[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room Vacation home in Fairbanks with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694700/99694666/73c93562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694700/99694666/ef575ce6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694700/99694666/c8b8b0c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694700/99694666/86cbec8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99700000/99694700/99694666/a36a3e65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room Catch the northern lights from the hot tub at Star Base 🌠, a unique retro star-shaped 4BR in Fairbanks! This spacious home sleeps 8, with a game room, geodesic dome, and vintage design touches. Guests rave about aurora hot tub nights, comfy beds, spotless space, and location: private but only 12 minutes to downtown. From aurora viewing on the balcony to family game nights in the game room, consider Star Base your mission control for an out-of-this-world Alaskan experience! THE SPACE Welcome to Star Base, a one-of-a-kind Fairbanks home that blends retro midcentury modern design with all the comforts today’s travelers crave. Built in the 1960s by architect Roger Cotting, Star Base's footprint takes the shape of a star, offering 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and space for up to 8 guests: perfect for families, groups, or aurora chasers. Star Base is more than a stay: it’s an experience. This home is filled with retro character, modern updates, and thoughtful touches that guests consistently rave about. Guests love: ✨ Soaking under the northern lights in the hot tub 🎮 Vintage game room fun for kids and adults 🔥 Fireplace and cozy nooks for winter nights 🛌 Ultra-comfy beds with blackout curtains 🌌 Secluded, tree-lined lot just 12 min from downtown 🌟 Spacious yet quirky layout — perfect for groups At its heart is the kitchen with multiple wings swooping outward and notably featuring a retro sunken living room with floor-to-ceiling windows, natural light, and warm, earthy materials that echo Frank Lloyd Wright–inspired design. Guests love how it feels both expansive and intimate: gather around the fireplace, play games on geometric midcentury West Elm and Crate & Barrel designer furnishings, or simply watch the northern lights dance across the sky from the comfort of the sofa. The rest of the home is designed for connection and play: 👉 A fully stocked kitchen and dining area ready for home-cooked meals 👉 A retro game room with vintage arcade consoles, records, games and puzzles for all ages 🎮 👉 A dedicated office nook with fast Wi-Fi for workcations or streaming ✨ 👉 Four stylish bedrooms with memory foam mattresses, blackout curtains, and cozy linens 🛌 Step outside and the magic of Alaska unfolds: a private hot tub under the stars, an aurora-viewing geodesic dome, and a tree-lined yard where moose often wander. Guests frequently call this the highlight of their trip: the perfect blend of privacy and proximity. ✨ Why Guests Love Star Base “Aurora from the hot tub: bucket list!” “Kids loved the vintage game room” “Beds were ultra-comfy, slept like a dream” “Felt private, but still so close to town” 📍 Location, Location 🌟 4 minutes from the University of Alaska Fairbanks 🌟 9 minutes from Fairbanks International Airport 🌟 11 minutes from Fairbanks Memorial Hospital 🌟 12 minutes from Downtown Fairbanks 🌟 28 minutes from North Pole and Santa’s Workshop 🌟 70 minutes from Chena Hot Springs 🌟 120 minutes from Denali National Park ⚡ Know Before You Book 🧻 Bathrooms: The home has 2 full bathrooms, one with a tub/shower combo and the other with a shower only. Both have been recently refreshed. 💧Water: Our home is on a well. We recently invested $25,000 in a top-to-bottom system upgrade — the water is safe, odorless, and delicious. A filtered reverse-osmosis tap is provided in the kitchen for drinking water. 🌡️Climate: Like most Alaska homes, there is no central AC. Summers are mild and fans are provided in each room. In winter, the fireplaces and the heating system keep the house toasty warm (guests even note how cozy it feels at –40°F). 🏡 Neighborhood: Star Base feels private on 1.7 acres and is surrounded by trees, but it is part of a quiet residential area. 🌠 Aurora: While many guests have seen the northern lights from the hot tub or balcony, it’s a natural wonder and cannot be guaranteed. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Reusable coffee/tea filters ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91750000/91749700/91749675/0c1c48df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Large house on 3 acres on the chena river Fairbanks - Pool - Hot tub - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area College, a neighborhood in Fairbanks, is home to this vacation home. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Pioneer Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary and Big Dipper Ice Arena. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carlson Center Event Arena or Growden Memorial Park. 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Airport (FAI) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Cookie Jar Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬6 min drive - ‪Domino's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Oasis Restaurant & Lounge - ‬5 min drive - ‪Alaska Coffee Roasting Company - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Star-Shaped Midcentury Modern Aurora Retreat + Hot Tub + Game Room located? > Located in College, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Fairbanks Golf Course and University of Alaska-Fairbanks. Large Animal Research Station and Creamer's Field are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? 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