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

Waterfront cabin in Fairbanks with ski-in/ski-out access

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Exterior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 856 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

Events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cozy two Bedroom log Cabin Chena River Town Fairbanks
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Cozy two Bedroom log Cabin on the Chena River Near Town
Cozy two bedroom log cabin on the Chena River near town.

About the neighborhood

Map
Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pioneer Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 8 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 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.?

Check-out 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 College is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chena River and University of Alaska-Fairbanks and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and sledding. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Fairbanks Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 214 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jerry G.

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

River view

Beautiful property,view of river and lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying at this cabin right on the river. Great view watching people on the river. Easy access to stores. Owner makes checkin easy. We’ve stayed here multiple times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

Verified traveler

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful, quite & relaxed. Host was very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

Michael M., Gladstone

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

Great hosts!

We had some delays getting out of the backcountry and the hosts were very helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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

Leah C.

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

Warm welcoming charming well stocked

Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jan C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Fairbanks

Cabin on the river, older,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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

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

Cindy V.

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

Relaxing location

Very quiet, relaxing location. Large windows give view of the activity on the river. Watched a beautiful fox come through the grassy area right outside the window. Easy access to grocery stores and eateries. Cabin is rustic but has all necessities plus more: bathroom, shower, appliances, blackout shades, WiFi. Lots of history in the cabin about the host family. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Danny P.

Awesome experience

We arrived in Fairbanks at around 2:30 and went straight to the cabin. Martha greeted us and walked through the cabin and the property with us! They were very friendly and accommodating! We weren't flying out until 1 in the morning on our last day and they graciously let us have the cabin that day until time to go to the airport! We enjoyed our stay tremendously and will definitely stay there again on our next trip! It was an AWESOME experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

jill m.

Perfect Alaskan cabin with the convenience of town.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bob and Mardee’s cabin. It was the perfect lodging for our visit to Fairbanks. With the picture windows overlooking the Chena River, moose ambling through the yard, and the hearty log construction, it is a quintessential Alaska cabin with a perfect location to launch any adventure in the Alaskan interior. It is a ten minute drive to the airport, walking distance to the University and a great coffee shop. The cabin is homey and comfortable. Bob and Mardee are friendly and helpful without being intrusive. It was nice to find the fridge and cupboards stocked with condiments and cooking basics. Furniture and bedding are comfortable after a long day of adventuring. All the windows have black out shades which helps during the long summer days. We would definitely choose to stay here again when we visit Fairbanks in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA S.

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

Beautiful cabin on Cena beautiful river setting

Enjoyed very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen E.

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

Lovely outdoor surrounding

The yard and the river were really pretty. Plenty of space in the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

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

Cabin on the river

Mardee's place was very comfortable. She provides a lot of extras in the kitchen. We were able to enjoy a batch of brownies! The home is very comfortable and we felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Cabin on the Chena River

Great location, quiet, very comfortable. It has everything you need to enjoy a Fairbanks holiday. We will return and send friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visited Fairbanks during the time in summer when sunlight is 24/7. The cabin is clean, spacious, comfortable and has huge windows. Fairbanks is amazing. Owners are wonderful. The Interior of Alaska is incredible. There was so much to see and do. Riverboat Cruise and Local Village Tour was exceptional. Everybody finds gold in their pan in the Gold Dredge 8 Historic Train Tour. During the Local Village Tour you can pet the dogs. There's a live demo of dog mushing. Ask them about their TX-sized polar bears. There was a determined, patient, genuine kindness wherever we went. The non-stop sunlight takes the notion of jet lag to a whole new level but we liked it and that's why we went there in the first place. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quaint rustic little cabin. It could sleep more than what we thought. Not fancy but super homey and comfortable. Had everything we needed. Very nice quiet neighborhood and on the Chena River. It was right outside the living room windows. Great place to take the family and unwind. Nice big yard. I would stay there again definitely!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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

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