[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0 Vacation home in North Pole with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681334/d8fc8c59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681334/25212bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681334/30f37c23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681334/82e4868c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96690000/96681400/96681334/156a3d96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0 offers a unique retreat in a quiet neighborhood close to the Santa Claus House, Reindeer, and local eateries. This handcrafted home features custom wood chairs, live edge tables, and space for up to 4 guests with washer/dryer facilities. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0 907 Vacation Rentals Would Like to Welcome You To "The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0" Small Family, Two Couples, & Great Friends Will Find Comfort, Space, & Unique Handcrafted Custom Wood Chairs, Cabinet Knobs, Live Edge Tables, & Doorway Trim, Enjoy This Custom Home With Friends & Family With Space Up To 4 Guests, If Your Needing To Accommodate An Even Larger Group, "The Northern & Southern Driftwood Inn" Is Also Available To Rent As Well, This Is Just A Few Minute Walk To The Santa Clause House For larger groups please inquiry about the availability on the additional attached units The Northern Driftwood Inn 1.0 & The Southern Driftwood Inn 3.0, The Courtyard Is A Common Shared Space, This Units Has 16-Interior Stairs To The Bedrooms No Garage, Outside Parking Year Round, Please Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Winterized & Has Winter Tires, Also Make Sure To Bring An Extension Cord To Plug Your Car In During Winter Months, If You Experience Any Vehicle Troubles With Starting Please Contact Your Rental Car Company \*\*\*All Guest will be prompt to sign a rental agreement prior to check in\*\*\* This Unique comfortable space Is Positioned In A Quiet & Peaceful Neighborhood Located Very Close to Year- Round Santa Clause House, Reindeer, Churches, Local Eateries, Coffee Hut's, Grocery Stores, Laser-Tag, Gyms & Brewery. Parking Is Off The Street, Access and parking is right off of 4th St. We Always Recommend AWD/4x4 When Traveling In Alaska, Uber Lyft Taxi Bus Bike Running Walking Jogging Off Street Parking This Unit Also Features Washer/Dryer, Dedicated Workspace, Full Kitchen, 2-Queen Beds Digital Copy Available By Scanning QR Code ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Bicycles ### 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 - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90910000/90902400/90902320/w905h683x59y0-e7843c71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ak adventure hibernation station North Pole - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=90902320&PinnedHotelID=90902320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33496800/33496716/0728675d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### North Pole Cabin Retreat North Pole - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 141 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=33496716&PinnedHotelID=33496716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109760000/109752800/109752735/2528eac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aurora viewing 3BR/2BA home, plus heated 2 car garage, North Pole, AK. 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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 not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 186179 ## About the area North Pole is home to this vacation home. Regal Goldstream and Hoodoo Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fairbanks Ice Museum. Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary and University of Alaska Museum of the North are also worth visiting. [Visit our North Pole travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Pole.dx182915) [View more Vacation homes in North Pole](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Pole-Private-Vacation-Homes.d182915-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C64.75191%2C-147.35008&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kENhWSJw9ehG8nnAat84WwKED8U=) North Pole, AK ### What's nearby - North Pole City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - North Pole Plaza - 11 min walk - 0.9 km - Beaver Lake - 1 min drive - 1.1 km - Santa Claus House - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Fort Wainwright - 20 min drive - 26.9 km ### Getting around - Fairbanks Intl. Airport (FAI) - 25 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk - ‪North Pole Alehouse - ‬5 min walk - ‪12 Mile Road House - ‬3 min drive - ‪Little Richard's Family Diner - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sunrise Bagels & Espresso - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0 located? > Situated in North Pole, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of 5th Street Park and North Pole City Hall. North Pole Plaza and Santa Claus House are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Central Driftwood Inn 2.0 Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Dennis S. Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice near Santa Clause House and places to visit in Fairbanks- house stocked with essentials we didn’t have to go out and buy ##### Dennis S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tammy T. Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Quiet location. It was clean. Beautiful wood furniture and trim. ##### Tammy T. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie R. Jul 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Neat, tidy, clean All the amenities you could think of. We were worried when we first got to the apartment, the neighborhood seemed a little run down, but everything was fine. We stayed 10 days and were totally comfortable. Thanks for having a great place ##### Valerie R. 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