Title: Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. Vacation home in Ketchikan ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115350000/115349400/115349379/b544b7bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115350000/115349400/115349379/8c2125f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115350000/115349400/115349379/59b3f9b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115350000/115349400/115349379/e4d8db43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115350000/115349400/115349379/9d4460ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. Welcome to Alder Cabin, your cozy Alaskan getaway nestled in the lush forest just 15 minutes north of downtown Ketchikan. Tucked away on nearly an acre of private land, this classic, old-school cabin offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of rustic charm and modern cleanliness. Step inside and you'll find a warm, wood-filled interior that exudes simple, timeless character. Whether you're relaxing after a day of fishing, hiking, or berry picking, Alder Cabin is the perfect place to unwind. \-Entire cabin to yourself– no other rentals on the property \-Short walk to scenic Whipple Creek \-Just 5 minutes to Knudson Cove Marina \-15 minutes from downtown Ketchikan \-Charming, old-style craftsmanship with lots of wood interior \-Peaceful setting on nearly an acre \-Seasonal wild berries right on the property Ideal for travelers looking for a quiet base while exploring the beauty of Southeast Alaska. This cozy retreat features 1 queen bed and 4 twin beds. Enjoy the sounds of the forest, watch for eagles overhead, and soak in the simplicity of cabin life with easy access to adventure just minutes away. Come experience the magic of Alder Cabin – a little slice of Ketchikan charm, just far enough from town to feel like your own private escape. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102420000/102411700/102411684/76156f23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nestled At the Top of two famous Totem pole Parks Enjoyable, comfortable house Ketchikan - Kitchen - Laundry - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=102411684&PinnedHotelID=102411684&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46280000/46275100/46275012/edf22a1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Diamond House, cozy home in a park-like setting Ketchikan - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 20 reviews CA $162 CA $351 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=46275012&PinnedHotelID=46275012&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106250000/106243600/106243573/6d9fe536.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 1 bedroom apartment in Enjoyable Ketchikan with WiFi. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=55.44453,-131.79692&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:k%7BlqIvqlc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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Vi769Y_TWZaT1iFh7w71_lhEF2s=) Ketchikan, AK #### What's nearby - Totem Bight State Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km - Clover Pass Marina - 8 min drive - 5.8 km - Ward Lake - 17 min drive - 11.4 km - Port of Ketchikan - 23 min drive - 22.3 km - Creek Street - 23 min drive - 22.3 km #### Getting around - Ketchikan, AK (KTN-Ketchikan Intl.) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Thornlow's Waterfront Bar - ‬13 min drive - ‪Salmon Falls Resort - ‬9 min drive - ‪Rose's Caboose - ‬13 min drive - ‪Salmon Falls Lodge - ‬9 min drive - ‪Local Grounds - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. located? > Situated in Ketchikan, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Totem Bight State Park, Mariah Charters, and Refuge Cove State Recreation Site. Knudson Cove Marina is 3 mi (4.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Cabin Retreat – Walk to Whipple Creek, Private nearly acre. Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful time staying here. The place was very clean and charming. We enjoyed the close location to many outdoor activities and beaches and felt very comfortable the entire time. We would definitely go back! ##### Ryan Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon Sep 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Everything about this place is amazing. Very quiet outside of town. Little tricky to find but have no complaints ##### Jon Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Albert T. Sep 8, 2025 ##### Albert T. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025