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THE FISHING SHACK - NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023

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WELL STOCKED KITCHEN
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12147.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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153 Strawberry Rd, Ketchikan, AK, 99901
  • Totem Bight State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Port of Ketchikan
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Creek Street
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

THE FISHING SHACK - NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023

For the past 11 years, my buddies and I have been fishing in Ketchikan every summer. For the last 3 years we have joked about buying a house to give us a more permanent home in Alaska.

Well, last year I retired, pulled the trigger and bought an old abandoned shack that hadn't been lived in for the past 4 years.

I started with a brand-new roof. Added a brand-new deck. All new doors. Replaced windows. Then started an entire remodel of the inside that was completed April of 2023. The exterior has been stabilized, but still has a lot of work left to do.

The interior is where I've spent most of my focus. New appliances, new sheetrock, paint, furniture, TVs, beds, cabinets, flooring, new washing machine and dryer. EVERTHING has been re-done compared to what it originally looked like.

It is a really cool fishing shack!
It is located out north by Clover Pass and Knudson Cove. Perfect for fishermen heading out!

It is also less than one mile from South Point Higgins Beach which boasts the best sunsets in Ketchikan. After a successful day on the water, you and your fishing buddy can walk hand in hand down to the waterfront and experience the best view Alaska has to offer. (Rated 4.9 stars on Google reviews)

I have owned rentals before in St. George, UTAH and had a perfect 5-star rating. I don't want that to be jeopardized, that's why I'm letting you know it is a "work in progress". If you want the perfect, completely remodeled cabin that looks great on a postcard . . . this is NOT your place. The exterior looks a bit rough still. But the inside is AWESOME!

If you are concerned about anything, please reach out to me before booking. I want to make sure you won't be disappointed with my "work in progress".

We have a BBQ grill, big pot to boil crabs in, crab crackers and hammers . . . a mud room to take off wet clothing . . . TV's in every bedroom and living room . . . comfortable beds and pillows, and everything else you'll need to feed your X and Y chromosomes. And this place doesn't suck for the ladies either. My wife has done a good job making sure it has enough class to cater to couples and families and not just smelly fishermen. This place is really cool.

Upgrades are continually happening and my wife has helped me with wall hangings and decorations since these pictures were taken.

I hope you make as many memories at my little fishing shack as me and my buddies intend on making.
Again, any questions . . . please reach out to me before booking.

Property manager

ROGER NIX

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ketchikan

Located in Ketchikan, this holiday home is near the beach. Misty Fiords National Monument and Creek Street are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Ketchikan and Knudson Cove Marina. Mariah Charters and Grindall Island State Marine Park are also worth visiting.
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Ketchikan, AK

What's nearby

  • Totem Bight State Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Knudson Cove Marina - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Clover Pass Marina - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Port of Ketchikan - 22 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Creek Street - 22 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ward Cove Deli & Liquor - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salmon Falls Lodge & Resort - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Green Coffee Bean Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Galley - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Last Frontier Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE FISHING SHACK - NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE FISHING SHACK - NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE FISHING SHACK - NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is THE FISHING SHACK - NEWLY REMODELED IN 2023 located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Knudson Cove Marina, Totem Bight State Park and Clover Pass Marina. Mariah Charters and Refuge Cove State Recreation Site are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Great location away from the cruise traffic, recently renovated, and extremely comfortable!

We traveled to Ketchikan for a family guys trip and had an exceptional experience at The Fishing Shack! Checking into the house was a breeze and even before we arrived, the owner sent us a multiple-page document with house information, things to do, and nearby restaurants/stores. I've never received anything so detailed and it was very helpful being that we've never stayed in the area before. The location was perfect being on the Northern end of town as this allowed us to stay clear of all the cruise ship traffic downtown. And even when we wanted to venture downtown to eat or walk around, it was only a 15-minute drive. The house was recently renovated and the owners did a fantastic job doing so! The exterior was beautiful and had a huge porch and the interior was decorated very nicely and was very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with just about anything you could need or want so there wasn't much that we had to bring in - except for bottled water and beer! The bedrooms were all comfortable and everyone had plenty of room to spread out. The bathrooms were all very nice and had good water pressure. Everything in the house was in great working order! The owner, Roger, was extremely accommodating and provided excellent recommendations. We had a hard time finding a fishing charter and Roger set us up with someone who was able to squeeze us into their schedule and was fantastic - we caught a few coho salmon and a giant 38" king! This is the perfect place to stay in Ketchikan!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

Nice place. Great host

Very nice, great host. Close to nice beach. Thought we could see the ocean from house but you cannot
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy L.

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

Very clean and well stocked

Would definitely book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

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

Family trip

Fishing and Exploring Ketchikan, Alaska! The property was cozy, well stocked, and perfect for the family.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William E.

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

Family Fishing Trip

Flawless. Wonderfully renovated. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew J.

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

Strawberry Rd

Property is awesome - nice deck, well stocked, everything you need
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Ketch me if you Kan!

We had an incredible stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

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

Awesome Fishing Trip

Thanks to Roger and his Fishing Shack, my buddies and I had an awesome fishing trip in Ketchikan. The place was comfortable, beautiful and updated inside, and well equipped with essentials for our adventure. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by ROGER NIX

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I love Alaska, hunting, fishing, crabbing, adventure, and the outdoors.
A piece of my heart gets left here every time I visit.

Eventually, more of my heart was in Alaska than my home state of Utah.

Why they chose this property

My buddies and I have had a long-time dream of owning soil in Alaska where we can retreat, remind ourselves of the true meaning of life, and re-charge our batteries.

THIS is the property where we chose to do those things.

We hope you enjoy it! Its a funky little shack that we have sunk time, energy, and effort in to make it livable and a place to call home.