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LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Room options

Exterior

North Pole Cabin Retreat

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (118)
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About the area

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Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • Santa Claus House - 12 min drive
  • Fort Wainwright - 19 min drive
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 21 min drive
  • Creamer's Field - 21 min drive
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Badger Den - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Little Richard's Family Diner - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mocha Moose - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wagner's Pizza Bus - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aphs' Heavenly Brew - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing

Welcome to Riverbend Cabins. Situated along the beautiful Chena River just a short drive to North Pole or Fairbanks city center. You'll enjoy your own private cabin with a balcony off the master bedroom perfect for viewing the Aurora Borealis or taking in the midnight sun!!

Revel in the serene air and peaceful nights when you book this 1.5 bathroom vacation cabin that sleeps 4.

Riverbend's Chinook Cabin offers a fully equipped kitchen with all the appliances necessary to share a home cooked feast. A cozy living room and adjoined dining area with seating for 4. The main bath, including a shower and tub.
Upstairs you will find a half bath and bedroom with 1 queen and 1 full size bed. Each bed has separate sleeping areas with a shared wall that can be closed with a folding wooden door for added privacy. Making it feel more like a 2 bedroom.
Nestled right along the Chena River, enjoy boating, fishing, and kayaking right out your back door!


The North Pole/Fairbanks area offers endless opportunities for your Alaskan adventures!! Winter guests can take a cruise over to North Pole and visit "Santa Claus House" and his reindeer. Or, take a short drive into Fairbanks and check out the World Ice Art Championships. The combination of ice sculptures and ice playground is sure to delight! For an unforgettable dog-sledding adventure, drive less than 5 minutes over to "Paws for Adventure"....or for the more adventurous, take a drive up to Chena Hot Springs for a relaxing soak!
Chinook Cabin offers a unique opportunity for our winter visitors to catch a glance of the celestial color spectacular from your bedroom balcony if Lady Aurora decides to make her appearance!!

Summer guests will enjoy a drive to North Pole and Santa Claus House too!! You just can't make this trip without a visit to Santa!! While in North Pole stop by The Crepery for a bite to eat or take a stroll down one of the many walking/bike paths at Chena Lake Recreation Area. When you are finished sight seeing come back to Chinook Cabin and enjoy the stillness under the Midnight Sun.

Property manager

Heather Wollangur

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

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.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted on outside deck

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Water dispenser

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
LOG Cabin on the Beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4 Aurora Viewing

Frequently asked questions

Is LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LOG CABIN on the beautiful Chena River! Sleeps 4* AURORA viewing located?

Situated in North Pole, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Chena River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Santa Claus House and North Star Golf Club. Birch Hill Recreation Area and Gold Daughters are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
This is such a lovely place to stay! We visited in the winter, hoping to see the northern lights, and the location was perfect—peaceful and away from the city, yet not too far. The cabin is incredibly cozy, with warm wood floors that feel absolutely wonderful during the cold winter months. The place was very clean and cozy, and the owner was extremely helpful and supportive. We’d love to come back and stay here in the summer to experience Alaska in a different season!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter wonderland vacation
Great location close to town yet very peaceful and remote. The river is so close i bet its great in the summer as well as winter. So many things to see and do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

HeathenandthePenguin

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and perfect. They had everything you need! Scenery around the cabin is gorgeous and it’s right by the river. Absolute perfection. Owners are so nice and helpful as well!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shery W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Trip
We weren’t expecting the cabin to be located so close to the owner’s house. We thought we’d be more isolated. However, the place was just perfect for what we wanted and needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
It is a beautiful log cabin on property along the Chena River. Location was great, we were within 1/2 drive to almost everywhere we wanted to go explore. It was cozy, loved the decks and despite being right next to another cabin, it was very private. Loved staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard O., Chandler, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
Great little place to stay! Everything was clean and comfortable. We had a quick stay in North Pole and this place was the perfect location for us. The price was great. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gil C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin!!
Very cute cabin in a beautiful location right on the Chena river!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shari G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Tranquil
Great cabin right on the Chena River. Hosts Heather and Gary made sure everything was good to go. If we get back up to Alaska, we will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin lake view
Warm and comfortable. Beautiful cabin with lake view. We had a long drive up from Talkeetna via Denali Hwy cabin was ready when we got there, we were able to settle in and prepare for our drive up Dalton Hwy to the arctic circle the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry, Racine

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Darling cabin. Very quiet. Close enough to both the town of Fairbanks and great hikes. Fantastic hosts very amazingly attentive and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
We loved the location near the river and in the woods, but still easy access to Fairbanks and North Pole.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I spent our 11th anniversary together here! The property was absolutely beautiful and our hosts made us feel more than welcome. I loved the heated floors, the decor, and the snacks/drink mixes set out for us. Heather was more than helpful offering the grill/chairs/and fire pit for our use. We enjoyed seeing Chena Hot Springs and Denali national park. Our last day there was a surprise of beautiful snow in May, and we got to see a moose walking in the snow along the river. Such a quiet and enjoyable time!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike E., Issaquah, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin in the Winter Wonderland
Enjoyed this cozy cabin with my son! About 50 yards from the river and while there is a cabin next door, it's very private. Enjoyed the local ice carving, sled dog tour and ice fishing. Didn't see the northern lights this time but have to leave something for the next trip! Def recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Josh C., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin. Saw some northern lights.
Great cabin with some great hosts. The cabin is outside of town a little, which makes it very peaceful. My wife and I visited to see some northern lights and did not get disappointed. It was really cold in January, but the cabin had in-floor heating and was cozy. The kitchen is small (no garbage disposal, or dishwasher) but had everything we needed. I hope to go back in the summer to see some wildlife.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal, Burien

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Fairbanks and North Pole. Excellent viewing for Northern lights. We were there in February so we can not comment on the river. The host are so welcoming and communication was easy. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chasing the Lights
My husband and I enjoyed every minute of our stay at the Riverbend Cabins. We stayed in the Chinook Cabin, and it was warm, cozy and inviting. You have everything you need to cook a meal, and the view is just beautiful. Heather was kind enough to text us when the northern lights were out, and also when there was a moose in the yard! We would not hesitate to recommend staying in the Riverbend Cabins to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and super cozy cabin. Far away from the city to have that complete woods and nature atmosphere. But still only 30 min from the airport or 20 min from downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
The cabin was great. Good space for the family and in a great location. We were able to see the Northern Lights right outside. Heather was a fantastic host!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quaint location. Host (Heather) is lovely and very responsive and accommodating. Cabin is comfortable & clean. Pretty much exactly what we expected. Will be coming back here again. You can see the Aurora from the cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clint M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary vacation
Cute little cabin near the chena river with an Alaskan feel. Heather was great and she even text us to let us know the northern lights were out. Nice place, would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin on the Chena River
This place is legit! We were in Fairbanks to visit family and needed a palce to stay. The cabin is in a great location. It’s far enough from Fairbanks to be out of the city but close enough that it doesn’t take long to drive there. The location is beautiful. The cabins are along the Chena River, and the friendly property owners told us we were welcome to hang out by the river and use the fire pits. The cabin has great Alaska charm with all the amenities. It has two floors with plenty of space for our family of four. The bathrooms are nice, and the kitchen is well-appointed for cooking meals. Upstairs, the primary bedroom has a balcony that was nice for sitting on and viewing the river. Most important, the cabin was clean! This is the main way we judge VRBOs. There were plenty of towels and other items. The check-in process was also simple. We received a text telling us the cabin was ready and we were able to walk in and start our stay. If you’re looking for a place to stay close to Fairbanks with at Alaska charm that is clean and cozy, this is your place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just out far enough that it was quite and we felt very safe even when a moose showed up at our window. Made our trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kurt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Pole Cabin
Cozy little cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host, great cabin, and excellent location.