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Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly.

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Exterior
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1090 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Fairbanks, AK
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Alaska-Fairbanks13 min walk
  • Popular LocationPioneer Park5 min drive
  • AirportFairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)7 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Wainwright8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly.

While the unit is advertised for a number of people, it is great for a couple as well. We bought a two bedroom log cabin in the 60's. In 1974 we built a two story addition to accommodate our six children. At the time we wired and plumbed one bedroom so it could someday be a kitchen. The downstairs of the addition consists of a double garage, sun room and dining room. The upstairs is where guests are welcome. It has four bedrooms, sitting area, kitchen and porch. We have rented it monthly for many years but this time it was vacated we decided to do it as a VRBO. We live in the cabin downstairs.

Also on the property is a cabin that the original owner built for his parents and a barn that we built for our children and converted to a house when they were grown. We did bed and breakfast in them in the 1990's. At the time we registered the name Riverside Retreat. After a few years we decided to rent them on a monthly basis to have more time to play and travel. We can no longer do some of the things we used to do so are doing VRBO in the cabin too. We enjoy marrying people. We also enjoy sharing the space we have taken for granted for so many years. It really is a special spot.

Property manager

Martha and Robert Roth

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: We ask that people smoke outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding 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
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 970 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Comfortable House Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly Fairbanks
Comfortable House Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly
Comfortable Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly Fairbanks
Comfortable Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly
Comfortable House Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly Fairbanks
Comfortable House Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly
Comfortable Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly Fairbanks
Comfortable House Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly Fairbanks
Comfortable House Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly
Comfortable Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly Fairbanks
Comfortable Kitchen Chena River. Family Friendly

About the area

Fairbanks

Located in Fairbanks, this holiday home 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Fairbanks Ice Museum, or check out an event or a game at Carlson Center Event Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 13 min walk
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 5 min drive
  • Pioneer Park - 5 min drive
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 7 min drive
  • Fort Wainwright - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - 2 min drive
  • Taco Bell - 4 min drive
  • Brewsters - 4 min drive
  • Lulu's Bread & Bagels - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly. located?

This family-friendly Fairbanks holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Chena River and University of Alaska-Fairbanks. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Georgeson Botanical Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 164 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, nice hosts
Well placed weekend vacation house for a family, host was accommodating and everything was available just as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Jay D.

I hate to say it…
Marty is a wonderful old woman. I sincerely wanted to not leave a less than good review, but…. Biggest thing is the cigarette smoke smell. It hits you when you first walk in. It kinda wanes a bit when you leave all the windows and door open, but then it comes back. It seems to be both from someone actively smoking downstairs, and also from who knows how many decades of it being in the carpets and walls. It also only sleeps 8, not 10 like the listing says. The location and view of the Chena River is great. Even though it’s old, it makes it quaint and very ‘Alaskan’…that being said, I would never stay here again. The price was pretty cheap, and now I know why.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet cabin experience. However, I was not aware the owners lived downstairs prior to renting, so that was a surprise. The place was very clean and had a really great vibe about it with all the wood paneling and taxidermy / mounted antlers and animal skins everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

hilton m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Northern Lights
The listing is right on the river and plan on going back in the summer when the river is not froze over. It was close to every place we wanted to visit in Fairbanks. Saw the northern light at the hot springs and that was on my bucket list of life.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl P.

Liked: Cleanliness
quick trip
3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aurora getaway
This is a great place to stay for activities in and around Fairbanks. It has a cozy cabin feel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin K.

Good for old people
Place is old and has that esthetic to it, but with age keeping the place looking and smelling clean is harder and not kept up with. Upon arrival the bedding didn’t smell fresh and had dirty underwear in the closet. The place smelled like cigarettes and owner smokes inside downstairs even though the rules state no smoking inside. There aren’t many outlets throughout the place and the few aren’t conveniently located. There is no door between the front door and the rest of the upstairs so privacy feels limited. The location is in a nice area close to town and has good scenery, the deck is a nice addition and the heater works well. Overall for the price it’s a good spot to crash while spending most the day outside
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Simple, easy communication and stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., CHANUTE

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 23
Our third stay. Place is perfect for a family. Several bedrooms, kitchen and family room. Host is awesome. Always helpful and accommodating. Place is warm and cozy. Easy to find.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location on the Chena River!
Very quirky rental in a great location on the Chena River. Close to UAF and town. Everything is dated, which isn't an issue. It was tired and didn't feel sanitized. The smell of cigarette smoke wafted upstairs because the space is not fully separated. Not pleasant. On the plus side, we could see the Northern Lights from the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023