Aurora Watch: Private Log Cabin & Northern Lights

Fairbanks, AK, United States
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About

Relax and unplug at this peaceful Alaskan glamping retreat. Stay in your own cozy log cabin tucked along Goldstream Creek beside a quiet pond—an excellent spot for wildlife viewing and Northern Lights sightings in winter. The cabin has hot and cold running water at the sink and, NEW this year, a private heated outhouse for comfort even in subzero temps. Showers and laundry are available 1.8 miles away at Goldstream General Store. Winter stays require 4x4 and proper winter tires.

Good to know

Bring your family, friends, pets, kids and enjoy this peaceful and original Alaskan log cabin away from it all positioned right on Goldstream Creek with its own pond with fish and migratory birds. This is a Dry Cabin with NO RUNNING WATER, NO SHOWER. There is an outside, partially exposed pit toilet giving you a true Alaskan experience. Inside, there's a sink with a faucet connected to a 5-gallon water container. This setup mirrors the reality for many in Alaska, where permafrost prevents well installation. Water must be manually hauled to the cabin, with a jug stored under the sink and a pump for dispensing. Winter bookings require 4x4 and winter tires. No refunds

Other Details to Note

Getting around You will need a car (or hire taxis and Lyfts) to fully enjoy the area. There is ample parking, so multiple cars are no problem. Fred Meyer (groceries, all shopping) and gas stations are only 10 minutes from the cabin, the downtown is 15 minutes away, and you are so close to ski trails and hiking Murphy and Ester Domes (right in the middle of both!). Fairbanks, Alaska, United States Welcome to your own little cabin in the woods. This is just off Sheep Creek Rd., and feels like you're away from it all, but yet you're only 15-20 minutes from the airport, 10-15 from major shopping, 5-10 minutes from the university and just 1.8 miles to the nearest showerhouse/laundry facility and awesome local restaurant/bar, Ivory Jack's. You do have a few closer neighbors who are all quiet and nice. Peaceful little Goldstream neighborhood. ** We do not accept any date alterations for any reason. We also do not process refunds. We recommend all guests to purchase travel insurance incase you are unable to make your reserved dates. In the winter there is snow and a 4WD is required in winter to make it to the cabin During winter storms in Alaska, the Internet can be intermittent and so can the power. These are all services beyond our control. No refunds. We do not offer refunds for any reason including weather. Thank you

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Room-darkening shades

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's tableware

Entertainment

  • Books

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Heating and cooling

  • Indoor fireplace
  • Portable fans

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Free street parking

Bathroom

  • Hot Water

Location features

  • Lake access
  • Laundromat nearby
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Waterfront

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

House Rules

As a SuperHost, we aim to ensure that you have as comfortable a stay as you possibly can. We want our guests to create lasting memories during their stay in Alaska! 😃Thank you for booking with us! Housekeeping /Cabin Rules   Please take shoes off at the door. Please refrain from wearing shoes in doors 🏡     NO SMOKING INSIDE HOME - A $250 fee will be charged if our rooms are smoked in. If cigarette butts are found inside the property we will charge per hour of an $75 cleaning.      No outside visitors, no overnight guests without prior approval from hosts     Quiet time is from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Please remain quiet enough so as not to be heard by the neighbors.    Please do not rearrange the furniture!    WIFI: Owners are not liable for illegally downloaded content; any fines will be passed to guests.     NO PETS without pre-approval - Any pet found on the property will result in a $500 charge. Additional fees may apply if additional cleaning is required.  We will consider pets on a case-by-case basis. When outside the dog must remain on a leash at all times per local law and pet owners are responsible for picking up dog droppings.  Please be aware of local wildlife when your dog is outside, moose are common  Inside Toilet, Guests (that's you!) are responsible for handling the disposal and cleaning. If the unit is not cleaned, a $75 cleaning fee will apply. Thank you for your cooperation!   If an emergency event occurs, please contact us immediately (personal injury, water damage, fire damage, door won't lock)     If, in the unfortunate event, a party is hosted without Property host permission resulting in extra cleaning, guests will be responsible for extra cleaning charges. In the unfortunate event of the disruptions alerting neighbors, GUESTS WILL BE ASKED TO VACATE THE PROPERTY IMMEDIATELY AND WILL BE REPORTED TO AIRBNB     If guests are suspected of carrying and/or using illegal drugs of any kind, the authorities will be engaged, and GUESTS WILL BE ASKED TO VACATE THE PROPERTY IMMEDIATELY AND WILL BE REPORTED TO AIRBNB  The host/owner and their insurance agency are not personally, legally or financially responsible for any injuries, theft, flood, fire or any other damage to the guest or their belongings that may occur on the owner's property during the guests stay.   Additionally, guests are responsible for any damages or theft caused during their stay and a claim may be filed against them or through other legal means as permitted by law.     PLEASE NOTE: All federal, state or local laws take precedence over AirBnB's policies, which AirBnB fully acknowledges in writing.  This property is a weapon/firearm free residence! No fireworks, no firearms, no lethal weapons. All are forbidden      Professional filming and photoshoots are prohibited on the property. Airbnb has strict rules regarding this: if filming or photoshoots take place without EXPRESS ADVANCE PERMISSION, you will be banned from Airbnb platform   Additional Cleaning & Checkout Condition Policy We do not charge a standard cleaning fee for this property. Guests are required to leave the home in substantially the same condition as it was at check-in, aside from normal, reasonable use. This includes, but is not limited to: * Removing trash and food waste * Washing dishes and cookware used * Wiping up spills and messes * Leaving furniture, bedding, and surfaces free from excessive dirt, stains, or bodily fluids * Following all checkout instructions provided If the home is left in a condition that requires cleaning beyond a standard turnover, additional cleaning will be charged at $65 per hour, billed after checkout. Examples of chargeable extra cleaning include: * Excessive trash or food left behind * Stained or soiled furniture, bedding, or linens * Bodily fluids or biohazards requiring specialized cleaning * Evidence of parties, unauthorized guests, or misuse of the property * Failure to follow checkout instructions resulting in additional labor Any additional cleaning time required will be documented with photos, videos, invoices, and time logs and submitted through Airbnb’s Resolution Center. Per Airbnb policy: * Guests are financially responsible for damages or additional cleaning caused by failure to follow house rules or checkout instructions. * If a guest declines payment, the claim may be escalated and reviewed under AirCover for Hosts for reimbursement. By booking this property, guests acknowledge and agree that: * No standard cleaning fee is charged upfront * Excessive cleaning caused by their stay will be billed post-checkout * Failure to pay valid additional cleaning charges may result in Airbnb intervention and reimbursement review This policy exists to keep nightly rates fair for respectful guests and to hold guests accountable for the condition in which they leave the home.   Please reply that you agree to the rules to move forwards with the booking. Thank you! 🙌

Accessibility

Neighborhood

Welcome to your own little cabin in the woods. This is just off Sheep Creek Rd., and feels like you're away from it all, but yet you're only 15-20 minutes from the airport, 10-15 from major shopping, 5-10 minutes from the university and just 1.8 miles to the nearest showerhouse/laundry facility and awesome local restaurant/bar, Ivory Jack's. The cabin is situated on 2 acres of huge old spruce trees, with Goldstream Creek encompassing the property line, along with your very own little pond where migratory birds love to come and go. You do have a few closer neighbors who are all quiet and nice. It is a sweet, safe and peaceful little Goldstream neighborhood. You'll drive back Golden Valley Dr. (the road you turn onto off of Sheep Creek Rd.) and take it all the way back (you'll pass others' cabins with no trespassing and other hilarious signs) until you get to Starwood Ct. which is a Y and look for the red metal poppies. Veer to the left here and you'll dead end into the cabin (you'll pass my neighbors on the left who have little kids so always toys out front)!

Guest Access

The cabin is situated on 2 acres of huge old spruce trees, with Goldstream Creek encompassing the property line, along with your very own little pond where migratory birds love to come and go.

Reviews

Henry
March 2026 · Airbnb
Andy and Team made the stay so nice!! Communicative and responsive! Always checking up! They made the experience one of a kind. the Cabin was super nice and clean! Just as shown. Very private area and relaxing! You are close to a good amount of spots to see the Auroras! Will recommend!
Leonardo
February 2026 · Airbnb
Nice place! We really enjoyed the place, surroundings and the city. Also, even in the mid winter they had the road cleaned for us to get to the cabin and they cleaned the next day. Recommend 4x4 (Awd) Car if you’re not familiar driving in the snow. took us only 16min from airport. It’s half way from the city and some aurora view points, there’s a dog sledding place close by, a lot to do there. I took very nice pics and videos from the cabin, all my friends said it looks like AI videos because it looks perfect!
Sarah
February 2026 · Airbnb
We visited the cabin in winter means it was covered in snow which was just magical! Thanks to proactive and friendly communication, it was pretty easy to find the cabin even though it’s pretty remote location. The cabin itself was super cozy and perfect for a quiet relaxing stay! We especially loved the huge variety of blue rays, just perfect for a cozy movie night! 😊😊
Tiffany
February 2026 · Airbnb
We felt right at home. The self check in was easy and everything was as described. Very cute and cozy! The host was fantastic, this was the best experience I’ve had with Airbnb. We were able to see the aurora over the cabin on 2/14/26 I am so glad we chose to stay there! We can’t wait to return!

Find us

You will need a car/SUV 4x4 (or hire taxis and Lyfts) to fully enjoy the area. There is ample parking, so multiple cars are no problem. Fred Meyer (groceries, all shopping) and gas stations are only 10 minutes from the cabin, the downtown is 15 minutes away, and you are so close to ski trails and hiking Murphy and Ester Domes (right in the middle of both!).

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