You'll find that Alaska Starts Here

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6116 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Ketchikan, AK

Totem Bight State Park9 min drive
Settlers Cove State Recreational Site9 min drive
Port of Ketchikan25 min drive
Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.)27 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Chinook

2 Single Beds

Coho

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First Floor Restroom

Toilet

Half Bath

Towels provided · Toilet

Master Bath Second floor

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Cabin Baleen is located in the back pocket of some of the best fishing Alaska and America has to offer. The fish range from salmon and halibut to trout and cod. Clover Pass Resort is walking distance where you will find charter boats as well as rental skiffs. Another mile up the road is Knutzen Cove marina who also have skiffs for rent.
Laura, Alex's most loving wife, is also a great asset to your stay here, especially if you speak Spanish or Portuguese. Laura is a world traveler and great conversationalist.
This vacation rental is a fully equipped home including a stove and refrigerator dishwasher, as well as a washer and dryer. There are two bedrooms with four extra long twin beds and 1.5 baths.
I'm happy to share my extensive knowledge with you about all things Ketchikan which includes where to find the types of fish you're targeting and the techniques I like to use to bring them in.

Property manager

Alex MacGillivray

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Barbecue grill

Eagles are plentiful all summer and you can get some good photos.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Do not clean fish or game on the property.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ketchikan

Located in Ketchikan, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Refuge Cove State Recreation Site and Misty Fiords National Monument, while Tongass Historical Museum and Dolly's House Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ketchikan, AK

What's nearby

Totem Bight State Park - 9 min drive
Settlers Cove State Recreational Site - 9 min drive
Ward Lake - 23 min drive
Port of Ketchikan - 25 min drive
Creek Street - 26 min drive

Getting around

Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

The Green Coffee Bean Company - 14 min drive
Ward Cove Deli & Liquor - 14 min drive
Dockside Galley - 4 min drive
Fishermens Galley - 4 min drive
Last Frontier Restaurant - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is You'll find that Alaska Starts Here pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at You'll find that Alaska Starts Here?

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at You'll find that Alaska Starts Here on 15 May 2024 start from AU$599.57, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at You'll find that Alaska Starts Here?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You'll find that Alaska Starts Here?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is You'll find that Alaska Starts Here located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Totem Bight State Park, Settlers Cove State Recreational Site and Refuge Beach. Mariah Charters and Refuge Cove State Recreation Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Noe T.

16 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ketchikan Trip

Convenient location for fishing trip and other outdoor activities. Bedrooms only have twin beds a full-size or queen would have been nice. But overall a great stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

'Coho Fishing Base Camp'

The location and accomodations were more than suitable for our specific requirements ! Our host Alex was very friendly and attentive to our needs and when our group had to deal with some unforseen sudden changes . We would highly reccomend this property to anyone !

Stayed 16 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

30 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd Stay

This was our second stay at this property because it’s a great fit for a “guys” trip. Comfortable and close to the 2 marinas.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

21 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We fished with Alaska Fishing Company and they dock at Clover Pass - this house was so close and was perfectly located for our early mornings at the dock. The house was easy to find and clean. The absence of a larger bed (only 4 twins) was a little odd but it worked fine for us for such a short stay. It was so quiet and the drive to town was beautiful and didn't take long.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim W., Roseville, CA, USA

16 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location - Close to Fishing - Short Drive to Town

We had a great stay at the property. All was functional and working. Beds were comfortable and had plenty of rest for active days. Owner was responsive and a wealth of knowledge on activities. We had four adults and were comfortable for our stay. We spent a few days fishing and a few days exploring town and hiking. Highly recommended! Thanks Alex - really enjoyed the trip - just wish we had more time there.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Alex MacGillivray

Alex came to Ketchikan in February of 1998 under a contact from the local hospital from Detroit, Michigan and never left, once he caught his first salmon. He was hooked, just like you will be.
Settling into the Clover Pass area, eleven miles north of town, to be closer to the docks and closer to the fish was a decision that lead him to open his property to the world and to share his love of fishing and Alaska to anyone who wished to come visit.

Why they chose this property

Clover Pass Resort and Knudsen Cove marinas are both in very close proximity to Cabin Baleen and both have boats to rent as well as blast freezers to capture the beauty and freshness of your catch for the time to come. But don't let the fish wait for more than 12 months or the freshness will fade.

What makes this property unique

Alex has an intimate knowledge of fishing techniques and all the sweet spots north of town as well as some high producing sites south of town and near the Canadian boarder. No matter if you're looking for salmon or bottom fish, Alex has the spots for you