ample buildable envelopes at base of the property- additional buildable envelopes above the waterfall - micro-hydroelectric (year-round stream with hundreds of feet of hydrostatic head)- solar with ample south-southwest exposure
Details
| MLS # | 26-4850 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Days On Site | 155 |
| Listing Provided By | RE/MAX Dynamic Properties - Eagle River Branch | Scott Myers |
Features
| Zoning | UNK - Unknown |
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| Acreage | 5.00 |
| Property View | Bay, Mountain(s), Unobstructed |
Exterior
| Lot Features | Level, Gentle Sloping, Steep Slope, Bluff |
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Location
| Access Co Access | Floatplane, Water |
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| Frontage Type | Bay/Harbor, Inlet, Oceanfront |
| Road Responsibility | No Road |
| Wtrfrnt Hyphen Access Sp Near Co Wtrfrnt Hyphen Access Sp Near | Bay, Creek, Inlet, Ocean |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 509.12 |
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| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Tax Map Number | N/A |
| Tax Legal Description | T 9S R 12W SEC 3 Seward Meridian SL 0004709 US Survey 4709 |
Area Information
| State | AK |
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| City | Remote |
| Zip Code | 99603 |
| Area | 1B Kenai Peninsula Borough |
| Subarea | South Side of Kachemak Bay |
| School District | Remote - No School |
| Elementary School | Remote - No School |
| High School | Remote - No School |
| Listing VS Median (in 99603) | |
Price: $525,000 low | high Med: $577,000 On site: 155 low | high Med: 145 | |
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| State | AK |
|---|---|
| City | Remote |
| Zip Code | 99603 |
| Area | 1B Kenai Peninsula Borough |
| Subarea | South Side of Kachemak Bay |
| School District | Remote - No School |
| Elementary School | Remote - No School |
| High School | Remote - No School |
| Listing VS Median (in 99603) | |
Price: $525,000 low | high Med: $577,000 On site: 155 low | high Med: 145 | |