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LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing

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A cabin with a visible deck and a snow-covered roof, surrounded by tall evergreen trees.
A cozy cabin interior with a leather armchair, a brown sofa with decorative pillows, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A garden with a wooden pergola, a pond, and various flowers.
A wooden bed with a checkered bedspread and a pillow with a travel-themed design.
A two-story log cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Chena River
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Place, Chena River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Wainwright
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing

Welcome to Riverbend Cabins. Situated along the beautiful Chena River just a short drive to North Pole or Fairbanks city center. You'll enjoy your own private cabin with a balcony off the master bedroom perfect for viewing the Aurora Borealis or taking in the midnight sun!!

Revel in the serene air and peaceful nights when you book this 1.5 bathroom vacation cabin that sleeps 4.

Riverbend's Chinook Cabin offers a fully equipped kitchen with all the appliances necessary to share a home cooked feast. A cozy living room and adjoined dining area with seating for 4. The main bath, including a shower and tub.
Upstairs you will find a half bath and bedroom with 1 queen and 1 full size bed. Each bed has separate sleeping areas with a shared wall that can be closed with a folding wooden door for added privacy. Making it feel more like a 2 bedroom.
Nestled right along the Chena River, enjoy boating, fishing, and kayaking right out your back door!


The North Pole/Fairbanks area offers endless opportunities for your Alaskan adventures!! Winter guests can take a cruise over to North Pole and visit "Santa Claus House" and his reindeer. Or, take a short drive into Fairbanks and check out the World Ice Art Championships. The combination of ice sculptures and ice playground is sure to delight! For an unforgettable dog-sledding adventure, drive less than 5 minutes over to "Paws for Adventure"....or for the more adventurous, take a drive up to Chena Hot Springs for a relaxing soak!
Chinook Cabin offers a unique opportunity for our winter visitors to catch a glance of the celestial color spectacular from your bedroom balcony if Lady Aurora decides to make her appearance!!

Summer guests will enjoy a drive to North Pole and Santa Claus House too!! You just can't make this trip without a visit to Santa!! While in North Pole stop by The Crepery for a bite to eat or take a stroll down one of the many walking/bike paths at Chena Lake Recreation Area. When you are finished sight seeing come back to Chinook Cabin and enjoy the stillness under the Midnight Sun.

Other things to note:
We provide starter coffee and starter toilet paper.
Guests must be at least 25 years old to book.


This is one of three cabins on the property. Each cabin has its own private living space, while outdoor areas and the surrounding property are shared.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted on outside deck

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1777528vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

North Pole

North Pole is home to this cabin. Birch Hill Recreation Area and Chena River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fairbanks Ice Museum. Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center and Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting.
Map
Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • Chena River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 18 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 20 min drive - 26.4 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 22 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Pioneer Park - 23 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House Of Fire Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Aphs' Heavenly Brew - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Little Richard's Family Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪12 Mile Road House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mocha Moose - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing located?

Situated in North Pole, this cabin is steps from Chena River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Morning Star Park and North Pole Plaza. Santa Claus House and North Pole City Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin. Decorated so cute! River view. Really nice!!! Would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cozy and comfortable. Located right on the river. We enjoyed the stay and would rent again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was just as described. Beautiful location on the river. We enjoyed sitting outdoors at night. Had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. The rooms upstairs devide nicely if you were traveling with another couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy cabin on the Chena river. Felt very private, yet super close to Fairbanks and the North Pole. We had a great time exploring Fairbanks, and saw quite a few moose! The cabin was very clean, and the host was super responsive. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was just what we wanted. Bed was comfortable. I was pleasantly surprised with a water softener. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing stay! The cabin was clean, cozy, and in a beautiful, quiet location. Perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was just the get away we needed. Far enough out to feel away but close enough to enjoy all the restaurants in Fairbanks. My husband and I spent 3 nights here for our 10th anniversary. It was such a cozy vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the cabin. It was the exact feel we wanted of a cozy outdoor like feel tucked away in a quiet location with an amazing view of the Chen River in your backyard. And what a delight to crawl back into the most cozy bed we've ever been in after a long day. The location was perfect for all travel plans. Easy access to all roads that lead to our adventures. And if you are looking for the Aurora, the open skies are in your backyard or right around the bend. Can't say enough about our whole experience here. The hostess and host were super sweet and absolutely wonderful. They were accessible anytime we needed them! It really eased our mind in case of any problems. If ever we get back to Alaska we will definitely be booking with you again. Thank you for making our 30th Anniversary exactly what we had imagined it would be and more!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host, great cabin, and excellent location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very well furnished and decorated. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay. Just great. No other way to describe it; you need to experience it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was wonderful and just as advertised. The cabin was super clean and the location was great! The owners were super helpful and communicated well! We can’t wait to go back sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful log cabin with everything you might need. Lovely inside and gorgeous setting on the river. Host was very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cabin! It stayed cozy warm even when it was 40 below outside! Would definitely book again in the future. Host was very responsive to texts and any questions I had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Clean cabin. We were able to see some Northern Lights which was the main purpose of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverbend

Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cabin!!

Very cute cabin in a beautiful location right on the Chena river!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cozy, lovely spot and perfect for two or three people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

We loved the location near the river and in the woods, but still easy access to Fairbanks and North Pole.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter wonderland vacation

Great location close to town yet very peaceful and remote. The river is so close i bet its great in the summer as well as winter. So many things to see and do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication. Cabin was decorated just right. Stain glass was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and cozy

Well located outside of town, convenient access to town and food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cabin in woods

Was a beautiful cabin, location was great I was able to see northern lights on one of the says it was gorgeous host is awesome very friendly and helpful stay was great!! Must recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful, riverside location. Cosy, well appointed cabin with all necessities for a comfortable stay. Relatively close to shops and sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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