Title: Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. Family-friendly slopeside fun near cross-country skiing ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76269900/76269853/9288e84b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76269900/76269853/26eb3f11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76269900/76269853/5b8d730f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76269900/76269853/19562054.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76269900/76269853/78417c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the Alaskan wilderness with a stay at this cozy cabin, nestled on 5 private acres of woods. With no houses in sight, enjoy unobstructed views and stunning Aurora displays from the comfort of your own space. Located between downtown Fairbanks and Chena Hot Springs Resort, experience the best of both worlds - relaxation and adventure. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen £208 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. Close to Chena Hotsprings! Your private Alaskan dream vacation brought directly to you; 5 Private acres - Aurora viewing - Alaskan woods - right at your doorstep. As you are nestled in this cozy cabin with all the creature comforts for a relaxing vacation, you will be completely surrounded by the Alaskan woods and the wilds you came here for. Entirely private 5 acres, no other houses in sight from cabin windows. Auroras dance above this cabin with beautiful clarity without the light pollution of town. (when weather permits) Well maintained roads to this cabin will keep you stress free as you decide between an evening soak at Chena Hot Springs Resort or a fun dinner in town. LOCATION This cabin is perfectly sandwiched between downtown Fairbanks and the Chena Hot Springs Resort, cozily tucked in genuine Alaskan woods. Far enough removed from Fairbanks light pollution for perfect Aurora viewing but still a comfortable (and gorgeous) drive in for groceries or dinner in town. As gorgeous as the drive in to town is, its even better out to Chena hot springs resort. This location cuts the drive in half from town to the Hot Springs to allow for an easy evening of fun at the resort. You don't need a room there to enjoy their phenomenal restaurant and bar or to buy a day pass for a soak in the springs! Come experience this cabin for yourself as the perfect romantic Arctic getaway. \*\*\*Please note \*\*\* Well water has been tested and is safe for consumption. The hot water has a slight sulphur odor (shower). If this would be a problem for you we recommend considering another rental. \*\*\*The third bedroom with the twin bed is accessed THROUGH the master loft. AKA you will be walking past the king bed to get to this room. Once you are in the 3rd bedroom, the door shuts completely and is entirely private. \-$100 pet fee \- Heating oil is used to heat the cabin. There is no wood stove. \-No A/C One outdoor security camera that monitors the driveway. THE CABIN A gorgeous combination of the heavy wood cabin in your Alaskan dream vacation with a modern flare. One of the best features? The spaciously luxurious loft. Fitted with a king size bed, canopy curtains and a view of the 5 acres of Alaskan woods this property sits on. Walk down the stairs each morning to the sunrise glow streaming in through the large windows that adorn the entire cabin. This stay is brimming with natural light and a feel of the outdoors. Even once the sun is down, dimmable up lighting allows for the feel of daylight no matter the time of day. Faux furs and blankets adorning the entire place keeps the cabin soft, warm and a cozy environment you wont want to leave. The living space is outfitted with expertly picked out, upscale wicker furnishings that are pet friendly, allowing for FULL washable coverings and a complete clean wipe down for no lingering smells or dandruff. Pristine, for each new guest to make the cabin their own vacation. A full kitchen with an open floor plan to the living areas will be the sweetest place for a dinner in or a hearty breakfast before your days adventure. One of the most exciting aspects? Staying out in the woods WITHOUT an outhouse! A beautiful full bathroom with a large tub, shower and décor to suit a relaxing getaway. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski-in/ski-out access ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Ski-in/ski-out access - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100154200/100154118/1a798923.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big sky aurora! stunning views Fairbanks - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews £182 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=100154118&PinnedHotelID=100154118&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48390000/48383000/48382990/a3f80e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Getaway Cabin near Hot Springs Fairbanks - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=48382990&PinnedHotelID=48382990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78360000/78354900/78354848/w903h683x60y0-b6c64728.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Polar Luxe Log Home （极地豪华小屋） North Pole - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 38 reviews £447 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=78354848&PinnedHotelID=78354848&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89150000/89143100/89143075/33339f97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Log Cabin, 30 min from Chena Hot Springs Fairbanks - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 44 reviews £194 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 22 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=89143075&PinnedHotelID=89143075&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89810000/89808900/89808871/w904h683x60y0-220d6b66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Cabin at 17.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C64.86201%2C-146.96211&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vywlhd-MY_2YcLy_91Qm-stjQTA=) Fairbanks, AK #### What's nearby - Fairbanks Ice Museum - 46 min drive - 32.1 miles - Creamer's Field - 47 min drive - 30.2 miles - Fort Wainwright - 47 min drive - 32.7 miles - Santa Claus House - 50 min drive - 32.8 miles - Chena Hot Springs - 60 min drive - 47.3 miles #### Getting around - Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 47 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Two Rivers Lodge - ‬11 min drive - ‪Missing Moose Cafe - ‬9 min drive - ‪Wagner's Pizza Bus - ‬11 min drive - ‪Wagner's Pizza Bus - ‬11 min drive - ‪Arctic Clover - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private.? > As of 8 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. on 9 Oct 2025 start from £208.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fairbanks-Hotels-Tucked-In-The-Woods-Auroras-Seen-Here-Private.h76269853.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. located? > Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cabin in Fairbanks is situated in the mountains, 1.3 mi (2 km) from Chena River, and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. North Star Golf Club and Tors Trailhead are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tucked in the woods! Auroras seen here. Private. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 35 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly C. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and perfect! My family and I had an amazing stay! Property was perfect and was an excellent location for both Chena Hot Springs, North Pole, and Fairbanks activities. Hosts were excellent and so helpful! Definately staying again, and they had mugs available for purchase! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/875ed3ce-37a8-4d4d-810f-22a13fbfeb8e-1751180300986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/96c527fe-32a2-4451-9a32-f9360228796e-1751180300646.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/67e3e577-660f-4b2d-81e1-55e72bc030da-1751180300649.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/af66e936-1a04-4051-8f42-0246b02d13f7-1751180302179.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Holly C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manuel G. 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cabin tucked away Great little cabin tucked away and private. Provides everything you need for a fantastic getaway ##### Manuel G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sherrie e. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome stay The cabin was perfect! It was very clean and well stocked. The location was good for many activities. The owners were easy to work with and the dogs were so fun!! We loved the private dog mushing experience. It is very quiet and secluded, we were able to view the northern lights from the back yard! The whole experience/stay was amazing, we hope to visit again. ##### sherrie e. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria A. 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! We found the house comfortable and clean. The dogs and dog sled ride were extraordinary. Elke is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Watching the northern lights from the driveway made the trip perfect! ##### Maria A. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina H. 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Alaskan Getaway! We absolutely loved staying here, meeting the owner, dog sledding, and exploring from this awesome home base as we learned what Alaska is made of… we can’t wait to bring our family to explore more. Perfect place away from town! ##### Christina H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ling Y. 10 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved our stay! The place is homey and has everything you could need. Was able to catch the Aurora right above the home -- noth ##### Ling Y. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben B. 3 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect place in a perfect place! We had an amazing time at this wonderful property. The cabin fit two adult couples very well and we had everything we needed. The hosts were very responsive throughout. Then beyond the beautiful space, we had the BEST time meeting the sled dogs and learning all about life in the area. We would absolutely stay again! ##### Ben B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison K., United States 30 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique and amazing vacation! Loved everything about this place! Interacting with the sled dogs, cabin is pristine, far away but still close enough to run into town. ##### Allison K. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace M. 26 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house in the country This home is perfectly located between fairbanks and chena hot springs. Super cute inside. Cozy dog sledding theme is adorable! Great dog sled adventure and so nice to meet and play with the dogs! Terrific hosts too! ##### Candace M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas M. 25 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Alaskan getaway This cabin was a perfect location. It was clean and beautiful. The host was more than accommodating and helpful. ##### Thomas M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John C. 25 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dog Sledding Adventure Great communication, convenient location, extra fun with dog sled adventure starting from the backyard! ##### John C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tenni T. 4 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay The cabin is super cozy, a real labor of love. We were lucky to have multiple nights of seeing the aurora during our visit, but enjoyed watching it most right outside the cabin. We also enjoyed the private dog mushing and our dog team made it a very enjoyable experience. Overall we had a great time, and hope to be back again someday. Highly recommend! ##### Tenni T. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The true Alaskan Experience The location and layout of the property gave us the feeling that we were truly in the wilderness. We fully expected to look out and see a moose wandering through the fire pit area. While we were only 45 minutes from most of the activities we had planned, we felt the experience of being in the real Alaska. Thank you for being a part of a great start to our Alaska adventure. ##### David B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace C., Kenmore 27 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect cabin, Great location & Sled dog demo on site! The cabin was perfect for our group of 4 adults. We enjoyed having a full kitchen and a washer and dryer. It was an easy distance to drive to the hot springs and we enjoyed seeing moose on the drive. We added the dog sled demonstration on to our stay and enjoyed the experience. As a tourist, you don't often get the opportunity to interact with your host. Meeting Elke and her dogs was a highlight of our trip to Alaska. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin and your mushing stories with us. ##### Candace C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam K. 1 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic House and Host Elke, the host, is an amazing person who made the stay lovely. She took my wife and I on an wonderful sled ride. It was magical. Elke has such passion for her dogs and sledding and that passion shows in both her careful attention to detail at her beautiful lodge to her very responsive communication. The lodge is in the perfect location for seeing the Northern lights. What a treat! Thank you Elke! ##### Adam K. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin N. 2 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A perfect escape to a cabin in the woods! Thank you to Elke, Matt, and Lisa or a wonderful stay at this beautiful cabin in the woods. They were very responsive hosts, answering all of our questions and providing lots of great local recommendations and instructions on how to operate all of the amenities in the cabin. We stayed for 3 nights in September and enjoyed the peace and quiet of this welcoming, exceptionally clean and cozy cabin. It was a perfect place to unplug and relax, while still being close to town and offering the comforts of home. We were lucky to see the Auroras on our final night at the cabin, with dark skies right outside our front door. The dog sledding experience was unforgettable. It was such a treat to meet Elke's wonder dogs and learn about mushing in Alaska. Thank you for this experience - we will never forget it, and will follow the team in the upcoming Iditarod. We fell head over heels for the pups, and we'll be cheering for you in March! ##### Justin N. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H. 16 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Winter Getaway! Elke has done a fantastic job creating a cozy environment that is warm and inviting. The cabin location was ideal for us being outside of the city in the snowy woods yet still having the convenience of modern amenities! We saw several moose along the main road and thoroughly enjoyed seeing the amazing Aurora Borealis right from the property multiple nights during our stay. A highlight of our trip was the dog mushing adventure with Elke. Her dedication and love for her dogs is truly inspirational. She spent extra time with us answering all of our questions and had great conversation ~ we feel like we've known her for years! We highly recommend staying here. Thank you Elke for the perfect winter Alaskan getaway! ##### Susan H. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fatima O. 8 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Elke's Cabin There are no words to describe just how wonderful Elke and her cabin are. Really! The cabin itself was beautifully decorated, the beds extremely comfortable, and the kitchen well stocked with everything needed to make breakfast and dinner. The morning light coming in through the windows, and seeing the Northern Lights right outside at night made the cabin feel magical. The washer/dryer were appreciated after spending time at Chena Hot Springs. The wood burning stove was mesmerizing, as we looked forward to ending the day sipping tea/coffee by the fire. We did have one movie night in the TV room/bedroom upstairs, next to the bedroom loft. Location was perfect, as we were centrally located to town, and the hot springs, both 30-45 min away. North Pole, reindeer walk, hikes were easily accessible. There is a feel of seclusion, without being isolated. Elke herself was a joy to meet, such a bubbly and energetic personality! Her love of her dogs, and passion for dog sledding was evident, and infectious! We thoroughly enjoyed the included mushing experience and hot cider in a tent! Communication with Elke was a breeze, she was prompt with updates and responses, including letting me know when the auroras were out! Her honesty, and moral character was demonstrated when she called me after checking out to alert me that my jewelry was found. We'd definitely return to this cabin in the future, and encourage anyone considering a visit to Fairbanks to book this amazing place!! ##### Fatima O. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jena F., Reno, nv 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy winter getaway at rustic cabin in the woods Stayed 6 nights in late March. Lots of snow around cabin which was quite pretty and made for a quiet retreat, except for when a few tons of snow slid off the roof one afternoon and we thought it was an earthquake!! That was crazy. Cabin is situated off the beaten path in densely treed area. Dark at night, though we weren't able to see Northern Lights :( Limited dining options in Pleasant Valley (5 min drive). Plan accordingly! Wagners food truck was great, the pizza especially. Also had a great dinner at Chena (45 min drive) in the lodge which a was pretty cool hangout! Got to see a moose on drive back to cabin which was awesome! Cabin has fully functional but small kitchen allowed for making breakfast at home and some lunches. Nice coffee maker, so bring your grounds! Fridge is in an add-on room off kitchen, along with washer/dryer which was nice to have. Would've appreciated more plates, coffee mugs, forks/spoons so we didn't have to do dishes so frequently on vaca, but we made do. Cabin shows its age in some areas, but was clean and cutely furnished. Could use some updating (kitchen/bathroom floors) and definitely could some window coverings in upstairs sleeping loft to help block out the sun. We improvised and stacked pillows in the sills adjacent the bed. Loved the canopy around the bed upstairs! Beds were on the firmer side, we slept great. Living room furniture could be updated for price point of cabin (summer outdoor furniture), though living room was cozy otherwise. Some board games would be a nice addition! Overall, for our family, we found 1-2 less days would have been ideal, with a few nights in Fairbanks to experience Fairbanks' attractions (museum, cultural center, ice museum/sculpture competition, breweries, shopping, Pump House restaurant and the Crepery!) We got a little restless after day 4 at the cabin after having made a day trip out to Chena Hotsprings, partaking in some dog sledding, ice fishing (Rod's was great!) and snowmachining. We have a hard time relaxing because we're active people, but for others who can relax more easily, the cabin is a perfect place to be if your looking for a relaxing getaway! ##### Jena F. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenna N. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jenna N. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy V. 19 Sept 2024 ##### Wendy V. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric F 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Stayed for a week family loved it ! Will definitely book here again in the future! ##### Eric F Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack F. 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### OK OK ##### Jack F. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse N. 26 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply amazing! Staying at the Silver Songs was an absolute pleasure. I cannot imagine having a better experience anywhere else. The cabin, location, and surrounding nature make for an amazing getaway. Hats off to our wonderful host too. She was easy to contact and quick to respond when there was a need. We stayed a week for our honeymoon, and I would strongly recommend this property and host for any occasion. We could travel to a close café, and we were halfway between Chena Springs and Fairbanks. Don't miss out on the dog sled rides either. Perfect for feeling adventurous while going through groomed trails. It is a magical feeling and unforgettable experience moving through the trails. Simply remarkable doing all of this without any mushing experience. There is no better option than to get picked up at the cabin, relaxing in the hot tent, and getting to see the northern lights. We could not have planned a better opportunity to share this with each other. Again, hats off to our wonderful host! She made sure we were taken care of in the Alaskan wilderness. This is the type of stay you always remember. The cabin is perfect, the fire pit is excellent, the sled ride was a dream, and the northern lights added the final touches to a stay we could not have found anywhere else. ##### Jesse N. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian F. 12 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly a wilderness vacation. The property was just as I expected. Comforts of home but the feeling of remote living. Comfortable furnishings and nicely decorated. Within driving distance to many things on a bucket list. Chena Hot Springs for a nighttime soak and a great restaurant, walking with reindeer in Two Rivers. The best part of the stay was the Silver Songs Sled Dogs excursions. Peaceful sledding in a Winter wonderland. The owner is very experienced and knowledgeable about sledding and loves her dogs. She and her dogs are amazing to watch as a team. I would highly recommend a stay at the cabin and hope to make it back there some day. ##### Brian F. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022