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The Cub Cottage in North Pole AK

Holiday home in North Pole with kitchen and balcony

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The perfect jump off point for your Alaska adventures, cozy living in convenient location
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Full kitchen with your cooking basics
Moose often frequent the property
The cub cottage

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 384 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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North Pole, AK, AK
  • Place, North Pole Plaza
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, North Pole City Hall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Claus House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

The Cub Cottage in North Pole AK

Guest house with 2 bedrooms and 2 bath & beautifully decorated in Alaskan Style, this BnB is nestled in the pines on a 5-acre lot shared with the main house, giving you a feeling of serenity while only being 2 miles from the North pole and 20 minutes from downtown Fairbanks. Upon returning home from your Alaskan adventures, you can sit back and relax in the cozy living room, make a family dinner in the full kitchen, or sit on the back porch and enjoy the views of the northern lights.



This cottage is down a 260 foot drive way and tucked within the pines on a 5-acre lot that is shared with the properties main house. It is completely surrounded by tall spruce pines, giving you privacy from the main house and from the surrounding neighborhood. It is a single story house with a few steps to walk up to access the front door. Upon entering the house there is a small vestibule that opens up to the main hall way. On the left is the master bedroom and bathroom with stacked washer and dryer, to your front is the second bedroom, and to the right is a small office, kitchen, and living room. The kitchen has cooking basics, a coffee station, fridge, microwave, oven, and dish washer. The living room has a smart tv, sofa, and a sitting area in front of an electric fireplace. At the back of the living room is a door that leads you to the back porch. The property is heated by fuel which keeps it nice and warm in the winter months.



Please note that there is another home located approximately 135 feet from this cottage. It is also used as a short-term rental when not occupied by the homeowners. We kindly ask that you be courteous and respectful to any guests or residents who may be staying there during your visit.



Additionally, the homeowners have two dogs, and several friendly neighborhood dogs may occasionally roam the area and stop by to say hello. They are well-socialized and enjoy attention from visitors. We want to set clear expectations that dogs may be present on the property throughout your stay. If you are not comfortable around dogs, this cottage may not be the most suitable accommodation for your needs.



Digital key pad, a code will be sent to you prior to your stay



The property is located on the North side of AK-2 highway in a residential neighborhood of the North Pole. All the houses in the neighborhood are gorgeously and most are tucked back into the woods giving the everyone plenty of privacy.



4wd or AWD recommended in winter months.



-1.8 miles to Safeway Grocery Store and great restaurants in the center of North Pole, AK

-14.6 miles to the center of Fairbanks which has everything (shopping, restaurants, etc)

-19.6 miles to the Fairbanks Airport (car rentals available at the airport)

-10 miles to Fort Wainwright

-11.3 miles to Eielson Airforce Base



This is an old cottage that has recently been remodeled, so there will be some weird little quirks (like light switches in weird places) but fret not, we have labeled everything for your ease of use.



There is parking across the drive way from the cottage for your use. Please do not block the drive way.



Please do not feed the wildlife. Moose frequent the property and are an absolute joy to watch. However, they are still wild animals and can become aggressive if you invade their space. So enjoy them from a distance.



Travel insurance is recommended. As with any vacation, unexpected situations sometimes occur that can put a damper on even the best-planned trips. We stand by our firm by our cancelation policy and getting travel insurance is your best option for protecting your trip from the unexpected.



***For stays longer than 30 nights we do require a lease agreement, background check, copy of drivers license, and a one time insurance fee to be paid before your arrival. The one time insurance fee for stays 30-90 nights it will be an additional $750, 91-180 nights would be $1000, 181-270 nights would be $1250, and 271-364 nights would be $1500***

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

North Pole

North Pole is home to this holiday home. Alaska House Art Gallery and Fairbanks Antler Arch are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chena River Lakes Recreation Area and Birch Hill Recreation Area. Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fairbanks Ice Museum are also worth visiting.
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North Pole, AK, AK

What's nearby

  • Beaver Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • North Pole Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • North Pole City Hall - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Santa Claus House - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 21 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Pole Alehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪12 Mile Road House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Richard's Family Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Bagels & Espresso - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cub Cottage in North Pole AK pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cub Cottage in North Pole AK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cub Cottage in North Pole AK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cub Cottage in North Pole AK located?

Situated in North Pole, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Beaver Lake, Morning Star Park and North Pole Plaza. North Pole City Hall and Santa Claus House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Min O.

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

Incredible

My wife and I came from Texas to tour the Alaskan wonders. During our trip, we stayed at The Cub House and had an incredible time. The check-in process was simple and easy. The host was easy to communicate with and the stay comfortable. The space was clean and cozy. I would definitely recommend this spot!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

TCI D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Overall the property was satisfactory. It was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was very well appointed. However the listing promised a hot tub, which was a major reason I booked it. When we arrived we were told that the hot tub was not available. The host offered no compensation for the lack of this important feature and actually tried to convince me that it was not reasonable to expect it to be working in the middle of October because it was “too expensive”. The host tried to tell me that they had made note of this when we booked (almost a year in advance) but it was either not there or so well hidden that I didn’t notice it. If I had known that the hot tub would not be working, I would not have booked it.One other down side to the property was the very bad smell of the water, very sulfurous.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asia K.

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

Excellent little cabin!

Wonderful little cabin with all needed amenities. It was nice to have our own rooms too. The biggest perk was the ability to have our pup join us for our trip. It is a little bit of a drive from Fairbanks, but it’s very close to local grocery stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willaim B.

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

Rustic little cabin

This was a work stay with another coworker. This is an older cabin, but well-maintained and very homey feeling it has an added benefit for the hot tub on the back balcony and it’s out in the woods very quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

Restful Location

Very pretty setting in the woods not far from the North Pole. Would recommend to others traveling here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

JOSEPH F.

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

Much need rest

The place perfect for my family to rest after a long drive up from the lower 48.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No doors on the bedrooms. Our work crew was not happy about that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Family vacation

Loved it. Quiet and peaceful. Nice place to get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh Z.

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

Great stay

Great stay. Communication with owner was wondering. Very responsive. Would stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joanne

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