Blue Heron B&B at Glacier Bay and Guest Cottages Quarter Mile Dock Rd Box 77 (Glacier Bay) Gustavus Alaska 99826 USA Phone: +1-907-697-2337 Fax: +1-907-697-2293

General Information

Blue Heron B&B offers panoramic views of the Fairweather Mts. and 10 acres of brilliant wildflowers. This seaside retreat consists of a craftsman-built 8-sided cedar home, 2 Deluxe View Rooms in Heron House and 2 new Deluxe Cottages with kitchenettes. The stunning sunroom is available to all guests along with an onsite gift shop and library of naturalist materials. Rooms are appointed with binoculars, tasteful Alaskan artwork, books, games, tv/vcr, private tub and shower, table and chairs; all have high ceilings and many windows for an airy feeling. View Rooms have one Queen bed per room with plush sheets, duvets and comforters; both Cottages have 2 Queen beds and kitchenettes. Lupine features an extra set of full, adult-sized bunk beds and Fireweed can accommodate an extra sleeping cot, if necessary. Porches are a perfect place to take in a romantic sunrise or sunset! Kitchens are amply supplied with beautiful glassware, dishes, cutlery and cooking supplies as well as spices and select condiments. A grocery store is even across the street for any provisions you may want.

A picnic area is onsite along with barbecues.
Road bikes allow guests to explore nearby galleries, cafes and trails. Blue Heron TOURS will even book all your adventures--they make it as easy as 1,2,3.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Kitchenette
• There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is $ 110.00
• Double occupancy rate is $ 145.00
• Other Accommodations: Deluxe View Rooms
  Lupine Cottage has 2 Queen beds, plus bunkbeds; able to sleep 6+, includes kitchenette, tv/vcr, tub/shower, bbq's and access to laundry, freezer; double in 1 Queen bed @$185; $80 each additional adult,$0-$50 each additional child. Fireweed Cottage has 2 Queen beds, possible rollaway, sleeps 4+; includes tv/vcr,tub/shower, stove/oven, stocked kitchen, bbq's, refrig. Double starts @$185 ($80 each additional adult), $0-$50 each additional child. Both cabins include access to bikes on a first come-first served basis.

Meals

• A Gourmet & healthy option breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 6 a.m.- 10 am.
• Breakfast is served in the Cottage, if requested, Sunroom, Breakfast/dining area
• Additional food services included in room rate: Coffee/tea service, Afternoon tea
• Special meals available: specified by guest, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Deb's Omelets to taste (Smoked Salmon, Veggie, Gr
  Only the best smoked wild salmon is used in this amazing dish of fluffy eggs, filling and topped with sour cream and capers. A true gourmets' delight!
  
  Some guest favorites are an array of sweet breads, freshly ground wheat or hot oat cereal for healthminded appetites, Sourdough French toast with center cut bacon or ham, or a berry laden waffle! Please advise us if you have any special dietary needs so we can plan ahead. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is allowed outside only (in designated areas)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets (recommend the Pet Nanny in Juneau)
• Children are welcome (well-behaved ($0-$20/child))
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (We hold reservations with a credit card and ask for 50% deposit within 10 days of the reservation. The remainder is due within 60 days of arrival, if possible. (1 nite, 100% deposit))
• Check in time is 2 pm (flexible) and Check out time is 11am (flexible)
• Cancellations:
  We may charge a $50 re-booking/cancellation fee if a reservation is cancelled more than 30 days prior to arrival. Any cancellations 30 days or closer to arrival time is subject to forfeiture of fees unless we are able to re-book the entire reservation. Then, only a $50 fee may be charged.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • B&B Association of the State of Alaska
  • Bed & Breakfast Association of the Inside Passage (BBAAIP)
  • Frommer's Guide
  • Juneau Convention and Visitors' Bureau
  • Triple A (pending)

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is 8-sided cedar, cedar cottages and guesthouse
• Opened for business in 1997
• Access for the disabled is limited
• Parking available (van service; parking for rental vehicles)

Location

• Geographic region: Southeast Alaska
• Location is best described as: 45 miles from Juneau, B&B in the heart of Gustavus, Gustavus is the Gateway to Glacier Bay, adjacent to Natl Park, alongside Icy Strait, near the Outer Coast, Countryside, Mountains, Oceanside, Village
  
• Nearest major city: Juneau, AK (45 miles northwest)
• Directions to property:
  Blue Heron is only 2 miles from the Gustavus airport where guests are greeted by hosts with a courtesy van. This B&B is ideally situated for your Glacier Bay adventures-- great location, easy access to pristine beaches, Salmon River, parks, playgrounds, galleries, cafes, restaurants and store. For the true sightseer, we might suggest an earlier arrival by flying to Gustavus in one of the smaller planes (single engine plane up to a Caravan) with space available for four to ten passengers. Flights are all accessible from Juneau International Airport and are easy to arrange. We can book you with a local carrier based out of Gustavus or Juneau. Flights average about 30 minutes and give you a bird's eye view of mountains, wildlife, fishing boats and magnificent water patterns.
• Nearest major airport: JNU 45 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Juneau Airport is only about 45 miles from Glacier Bay and visitors take either the evening jet (14 mintues) or a smaller aircraft (25 minutes)to Gustavus where van service will be awaiting your arrival and the start of an amazing vacation or retreat.
• Meeting places:
  • B&B sunroom commons area
  • picnic areas
  • wildlfower meadow
  • Airport

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Deb Woodruff and Charlie Clements
  As lifelong Alaskans, Deb and Charlie will share their beautiful ten acre homestead with you and insight into breathtaking Glacier Bay. Interests include: gardening, photography, films, sea kayaking, reading, woodworking, fine dining, boating.
• The innkeepers speak: Limited Greek, Some Japanese, English, Spanish

Area Attractions

Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Salmon River, Wildlife Viewing, Glacier Bay National Park, Picnic area, Religious Services, River

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseshoes, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Glacier Bay Tours, photo safaris, eco tours, sailing and kayaking, flightseeing, whalewatching, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Video Arcade, Water sports