This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Gold Daughters and Gold Dredge 8. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fairbanks Family Retreat: Northern Lights Viewing!
Unlock the magic of the Last Frontier when you stay at this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Fairbanks vacation rental! This ranch-style home is nestled on a quiet 1-acre lot just a short drive from downtown Fairbanks but remote enough to stargaze right at home. Immerse yourself in the allure of Gold Dredge 8 and Pedro Dome, or catch the aurora lights in the Alaskan night sky. Hiking enthusiasts will love nearby trails and outdoor areas like Pioneer Park and everyone will enjoy unforgettable ice museum tours.
DOWNTOWN FAIRBANKS (~11 miles): Riverfront town w/ local dining, bars & pubs, shopping, historic sites, Golden Heart Plaza, Moose Antler Arch OUTDOOR ADVENTURES: Skyline Ridge Park Trailhead (7 miles), Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary (10 miles), Paws for Adventure (10 miles), Friends of Creamers Field at Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge (11 miles), Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area (11 miles), Ski Land Ski and Snowboard Area (13 miles) FUN ATTRACTIONS: Gold Dredge 8 (2 miles), Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center (10 miles), Moose Antler Arch (11 miles), Fairbanks Ice Museum (11 miles), Ice Art Park Winter Events Center (13 miles), University of Alaska Fairbanks (13 miles), Pedro Dome (14 miles), Santa Claus House (21 miles) AIRPORT: Fairbanks International Airport (16 miles)
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- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This single-story home requires 1 small step for entry - NOTE: This home does not offer air conditioning - NOTE: The fireplaces are not available for guest use - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located on the corner of the garage facing the driveway and camera 2 is by the front door facing the front entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.
Property manager
Evolve
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,620 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
This property doesn't allow pets
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
510713
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Fairbanks, close to Creamer's Field, Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum, and Birch Hill Recreation Area. You'll also find Gold Daughters and Gold Dredge 8 within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is Fairbanks Family Retreat: Northern Lights Viewing! good for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.
Does Fairbanks Family Retreat: Northern Lights Viewing! have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI), which is 16.5 mi away (26 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Fairbanks Family Retreat: Northern Lights Viewing!?
Yes, every accommodation at Fairbanks Family Retreat: Northern Lights Viewing! comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.
Fairbanks Family Retreat: Northern Lights Viewing! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Pamela D.
Jun 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Alaska trip
This was the 3rd place we stayed in Alaska on our 2 week trip. Great location and beautiful inside. Worked great for 2 adult couples. We each had our own bedroom and bathroom. The main living area was spacious. My only complaint and/or suggestion would be to have some more kitchen utensils; cutting board, more pots/pans. We used each kitchen we stayed in and cooked some meals…so if that isn’t your thing…then don’t worry about that issue.
Pamela D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill C.
Jun 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fairbanks Trip
This is a beautiful home in the countryside a short drive outside of Fairbanks. When we arrived, for some unknown reason the hot water did not work. The owner answered the call and did everything she could to get this fixed immediately. The water worked perfectly within 90 minutes and we had an uneventful stay after that. The response of this owner is beyond perfect. Thank you Jewell, much appreciated.
Bill C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laurie J.
Feb 4, 2025
Laurie J.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve H.
Jan 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect Alaskan getaway location!
The house was absolutely perfect for us. My daughter lives in Fox so it was a perfect base for our adventures. What a great location and nice house!
Steve H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nichole B.
Oct 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
The property and home itself were well maintained, clean, and very comfortable to stay in.
Unfortunately, we had a rare winter storm roll through mid-October that put a bit of a damper on our stay since we lost a day and half with our son. Obviously, no one's fault at all. We were snowed in and unable to get out of the driveway.
The owner was as accommodating as he could be given the situation. We ended up losing power on our last day there but were honestly okay with it since we were checking out the next morning. We were just planning to bundle up and pack our things as best we could before it got dark.
However, we also had no water after a few hours. My family is no stranger to being without power since we are from Florida and experienced back-to-back hurricanes in our area this month. But since we were unable to get adequate supplies the day before due to being stuck, we didn't even have bottled water on hand. We decided to check out and go to the hotel on base where my son is stationed.
My husband reached out to the owner and asked if we could possibly receive a partial refund for that day and to our sincere and honest surprise, Nick refunded our last night! We were so happy to finally get a win after the hurricanes and being taken advantage of by a company in Florida I won't mention here. Thank you so much for understanding and trying to help us in every way you could. It was truly appreciated by my entire family.
Nichole B.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Matthew R.
Oct 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Nice place, clean.
Matthew R.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judy S., Tucson
Sep 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice modern house
House was very spacious and clean. Location was perfect. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful trees.
Judy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot with lots of space.
Wonderful home. Clean and spacious. A bit outside of town but it was a perfect spot of our family of 6.
Julie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine M.
Apr 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Aurora viewing
Overall: a very comfortable home, with everything we needed!
The light fixture over the table was VERY bright; we unscrewed all but one of the bulbs, and that helped.
Instructions said to take the trash “out”, but we couldn’t find a trash bin outside. So we gathered the trash, and left it inside, near the door (so critters couldn’t get it).
A shovel, to shovel the walkway, would have been handy.