Vacation 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!

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!

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.

Skip the lights tour, enjoy them from a Hot Tub!

I spent over two years looking for the best place to have an Airbnb in the area, and this was the winning spot! It is less than 20 minutes from the airport. You are in a quiet, peaceful place with over 40 acres of trees and wildlife around. The home is on Murphy Dome which is the best point to see the lights and you can easily see the lights from the comfort of this comfy vacation home. Hunting, fishing, hiking...all walking distance! My car is available for rent as well if you need transport.

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.

Cute Cozy Cabin

Explore the Golden Heart City from this adorable little cabin! Nestled in the hills of Goldstream you'll feel like you're deep in the wilderness but you'll be within 10 minutes from town. You'll feel like a real Alaskan here! No visible neighbors is such a peaceful feeling. Step outside onto the porch and sip your coffee while listening to the dog sled teams howling. You’ll likely see squirrels, birds, possibly a frog! If you're lucky you might catch some Northern Lights.

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.

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.

Northern Lights Layover

Remodeled one bedroom home perfect for affordable, yet comfortable travel for small groups of people. The Northern Lights Layover has a full kitchen, full bathroom with a beautiful walk-in shower, and a washer & dryer. The home also has a large, shared yard and off street parking with high speed internet and WIFI. The home is located less than 4 minutes from the airport!

Northern Lights views from bed!

We built the Rocky Top AirBnB as an Aurora-viewing, winter-loving house: its walls are a foot thick, with radiant floors heated by an environmentally-friendly vegetable-oil boiler. At night, watch the Aurora from bed or the large north-facing windows. The large couch is a comfortable place to watch the low winter sun traverse the mountains to the south during the day.