Your Hosts
Your hosts, Barbara Bigelow and Richard Smith, desire that you experience a private retreat away from the cares of everyday life and have a memorable visit.
Living Room - View
Living Room - View
Study
Study
Bedroom
Bedroom
Kitchen
Kitchen
Dining
Dining
Path to Beach
Path to Beach
Waypoint Inn at Herring Bay
Spectacular, secluded, Waypoint Inn at Herring Bay, is located on the water in George Inlet. This large, smartly furnished studio-style suite is ideal for a special vacation, honeymoon or retreat.
Waypoing Inn at Herring Bay exterior Sunrise from Deck

Description
This quiet studio suite has its own entrance and large private deck. Located two stories above the water, guests have a spectacular view of the ocean, surrounding islands and mountains. The fully-outfitted kitchen and comfortable sitting area has an open floor plan with a queen bed, full-size sofa bed, cable television, fax, VCR, washer/dryer and private telephone. Unique nautical furnishings designed with the vacation traveler in mind.

Wireless internet service is provided.

Breakfast
The kitchen is stocked with coffee, assorted teas, bottled water, pancake mix, pure maple syrup, assorted dry cereals, oatmeal and waffles. You can select additional breakfast items of juice, fruit in season, eggs, muffins, pastries and other items from the self-serve guest menu.

Location
This home is located SOUTH OF TOWN at Milepost 8 South Tongass which is about 10-15 minutes from downtown Ketchikan and about 20 minutes from the ferry. It is about 2 1/2 miles south of the Mountain Point boat ramp right on the fishing grounds for King (Chinook) and Silver (Coho) salmon.

Summer Rates (May 1 - Sept. 30)
Maximum of four guests:
   Up to three guests: $175 + 6.5% tax
   Additional guest: $35 + $6.5% tax
   Minimum 4-night stay required.
Due to the open stairwell, this suite is not recommended for children under six years old!

Winter Rates (Oct. 1 - Apr. 30)
Maximum of four guests:   
  One or two guests: $125 + 6.5% tax
  Each additional guest: $35 + 6.5% tax
  Minimum 4-night stay required.
Not recommended for children under six years old.

Weekly and Monthly Rate - Year Round
   Based on Double Occupancy:
   Weekly rate:  $950 + tax
   Monthly rate: $2,800 + tax

Rates may be negotiable for longer term rentals in off-season.
Rates subject to change without notice.

Smoking Policy
SMOKING ALLOWED OUTSIDE ONLY

Pet Policy
Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Transportation
Ketchikan and the airport are separated by water and transportation to the town is by the airport ferry which meets all flights.  The Ketchikan Transporter provides door to door service from and to the airport for all arriving and departing flights. For more information call 907-225-9800.  Tongass Water Taxi also meets flights at the airport, weather dependent. You will see their personnel in the baggage claim area or you can call Rich at (907) 225-TAXI.

Taxi cabs are available on the town side at the airport ferry dock and at the Alaska Marine Highway ferry terminal. To homes outside the city, it is usually better to rent a car. If you would like to rent a car, we recommend Alaska Car Rental.  They have offices in town and at the airport. They offer courtesy transfers. You can get a discount with Alaska Car Rental if you book online and use my code KRSWANDA or by calling toll free 800-662-0007.

The Bus operates three routes within the city limits and along Tongass Avenue as far South as Mile 4/Rotary Beach (GREEN LINE to RED LINE); and North to Mile 10/Totem Bight State Historical Park (BLUE LINE) Monday-Friday only. The fare is $1 (Adult) and $.50 (student 5 years and up) per person (exact change required in U.S. currency). No charge for immediate transfer to next bus. See the Bus Route and The Bus Schedule online. Bus Schedule and Rate subject to change. You should check their web page for up-to-date information.

 

Deposit and Confirmations
Full payment is required on one and two night stays at the time the reservation is made. A minimum advance deposit of the first two nights paid in full or 50% of the total reservation is required on stays of three (3) nights or more. Upon receipt of your deposit, a confirmation will be sent by mail, fax or e-mail with your bed and breakfast or vacation rental information, map, directions, and travel insurance information. The balance due, if any, is payable to KRS 60 days prior to your scheduled arrival and can be paid by personal check, cashier's check, postal money order or a major credit card.

Cancellations and Refunds
We appreciate notification as early as possible if you need to cancel or change your reservation. All cancellations are subject to a processing fee of $25 plus tax. Cancellation penalties are as follows:

Stays 1-6 nights: Cancellations made prior to 30 days before the scheduled arrival date are entitled to a full refund less a $25 processing fee. There are no refunds for cancellations made within 30 days of the scheduled arrival date.
Stays 7 nights or more: Cancellations made prior to 60 days before the scheduled arrival date are entitled to a full refund less a $25 processing fee. There are no refunds for cancellations made within 60 days of the scheduled arrival date.
Travel Insurance: Optional travel insurance is available to protect you from loss of your deposit due to trip cancellation and interruption. The cost is 7% of your total reservation amount and can be added on request. Select the AIG Travel Guard link below for more information.
Click here to see AIG Travel Guard Vacation Rental Protection Plan