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

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Escape to Riverside Retreat, where the tranquil surroundings of a cabin await. With a sitting area and kitchen on the second floor, unwind in this peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. Enjoy access to four bedrooms, perfect for families or groups.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1090 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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 amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 970 square feet

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Property grounds

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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Policies

Check-out

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

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

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
We ask that people smoke outside.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transport 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 area

Map
Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Pioneer Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. Family Friendly. located?

Located in College, this holiday 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 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

7.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 201 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dr. Ron F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good, nice location, great host
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

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

Great Location & Stay

We enjoyed our seven-night stay in winter 2025. The hosts were friendly and the place had all we needed; we especially liked spending time in the kitchen, with its big window overlooking the Chena River.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

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

Anne F.

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

Peaceful Family Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. Our host did an outstanding job making us feel welcome, and the property was exactly as described in the listing. The location was perfect with a huge lawn right on the Chena River! We enjoyed relaxing on the deck, our kids enjoyed paddleboarding on the river, and our dog enjoyed exploring the spacious yard. The home itself has a unique, old time Alaska feel to it, and the beds were very comfortable. I enjoyed reading some of the articles hanging up about the history of the area. Our kids also enjoyed the puzzles and games, a nice break from the screens. We would definitely like to stay again next time we are in Fairbanks. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Great Property

Perfect for family traveling for sports.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann W.

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

Would Stay Again

I enjoyed my stay and the company of the owners. The hominess of this place was wonderful.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great!

We had a great stay! Marge was very welcoming and the place had plenty of room for our family. The property was beautiful right on the river. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

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

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

Carol R.

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

River runners

Always excellent. This is the 4th time we have stayed here
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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 traveller

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

James B.

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

Review

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

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

Family fun

Property is old and outdated. But the beds are comfy. Quiet upstairs apartment right by the river. Easy access to lots of places. Hunters paradise with all the trophies on the walls. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Britt H.

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

Fun in the Cold

We had a great visit to Fairbanks. The accomodations were perfect for my family of 5 (three teens and two parents) and additionally two grandparents. We were all comfy, warm, and had plenty of room and kitchen space for our needs. We didn't spend much time in the unit because we were out exploring Fairbanks but everything was great when we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jenna E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location was great. Home was just okay.

Mardee was a lovely host who has put lots of love and years into this property. The location was very convenient- close to town, the highway, and right on the river. Loved sitting out on the porch in the evening. Living space and kitchen weren’t large but were sufficient for our group. The property could have been cleaner. Unfortunately, we were very put off by the initial smell of cigarette smoke coming from the attached home below. It was quite strong a few days. We were able to dilute the smell with air fresheners and a box fan. In general, the home didn’t feel very clean- we did surface cleaning when we got there and there was dirt buildup on several surfaces, and the bedding was old/worn/sticky in places as well. Unfortunately, we likely would not stay again. It was a good size/location/price for our group, but next time I will pay more for a more tidy space/
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Free Spirit Dog Training

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

Safe place for dogs, beautiful views

Flexible checkin/out times, this was a great area to have dogs with us. The interior is outdated, but in a very cute way. There were some things the previous people had left behind (children’s socks and undies in the hallway) that weren’t noticed by the host. The balcony was lovely to sit on, the only real downside was the heat wave that we had, certainly not controllable, but the lack of ventilation was a bit uncomfortable, so if you’re headed here during summer, just be aware. We definitely enjoyed our stay and would recommend Martha’s place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was wonderful to work with and the location was beautiful.. right along the river. The rooms were decorated with awesome game furs and taxidermy. It was an ideal place for us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cooper G.

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

River stay

Great house, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chari B.

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

Great stay with family

Visiting from Idaho to see my sister, we had an amazing stay. The Ice Sculptures were beautiful. We made the trek to Chena Hot Springs twice during our stay. It was quite a dream relaxing in that warm water and staring into a sky I feel like I have never seen before. On our last night, as we pulled in after a long soak in the Hot Springs, we saw a great show of green dancing lights. The space was just what we needed to rest at night and fuel up for another adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elliot K.

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

Mostly good, except for a couple of minor issues.

Really decent place overall. It's situated a bit outside of town, but still close. Less light pollution, so sometimes you can see the aurora without driving anyplace. Lots of space to spread out if you're 4 people. Originally we were going to be seven though, and that would still have been fine... except for the fact that there's only one bathroom. Beds were relatively comfortable. Pillows so-so. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you need, including generous supply of condiments and even snacks. Moreso than most VRBOs. The pans, however, were old, and teflon was coming off. I liked the rustic decorations... grizzly bear watching over us at night. Cleanliness was decent, but there is the smell of smoke. Guests are not allowed to smoke inside, but the owner smokes in the sunroom below, and that sometimes wafts into the upstairs living space. Also, the water had a smell to it. No one suffered any ill effects though. Overall, very decent place especially for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Great house great price

It's a beautiful older house on the river. It's well maintained and clean. It was warm and comfortable. Just awesome
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025