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

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Interior
Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1090 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

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

  • Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near 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

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Power boating 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
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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

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 neighborhood

Map
Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Pioneer Park - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 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 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?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 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 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 184 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place in front of the river. Location is good. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George Y.

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Simple, easy communication and stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Stay
Quiet, little place with lots of privacy. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A., Evergreen, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Exactly as advertised. Great host, great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R., Anchorage, AK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base for Fairbanks adventures
We loved the place! Our host was very accomodating and their home is full of Alaskan character.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quick trip
3 nights
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S., Ketchikan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moose search 2023
A cool rustic property with a great host. We hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May Trip
Lovely setting on the River very quite, clean and comfortable. The Beds were better than mine at home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

hilton m.

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Great view of the river! Cozy home feel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodating
We are great stay. They couldn’t have Ben more gracious
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., CHANUTE

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

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place-great location
This is a great location and close to everything. We were a few minutes from Fort Wainwright and access to downtown Fairbanks. Martha was great, and we fell in love with her sweet dog who wanted so badly to come upstairs and play. This will definitely be a place to stay at again when we go to Fairbanks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcella k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Beautiful, peaceful setting! Such a wonderful place for us all to get together.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Frances Y.

Lots of Alaskan ambience
Great location on the river for rafting etc. Owners were very friendly. Would have preferred more privacy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
All nice and clean. Cool place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Frana B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
BEAUTIFUL river stay
Martha and Robert's property was absolutely gorgeous! We had our wedding in the backyard, and it was really dreamy; right along the river, beautiful grass, fire pit, benches, and privacy from the house and other rental properties due to the trees. The house has older furniture so the beds are really worn in. There is no washer and dryer in the rental and Martha was willing to offer laundry via her home below this rental. There is no smoking in the unit, however the host smokes inside downstairs, so the unit often smelled of cigarettes. When people arrived, it seemed like the bathroom and sheets had not been cleaned. The gem of this rental is definitely the outdoor space, including the yard and back deck. Thanks for the hospitality, Martha kdnddnjddreamy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would love to visit again!
We had an amazing time on our trip! Lovely home and in a great location, perfect and homey for our trip. We were even able to see the Northern Lights a couple of nights from the bedroom windows! We would love to visit in the spring or summer to see the river as it was covered in snow. Even kind enough to let us do a load of laundry while we were there. Would recommend to all family and friends!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merryl & Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Amazing location in winter for Christmas and New Year’s. Perfect host who went out their way to look after us and make us feel welcome. Genuinely so friendly. Unforgettable positive experience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

todd h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fairbanks gold claiming
Very nice place to stay fit 6 guys well. Had all the amenities one could ask for. It is alaska if you expect the Hilton stay in the lower 48 or just find another place. This place will fit your every need kitchen and separate bed rooms if i come back i will definitely stay here again. Thanks to the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Stacie P., Ohio

Clean home with lovely hosts
This house was perfect for a couple of nights as we began our visit to Alaska. Our hosts were very nice, and they were kind and accommodating when our flight issues had us arriving later than planned. Happy to make suggestions for the area (restaurants, etc), they clearly are happy to welcome visitors to their great state and home. Overall, a nice welcome to Alaska!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Poonam W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant hostess
Served our needs for a week. Needs a through clean and refresh. Kitchen was well equipped with utensils. We were able to prepare breakfast/brunch daily.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023