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

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TV, fireplace, books
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Place, Chena River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Wainwright
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairbanks Ice Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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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.
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Chena River. The cabin offers a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms.
  • The cabin offers a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a fireplace
  • Amenities include a water dispenser
  • Steps from Chena River and 12 minutes by car from Morning Star Park
This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

This North Pole cabin is smoke free.

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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is permitted on outside deck

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very well furnished and decorated. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cabin! It stayed cozy warm even when it was 40 below outside! Would definitely book again in the future. Host was very responsive to texts and any questions I had. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay. Just great. No other way to describe it; you need to experience it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Clean cabin. We were able to see some Northern Lights which was the main purpose of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host, great cabin, and excellent location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful log cabin with everything you might need. Lovely inside and gorgeous setting on the river. Host was very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was wonderful and just as advertised. The cabin was super clean and the location was great! The owners were super helpful and communicated well! We can’t wait to go back sometime!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication. Cabin was decorated just right. Stain glass was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

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

Riverbend

Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gil C.

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

Cute cabin!!

Very cute cabin in a beautiful location right on the Chena river!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deven F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin, close to everything! Hostess was attentive and answered all our inquires in a very timely manner. Great Alaskan experience!! Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walter H.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Convenient and cozy

Well located outside of town, convenient access to town and food.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nidhi P.

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

Wonderful Cabin in woods

Was a beautiful cabin, location was great I was able to see northern lights on one of the says it was gorgeous host is awesome very friendly and helpful stay was great!! Must recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a cozy, lovely spot and perfect for two or three people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Great location for light chasing!

Great location base for light chasing…..and to actually see them there as well. Super comfy bed!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute little cabin.The location is fantastic where you are far enough out to get good shots of the northern lights without having to travel just step outside. We found north pole easier for shoping and able to cook easily at the cabin with all the little bits suplied( salt,pepper,oil and that sprt of thing).Access was easy and Heathers directions were easy to follow and spot on.Cant say how much we enjoyed staying and it is everything the photos show. Heather has been fantastic with communication and made our trip one of the best we have ever had.Thanks Heather
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful, rustic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

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

Great Experience at this Peaceful Cabin

I had a wonderful stay at this cabin. It is charming and spacious, with everything I needed. It was the perfect weekend getaway. Checking in and out and communicating with the host were all great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful, riverside location. Cosy, well appointed cabin with all necessities for a comfortable stay. Relatively close to shops and sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret K.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt D.

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

North Pole Cabin

Cozy little cabin
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for our needs of visiting old friends and doing things around Fairbanks and CHS road. Really nice place, felt like a place that we could live in forever😎
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022