North Pole Cabin Retreat

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View as you walk to the side door entrance where we have a quiet second rental

Young Bull Moose in water outside our North Pole Cabin.Many ducks nest here also

Moose in waterway right in front of our Cabin. In winter this water freezes over

After the snow leaves it turns up very very GREEN here in Alaska!

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5340 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Water view

Explore the area

North Pole, AK

Santa Claus House2 min drive
Fort Wainwright16 min drive
Chena River17 min drive
Fairbanks (EIL-Eielson Air Force Base)22 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our North Pole Cabin Retreat is a great place to come for a day, a week, or a month or more. A person can experience life in Alaska in comfort. Our log cabin was built in 2002 and has had many guests over the years. We provide housing year round, and winter or summer the cabin is warm, dry, and safe. Running water is a must, as are clean comfortable beds. The cabin has two queen beds, kitchenette, full private bath, BBQ and picnic area outside. Parking is nearby. We are only 2 miles from grocery, dentist, medical, gas stations, gift shops, dining establishments, churches and bars. Although you are close to the comforts of everyday living, it will seem as if you are a long way out in the woods. We are located in a private, wooded property with a waterway flowing by. In summer there are many nesting ducks. There are many wild flowers growing all around, as well as hanging baskets of flowers we plant for your enjoyment.

Property manager

North Pole Nancy Petersen

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Water view

Barbecue grill

Cabin in the woods with the Northern lights in the sky.

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets are allowed on a case by case basis. $10 day

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is allowed OUTSIDE. NO smoking in cabin.

Smokers are requested to smoke outside the cabin and NOT to bring any ashtray items into the cabin at all. Penalty for smoking inside. $250

Pets are occasionally allowed at the discretion of the owner. Kenneled and leashed are part of our pet allowance agreement.

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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Pole

Located in North Pole, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Birch Hill Recreation Area and Chena River, while Dog Mushers Museum and Fairbanks Ice Museum are cultural highlights. Big Dipper Ice Arena and University of Alaska Museum of the North are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

North Pole, AK

What's nearby

Santa Claus House - 2 min drive
Fort Wainwright - 16 min drive
Chena River - 17 min drive
Fairbanks Ice Museum - 18 min drive
Creamer's Field - 21 min drive

Getting around

Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪North Pole Alehouse - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Great Alaska Pizza Co. - ‬19 min walk
‪Little Richard's Family Diner - ‬3 min drive
‪North Pole Crepery - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is North Pole Cabin Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at North Pole Cabin Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Pole Cabin Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is North Pole Cabin Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Santa Claus House and within 12 miles (20 km) of Eielson Air Force Base and Chena River. Fort Wainwright and Alaska House Art Gallery are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

OMAR

12 June 2024

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

Our host, North Pole Nancy, was fantastic! We had such a great time at the property. There was plenty of wood for the fire pit, full propane grill, and also a charcoal grill. We hosted several people on a Saturday night and had a great time! We would love to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

29 May 2024

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

We had a wonderful stay and Nancy was an amazing host. When you visit make sure you visit the the North Pole Crepery for breakfast.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

16 May 2024

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

Amazing host and an awesome location

This place is perfect if you just want no-nonsense accommodations, an incredibly friendly and informative host, and easy access to any of the reasons you might be visiting Fairbanks. Nancy's advice helped us see the Northern Lights at some amazing locations and get the fullest experience out of our 4 day trip. The bed is also EXTREMELY comfortable, possibly the most comfortable bed I've ever had while traveling. The kitchen is a little cramped but totally workable if you can work in a small space. I highly recommend staying here if you are going to visit Fairbanks.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

8 May 2024

Liked: Amenities

We loved our cabin!!! It was quiet and quaint. Nancy, the host was very friendly and willing to give us ideas for things to do in the area. 😊

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

21 Apr 2024

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

Cabin in the Woods

Nancy is a most accommodating host and sent texts with information about the area and places we might enjoy going and things we might enjoy doing nearby. We found the cabin clean and adequate for our needs; there was a small kitchenette with a table and chairs, clean bathroom and a queen sized bed. Outside there are a couple of chairs, a grill and a firepit area.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe R., Marlin, Texas

21 Mar 2024

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

Awesome

We had an awesome host. Took care of us that was not required of her to do. She was awesome. We would definitely stay with her again

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

23 Feb 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

31 Jan 2024

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

We had a great stay at this cabin. It kept us warm even though it was -40F. You will find everything you need in it. Our host Nancy was super helpful and gave us toe warmers and tips for things we could do. The area is very quiet but easy to access by car. We would definitely book this cabin again to experience the area in a different season.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahul K.

25 Jan 2024

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

Small and simple

Nancy is a very pro-active host and she gave many recommendations on activities todo. The place is small and cozy, a perfect winter getaway. The house was at good temperature even though outside was -40F. Nancy also provided an option to park close to the house and she would bring electric hookup to keep car warm. A must stay place to relax and enjoy the winter.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry L., Fresno, CA

9 Jan 2024

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

Cozy home base to explore interior Alaska and hunt for the Northern Lights!

Our family of four stayed in this cabin for 6 nights in the heart of winter to explore Alaska and hunt for the Northern Lights. We were so happy we stayed at this cabin. The cabin is located in a great location where you feel like you're in a true winter wonderland in a very quiet, wooded area but within 3 minutes of a Safeway and several restaurants (Wendy's, Taco Bell, a great tamale stand, etc...). Our main goal was to see the Northern Lights, and this cabin is located a short and easy 7-10-minute drive to Chena Lake (depending on where on the lake you go). Chena Lake is an incredible place to view the Northern Lights. This same lake is where Rod's Alaskan Guide Service does their ice fishing and dog sledding Northern Lights tours. The cabin is also well furnished, well supplied, and was very cozy for all of us, including our two younger teenage daughters. The heater worked great, had running water (which we learned is not a given for rural places in Alaska), and we never ran out of hot water. Taking hot showers was a huge plus when you're living in -30 degree temps. The owner (Northpole Nancy) was very responsive before and during our stay and we maintained excellent communication with her. She is also extremely knowledgeable of the area and provided us with great tips during our stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn M., Manhattan, United States

28 Dec 2023

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

Absolutely loved it!

Stayed here for 5 days during Christmas time. The cabin was in a beautiful area sort of tucked away behind the trees which I just LOVED. You cross a pretty creek getting to it, and there’s a little coffee place RIGHT across from that. Even though it has that nice tucked away & secluded feel, it is still super close to everything in North Pole, which was a nice convenience. Only about 20-30 mins from Fairbanks, and about 1hr 15 min to Chena Hot Springs resort. Nancy herself was also really friendly and helpful. She was pretty flexible with my booking as well, which I really appreciated. She shoveled a walkway for us when we truly wouldn’t have minded walking in the snow, provided lots of brochures in the cabin to check out, and was super quick and helpful in her responses. She was friendly enough to check in on us & make sure we were always good. Overall, an AMAZING stay! 10/10 would recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

10 Dec 2023

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

Host was warm and welcoming. She also helped make a connection for a local tour. Cabin was clean and quiet.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashanti C.

10 Dec 2023

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

The perfect birthday in Alaska!

I booked my stay at Nancy’s after doing some reset about the area and noticing my initial accommodations were about an hour’s drive from everything I wanted to do. Nancy was super communicative from my initial inquiry until I left, offering info about local places to try and catch the Northern Lights. I was not disappointed. :) The cabin is in a back corner of Nancy’s property and has all the basics. There’s a coffee machine (which saved my life while trying to catch the lights on 4 hours of sleep), dishes, towels, extra pillows, books about Alaska and the Aurora Borealis and so much more! I ventured up to the loft area and while it it quite spacious, I opted to stay on the ground level. Overall, my stay at Nancy’s was the perfect way to celebrate my 30th birthday and I am so thankful for her hospitality. I would love to come back in the summer and experience Alaska and Nancy’s place.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robey G.

8 Dec 2023

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

North Pole Cabins

Excellent host and excellent cabin. Nancy was fabulous with helping me to plan this adventure!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario V

15 Nov 2023

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

Great place to stay while visiting The North Pole!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose L.

7 Oct 2023

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

Hidden Gem

This cute little cabin was comfortable for my husband and I to stay at for 7 days. Everything was cleanmwhen we arrived and our host even came in to tidy up a few days into our stay. The pond in back of the cabin gave us a nice view of the ducks swimming around during the day. The location is central to grocery stores and not too far from downtown Fairbanks for some nice dinners. The only drawback is that the second bed is located in a loft that has a steep staircase. Because we are both senior citizens and did not want to deal with a potential injury on our vacation, we did not use it, so we just cuddled up on the bed on the main floor. All in all, it was terrific and made our 25th Anniversary quite special.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Homer E.

11 Sept 2023

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Will be back

It was a beautiful week for my sister and I and to stay in such a wonderful cabin just added to our return to Alaska.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

10 Sept 2023

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

The cabin was perfect for us..Nancy is very accommodating

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

15 Aug 2023

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

Cozy cabin

Great location near highway but tucked back in the woods. Enjoyed the fire pit, gas grill and picnic tables outside. The cabin was clean, well supplied and relaxing. We enjoyed chatting with Nancy and our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

25 July 2023

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

FAI -- North Pole

Wonderful location, clean accommodations, easy to find, and a great host. Couldn't ask for better.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

11 June 2023

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

Nice and Private

Property was nice and quiet, nice quiet neighborhood. Clean and easy check in. Nancy was very nice and helpful and easy to get in touch with. Perfectly located between Eielson AFB and Fairbanks. Easy to get to off the highway. I would recommend this cabin.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

17 May 2023

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Our entire stay @ North Star Borough

We enjoyed our entire experience. Cabin is fully furnished and very clean! If you don’t find the pamphlet in the cabin that helps you decide what there is to do in the area, Nancy has MANY suggestions. Nancy was very helpful & understanding with any questions I asked. This cabin is a true Alaska experience (but has running water & indoor toilet)!😃

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena S.

10 May 2023

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

What we were looking for

We were looking for a cabin that would accommodate camping like atmosphere outside with the comfort and convenience of a comfortable bed running water a full bathroom and heat. Inside. We found the cabin to be exactly what we We're looking for and it came with extra conveniences like a Mini kitchen with microwave, TV, Internet and even a full size coffee pot with. Coffee pot with coffee pot with coffee in the room. The hostess, nancy, was awesome. She was very accommodating communicated with us clearly and was generous and nice.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

diana t.

5 May 2023

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

Amazing!

My husband needed to be there for a family emergency. We will definitely stay here when we go back! Nancy was great and very quick to answer questions etc. this is an Alaskan gem!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

L:ou L.

19 Apr 2023

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

Nancy’s Cabins

Nice place to stay

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by North Pole Nancy Petersen

I was born in the Alaskan Territory and raised in this area, the daughter of early Alaskan Pioneers. My father is the first civilian to drive the Alaska Highway and he entered Fairbanks in November 1943 after a long trip up the Alcan as it was being built. He met my mother, who was here, working as a flight instructor. The two of them flew, together and separately here in Alaska. Flying became a lifetime venture, with my father, retiring in 1980 after an accident-free career in public air transportation in Alaska airspace. I, myself became a licensed pilot, but opted for a life on the ground, raising my sons and now a grandson. I enjoy earth bound things and am deeply rooted here in the 'frozen north'. As a child, I rode around with my father in a 1925 Model T Ford truck. Even now, it still runs, and I drive it for the enjoyment of the general public. Pictured here is me, and the old truck.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this place because it is such a 'retreat' and so 'Alaskan'. I love the log home look and feel, and I enjoy the wooded, private environment here. The water nearby is peaceful and such a great place for the ducks to nest and raise their young. It is a peaceful place to wake up each morning and to go to bed each night. You can hear the birds singing and the chatter of squirrels, and the sounds of nature are not drowned out by the sounds of the nearby highway.

What makes this property unique

Available year round with comfort, warmth, privacy, and convenience. Our North Pole Cabin is located in a peaceful setting, great for tourists, and also great for folks working or visiting in the area. We are 9 minutes from the Eielson Air Force Base and 20 minutes from the Ft Wainwright Army Base. We are 7 minutes from the Oil Refinery, and 20 minutes from downtown Fairbanks. If you are WORKING, TOURING, or VISITING FAMILY our North Pole Cabin is a great choice for many reasons, including having a memorable 'cabin experience' in ALASKA!!