Scales & Shells

Perfectly located within walking distance to downtown Sitka, this beautifully decorated home is sure to put you at ease while you relax in the comfort of all the modern amenities available to you.

Enjoy views of Mount Edgecumbe volcano when you sit on the deck sipping your morning coffee while you smell the fresh ocean air or when come back at the end of the day to relax with a glass of wine and watch an amazing Sitka Sunset.

Indoors you will find luxurious furnishings tastefully done with convenience and functionality in mind as well as amenities unique to Scales and Shells. The open floor plan allows you to interact with the rest of your family and guests as you cook in a gourmet kitchen equipped with everything a chef would need to prepare a 5-star meal. Here you will find beautiful counter tops, stainless steel appliances, propane cooktop and oven, dishwasher and plenty of quality pots and pans in all sizes. Additional items such as a microwave, coffee maker and bean grinder, blender, toaster, mixer, utensils, and wine bottle opener are available for a perfect cooking experience.

The dining area seats six comfortably to enjoy your meals and there are also four stools at the kitchen island for additional seating.

The living room has a comfy sofa, loveseat and two chairs where you can gather to chat about the day or just veg out in front of the large flat panel TV.

The downstairs master bedroom has a King size plush mattress which will make you feel like you are sleeping on a cloud. All linens throughout the house are high quality; down comforters are available for every bed.

The bath features a soaking tub and shower head.

The extra guest bedrooms are a great place for kids or additional guests to sleep. Two guest rooms have king size beds, the fourth room has a queen size bed.

Newly added to one lower level guest room for additional sleeping, one over two twin bunk bed.

So invite your family and friends for a vacation at Scales and Shells you will never forget. You will simply love it here and want to make it a tradition for your family and friends every year.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• 3rd Times a Charm

  Stayed 7 days ending in June, 2026

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  Clark L from Decorah, IA recommends this vacation rental

  We have stayed in this property 3 years in a row and look forward to more! Clean, well stocked, million dollar view and great hosts!

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• Salmon gly fishing

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2025

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  Keith S from BLUE SPRINGS, Missouri recommends this vacation rental

  There were 8 of us in our party. The place was perfect for us. Plenty of comfy beds, the living room is very spacious. The kitchen was well stocked for us to cook and the location was great.I would definitely stay here again

  • Manager Responded on 8/31/2025

    Thank you for the kind review, Keith! We hope to welcome you back to Scales and Shells in the future!

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• Sitka Sensation!

  Stayed 6 days ending in June, 2025

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  Clark L from Decorah, IA recommends this vacation rental

  This was the second time we rented this home and will not be the last!

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• Pleasant stay

  Stayed 7 days ending in January, 2025

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  Jason D from Anchorage, Alaska recommends this vacation rental

  Clean spacious living arrangements.

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• Sitka Pool Tournment..

  Stayed 6 days ending in October, 2024

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  Delia W from Ketchikan, AK recommends this vacation rental

  it was the perfect size for our group. it was within walking distance to our different tournament sites. there was everything we needed to prepare our meals and enjoy our time together.

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• Highly Recommend Sitka Rentals

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2024

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  a guest from Cedar, Michigan recommends this vacation rental

  Professional, organized process, excellent rental

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• Sitka Perfect!

  Stayed 6 days ending in May, 2024

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  Clark L from Decorah, IA recommends this vacation rental

  This house was amazing! The kitchen and coffee bar was well stocked and the beds are very comfortable! 5 star property for us!

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• OBI Seafoods

  Stayed 32 days ending in April, 2024

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  OBI S recommends this vacation rental

  The property is just what we needed, We really enjoy it, Thank You!

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• Wonderful place. So many amenities. Beautiful view!

  Stayed 5 days ending in March, 2024

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  Rosalie N from Juneau, AK recommends this vacation rental

  Perfect location near downtown

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• Sitka by the Sea

  Stayed 4 days ending in December, 2023

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  Dianne B from Anchorage , Alaska recommends this vacation rental

  We traveled to sitka for a celebration of life and this rental property was a perfect place to stay. Very accommodating and quick to respond.
  Very well equipped house.
  
  

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• Fishermen’s Hangout

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2023

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  a guest from Sammamish, WA recommends this vacation rental

  Great house for a large group. It fit our needs very well. Clean and comfortable.

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• Sitka

  Stayed 4 days ending in July, 2023

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  Shannon M from Pocatello, ID recommends this vacation rental

  Very comfortable. Great location and the best beds

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• Awesome House!

  Stayed 4 days ending in June, 2023

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  a guest from Sitka, Alaska recommends this vacation rental

  We gathered as a family here and had a great experience. Sitka Travel helped us with all the details to make it memorable. The view was stunning and the location close to town and shops to make getting around easy. The kitchen had everything we needed so we could cook easily. All in all a great time!

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• Great place to stay in Sitka

  Stayed 5 days ending in April, 2023

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  Spruce R recommends this vacation rental

  We stayed at Scales & Shells during a work event in Sitka. The house was clean and well-stocked. The bedrooms are spacious. There were nice touches like snacks and coffee on hand. The house is located in close walking proximity to town and was also a quiet neighborhood. We loved it!

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• Son's Retirement Trip

  Stayed 4 days ending in April, 2023

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  Ashley L recommends this vacation rental

  We enjoyed our stay and the accommodations were very nice. Plenty of room and a great view.

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• OG Fishing trip

  Stayed 5 days ending in July, 2022

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  Daniel H from Napa, California recommends this vacation rental

  Wonderful

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• Wonderful!

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2022

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  Lise L from Twain Harte, CA recommends this vacation rental

  Perfect location, wonderful accommodations, easy instructions. Couldn't of asked for anything more.

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• Highly recommend -- We will rent this house again

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2022

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  John R from Bellevue, Washington recommends this vacation rental

  Fantastic house and views.

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