Family-friendly vacation rentals in Ester

Welcome to the Nuthatch Cabin

Welcome to the Nuthatch, a cozy cabin in the woods outside Fairbanks. This dog-friendly little cabin is just 7 miles from town but surrounded by the boreal forest. This is glamping at its best, a solid roof, warm place, bed, WiFi, and tv. This is a “dry” cabin, with an outhouse but no running water (no shower. Look out for wildlife and northern lights or roast a s’more over the campfire. If you have more guests, there is an additional cabin on the property "Come Visit the Warbler", holds four.

Tiny Home On The Dome w/ Hot Tub

This one of a kind cabin, offers the most spectacular 270° views for both sunrise, sunset, and Aurora viewing! Sitting on top of the locally popular Ester Dome, this unique cabin overlooks all of Fairbanks and the surrounding areas. Just 11 miles to the airport, there is amazing hiking/biking trails nearby. With a surplus of windows, the breathtaking Alaskan tundra/mountains are highlighted. Inside this custom built cabin, there is a cozy living room and a fully functional kitchen/bathroom.

Charming 2-bedroom home, short walk from downtown

Sun-filled two-bedroom home has the space you need for any Fairbanks vacation. This townhouse is located within walking distance to many popular sites. The Ice Museum, the Chena River, and Pioneer Park are just a few of the things that you can enjoy nearby. The perfect place to get away from the busyness of life, while still having the option of enjoying popular destinations. The master bedroom boasts a California king bed, while the second bedroom maintains a luxuriantly soft twin size.

Raven Speak Home Goldstream Valley

We are located in Goldstream valley about 9 minutes from Fairbanks. It is a quiet get away spot surrounded by birch trees. Life is simple here. The bathroom is an outhouse - common in Fairbanks. We have a banya sauna for bathing. Running hot & cold water inside cabin. A store & laundromat with showers 1 mile away. Ivory Jacks restaurant & bar 1 mile away, Sam's Thai 3 miles. Great northern lights viewing! Close to hiking trails & bird sanctuary. Our home is a 4min walk from cabin.

Secluded Aurora Haven: Guesthouse in the Hills

Please read carefully: Offering an entire one room guest house, the space is completely separate/detached from the main home, providing complete solitude. This is meant to be an affordable alternative to other options. There is an incinerator toilet and sink, however, there is NO running water of any kind provided for this space, it is a great location to sleep, rest or relax and watch some TV, read, do some work, or just enjoy the quiet. High Speed Wifi provided. No breakfast.

Aurora Headquarters - Modern-Cozy Alaska Home

Welcome to Aurora Headquarters - Conveniently located 14 min from downtown Fairbanks next to a small float pond and runway. This B&B is far enough from town so the light pollution is low for Aurora viewing but still minutes from stores and restaurants. FAST WIFI - Download up to 200 Mbps and Upload up to 10 Mbps. (Can speed up to 1gig download if needed) With comfortable quality furniture and an excellent work space this B&B is perfect for work or personal travel.

Northern Lights Adventure Cabin

The peace, quiet and fresh air will envelop you with tranquility but invite you to explore what’s just outside the door. Have morning coffee on the deck to leisurely start your day then sit around the fire at night while you relive the days adventures. It’s far enough from the city lights for northern lights viewing when they’re out. No smoking of any kind on the premises at all. We’re only 4.4 miles the airport.

Chaplin Cabin

Beautiful tiny home, built in January 2019 by talented local builder, many guests have fallen in love with this home. No running water, but the cabin is stocked with 5 gallon water bottles filled at Fox Springs. Full kitchen, comfy beds, super fast internet, television ready for streaming, books to curl up and read, close to shopping, restaurants , amenities of the city, while tucked into wooded private lot.

The Park Bus, Adventure Awaits.

The Park Bus is a retired Denali National Park shuttle. It has been extensively remodeled to provide a comfortable and memorable place to stay while enjoying your Alaskan adventure. Admire the panoramic view of the night sky while comfortably seated inside. Conveniently located between Fairbanks and the Chena Hot Springs Resort. The Park Bus is a unique Alaskan experience you will never forget.