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The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views

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Yurt A, one of our two gorgeous yurts on the property.
Exterior detail
Yurt in summertime
Deck with seating area and small grill
new spiral staircase

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Moose Mountain
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Fort Wainwright
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views

Enjoy Fairbanks from above... in the hills with a sunny south facing view…ski or hike out your door from this beautiful deluxe yurt located right on the ski hill!

Features:
*Private chalet style yurt cottage on wooded hillside lot
*Skylight + out of town darkness = great northern lights viewing!
*Knotty pine interior; French doors to deck; Cozy and warm…
*Private deck with grill; Outdoor fire pit
*Scenic views + warmer temps than town + hiking and ski trails right out the door
*Fully equipped kitchen; refrigerator, stove top, microwave, coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishes, and cutlery
*Fully furnished; high quality linens; 2 bedrooms plus sleeping loft with double futon. (One bedroom with two twins and second bedroom with one queen)
*Full bathroom with tub+shower and private washer/dryer
*All utilities provided including large screen TV plus Internet/WiFi


*Nearby historic sites, gold panning, dog mushing, natural hot springs, arctic cultural events, river or ice fishing, ice sculptures, and lots more! Owner is a long-time resident and retired teacher with plenty of local knowledge and suggestions
*optional addition of 2nd yurt and next door rental house for larger groups
Mountain Moose...An alpine getaway…and only a short drive from downtown Fairbanks!

* four-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive is needed during the winter months
(September -April)

*Must be 25+ to make a reservation.
*NO parties/events! In consideration of all other on-site guests and neighbors, booked guest count will be strictly enforced at all times.
*Use of SHARED outdoor hot tub (4 person limit) through a short trail to the main house, within usage guidelines listed in guest handbook. Guidelines must be adhered to in order to avoid additional cleaning fees.

*Don't see your dates? Check our second yurt listing!

Property manager

Colleen Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Very strict rule

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fairbanks

Located in Fairbanks, this cottage is in a rural area. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Pioneer Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fairbanks Ice Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carlson Center Event Arena or Growden Memorial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • Moose Mountain - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 24 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Creamer's Field - 26 min drive - 19.2 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 27 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 31 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ivory Jacks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ursa Major Distilling - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Vallata - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Sams Wonderful Taste of Thai - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hearthside Bread Bakery - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cottage in Fairbanks is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Moose Mountain and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Fairbanks Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northern Lights!!
We came to see the Northern Lights and enjoy Fairbanks. The Aurora Yurt was a great place to retreat to at the end of a long adventure filled day. It was also great for viewing the Aurora right out the front door
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Must stay
The yurt was cozy, comfortable and just amazing. If you’re looking for a remote place, this is it. Buy groceries since you’re about 20 minutes from town. They provide a lot of kitchen supplies. If you want to snowboard/ski, it’s a mile from Moose Mountain and 40 minutes from Skii Land and 25 minutes from the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Amazing!!! Would stay here again. Colleen is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Perfection
If you have the opportunity to stay in the Aurora Yurt, do it! Most beautiful, and comfortable place we stayed! The Aurora was spectacular, sunrise and sunsets were a close second. This place is thoughtfully arranged and maintained! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Getaway!
We loved staying here! Colleen was great with ongoing communication, including detailed directions & checking in. We arrived to a warm, cozy, & spacious place with twinkle lights, lamps & candles welcoming us. The bed was comfy & the morning sunrise out the front door/windows was beautiful! We highly recommend this to anyone who wants a peaceful, out-of-city getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Late fall stay, unbelievable
Just the right distance from Fairbanks to feel you’ve gotten away without being so far you can’t go into town, this place was incredible. It has a phenomenal view, a quiet ambience, and a fully furnished cabin with all the typical amenities of a home. I came here with my friend, and other than groceries, we were fully provided for and did not need to access Fairbanks unless we wanted to. The property manager is easy to contact through the vrbo website and is very responsive. She also let us know whenever she noticed the aurora so we wouldn’t miss it. We did see the aurora from the cabin, with perfect darkness and elevation for fantastic viewing. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway in a warm, cozy, mountain forest cabin with a view of the Fairbanks valley right from the kitchen, this place is amazing. Would strongly recommend four wheel drive to get up there, but the roads are maintained (plowed) from Fairbanks to the cabin (just a thick snow and ice layer). We had a ford explorer and it was perfect. I cannot recommend this experience enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yurt was different and fun
Everything was clean and worked out great for us
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Yurt Worth Staying At.
Property was clean and welcoming, offering a unique experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Aurora Yurt
Very comfortable. We love staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and. Ozy
The yurt was very nice. Clean and spacious and cozy. It has a good view and is very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We enjoyed our stay. The host was accommodating, and the place was very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain stay!
What an incredible week!!! The yurt was exactly as described and Colleen had every contingency planned for!!! What a cozy and wonderful stay! Not sure I’ve slept on a more comfortable bed at a rental property! And the sleds were a nice touch! Thank you for the obvious time end effort you put into your rentals!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base in Fairbanks area !
Aurora Yurt is in a beautiful location and has everything you need to relax between adventures in the area. Peaceful lovely view . Using Colleen’s tips we saw the Northern lights 3/6 nights in spite of cloudy forecasts! Convenient location not far from University of Alaska Fairbanks museum, trail system groceries restaurants. We used the well stocked kitchen and were plenty warm in the Yurt. Colleen’s beautiful snow dogs came to visit and they are special! Would like to return in summertime and would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for Aurora♡
We loved everything about this yurt! Cozy, beautiful & warm - we were always happy returning home to it after all of our adventures♡Colleen has created a space with all of the convenience of being home. The yurt is stocked with so many extras that you would never expect to be in a VRBO. IT IS A GREAT LOCATION TO SEE THE AURORA! We watched it dance in the sky 5 of the 7 nights we were there right on the porch♡It is truely amazing! The drive into town is around 25 minutes & the roads are very well taken care of. We rented a 4WD & didnt have any problems. Loved the hot tub & her doggies visited us several nights😁We highly recommend this yurt & would stay here again if we ever return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just right!
The yurt was clean and smelled clean which is the first and most important to me. My 15 and 18yr old daughters are very picky and they loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LL N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ah Maz Ing!
Just amazing! Stop reading comments, and just book it already!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie T G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm & comfortable Yurt
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Even though it was freezing outside the heater kept the entire yurt cozy and warm. We were impressed. The place was spotless clean, beds were all comfortable and the kitchen was adequate for our groups cooking needs. Colleen was always responsive to my questions about viewing the aurora even though she was out of town on a family emergency. Our only disappointment was that the aurora was very weak the time we were in town and we didn’t know til the last day that when it’s faint you can’t see it with the naked eyes but if you take pictures of the whitish grey clouds changing forms you will see the aurora colors in your picture. We will definitely be back for aurora viewing again. There was also someone who stopped by during our stay to put ice melt down. Thanks Colleen for being attentive to the details to make our stay enjoyable and safe!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views and Attentive Host
The hosts were super proactive and attentive before and during our stay! Their recommendations were marvelous and the view was breathtaking! I'd recommend here in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded and comfortable
This was our first experience in a yurt. Surprisingly warm and quaint. Easy check in and the host was helpful. As a multiple property owner on VRBO myself I know how challenging it can be to please everyone but i recommend that the owner spend a little time in fixing and updating this property as it’s in need of a little TLC. For those who wish to get away on a budget, this is a good choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Super relaxing, lovely yurt for a short trip to Fairbanks. We were lucky enough to see the aurora from right out front. The location is great, easy access to town for food etc, but removed enough to have a quiet trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Northern Lights Yurt
The property is as described except there is a stairway to the loft instead of a ladder. Great location if you want to be away from town, which we did. Easy drive from town. We had snow so we took advantage of the sleds provided.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R., Athens, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colleen was wonderful and the yurt was beautiful
The property was beautiful, warm and cozy. Colleen was absolutely amazing. Cant say enough great things!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Yurt outside of downtown lights
This yurt was very spacious and we were two women staying here for a week. Colleen was so helpful during the booking process. She answered all questions and made check in a breeze. Colleen had everything you could possibly need in the yurt. The washer and dryer were super helpful to so you could pack less since you could wash! We loved the deck and the loft upstairs. If I came back to Fairbanks I would definitely stay here!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

edi n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would love to come back
This yurt is so cozy and comfortable. It was clean, had everything we needed and all of the beds were comfortable. We were amazed at how the heater keeps the whole thing very warm. We loved the view! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay H., Vero Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yurt in Fairbanks AK
Great property outside Fairbanks but close to town. Next to ski mt. Fully equipped great space. Definitely 4WD in winter.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

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Hosted by Colleen Smith

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