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The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views

The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views

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Yurt A, one of our two gorgeous yurts on the property.
Exterior detail
Yurt in summertime
Deck with seating area and small grill
new spiral staircase

Overview of The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Popular LocationMoose Mountain5 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Alaska-Fairbanks24 min drive
  • AirportFairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)27 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Wainwright31 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views

Enjoy Fairbanks from above... in the hills with a sunny south facing view…ski or hike out your door from this beautiful deluxe yurt located right on the ski hill!

Features:
*Private chalet style yurt cottage on wooded hillside lot
*Skylight + out of town darkness = great northern lights viewing!
*Knotty pine interior; French doors to deck; Cozy and warm…
*Private deck with grill; Outdoor fire pit
*Scenic views + warmer temps than town + hiking and ski trails right out the door
*Fully equipped kitchen; refrigerator, stove top, microwave, coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishes, and cutlery
*Fully furnished; high quality linens; 2 bedrooms plus sleeping loft with double futon. (One bedroom with two twins and second bedroom with one queen)
*Full bathroom with tub+shower and private washer/dryer
*All utilities provided including large screen TV plus Internet/WiFi


*Nearby historic sites, gold panning, dog mushing, natural hot springs, arctic cultural events, river or ice fishing, ice sculptures, and lots more! Owner is a long-time resident and retired teacher with plenty of local knowledge and suggestions
*optional addition of 2nd yurt and next door rental house for larger groups
Mountain Moose...An alpine getaway…and only a short drive from downtown Fairbanks!

* four-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive is needed during the winter months
(September -April)

*Must be 25+ to make a reservation.
*NO parties/events! In consideration of all other on-site guests and neighbors, booked guest count will be strictly enforced at all times.
*Use of SHARED outdoor hot tub (4 person limit) within usage guidelines listed in guest handbook. Guidelines must be adhered to in order to avoid additional cleaning fees.

*Don't see your dates? Check our second yurt listing!

Property manager

Colleen Smith
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Very strict rule

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fairbanks

Located in Fairbanks, this cottage is in a rural area. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Pioneer Air Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fairbanks Ice Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Carlson Center Event Arena or Growden Memorial Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • Moose Mountain - 5 min drive
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 24 min drive
  • Pioneer Park - 29 min drive
  • Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum - 31 min drive
  • Fort Wainwright - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ivory Jacks - 17 min drive
  • The Vallata - 19 min drive
  • Ursa Major Distilling - 25 min drive
  • Sams Wonderful Taste of Thai - 17 min drive
  • Hearthside Bread Bakery - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Aurora Yurt ~ A Deluxe Mountain Getaway Above Fairbanks With Great Views located?

Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out cottage in Fairbanks is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Moose Mountain and is convenient for winter activities, such as cross-country skiing and sledging. University of Alaska Museum of the North and Fairbanks Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain stay!
What an incredible week!!! The yurt was exactly as described and Colleen had every contingency planned for!!! What a cozy and wonderful stay! Not sure I’ve slept on a more comfortable bed at a rental property! And the sleds were a nice touch! Thank you for the obvious time end effort you put into your rentals!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base in Fairbanks area !
Aurora Yurt is in a beautiful location and has everything you need to relax between adventures in the area. Peaceful lovely view . Using Colleen’s tips we saw the Northern lights 3/6 nights in spite of cloudy forecasts! Convenient location not far from University of Alaska Fairbanks museum, trail system groceries restaurants. We used the well stocked kitchen and were plenty warm in the Yurt. Colleen’s beautiful snow dogs came to visit and they are special! Would like to return in summertime and would definitely stay here again .
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for Aurora♡
We loved everything about this yurt! Cozy, beautiful & warm - we were always happy returning home to it after all of our adventures♡Colleen has created a space with all of the convenience of being home. The yurt is stocked with so many extras that you would never expect to be in a VRBO. IT IS A GREAT LOCATION TO SEE THE AURORA! We watched it dance in the sky 5 of the 7 nights we were there right on the porch♡It is truely amazing! The drive into town is around 25 minutes & the roads are very well taken care of. We rented a 4WD & didnt have any problems. Loved the hot tub & her doggies visited us several nights😁We highly recommend this yurt & would stay here again if we ever return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was just right!
The yurt was clean and smelled clean which is the first and most important to me. My 15 and 18yr old daughters are very picky and they loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LL N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ah Maz Ing!
Just amazing! Stop reading comments, and just book it already!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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Hosted by Colleen Smith

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