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Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.

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The cabin from the river in winter.
You enter through the "garage".
No room in the garage for a car but the door is handy for bringing in luggage.
Living room. Someone could sleep on the couch.
You can watch TV while looking at the river.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 855.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Pioneer Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Wainwright
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.

One bedroom has a queen size bed, the other two twins. There is also a carpeted attached garage that gives additional space and has a double bed. You actually enter the house through the garage so, except for the door that makes it handy to bring in luggage, you wouldn't know it's a garage.

It sits on a three and a half acre lot right next to the cabin with the addition that we have used for VRBO for the past two years. The original owner built what is now our home for them and this cabin for his folks in the 1950’s. We have lived here for 50 years and find it a special place.

Property manager

Martha and Robert Roth

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fairbanks

Located in Fairbanks, this cabin is on the waterfront. Birch Hill Recreation Area and Chena River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include University of Alaska Museum of the North and Big Dipper Ice Arena. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carlson Center Event Arena or Growden Memorial Park. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
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Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pioneer Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Brewsters - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪House of Fire Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town. located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cabin in Fairbanks is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chena River and University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Fairbanks Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 198 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint home with lovely outlook

Thank you Martha for allowing us to stay upstairs with a lovely river outlook. Great kitchen and easy accessibility to Fairbanks. Only concern was smell of smoke and could have been a little cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great accommodation & location

Excellent facilities in log cabin reflecting the location. Martha was a great host. The property is well located to visit all Fairbanks attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rondel D., Perth Western Australia

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

Authentic little Alaskan Log Cabin

That cabin is a comfy clean authentic Alaskan cabin with heaps of character and charm. It’s located on the river and close to everything we needed including the Train Depot and Airport. The owners live next door but you would never know, they are very respectful of your privacy. They met us as we arrived and showed us around the place. It’s a great base for adventuring out, we got to see the Northern Lights and went to visit Santa at Santas House in North Pole. We also spent time just relaxing and looking at the river. There’s a fire pit with heaps of wood down by the river which unfortunately we didn’t get the chance to use but it’s a beautiful spot to sit and chill. We spent 4 night here in Fairbanks which was the midway point of our 5 week trip from Australia and was just what we needed. Thanks so much to Martha and Robert for their hospitality. Rondel, Kim, Jeanette and Peter from Perth Australia

10/10 Excellent

Andy L.

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

Private and Convenient

We had a great time in the area and this cabin was perfect for us with a kitchen amd laundry. cozy and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana O.

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

Comfy and convenient

This is a nice place to stay. It was peaceful and in walking distance to one of our favorite breakfast places. There were plenty of extra blankets and pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marshall M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Gasp

After arriving, we were shocked that the property was listed as a vacation rental. The musky and moldy smell inside the cabin was overpowering. The furniture was very old, dusty, and stained in some spots. There were also stains on the ancient carpet. The bedding was also very old and the pillows paper thin. When looking under the hood over the stove we were shocked to find that it appeared as though it had never been cleaned. The converted garage to a bedroom was chilly with questionable wiring above head of the bed. Regrettably, for the reasons stated above, we were unable to stay in the cabin and had to seek other lodging.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly L.

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

Cozy cabin stay

Beautiful views from enormous living room windows. Pleasant and responsive host. Beds are comfy and the kitchen is very well stocked with cookware and basic food needs. The heat works well and keeps all but the converted garage bedroom toasty. Only complaints are that the towels and upholstered furnishings are worn and need to be replaced. The carpet could use cleaning too. That might help reduce the musty smell when you first walk in.. That being said, we would definitely want to stay here again. The area is safe and attractive. It’s a good location, fair price and really is a cozy cabin.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

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

Great Place

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianna H.

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

Cute cozy spot!

My hiking club and I came up for denali park and the northern lights, and this cabin was a great home base. Plenty warm. Cute open inside and cute front/back yard where we could see the sunrise and frolick in the snow. Super close to the airport and town too!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very lovely cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

brigette r.

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

Home away from Home

The cabin and property was picture perfect. It was a wonderful vist and the memories will last a life time. We couldnt asked for a better place to stay. Looking forward to a return trip
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mike E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice location

The cabin had a nice view. Its location made it easy to get around.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory J.

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

Visiting the college kid

This is really a great property. It's an older cabin, but is very comfortable and has everything you would normally need. The location is great with stores and a coffee shop within walking distance, not to mention close to the college. The listing really undersell the river view and the close proximity to the river, it’s really quite beautiful. Also, we got an amazing Aurora Borealis show in the backyard because there is very little light pollution at this property. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Other than the bed sheets being a bit dusty everything else was great. Close to everything we wanted to do and close to the city to have access to nessary shopping. It had a laundry machine and detergent so we could wash the comforters our self. The cabin also had fishing poles, and lawn game activities so you can be entertained. It was cozy and the heater works very well, but it is a bit loud when it turns on. All in all, a very good experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rick M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice log cabin on the river

Location and setting were great with large windows overlooking the Chena river. Restaurants were a short drive away. Full well stocked kitchen with snacks and breakfast items. Washer and dryer. Although the cabin was comfortable, some items were well worn and could stand to be upgraded and the cabin itself would benefit from a thorough cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Alaskan experience

Great location , great host and awesome location !! I would return just for the view out the back windows !!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

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

Cute Cabin

Perfect for the 4 of us. Clean and on a beautiful river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Great location

We were a party of 3 adults and were here pre tour/cruise. We needed a place where we could come and go to see the lights and a place where we could have breakfast in and just enjoy being in Fairbanks. The cabin was wonderful. Nothing fancy but everything we needed. The weather was rainy but the view from the front of the cabin was wonderful. Looking out at the peace of the river, especially first thing in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly m.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautful setting

The cabin is rustic but interior could benefit from a little TLC . However, the owner was great at answering questions. The view from the living room was great, for you can see the river.view fview is gorgeous with communication.was charming
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice place with a cabin feel and 3 different sleeping areas. It is stocked for cooking, has books and other entertainment plus a beautiful view of the river. I thought it was more secluded when we booked it but it worked well for us. We went to the Arctic Circle and Chena hot springs. Long drive to the circle but Chena hot springs less than an hour away and totally worth it. Martha communicated everything clearly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Cozy cabin

Cozy cabin with great views. Could use a makeover as everything was dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Great location

Location was perfect to see everything we wanted in Fairbanks. All the beds were cozy. Host was quick to respond. Plenty of space for our family of 4 adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

2-bedroom log cabin

My daughter and I enjoyed having this cabin as our home base and communication with Martha was a pleasure. She was a wonderful hostess. The cabin was very clean and so comfortable, and being on the river was wonderful. We watched the river activity quite a bit in the evenings.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Miller K.

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

Fantastic

Excellent property, hostess and stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Martha and Robert Roth

Host profile image
We started doing VRBO in this house this spring. Have been doing it next door for two years and love it. We did bed and breakfast here many years ago but found it confining. Now that w e are older and can't do so many things it is perfect.

Bob was drafted out of a GP residency at Sacramento County Hospital in 1962 and sent to Bassett Hospital on Ft. Wainwright. We epaid our own way up because we didn't want to stay longer than 18 months. He soon extended so we could get base housing and continued to extend until they told him he had to get out of the army or transfer to another base.

At that point we rented a little house on 5 acres near our present house and moved everything in our riverboat. They would move is back to Oregon, our home of residency within a year. We never left.

The lady that owned our present house came by to collect money for a neighbor that did the snow plowing. Later they went to California so their daughter could get braces and asked if we'd like to rent their bigger house. We did. We

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