Misty Fiords National Monument - 17 min drive - 17.5 km
Port of Ketchikan - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
Creek Street - 21 min drive - 20.6 km
Getting around
Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Ward Cove Deli & Liquor - 9 min drive
Salmon Falls Lodge & Resort - 7 min drive
The Green Coffee Bean Company - 9 min drive
Dockside Galley - 4 min drive
Last Frontier Restaurant - 3 min drive
About this property
2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View
Property highlights
2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
Books
Room features
All guestrooms at 2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View include comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
Smart TVs with cable channels
Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchens
Property manager
Damion & Christina Ripley
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: internet access
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor furniture
More
Books
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Heating
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Smart TV
Food and drink
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Coffee grinder
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining table
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Outdoor space
Deck or patio
More
Dryer
Iron/ironing board
Mobile key entry
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: Cleanup All Pet Waste, and Kennel if unattended.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Frequently asked questions
Is 2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at 2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View located?
Situated in Ketchikan, this bed & breakfast is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Totem Bight State Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mariah Charters and Refuge Cove State Recreation Site. Refuge Cove and Settlers Cove State Recreational Site are also within 6 mi (10 km).
2nd Story Guest House with a Spectacular View Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Steven H., Boulder, CO. USA
14 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Ketchikan vacation
Super convenient and perfect place to stay. Christina and Damion are great hosts. It's our second time staying here and will be back next year.
Steven H.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
David C.
13 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Ketchikan Trip
Most everything was great. We did have some inconvenient water pressure issues, but owner took care of it as soon as they could. Clean, with a great view of the ocean. The one bedroom is a little noisy with the house right on the main road.
David C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nehemiah S.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view; pics do not do justice
Perfect place to stay around Ketchikan.
Generously sized private apartment with a full kitchen, two bedrooms and a pull-out couch bed.
We visited for about a week in July. As was our luck or lack thereof, it was an odd rainless week in Ketchikan and extremely sunny. As a result, although it was cool outdoors, it was necessary to open all the windows and doors open during the day to keep it cool. The road is busy so if you open the windows to keep it cool, it may be a bit noisy. At night however we were cool without having to keep windows/doors open.
Overall it was a very pleasant place to stay and we would certainly recommend it.
Nehemiah S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joe G.
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Value Rental with Terrific View
The unit is really nice for a small group. The hosts are wonderful. The view from the wrap around deck is spectacular.
Joe G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Doug B.
28 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for the weekend
Nice convenient location with boat trailer parking. Great for fishing weekends.
Doug B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roy E.
10 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual fishing trip
Adorable, great location, well outfitted, and a great view. Would recommend this to family and friends.
Roy E.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nadia C.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
5 stars
This location was great for our family vacation. The property had everything we needed. The owners had plenty of towels, extra toiletries and even some snacks in the kitchen. It was easy to communicate with the owners as well. The view is incredible. We would absolutely stay here again.
The property was wonderful. The view was magnificent. The place was clean and very comfortable. It wasn't pretentious but it wasn't shabby chic either. The fee was more than reasonable too.
We highly, highly recommend staying here!
Anne
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Keshia P.
9 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Ketchikan Get away
This two bedroom cozy home with water views of nearby islands, Prince of Whales was a great place for our family of four. Damion and Christina provided everything we needed for the duration of our stay. The North side of the island is incredibly beautiful with easy access to come great hiking trails and local Ketchikan beaches. Damion checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed and to answer any questions along the way. We highly recommend this VRBO and would definitely stay with our family again!
Well maintained, the view is beautiful, fully stocked with essentials, away from the tourist side of town.
Curtains cover over the windows could reduce pm heat.
Bob
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
clark s.
24 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place
The perfect place for the sportsman. Damian has a good knowledge of the area and the sea. For us he gave good suggestions of where to go fish. He also provided a freezer for our catch.
clark s.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ann C.
3 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Views
The view from the deck is absolutely beautiful. The first night we were there, we watched whales. Then if you were up early enough you could see the cruise ships.
Ann C.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris M., Lenexa, Kansas, USA
24 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The view goes on for miles!
Stayed at the Guard Island Guesthouse with my two college-aged sons while we were fishing in Ketchikan for several days. The hosts had done a wonderful job of setting up the home with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The home is located about 10 miles outside of Ketchikan, so a car is more or less a necessity, but it was absolutely worth it to get away from the cruise docks. The view from the back deck across the Inside Passage really cannot be beat!