Family-friendly holiday rentals in Ester

The Goldstream Yurt

A unique, romantic getaway in the beautiful Goldstream Valley, only 15 minutes away from town! Spectacular aurora viewing, away from light pollution, and close winter trail access. This cozy yurt offers privacy amongst the spruce trees and will make you feel close to nature! The yurt is well-insulated from the elements relative to other yurts. Pets not allowed! *The outhouse is a short walk away from the front door; no indoor toilet or shower. There is running hot and cold water in the kitchen!

Cozy 1-bedroom home-great Aurora viewing

Cozy 1 bedroom 1 bathroom private home, just outside of town only a couple miles from the airport. Close to great trails for hiking and cross country skiing, but outside of town enough to get a great show from the Northern Lights. Newly updated with a quiet environment, perfect get away. Full size washer/dryer, and all kitchen needs. A beautiful Alaskan property which you can watch float planes land and take off from the private pond across the road. Large windows for great views! Pets Allowed!

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.

Sourdough Dan's, Beautiful place, spectacular view

This beautiful private entrance, 2 bedroom mother-in-law apartment offers a great view of the Tanana Valley, wildlife and Auroras from the privacy of your own cedar deck. While seeming remote, it offers full amenities such as unlimited internet, a washer and dryer, a full kitchen and bath and is only 10 minutes from town. This apartment is perfect for a family wanting to experience Fairbanks Alaska without breaking the bank, staying at a crowded downtown hotel or giving up home luxuries.

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.

Cozy and Convenient Modern Cabin in W. Fairbanks

Welcome to the Pink Door on Pickering! This cozy little cabin is conveniently located just outside of town in the foothills of Chena Ridge. It is within a quiet neighborhood with easy access to all Fairbanks has to offer. Built with love and thoughtfulness by the host who previously lived in a tiny cabin for years, it has all you need to make it your home away from home while visiting Fairbanks. Modern comfort meets rustic Alaska. The perfect space for a traveling duo.

Salmon’s Guesthouse

We aren’t fancy but we are the real Alaskan deal! Charming, tidy artist’s cottage nestled in rustic woods, close to town, minutes to world class Aurora viewing and a gateway to Denali. One bedroom, loft, bath, kitchen, living room, deck, shared garden/barbecue area, and surrounding forest. Relaxing, rugged off-grid atmosphere...an Alaskan home away from home! Check out Vicki’s Art studio with original paintings, prints and gifts...a short path through the woods.

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. Pets allowed with prior permission only. 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.

Alaskan Forest Retreat

Beautiful and spacious daylight basement unit in the hills in west Fairbanks. Just a short 10 minute drive from the airport, but it feels like you're away from it all. This unit is located in the downstairs of our home, so you may hear the occasional pitter patter of tiny feet upstairs. We recommend AWD vehicle for winter use. Check out our other listing if you want to rent 2 bedrooms.