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North Pole Cabin Retreat

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View as you walk to the side door entrance where we have a quiet second rental
summer cabin view front door 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!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 432.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Water view

Explore the area

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North Pole, AK
  • Santa Claus House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • North Pole Plaza
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Fort Wainwright
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks (EIL-Eielson Air Force Base)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

North Pole Cabin Retreat

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 907-590-9010 call or text 24/7
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are allowed on a case by case basis. $10 day
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed OUTSIDE. NO smoking in cabin.
Guests are asked to smoke outside. Use ashcan for fire safely. Do NOT to bring any ashtray items into the cabin. 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

North Pole

Located in North Pole, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chena River Lakes Recreation Area and Birch Hill Recreation Area, 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.
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North Pole, AK

What's nearby

  • Beaver Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Claus House - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • North Pole Plaza - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Chena River Lakes Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 16 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪North Pole Crepery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Little Richard's Family Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Pole Alehouse - ‬3 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 12:00 PM.

Where is North Pole Cabin Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Beaver Lake, North Pole Plaza and Morning Star Park. North Pole City Hall and Santa Claus House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryne J.

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

Just like home

One of the nicest places ive stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Amazing Experience

It was our first time in Alaska and Nancy helped make our time memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Q.

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

North Pole AK

Nice cabin, good price, well located for all the things we wanted to do on our Alaska trip. Went up there to see aurora and there was a great frozen lake viewing area around the corner
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohan K.

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

Cozy and relaxing stay in Nancy’s cabin

Loved the cabin. Everything you need for a relaxing stay is available. Exactly what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francois N.

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

Wonderful host

Nancy went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. Great location close to Chena Lake and cozy cabin with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rudra G.

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

Awesome and Cozy!

The cabin was exceptionally clean, neat, and cozy, making it the perfect place to relax after exploring the beautiful surroundings. It was well-equipped with all the essentials, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay.Nancy was an amazing host—she was welcoming, friendly, and provided great recommendations on where to go and what to see. We got to see Northern lights just at 10 mins distance from the cabin.If you're looking for a peaceful and charming retreat in North Pole, this is definitely the place to stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay in North Pole. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Cabin in a Winter Wonderland!

Cozy cabin, tucked among thick, snow covered pines. A true Winter Wonderland retreat! With a short drive, to everything the friendly town, North Pole, Alaska has to offer! Santa Claus House is near, and a short day trip to Chena Hot Springs is a must! Ifyou
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Christmas 2024

Nancy is a great hostess and was very helpful with all of our questions and requests. We give her 5 stars across the board.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Alaskan Sky Geezers

Our group are all Californians. Our sole mission was to see the Aurora Borealis, none of us had ever seen them.Nancy our host was absolutely phenomenal! She gave us so many suggestions of what to do in the area and she immediately became our new friend. The best host I’ve ever had!!The cabin is charming and extremely clean. The loft was a fun bedroom to stay in for an additional couple. They felt like kids climbing up and down the ladder!The location was perfect, less than 5 minutes to town, tucked away in the woods. Nancy the host has stocked the cabin with everything to cook with. Coffee Pot, coffee and accoutrements were provided.We were not disappointed and yes… we got to see the Aurora Borealis! It was awesome!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property owner very helpful and informative. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl S.

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

North Pole Cabin

The cabin is cozy and rustic. It was very clean and fully stocked. Host Nancy was very helpful and provided information we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario V

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

john

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

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place of stay embarked upon the true spirit of the interior of Alaska. From Santa Claus to the Northern Lights, I would hope that any who venture this way to highly consider this as a home base. I had the most wonderful time!!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

L:ou L.

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

Nancy’s Cabins

Nice place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

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

North pole

Quaint log cabin to enjoy fairbanks and points north
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

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

The Perfect Cabin Getaway!

The cabin was quiet and perfectly located. It was clean and spacious for our needs. North Pole Nancy was very attentive, answering all of the questions we had. We bbq'ed and used the firepit every evening. Thank you North Pole Nancy for such a winderful trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

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

Guest cabin in the woods

This cabin is private, quiet, and in a beautiful natural setting. It's easily accessible to nearby towns, shopping, and local attractions. Host was very communicative and helpful, and provided a few thoughtful touches specific to the stay. Very clean and well-maintained. The host clearly takes pride in hosting. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cabin was perfect for us..Nancy is very accommodating

10/10 Excellent

Brett H.

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Excellent!

Wonderful property! Came to North Pole for my aunt and uncle's 70th wedding anniversary at Chena lake recreational park real close by, so location was perfect. 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

OMAR

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

Robey G.

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

Catherine

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

Pam O.

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

Getaway Cabin

Warm and cozy, has all you need, Nancy was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by North Pole Nancy Petersen 907-590-9010 call or text 24/7

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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!!

Languages:

English

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