Title: Life’s Better on the River! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Life’s Better on the River! Ski-in/ski-out vacation home with hot tub ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100284200/100284118/e898d464.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100284200/100284118/4109403b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100284200/100284118/56418b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100284200/100284118/837044df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100290000/100284200/100284118/b6dc9a6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled along the Chena River, this 2-bedroom private home offers a serene escape. Relax on the large deck or unwind in the hot tub year-round while watching Northern Lights. Enjoy easy access to Fairbanks International Airport, restaurants, and shopping. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51001 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Life’s Better on the River! 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. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski-in/ski-out access - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Ski-in/ski-out access - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,001 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20920000/20913500/20913446/00eea515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Riverside Chena River House North Suite with Hot Tub College - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 90 reviews CA $441 CA $796 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=20913446&PinnedHotelID=20913446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119820000/119814000/119813920/b158589b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bush Pilot House • Cozy Retreat with Hot Tub Fairbanks - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews CA $246 CA $521 total includes taxes & fees Nov 5 - Nov 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=119813920&PinnedHotelID=119813920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114410000/114407700/114407626/464df624.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Luxury Home with Hot Tub and Aurora Views Fairbanks - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $421 CA $674 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=114407626&PinnedHotelID=114407626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27130600/27130539/w934h657x0y0-3bcb1353.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable House With Kitchen On The Chena River. 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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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 194331 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C64.82416%2C-147.89041&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bUSdZxF-s76a6Kn5GEXLy62Okv4=) Fairbanks, AK #### What's nearby - University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 4 min drive - 4.1 km - University of Alaska Museum of the North - 6 min drive - 6.2 km - Pioneer Park - 7 min drive - 7.5 km - Fairbanks Ice Museum - 11 min drive - 12.2 km - Fort Wainwright - 12 min drive - 12.2 km #### Getting around - Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 3 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪Fred Meyer Fuel Center - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Pump House - ‬8 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sunrise Bagel & Espresso - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Life’s Better on the River! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Life’s Better on the River!? > As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Life’s Better on the River! on Nov 5, 2025 start from CA $325.97, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Fairbanks-Hotels-Lifes-Better-On-The-River.h100284118.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Life’s Better on the River!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Life’s Better on the River!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Life’s Better on the River! located? > Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this vacation home in College is on a river, steps from Chena River, and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and sledding. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Big Dipper Ice Arena are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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