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Life’s Better on the River!

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This Deck is the Spot Where Memories are Made and Alaskan Beauty is Found!
The Midnight Sun Gently Lowers But Never Sets to Light Your Night of Relaxation
Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel Dishwasher, Stove, Oven, and Refrigerator
This Home is a Contemporary Vibe with a Relaxing Mood
The Aurora Views from the House are Amazing

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Pioneer Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Fort Wainwright
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Life’s Better on the River!

Come enjoy this remodeled 2 bedroom riverside oasis equipped with everything that you need to call it home. Enjoy the added bonus of a hot tub year-round while watching the Northern Lights or waving to everyone passing by on the Chena River! This private home has a large and sunny deck to sit out and relax on. Minutes away from the Fairbanks International Airport, restaurants, and shopping! There is also a 1 car garage available for use! Book your stay today and let the vacation planning begin!

Private home located at the end of the street on the river. Each bedroom has a queen size bed and the sectional couch has a sofa bed option that is perfect for an additional guest or children.

Plenty of parking for multiple vehicles! Easy access down a maintained gravel road minutes away from the airport.

We live in Fairbanks and are available within minutes for any questions or issues if needed.
-No basement access.

If hot tub water gets contaminated due to guests- guest will be charged for cost of filter and change of water.

Property manager

Tera Klein
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fairbanks

Located in Fairbanks, this holiday home is on the beach. Pioneer Air Museum and 40 Below Fairbanks are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Regal Goldstream and Hoodoo Brewing Company. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Big Dipper Ice Arena 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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Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Park - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 10 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pump House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Black Spruce Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brewsters - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Life’s Better on the River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Life’s Better on the River!?

As of 3 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life’s Better on the River! on 5 May 2025 start from NZ$670.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Life’s Better on the River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Life’s Better on the River!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Life’s Better on the River! located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this holiday home in Fairbanks is on a river, steps from Chena River and close to winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Big Dipper Ice Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Winter wonderland

What a great place. We had a great time.Thank you!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky J.

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

Beautiful alaska

We had a marvelous time in Alaska. Our bed-and-breakfast is only 1 mile from the airport, which was very handy. Everything in the house worked well. Even if it was below zero the hot tub was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

Wonderful Alaska Experience

The house was beautiful and wonderfully stocked. The hot tub and fireplace made it all the better. Thank you so much Tera and Bobbi for such an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

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

Perfect

Our stay was great! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Great house with a jacuzzi

Warm, safe, relaxing house on the river with a jacuzzi.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

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

River house

We loved our stay here. Beds were comfy. The little touches made a big difference. And enjoyed the bottle of Champagne.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin E.

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

Wonderful end of summer stay

My family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed this property, it was the highlight of our visit to Fairbanks. The property offers something for everyone - my little ones enjoyed running around outside with amazing views of the river, my wife enjoyed the well-stocked kitchen and relaxing living room, and we all enjoyed the hot tub (of course). Kudos to the owner who made us feel welcome and informed with the perfect amount of communication. I’d stay here again in a heartbeat as well as recommend it to family/friends visiting Fairbanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Dropping our son off for summer research

We absolutely loved this stay. We could sit and watch the water, sit in the hot tub and relax or watch some TV on a nice-sized screen. The kitchen was super stocked (loved that there was a spice rack!) and even had a basket of extras. The appliances were top-of-the-line too. Even had fans for noise at night in the bedrooms. It felt like home. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina P.

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

Absolutely perfect!

Life really is better by the river! Everything about this Vrbo stay was perfect. The owners obviously put a lot of thought into the comfort of their guests. I loved walking into the kitchen and being greeted by a welcome note, and a bottle of wine and wine glasses on the large island. There was a Keurig machine to use, along with a generous selection of North Pole brand coffees, and creams. A great selection of condiments in the fridge. The decor in the house is perfect. Beautiful illustrations of local flora and fauna. The hot tub on the deck overlooking the river was fabulous! So relaxing and nice to sit in the tub. The view of the river was lovely. I loved watching planes and boats from the deck. The bed and the couch were so comfortable. The location also was convenient to everything in town. Of all the places we stayed during our 10-day trip to Alaska, this was my favorite.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tera Klein

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My husband and I have lived in Fairbanks most our lives and now we are able to raise our daughter here. You can find us outdoors, enjoying all Alaska has to offer!
This has been a wonderful place to call home!

Thanks for looking at our beautiful home and please reach out with any inquiries!

Why they chose this property

The views alone for this property whether you are sitting on the couch sipping your morning coffee or standing on the deck looking out at the river will take your breath away. The privacy of this home with the space it provides makes you feel like you are in your own world yet the home is only 6 minutes from town!

What makes this property unique

The deck space next to the large spacious yard builds a private area to enjoy your group, Aurora, or the Midnight Sun without interruption. The best part is being in a hot tub while doing.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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