Apartment

The Bear Den. Water view, eagle view, deer and black bear, cover deck and BBQ.

Apartment with kitchen, near Port of Ketchikan

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Interior
Living area
Living area
Private outside entrance with private deck
Like a tree house!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Creek Street
  • Place, Port of Ketchikan
  • Place, Dolly's House Museum
  • Airport, Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

The Bear Den. Water view, eagle view, deer and black bear, cover deck and BBQ.

The Bear Den is nestled high amongst the evergreen trees where the bald eagles and Ravens fly and the deer and occasional black bears roam. You will have an ocean view from the private covered deck, the living space as well as when you are relaxing on the luxurious king size bed.

If you feel like cooking, use the fully equipped kitchen or the BBQ on the deck with outside seating. Don’t want to cook on vacation? The Bear Den is walking distance to several restaurants, a grocery store and the downtown district which includes historical Creek Street. We have both a local brewery as well as a distillery.

Ketchikan is one of the busiest float planes sites in the world. It is wonderful to look out the window as they are taking off and landing.


The Rain Bird hiking trail is a five minute walk away and for a challenge, the Deer Mountain trailhead is only a five minute drive.

Ketchikan has many opportunities for visitors to experience Alaska. Fishing charters, whale watching, kayaking, ATVs and a logging show are just a few of the options. You can also walk to the Totem Heritage Museum, The Ketchikan Historical museum or the Southeast Discovery Center.

The Bear Den is located on the lower level of our multi-level cliff side home overlooking the Tongass Narrows. It has it’s own private set of stairs on the right side as you walk down the driveway. Parking is available at street level, just look for the “Bear Den” sign.

We have a swing set, basketball hoop and trampoline and outdoor fire pit which you are welcome to use.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ketchikan

Ketchikan is home to this apartment. Port of Ketchikan and Knudson Cove Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Black Sands Beach State Marine Park and Mariah Charters.
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Ketchikan, AK

What's nearby

  • Misty Fiords National Monument - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Creek Street - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Port of Ketchikan - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Stedman–Thomas Historic District - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Dolly's House Museum - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arctic Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bush Pilots' Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Alaskan Oysters - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Annabelle's Famous Keg and Chowderhouse - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear Den. Water view, eagle view, deer and black bear, cover deck and BBQ. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bear Den. Water view, eagle view, deer and black bear, cover deck and BBQ.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bear Den. Water view, eagle view, deer and black bear, cover deck and BBQ.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bear Den. Water view, eagle view, deer and black bear, cover deck and BBQ. located?

Situated in Ketchikan, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Misty Fiords National Monument and Port of Ketchikan. PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center and Southeast Alaska Discovery Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Cozy and perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaeson H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay for you and your family! The hosts were very kind and family oriented, you feel safe in the neighborhood, and the views are unmatched! We would stay here again if we ever make the trip again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conrad H.

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

Great Stay

Was an amazing stay, very comfortable and an amazing spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this place is beautiful the p
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

Loved the Bear Den!

This place was ideal for us, and met all our needs. Close to everything, a lovely view of trees and the waterfront, and the hosts were very accommodating. Highly recommend this place and Ketchikan.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the bear den was perfect! Comfortable, cozy and clean. It has been my favorite place to ever stay! We saw an eagle in the tree right off the front porch! The scenery was amazing and it was so nice to do a fishing charter and go back to a house to make the food you just caught. We enjoyed every single day in Ketchikan and it was so nice to have a wonderful place to relax in the afternoons on the porch and sleep well so the next day you can get up and explore again! Great place to make memories! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Incredible view, perfect location

We absolutely loved Don and Brenda’s place. Location is walking distance to everything including public bus to both totem parks. Views are spectacular and the trees off the deck are full of eagles. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vitaliy K.

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

Nice place, great location, easy access.

Came to Ketchikan for business and I’m glad I picked this place, nice and private, great view, easy to get to and very clean. Thank you Don.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We very much enjoyed our stay. It has all needed amenities including laundry which we did use one day after one of our excursions. If we come back to Ketchikan we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was very clean, in a good location, and had every thing we needed. Even lots of seasonings. We had a very good time. The only downside was the apartment is on the ground floor with the owner's home above. We could always hear walking above, but one day, there was running, stomping, a loud crash, etc. It was a rainy day, and we were trying to relax and read. I believe the grandkids were visiting, and they couldn't go outside either.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay! The space is beautiful and well set up! Communication was easy and fast. Lovely place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

chuck h.

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

Wonderful Place

This was truly a great place to stay. The house was stocked with all of the essentials and sparkling Clean! I would definately recommend this place and stay there again myself. Chuck Hayden
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie C.

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

Great little place appeared to be Brand New. Very clean and close to everything

I will definitely saty agin if its available when i return
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Eonderful

Beautiful place and so relaxing. Love it and would consider it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie H.

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

New, clean apartment.

Great location. Very clean apartment with a full kitchen. BBQ available. Great view off the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute 1 bedroom

We loved the location to the Gateway Aquatic Center. Very nice accommodations & a comfortable stay overall. The only thing I would nit-pick is that the cupboard with the glasses & coffee cups had a layer of something powdery under them.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

douglas w.

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

Great Little Place

A nice place at the top of the hill on Water Street/2nd Ave. Small efficiency nestled in the woods, very comfortable, excellent facilities with stove, oven, and refrigerator for cooking our own meals. Nice walk down the hill to town for shopping and dinner. Very Good Parking!! With the cramped Ketchikan parking conditions this property has Excellent parking, we never had a problem.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willard Everett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views, very comfortable, excellent King-size bed. Everything brand new. Hosts through of every need in terms of utensils, streaming TV availability. The stairs are a bit daunting for us older beings. BBQ useful. Covered deck views the inside passage. Very comfortable, highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeff h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, Clean Accommodation. Owners take great pride in keeping this up.Amazing views of the Sound, you can see Cruise Ships, Float Planes and Bald Eagles Flying in between the trees.Very thoughtfully equipped with so many small but important items. (i.e. earplugs for snorers...)Kitchen has everything to cook if you so desire. (We cooked fresh Salmon)Without a doubt the best Vacation Accommodation I've stayed at!!A Big Shout out to Don and Brenda for their efforts!!Thanks, Jeff and Diane
View from Room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property and it was in the perfect location for us. Nice views from our windows, comfortable, and just all around lovely place. We could easily walk to the historic downtown. We also had rented a car which was nice to have to drive north and south to various hiking locations and sights. We would definitely recommend staying at this VRBO.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

norma c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice place we might be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great home base

The Bear Den was a great home base for our family of 4 in Ketchikan. We could easily head into town or south to see eagles and bears, or head north for open views and whale watching. The balcony was a great place to end the day with family games and a view. Comfy beds and setup. Loved this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ROGER B.

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

Little surprised

The property was very nice. It was very clean and very up to date. Even though they live on the premises I can only assume that the hosts felt that they did not want to impose upon our privacy. They never introduced themselves. I couldn't tell you what they look like. Never checked in on us to see how we were enjoying their place. I don't need to be babysitted but I just found it a little unusual compared to all the other informative and friendly hosts that we have stayed with on the numerous times we have visited Ketchikan.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tommy c.

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

Ketchikan adventures

Ketchikan adventures My time was awesome. The host was friendly and welcoming, and the amenities were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne A.

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

Soo easy and convenient.

This little apartment was perfect. The bed was devine. The place warm. Watching the trees in the windy storm was lovely.The branches seemed to dance. The host was very accomodating, we had parking in the driveway and felt very much at home. Thank you to our hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Don & Brenda Loughman

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Welcome! We are Brenda and Don Loughman. We have raised four beautiful children here in Ketchikan and now enjoy play time with our six grandchildren that we are so lucky to have all residing in right here in Ketchikan. Avid boaters, we love to be out on the water, fishing and exploring whenever we can.
Don owns a local construction company "Woodwright Construction" which will someday be passed down to his two sons. Brenda runs her own company as well "Computer Access" that serves people with low vision to assist in computer skills.

Why they chose this property

When looking for a lot to build our dream home we knew we wanted to be in town within short walking distance of schools, shops and stores and we also wanted to have a view of Ketchikan's waterfront, Tongasss Narrows. We bought this property as an undeveloped, wooded hillside lot. Although we could have cut all of the trees for a totally unobstructed view, we chose to keep most of them. With the house being built on a hill side, looking at the waterfront through the trees gives it a feel of being in a tree house. The bonus we received from leaving these trees is that the area immediately surrounding the house has now become a haven for Bald Eagles and their young. In the summer months its not uncommon to see 10-15 Bald Eagles keeping a watchful eye for fish scraps from the fish processing plant (Philips Cold Storage) below. One particular year there were so many eagles that we needed to go to the water front to get a proper count of all the white heads in these trees; we counted 80!

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