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Log Home with view of Denali and aurora, gas fireplace and toasty heated floors!

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Summer days at A Moose in the Garden Vacation Rental
The fireweed has blossomed to the top -summer is ending
New deck railing.
The guests love to roll down the hills on the green lawn.
Aurora dances above your heads on clear winter nights
Summer midnight sun

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Pioneer Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Fort Wainwright
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk area

2 Single Beds

Garden Room

1 Queen Bed

Moose Room

1 Queen Bed

Northern Lights Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Log Home with view of Denali and aurora, gas fireplace and toasty heated floors!

Whether traveling to Fairbanks under the summer's midnight sun or winter's aurora borealis - you will find this lovely setting an amazing base for your interior Alaskan vacation.
This beautiful 3,000 sqft natural log home was built almost entirely from the white spruce trees that grew on the property. The original owner cut, hand peeled, and allowed the logs to dry. He then contracted a premier log home builder to hand scribe each log to fit into place in 1990. The log detail is a thing of beauty. It has that rustic, homey feeling that only log homes can give. It is well appointed with Alaskan art and artifacts.
This premium log home offers views of the Alaska Range and Denali from the inside loft or while relaxing on the grand outdoor deck while grilling your favorite Alaskan seafood. During dark, clear nights enjoy stargazing and the excitement of the aurora borealis unobstructed by city lights from either inside or outside this authentic Alaskan home.
The large, open upstairs loft bedroom can sleep four. There is a queen-size bed and also a pair of twin beds. Please note the set of twin beds are accessed over a low log wall using three stairs on each side of the log wall. This offers some privacy from each of these adjoining sleeping spaces in the loft. This is a popular place to sleep and brings out the child in all my guests.
The two downstairs bedrooms in the walk out basement, each have queen-size beds. These downstairs rooms offer even more privacy as they are separated by a hallway that leads to an outside door leading to the beautiful lawn and lower patio. All the bedrooms have lovely views and are accessed via stairwells. There are blackout blinds in the sleeping areas. There is a bathroom conveniently located on all three levels. The laundry and shower are located on the ground floor bathroom. There is a half bath on the main floor for your convenience. The loft has a full bath with a jacuzzi tub/handheld shower in the upstairs loft bedroom. This bath area is open to the loft area and has a curtain for privacy.
There is a spacious eat-in kitchen and also a huge formal dining area that seats your group comfortably. The kitchen is well-stocked with dishes, cooking utensils, many spices, and other basic essentials. Dutch oven, waffle iron, griddle, crock pot, mixer, blender, ice bucket, coffee makers(drip and Keurig), coffee presses, pressure cooker, InstaPot, seafood pot, and bakeware all lend you a hand while preparing those delicious meals. The stove is gas with four burners and a center griddle.
The sitting area near the gas fireplace is the most popular place to read, while the downstairs family room has a 60" curved "Smart" television available for your viewing pleasure. You can view your streaming accounts on the TV or stream on your personal devices in your room. Fastest WiFi available. There are also books and DVDs in the family room and games and puzzles available.
The keyless entry makes access convenient and there is no worry over lost keys or late arrival times.
Off street parking is plentiful and has headbolts for winter guests to plug in their vehicles when the weather drops to subzero temperatures. The drive is maintained and snow cleared. Front wheel drive or all wheel vehicles are fine. Some people prefer 4WD in the winter.
I believe the peace and tranquility that guests enjoy while staying at this vacation rental comes from the "groundedness" of the home being built from truly local logs. It can't get more organic than that!

ABSOLUTELY NO PARTIES OR EVENTS
PLEASE ONLY REGISTERED GUESTS




Property manager

Kathy Alonzo
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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 13–17
This house is not child-proofed for small children
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Events

No events allowed
No events or parties. $1,000.00 fine
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING! $500 fine
This home is for travelers and is not available for events or parties.

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
Note from host: No events or parties. $1,000.00 fine
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 cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Pioneer Park and Alaska House Art Gallery are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chena River and Georgeson Botanical Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider University of Alaska Museum of the North and Big Dipper Ice Arena. 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

  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • University of Alaska Museum of the North - 17 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Pioneer Park - 18 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 20 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 20 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pump House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Gold Hill Express - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ursa Major Distilling - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪East Ramp Wood-fired Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Golden Eagle Saloon - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Home with view of Denali and aurora, gas fireplace and toasty heated floors! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Log Home with view of Denali and aurora, gas fireplace and toasty heated floors!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Home with view of Denali and aurora, gas fireplace and toasty heated floors!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Log Home with view of Denali and aurora, gas fireplace and toasty heated floors! located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Chena River, Georgeson Botanical Garden and University of Alaska-Fairbanks. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Pioneer Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

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

Dream Cabin

This was my first time staying in a cabin and it was so beautiful! It was way better than I had imagined and it had so much space! There are 3 floors with the middle floor being the main floor with the kitchen. It has a large balcony with a beautiful view of forests and mountains in the back. The living room is located on the bottom floor with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom with laundry machines. There is even a sauna! The top floor have the master bedroom with another bathroom and a jacuzzi. The location was perfect for viewing the northern lights because we were able to see it from right outside the front door. Our host, Kathy, was very kind and so helpful throughout the stay. Even before we arrived she gave us a warning about the icy road leading to the cabin that were still present. Thank you Kathy! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick W.

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

Best view of the aurora

Here for 8 nights in early March without any previous aurora experience but caught them 6 nights (snow two nights). It is very dark here with minimal sky lighting from Fairbanks. In fact, our best aurora pics were during a full moon. Well-appointed, everything you could possibly need. Washer, dryer, all other appliances top notch... and the dryer was fast. Lots of towels. Furniture is very comfortable. The view is excellent with a clear view of Denali a few days. Plenty of moose tracks, black squirrels... and Kathy showed us Ring camera pics of a moose crossing the driveway. Kathy is a good communicator and was very helpful in providing aurora and travel/tourist advice.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

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

Amazing Stay!

The house was so more than we had hoped for in many ways - it’s huge, extremely well kept, has a cozy feel, and we had amazing views of the Aurora two nights in a row. The backyard is also very spacious and we had a clear view of Denali the day we arrived. The host, Kathy, was an absolute pleasure to interact with and was very organized with check-in/out info. She also had many great recommendations in a binder for us on the table which really completed our visit to Fairbanks. Would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austen M.

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

Great House

Quiet, private, peaceful and spacious. Convenient to Fairbanks but definitely had a peaceful and comfortable feel. Communication with the property manager was super easy and as responsive as you could hope!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Fairbanks Fun

This log home was gorgeous and wonderfully decorated. It is spacious and homey at the same time. The kitchen has all the appliances you could want. There were so many cozy places you could curl up on your own or hang out as a group. Kathy was a great host and because we came in on a day with very high winds and rain she had the place set up in case of a power outage. We appreciated her attention to detail.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Tranquility in the woods

The house was beautiful and very comfortable. We enjoyed sitting out on the back deck looking out at the Alaska range in the distance. It was very relaxing. The house was also very comfortable with multiple comfortable seating areas and a well stocked kitchen. The perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the area.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

matis a.

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

Beautiful home

First, this was an amazing property. You are about 20 minutes from downtown Fairbanks, close enough to get in and out, but the benefit of being secluded with beautiful views. Highly recommend. The only reason we gave it 4 stars is due to a strange situation with the property owner. She is very nice and accommodating, but the first night we arrived she sent me a message on VRBO asking if we want her to come over and show us the ropes. I responded no thanks, we're good and will let her know if we need anything. Then the next morning we were getting ready and there was a loud banging on the front door. My kids were very startled and a bit afraid, as we told them we are in an isolated spot and nobody would be coming to the house. I opened the door and it was the property owner who said she came over to get her toolbox. Considering that we had always communicated promptly on VRBO, we felt it was improper for her to just show up without at least letting us know before hand and scheduling a mutually convenient time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

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

Beautiful cozy in great location to Fairbanks

We had a different home booked but it got canceled so we were happy to find Kathy’s place. Only reason we had not booked it already was it has 2 1/2 baths and we were hoping for 3 since we had 3 couples. 3 baths are hard to find so we made it work. Kathy was very easy to work with and we found her place exceptional. This was a bucket list trip and we hoped to see Northern lights and we were not disappointed. We got to see them 2 nights. The 2nd time we knew they were coming we drove up to Cleary Summit and we did see a little but it was cold and a lot of people there so we decided to go back to the house. When we got home they were bright right in front of the house. We saw them better right there. House was very well appointed. Everything you need in the kitchen. Nice large table for playing games and large groups. Kathy had pretty much thought of every thing. If there was one suggestion, beds could use a mattress topper. The other 2 couple said there beds were good but my husband and I found our bed to be too hard. But we would stay again for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Unbelievable View of Daneli

Beautiful property, very spacious, and beautifully decorated. Very well stocked with everything a person may need. Kathy, the Best Hostess! We were 5 adults, house is 3 stories, lots of privacy. Lovely deck and the view of Daneli, was breath taking from back of house. Kathy brought us over delicious fresh baked muffins the first AM. We loved our stay, 1 wk, and we will definitely be back. Thanks Kathy❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Great Experience

This home was a great place for us to stay and very clean place! Kathy was great to work with through the process. Property was as described and no complaints at all. We would stay at this house again if we are back in Fairbanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

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

Spectacular

Kathy couldn’t have been easier to work with when making reservations. Very helpful with suggestions and info related to the area. Accommodations were beautiful and very clean. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cori A.

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

Beautiful house with amazing views!

We were all so amazed by the view and accommodations and made absolutely comfortable in this home. Kathy is the best host in Fairbanks!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Great house and location. Awesome view

Smooth as butter!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

We just LOVED this perfect cabin for our Aurora Boreales adventure!!

From booking to arrival to departure this was a magical place for a lovely home base for all of our Fairbanks adventures!! We all enjoyed every moment at the Moose in the Garden Cabin. We saw the Aurora right from our bedroom! Every room was comfy and the view from the living room ~ DENALI ~ completely mesmerizing! And the bonus of it all was the lovely connection with our host Kathy ~ we will definitely stay again! Thank you ~ and much ❤️ Jen, Glenny, Sean & Vanessa
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Exceptional!

Me and my husband stayed for 5 nights in this amazingly cozy cabin. It was everything we were looking for. Super clean, beds incredibly comfortable, and Kathy was very easy to work with! We loved it and hope to be back someday! Everyone in Fairbanks was so friendly! Do not hesitate to book this property!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline N.

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

Beautiful and serene

We loved our stay at Kathy's, it was the perfect place to stop and enjoy all that her home had to offer. Kathy was very helpful and we highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee L.

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

Log Cabin Delight

My husband & I stayed here for a leisure trip and it has the most beautiful view! The cabin is nice and large open floor plan. Plenty of space for others to join us for next time. Clean and equipped with all essentials. Great location to town and major highways and convenient to airport. Kathy is a great hostess!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dieter W.

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

We enjoyed our time in the Property!

The house is located in a wonderful Natur! It was for us a very relaxing time. The was very clean!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom T., Salem,NH

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

Looking for the Northern Lights!!

This Fairbanks cabin is beautiful!! We spent most of our time on the back deck viewing the awesome Alaskan sky ,we’re we saw the Northern Lights one night. The house is equipped with everything you would ever need. Kathy was just a call away if we needed anything, she was a wonderful host! We’d love to come back again some day! Tom and Sue , NH
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenn K.

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

Nice property!

Impeccably clean, well appointed. Beautiful home on a nice piece of property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

So much room to spread out!

This log home was so much more than what I had anticipated! There are so many comfortable sitting areas that guests can use throughout the house. Our two teenage boys slept in the loft twin beds while we took the queen in the loft, and the two grandparents had the whole basement. Everything was very well stocked, and it felt so homey. The back deck overlooked the mountains, and the yard was perfect for our boys to play catch. We loved that it was a private setting outside of town, yet close enough to make a quick run in if you needed something. It was also a nice location for an evening walk. Everything was clean and well cared for. Don’t hesitate to book here. You’ll settle right in and feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

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

Heaven on earth!!

Fantastic place to stay, well equipped kitchen, spacious home, beautiful surrounding, easy to get to, just an all around great place to stay in Fairbanks!! we will definitely return.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juli L.

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

Great location and house

I recently had a last minute business trip with a coworker from another state and decided to go a day early and take my kids to Fairbanks for solstice. Kathy was very responsive and check in was seamless. The house was bigger than we expected with room for everyone, including a separate living room downstairs. My kids loved sleeping in the loft. The kitchen was well stocked. It’s enough out of town to be peaceful but close enough to drive in for dinner. My only regret is that we only stayed one night! I would definitely stay there again for a longer trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula F.

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

Beautiful house, spectacular location

Kathy provided a wealth of information and made our first visit to Fairbanks extremely easy. The house was wonderful with plenty of gathering space for the 5 of us, and plenty of space for each of us to relax on our own. We cook most of our own food on vacation due to food allergies and preferences and this was the best equipped kitchen we’ve ever had. The Northern Lights danced through our bedroom window and were clearly visible from outside the property. We had a wonderful time and would definitely rent from Kathy again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Perfect Family Get-away

Kathy was a wonderful, personable, friendly, and helpful host! The cabin is cozy yet spacious. We had five adults in our party and never felt crowded. We also had any amenity we needed. Other than no moose sighting, it was a perfect trip! Thank you Kathy!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Alonzo

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I arrived in Alaska in 1975. I have lived in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Delta Junction, Petersburg, and Arctic Circle Hot Springs Resort. Construction work took me around the state, but I found Fairbanks to be just the right size town for me. The people here are amazing! I have worked as an iron worker, retailer, cashier, florist, receptionist, teacher, and business owner. My talented children all live here in Fairbanks and I am now a proud grandmother of three! I have recently retired from teaching and turning all my attention to the constant care of my vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

I bought this gorgeous natural log home because of the location. It is on a private dead end road and the house rests on three acres. The river valley and mountain views are so tranquil. Denali looms over the rest of the Alaska Range and is visible on clear days and especially clear at dawn and dusk.
There is an extensive trail system closeby, but I find it nice to just walk along the neighborhood dirt roads like so many of my friends.
The remoteness means dark streets and a better view of the aurora on clear, dark nights.

What makes this property unique

Natural Setting
Aurora Viewing
Mountain Views
Natural Log Construction
Three Acres of privacy
Close to town
Tastefully decorated
Well stocked
Clean



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English

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