Life’s Better on the River! | House in Fairbanks

10.0 (17 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  5 Guests
College House | Life’s Better on the River!

2 Bedroom House in College, Fairbanks

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.

Life’s Better on the River! is located in College. Life’s Better on the River! provides accommodation, featuring View, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, among other amenities. This House features View, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Life’s Better on the River! has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the College has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in College, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Skiing
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
Activities
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Hunting nearby
  • Golf privileges
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 1001 sq ft (93 sq m)
  • English
  • On the river
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the waterfront
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's games
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
Internet
  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding and cross-country skiing nearby
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Kathy J.
Jun 9, 2025 05:15:09 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Wonderful and cozy!This was the perfect home on the Chena River to come to rest after a day of activitiesIt was delightful to see the on plane land on the river and the paddle boat tour pass each dayThe hot tub is amazing!
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