The Guardhouse Boarding House in Haines, Haines Borough, United States | Homestay

The Guardhouse Boarding House is a Haines Alaska Bed & Breakfast historical house, totally renovated with modern conveniences, keeping the flavor of the original architecture. We are centrally located only 10 minutes walking distance from downtown Haines and one block from the waterfront. At the The Guardhouse Boarding House, just turn of your head and you can see the breathtaking view of Lynn Canal and Bald Eagles soaring overhead. Please share our home with us.

The The Guardhouse Boarding House is a non-smoking facility. We allow pets outside.The Guardhouse Boarding House is located in Fort William H. Seward , a registered historical landmark. The fort was built at the turn of the century and is the first military installation built in the State of Alaska . It was strategically located during the gold rush during a time of turmoil over the location of the border between Alaska and Canada.

When the fort was in operation the The Guardhouse Boarding House served as the jail with 3 cells and offices for the military police.

There are informational signs throughout the fort for all of the buildings. Please enjoy a stroll around the parade Grounds.