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Chena Hot Springs Off Grid Cabin

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Aurora Ice Museum
    20 min walk
  • Chena Hot Springs
    2 min drive
  • Angel Rocks Trailhead
    8 min drive

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About the area

Fairbanks

In Fairbanks .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chena River and 2 miles (3 km) of Aurora Ice Museum with a stay here. Chena Hot Springs is within 2 miles (3 km) and Angel Rocks Trailhead is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Aurora Ice Museum - 20 min walk
  • Chena Hot Springs - 2 min drive
  • Angel Rocks Trailhead - 8 min drive
  • Tors Trailhead - 20 min drive
  • Chena River State Recreation Area - 116 min drive

Getting around

  • Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chena Hot Springs Resort Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Chena Hot Springs Off Grid Cabin

Welcome to Serendipity Cabin! This is the ideal location to utilize while venturing out to explore the beautiful Chena River/Hot Springs area. Only one mile from Chena Hot Springs Resort, six miles to Angel Rocks & minutes away from the river. You are invited to come unwind, off grid, disconnected from the digital barrage of everyday modern life and enjoy all the comforts, amenities & privacy your cabin stay has to offer.


The cabin is 100% off grid & is powered via solar, wind, generator & battery bank. A generator is provided during the winter to plug vehicles directly into when needed. There is NO cell service, TV or internet. This cabin is a cozy 448 sq ft with a main living area, kitchen & two bedrooms. The cabin is heated by an oil drip stove. It sleeps a total of six people with one queen bed, a full size futon couch and a set of twin bunk beds. It features a covered deck with seating area, table & charcoal grill. Charcoal, lighter fluid & all grilling accessories are provided. Enjoy relaxing around the fire pit and patio; fire wood, s'mores box & roasting sticks are provided. We provide an Inreach satellite device for emergency services or to contact us. The Hot Springs facility does have free wifi available 24/7 in the lobby. There is a 100 gallon water tank connected to a grey water system for washing dishes, hands etc. There is NO shower, however showers are available with Hot Springs pass to swim. We provide towels but please bring your own toiletries. 10 gallons of drinking water is provided from the local Fox Spring. The fridge/stove/oven are propane operated. The outhouse is a short distance from the cabin. Equipped with a small propane heater, you will be hard pressed to find a cleaner, more spacious outhouse in Alaska!

Kitchen
Save money & time by grabbing some groceries on your way out of town and cook up some of your favorite meals in the fully equipped kitchen. You will find an assortment of pots, pans, serving ware, cutlery etc. Pantry items are fully stocked for your use, flour, sugar, spices, hot sauces, etc Basic condiments are in the fridge. We do ask that you wash & dry all dishes that are used. The sink water is room temp but a large tea kettle is provided to heat wash water.

The Coffee/Tea/Cocktail Bar
What’s not to love about coffee in the morning, a cup of tea in the afternoon & your favorite cocktail in the evening....or in whatever order you see fit! You can enjoy all three options at the adorable BYOB (bring your own booze) bar. The French press coffee/tea bar features North Pole AK coffee, ground & whole bean. There is a selection of boxed teas, loose leaf blends, hot cocoa & local Chaga. Complimentary tea & coffee condiments are provided. The cocktail bar features glass wear~ margarita, martini, whiskey, wine, beer & shot glasses. A complete mixology set to create your cocktail of choice with an assortment of alaskan syrup(s), bitters & salts. Tonic, V8 & soda waters are stocked in the fridge. Bring your favorite Bloody Mary mix & enjoy some of the garnishes provided. Whatever your favorite libation choice, you are sure to find something to indulge in & enjoy while relaxing at the cabin!

Living/Sitting area
There is a full size futon couch, an oversized chair & breakfast bar with benches. Under the futon you will find an assortment of card & board games for all ages to enjoy, as well as a fold up table to provide more space while playing cards/games. Enjoy reading some Alaska history/stories from the small library for both adults & children. All rocks, fossils & bones have been collected by me & my family. We think that they are pretty cool & love being able to share them with you. We hope you enjoy viewing are collection of Alaskan artifacts as much as we do!

Bedrooms
There are two bedrooms in the cabin. The main bedroom features a Queen size bed, two luggage racks, a small shelve/hanging rod w/hangers, cube storage & a small sitting chair. There is a basket w/ towels on the shelf (the Hot Springs charges $5 per towel) please make sure you bring them back to the cabin.
The bunk room is a small room with two twin beds. There is no food or drink allowed in this room, as this is where the water tank & electrical components to our off grid system are located.

Property manager

Tara Mahan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind and solar energy
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses wind and solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Chena Hot Springs Off Grid Cabin Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hua L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location, beautiful cabin and warm host
My husband and I stayed at Tara’s cabin for two night as a part of our anniversary trip to Alaska We were welcomed by Tara’s greeting card and beautiful cabin. It has everything you need to stay, eat, and relax. Outdoor restroom is also nicely decorated. Hot spring is only one mile away. We definitely recommend Tara’s cabin for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place, Great Location!
Tara was awesome; very helpful. The cabin was just what we needed. It was very well laid out, heated, and comfortable. So close to Chena Hot Springs, less than 5 minutes. Much better than staying at the Springs because you have ultimate privacy. Thank you Tara. Our trip was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great! Off Grid Cabin
Warm cabin with the essentials to enjoy a winter getaway! We really enjoyed the cocktail/coffee bar. Host was very easy to communicate with. Very close to Chena hot springs. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cozy Cabin
Tara's cabin was more than we could've asked for. The cabin itself included all of the amenities we needed to enjoy our 5 days stay near Chena Resort. Tara was a wonderful host. She walked us through everything about the cabin upon arrival. She provided a satellite device to remain in touch with her if we had any questions or concerns. If we ever return to the Chena Resort area, we will be staying here again. 5/5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Off grid paradise
Property has all a person could ever ask for . A great place to un plug and reset your mind. Very comfortable and peaceful setting. Host was top notch and very helpful. Will stay again and would recommend to anyone to stay there in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023