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Reviews of North Pole Cabin Retreat


Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 103 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing host and an awesome location
This place is perfect if you just want no-nonsense accommodations, an incredibly friendly and informative host, and easy access to any of the reasons you might be visiting Fairbanks. Nancy's advice helped us see the Northern Lights at some amazing locations and get the fullest experience out of our 4 day trip. The bed is also EXTREMELY comfortable, possibly the most comfortable bed I've ever had while traveling. The kitchen is a little cramped but totally workable if you can work in a small space. I highly recommend staying here if you are going to visit Fairbanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We loved our cabin!!! It was quiet and quaint. Nancy, the host was very friendly and willing to give us ideas for things to do in the area. 😊
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the Woods
Nancy is a most accommodating host and sent texts with information about the area and places we might enjoy going and things we might enjoy doing nearby. We found the cabin clean and adequate for our needs; there was a small kitchenette with a table and chairs, clean bathroom and a queen sized bed. Outside there are a couple of chairs, a grill and a firepit area.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 1, 2024
I sure enjoyed meeting both of you and I appreciate your comments of happy contentment for your stay here! Hope you chose to come again—next time in summer!! Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Joe R., Marlin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We had an awesome host. Took care of us that was not required of her to do. She was awesome. We would definitely stay with her again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at this cabin. It kept us warm even though it was -40F. You will find everything you need in it. Our host Nancy was super helpful and gave us toe warmers and tips for things we could do. The area is very quiet but easy to access by car. We would definitely book this cabin again to experience the area in a different season.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahul K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small and simple
Nancy is a very pro-active host and she gave many recommendations on activities todo. The place is small and cozy, a perfect winter getaway. The house was at good temperature even though outside was -40F. Nancy also provided an option to park close to the house and she would bring electric hookup to keep car warm. A must stay place to relax and enjoy the winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 2, 2024
Glad you kept warm in our cabin during this COLD weather (which is still in full force now, continuing with -44 the past few days)! You were great guests, and I would welcome you again one day. Maybe try out summertime! It's quite lovely up here in the summer months. North Pole Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Henry L., Fresno, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy home base to explore interior Alaska and hunt for the Northern Lights!
Our family of four stayed in this cabin for 6 nights in the heart of winter to explore Alaska and hunt for the Northern Lights. We were so happy we stayed at this cabin. The cabin is located in a great location where you feel like you're in a true winter wonderland in a very quiet, wooded area but within 3 minutes of a Safeway and several restaurants (Wendy's, Taco Bell, a great tamale stand, etc...). Our main goal was to see the Northern Lights, and this cabin is located a short and easy 7-10-minute drive to Chena Lake (depending on where on the lake you go). Chena Lake is an incredible place to view the Northern Lights. This same lake is where Rod's Alaskan Guide Service does their ice fishing and dog sledding Northern Lights tours. The cabin is also well furnished, well supplied, and was very cozy for all of us, including our two younger teenage daughters. The heater worked great, had running water (which we learned is not a given for rural places in Alaska), and we never ran out of hot water. Taking hot showers was a huge plus when you're living in -30 degree temps. The owner (Northpole Nancy) was very responsive before and during our stay and we maintained excellent communication with her. She is also extremely knowledgeable of the area and provided us with great tips during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 2, 2024
You and your family were certainly 5 STAR GUESTS! I would have you here again and again. I am so glad you chose North Pole Cabins, and especially glad you saw the northern lights. Travel safely and come again. North Pole Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn M., Manhattan, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved it!
Stayed here for 5 days during Christmas time. The cabin was in a beautiful area sort of tucked away behind the trees which I just LOVED. You cross a pretty creek getting to it, and there’s a little coffee place RIGHT across from that. Even though it has that nice tucked away & secluded feel, it is still super close to everything in North Pole, which was a nice convenience. Only about 20-30 mins from Fairbanks, and about 1hr 15 min to Chena Hot Springs resort. Nancy herself was also really friendly and helpful. She was pretty flexible with my booking as well, which I really appreciated. She shoveled a walkway for us when we truly wouldn’t have minded walking in the snow, provided lots of brochures in the cabin to check out, and was super quick and helpful in her responses. She was friendly enough to check in on us & make sure we were always good. Overall, an AMAZING stay! 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 9, 2024
What a sweet review! Your words regarding the snow shoveling will especially be appreciated by my son and grandson who did that on my behalf so that you would be treated well during your 'snowy' stay! I will pass this along! ALSO, I am so glad you had the blessing of seeing the aurora as well. You put in the time and finally got a view. There was so much snow that I feared you would not see the lights! Thank you for coming and for being a 5 star guest!! You are welcome anytime. Try out summer!!

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was warm and welcoming. She also helped make a connection for a local tour. Cabin was clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashanti C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect birthday in Alaska!
I booked my stay at Nancy’s after doing some reset about the area and noticing my initial accommodations were about an hour’s drive from everything I wanted to do. Nancy was super communicative from my initial inquiry until I left, offering info about local places to try and catch the Northern Lights. I was not disappointed. :) The cabin is in a back corner of Nancy’s property and has all the basics. There’s a coffee machine (which saved my life while trying to catch the lights on 4 hours of sleep), dishes, towels, extra pillows, books about Alaska and the Aurora Borealis and so much more! I ventured up to the loft area and while it it quite spacious, I opted to stay on the ground level. Overall, my stay at Nancy’s was the perfect way to celebrate my 30th birthday and I am so thankful for her hospitality. I would love to come back in the summer and experience Alaska and Nancy’s place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 10, 2023
Thanks for coming here to North Pole Cabins. I hope you try it out for a summer trip someday. You were a PERFECT guest. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Robey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Pole Cabins
Excellent host and excellent cabin. Nancy was fabulous with helping me to plan this adventure!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 10, 2023
Robey!! It was all a great pleasure and glad to have met you in person after so many phone and text communications. HAPPY BIRTHDAY. North Pole Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Mario V, Phoenix

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting The North Pole!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
This cute little cabin was comfortable for my husband and I to stay at for 7 days. Everything was cleanmwhen we arrived and our host even came in to tidy up a few days into our stay. The pond in back of the cabin gave us a nice view of the ducks swimming around during the day. The location is central to grocery stores and not too far from downtown Fairbanks for some nice dinners. The only drawback is that the second bed is located in a loft that has a steep staircase. Because we are both senior citizens and did not want to deal with a potential injury on our vacation, we did not use it, so we just cuddled up on the bed on the main floor. All in all, it was terrific and made our 25th Anniversary quite special.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 10, 2023
Thank you for this lovely review. The things you listed are the very reason I love living here. Love the ducks and the water and the dark nights (in winter). As for a second bed, it would not have been a queen (as that's whats up in the loft) but in addition to the queen bed on the main floor, that green chair pulls out into a second 'bed (twin size). I would have been happy to accommodate. However, cuddling up during your week here sounds good for your 25th anniversary! Hope to see you again. North Pole Nancy

8/10 Good

Homer E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be back
It was a beautiful week for my sister and I and to stay in such a wonderful cabin just added to our return to Alaska.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2023
I'm glad you enjoyed your comforts at the cabin. It would be nice to see you again perhaps under more fun adventures. The celebration of life and ash sprinkling went well for you and this is a very important part of life. I'm glad I could assist you in comfortable hosing. See you again. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Debra, Boorhwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cabin was perfect for us..Nancy is very accommodating

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin
Great location near highway but tucked back in the woods. Enjoyed the fire pit, gas grill and picnic tables outside. The cabin was clean, well supplied and relaxing. We enjoyed chatting with Nancy and our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 30, 2023
Thanks Jeff. I'm glad all of you (wife and son) had a good stay and enjoyed the place here. You were heading off for another near week of adventure with your son , so I hope all that went just super and your trip as A+ Your family will always be welcome here. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness
FAI -- North Pole
Wonderful location, clean accommodations, easy to find, and a great host. Couldn't ask for better.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and Private
Property was nice and quiet, nice quiet neighborhood. Clean and easy check in. Nancy was very nice and helpful and easy to get in touch with. Perfectly located between Eielson AFB and Fairbanks. Easy to get to off the highway. I would recommend this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our entire stay @ North Star Borough
We enjoyed our entire experience. Cabin is fully furnished and very clean! If you don’t find the pamphlet in the cabin that helps you decide what there is to do in the area, Nancy has MANY suggestions. Nancy was very helpful & understanding with any questions I asked. This cabin is a true Alaska experience (but has running water & indoor toilet)!😃
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2023
Nancy W: It was so nice to meet you guys and I sure appreciate the beautiful roses you left for me. I hope you can come again and I thank you for taking such good care of our cabin. Nancy P

10/10 Excellent

Serena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What we were looking for
We were looking for a cabin that would accommodate camping like atmosphere outside with the comfort and convenience of a comfortable bed running water a full bathroom and heat. Inside. We found the cabin to be exactly what we We're looking for and it came with extra conveniences like a Mini kitchen with microwave, TV, Internet and even a full size coffee pot with. Coffee pot with coffee pot with coffee in the room. The hostess, nancy, was awesome. She was very accommodating communicated with us clearly and was generous and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 15, 2023
It was very nice to meet and host you two. I hope you return sometime. Please stay in touch. Maybe next time your friend can join you. Thanks for appreciating our cabin and yard. You were perfect guests. nancy

10/10 Excellent

diana t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
My husband needed to be there for a family emergency. We will definitely stay here when we go back! Nancy was great and very quick to answer questions etc. this is an Alaskan gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 5, 2023
Yes indeed. Hope you all return under better circumstances. Ourlocation proved very helpful to your family who lives nearby…. Have a nice summer and I know you like to just be warm warm warm, so enjoy that will enjoy the warmth but it’s not sweltering hot in Alaska to me. It’s perfect. OK take care Nancy.

10/10 Excellent

L:ou L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nancy’s Cabins
Nice place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 5, 2023
I’m glad to know you enjoyed your stay it seem like our cabin location and set up was just perfect for you and your two children as you’re here visiting us someone in college. I hope the school year finishes out well and that you come again with the rest of your family.

10/10 Excellent

Regan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding
Wonderful cabin, host and location. Spectacular northern lights. The supplies for a campfire were an added bonus. Would highly recommend staying here. Thanks Nancy!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 22, 2023
It was a pleasure to have y’all and I wish very much that Reagan had been able to stay around but she was where she needed to be. Dad and sons were a pleasure to meet and I’m glad you had a good time during your stay. Aurora was good to you. Definitely would invite you all back again. .

10/10 Excellent

Airamaslin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went to celebrate our anniversary and we wanted to see the aurora. This cabin is beautiful and we were able to do every we wanted. The owner helped us a lot we all kinds of information about places to visit and when was a good day, time, and place to see the aurora. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Nancy was great! Property very clean and cozy. This cabin is in a neighborhood but very feels like it's nestled in the beautiful woods of Alaska! Very much enjoyed our stay and Nancy was very accommodating. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2023
Snowy days or Crystal clear and cold, these guests embraced their week long stay with daily activities. I love to see folks getting the best out of their vacations and Jennifer and her husband certainly did this! They rested up in the cabin and went out every day. They took good care of the cabin and left it in great condition. I would welcome another stay for sure. Nice folks, enjoying life and a pleasure to have as guests. Please come again in summer!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Lee Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property manager was very accommodating. She went above and beyond. The only thing I did not care for was the dirt roads In the area. On the upside Alaska was beautiful the cabin was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Kenneth M., Rutledge, GA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little place!
Clean, cozy, small cabin. Convient and close in to Fairbanks and surrounding area. Owner was friendly. It was a little too close to the owners house but it wasn't a problem for us as we were gone most of the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2022
Glad you were comfortable. It appears that a more remote setting would be better for you. Being too close to my home works very well for a lot of folks who are comforted by the proximity. Changing that can't happen, but I am glad to have met the two of you. Happy trails for all your travels. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quant cabin
We stayed for five nights and enjoyed our time here. The cabin was nice and clean and well stocked. Nancy was an excellent host and gave us good advice on where to go to get a good view of the aurora. Would definitely recommend this cabin for a couple.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2022
Glad to have had you here. Hope health issues continue to improve and you have a great winter. Come again someday.

8/10 Good

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Small but adequate. Everything you need. Be aware this is a duplex cabin
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2022
thank you for your review. Hope your travels thru Alaska were good for you overall. Congratulations on your anniversary. I Hope you received the cost adjustment I gave you. No word back from you yet. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness
North pole
Small but had what we needed. Nancy was very pleasant and responsive. The cabin is a duplex which I didn't really understand when I booked. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2022
Thank you for your review. The double unit works well for most folks, but in an ideal world I would make it all one unit (of course then the price would likely increase). Nice meeting you. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Pole
The property met our expectations and more Nancy was great she gave us suggestions or things to do and see during our stay. If we are lucky enough to visit Alaska again we will definitely stay at the cabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2022
I can't believe it's almost time for us to have SNOW here. Time has flown by since your stay, but I enjoyed meeting you and I do hope you return one day. Thanks, Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rustic stay for 2
My son and I had a great experience, Nancy was very friendly, helpful and shared some wonderful history!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 4, 2022
Glad you and your son had nice travels. It's special that you go to be here where we moved the Model T. Hope you enjoy the photos. Nancy

8/10 Good

Todd

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice log cabin . Small but workable. Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place
We really enjoyed staying here. It was quiet and comfortable. Beautiful location. Hostess was very friendly and had great communication. Close to Santa’s Village and some good restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2022
Glad your visit to Fairbanks finally worked out this year. Enjoy your summer out of the state and the time off from teaching. Nice to have met you. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute!
The cabin was perfect. It is a duplex, but you cannot tell at all. Nancy was great and supportive. Excellent stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you can celebrate an anniversary marker some time in the years to come. Congratulations on your marriage!!

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Mother’s Day weekend!
A much needed relaxing weekend for my wife and I. The weekend was perfect!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2022
So glad to know you had a good time. Enjoy what’s left of your Alaskan assignment. Stay safe. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Natalia V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Couldn’t have chose a better cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 26, 2022
Nice to meet you two. I'm glad you managed to stay warm and dry and have adventures while visiting Alaska. It's a BIG change from Florida!! Glad to have you and I hope you come again. Summer is cooler than Florida, but that could be a good thing!!

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful short stay
This property was very neat and had a great host who was awesome. Thank you for your wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin, convenient location and extremely accomodating host
The cabin was centrally located, easy to get to and has a beautiful private setting. The host was very friendly, accessible and accommodating. The cabin was clean, comfortable and had all of the expected amenities. I highly recommend this cabin if you are in the Fairbanks/North Pole AK area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

KRISTINA W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in the north pole cabins!
Our stay at the cabins in the north pole was wonderful, really idyllic. Nancy was an amazing host and extremely friendly, accommodating and helpful with local information.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and quirky
Nancy (host) was awesome and process was super smooth. Cabin is cute and warm and terrific, though a little quirky kitchen (which made it endearing to us).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 23, 2022
Glad you could make this historic trip with your young son. you and your entire family are welcome to return. Warm and cozy are common adjectives referring to the cabin and the size does indeed make some aspects endearing. It’s good everything works and it leaves the guest to make best use of everything available. Come back with the whole family.

10/10 Excellent

Jesse K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Successful Adventure!
Thank you Nancy for being a fantastic host! We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay in North Pole, Alaska greatly!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 14, 2022
Meeting the two of you was a real pleasure and as hosts yourself you certainly know how to be a guest. I appreciate your stay and the visits we had were most enjoyable. I hope to see you someday in Montana. Nancy

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
My boyfriend and I had a wonderful stay in the North Pole thanks to Nancy. She was incredibly helpful and replied quickly to any questions or concerns we had. The cabin was impeccably clean, the driveway was plowed and the location felt private and secluded without having to journey deep into the forest. 10/10 would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
North Pole
Very pleasant experience. Our first time visiting Alaska and Nancy was extremely helpful in directing us with anything that we were interested in doing and answering all questions. Great experience all around.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 24, 2022
Super glad to have hosted these folks. I definitely would be glad to have them come visit again good communicators clean and respectful.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Place to Stay!
The owner, Nancy is such a great lady! She was so helpful and welcoming. The cabin was perfect for us, was very clean and very comfy! We definitely would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Wonderful
Nancy is amazing as is the little cabin. Very cozy, comfortable and clean. Nancy gave us the idea of going to the ice cave which was just awesome!! Overall everything was great and we hope to come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021