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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fairbanks, AK
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Creamer's Field
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Fort Wainwright
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

Fairbanks

At this holiday home, you'll be 7.3 km (4.6 mi) from North Star Golf Club and 7.6 km (4.7 mi) from Gold Daughters. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features a fireplace, a patio and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .In proximity to this Fairbanks holiday home you'll find Fort Wainwright.
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What's nearby

  • Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Creamer's Field - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 15 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Pioneer Park - 17 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Fairbanks, AK (FAI-Fairbanks Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turtle Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mocha Dan's Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Loop Market - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Double C Steakhouse - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gilmore House

We are located off of historic Gilmore Trail appx. 10 miles north of Fairbanks. Our cute 3b.r.- 1 bath home can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people and is perfect for anyone who is interested in exploring the Last Frontier at your own pace. We have a large deck located on the 2nd floor and a large front porch, both overlooking the historic Gold filled hills north of town. Great for watching the Northern Lights or enjoying the Midnight Sun! The kitchen has pots & pans, dishes, silverware, baking pans, cake pans etc. and we always provide, with our compliments, a food *'Starter Kit' with things like Bacon & Eggs & OJ plus a variety of condiments, salad dressings, spices, and more, plus some snacks & bottled water. In the freezer there are always a couple of pizzas! *(Gluten /Dairy free options available upon request with advanced notice). So much easier than trying to find a Grocery store before you've even had a chance to get settled in! With a little notice, we can pick you up or drop you off at the Airport or Train Depot. We are Pet friendly & have water & food bowls & a blanket for your fur babies. We live next door, so no matter what time of year you come to Alaska, we are always available should you need anything & we will do our absolute best to make sure you and your family & friends have a great visit! No matter where you choose to stay, whether with us or elsewhere, we hope you have a wonderful time in Alaska!

Property manager

Laura & Martin Duffy

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Don’t leave pet unattended More than1pet? Ask us😊

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children allowed with family member who is over 21

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Gilmore House Fairbanks
Gilmore House Private vacation home
Gilmore House Private vacation home Fairbanks

Frequently asked questions

Does Gilmore House have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Gilmore House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that Gilmore House is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gilmore House?

No, Gilmore House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gilmore House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Gilmore House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corey E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place amazing host just all around great experience
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Where to begin…Laura and Martin were just the best! Laura went out of her way to find my favorite coffee creamer from the lower 48! That made for the perfect cup of coffee on the perfect first Alaska morning on the perfect front porch! We enjoyed our view from the living room and master bedroom! We were so thankful for the comfy beds and hot showers. My family was so thankful for the snacks and breakfast items provided! We had no idea what to expect planning our first Alaskan vacation from 4000 miles away! So the 5 star review on The Gilmore House gave us a level of comfort! It did not disappoint! It was the perfect cabin for our adventure! We were able to get from site to site easily and parking and access were easy! Laura provided many recommendation on restaurants and attractions prior to our arrival. We did many, and they were all great! We are so thankful for our visit here and all that Laura did to make it perfect! Not sure when or if we would return to Fairbanks, but this would be our first choice! It should definitely your first choice too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Laura and Martin went above and beyond to make The Gilmore House feel like home away from home. We all agreed that this was our favorite stop on our Alaska tour. The little and big details did not go unnoticed. From the "Welcome Starter Snacks", frozen pizzas and breakfast items were so appreciated!! Kitchen had everything you need to make meal prep easy. Beds were super comfy and everything was impeccably clean. Loved all the history and antiques that were throughout the house. Easy to follow directions to the house and great communication before and during our stay. Even left something behind and Laura said she would mail it to us! Book the Gilmore House and you will not be disappointed! Would love to stay again if we find ourselves in Alaska again some day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super cute place to stay

Great communication with the host. Laura offered recommendations for activities and restaurants prior to our visit. The home is super cute and was comfortable for 4 adults. I enjoyed all of the old pictures and antiques. Location was very convenient for all of our activities. I would definitely recommend and would stay again. I appreciated the thoughtfulness of snacks and breakfast items that were available to us as our flight arrived in the middle of the night.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emil S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay

Warm and cozy during the winter snowfall.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Laura and Martin are amazing. Laura communicated frequently to ensure we had everything we need and they went out of their way help us out for activities we were planning after our stay. The provisions for breakfast were great. The view of the aurora from the porch was amazing. We can't recommend this home enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Laura was so kind, responsive, and caring! From meeting us at the airport so we could follow her back to our place, to stocking the house with food and snacks, to answering all out question's- she was amazing! Best host ever! Thank you for pre ious memories!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place to Stay

Laura went out of her way to make our stay superb. My sisters and I spent 5 days and loved every minute of it. Laura provided lots of information about the area to help make our stay the best it could be. I would recommend you stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate & Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness

Look no further, stay HERE

I cannot begin to grasp how incredible of a stay I had here at Laura’s home. My partner and I had a bucket list dream to see the Northern Lights. We had decided Fairbanks would be a good spot. From booking our stay, Laura provided us with tips and recommendations for anything from restaurants, things to do, etc. All her tips were spot on and excellent. I have stayed in many a VRBO and Laura is the best host I’ve ever had. She offered to pick us up at the airport as needed, ensured our fridge was stocked with a lovely breakfast starter kit, had a valentines gift and flowers waiting for us on the counter, and alerted us (upon request) when the Northern Lights were visible! It is so very clear that Laura is a passionate host and cares deeply about her home and the guests who stay there. The home itself is cozy in all the right ways. Everything I could possibly need was already there. I was cooking and realized I needed butter, she had it there. I caught a cold and needed tissues, she had plenty. We needed sandals to go to the local hot springs. She has several pairs. Worried about dehydration? She’s got a massive jug of water ready to go for you. Wanting to bundle up? There’s a fuzzy blanket waiting for you on the sofa. Everything was wonderful. I arrived in Fairbanks not sure if I’d ever want to come back, and I leave Fairbanks wishing to come back quickly, at the very least to visit Laura and her lovely home.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place with fantastic hosts!

The house is fantastic decorated with one of a kind items from Alaska. Laura and Martin are the most amazing hosts ever and were always available for questions. They had groceries for us at our arrival. We saw the northern lights right from the house! The house was always warm and cozy, even when it was beyond freezing outside. For potential future guests - the stairs inside are kind of steep and narrow. They didn’t bother us at all, but if you have mobility concerns, they might be a challenge. We can’t wait to return to this property and reunite with our fantastic hosts!!Thank you Laura and Martin!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable experience with the best hospitality

Our family had an unforgettable stay at Gilmore House! Visiting Fairbanks after Christmas and ringing in the New Year here was truly magical.This trip was all about seeing the Aurora Borealis for the first time, and thanks to Laura's thoughtful texts when the lights appeared, we got to experience their breathtaking beauty. Midnight wake-ups were completely worth it!We also loved exploring the area - dog sledding, ice fishing, visiting the Santa Claus House, and soaking in Chena Hot Springs (frozen hair and all!) were highlights for everyone. The sledding slope nearby and playing in the snow made for hours of fun, despite the frigid temperatures.Ringing in the New Year at the cabin was extra special. The welcome basket with New Year goodies made it a night to remember. We enjoyed celebrating with fireworks (and Laura) at midnight! :)The cabin was warm, cozy, and had almost everything we needed. We especially loved the beautiful sunrises and sunsets right from the windows. Laura, your kindness and hospitality - along with the personal touches - made our stay feel so special.Thank you for an incredible Alaska adventure!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly W., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness

Beyond magical

We came on a lark in hopes of seeing northern lights. We discovered an amazing place, with hands down the very best hosts (and humans) you could even imagine. The house is perfect. Laura and Martin are incredibly kind and thoughtful. They took care of everything we could have imagined, called and texted when the lights came out and gave amazing recommendations for things to do in the area. We can’t wait to come back. ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laura and Martin have an amazing place to watch the Aurora's from and hang out just outside of Fairbanks. She shared lots of recommendations, the stash of food to begin was a lifesaver. Just a wonderful vacation spot!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Experience!!!

I can’t speak highly enough about this experience! Laura was so helpful. She truly wants her guests to have an outstanding experience. The house is full of treasures. It’s perfectly located just outside Fairbanks. It’s quiet, but convenient to everything. We even saw the Northern Lights right from the house. Stay here if you’re in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Laura and Martin were great hosts! They made us feel like family and not just guests. Laura picked us up at the airport, and dropped us off to get our car and brought our bags to the house so we could enjoy our day in Fairbanks! There was a food “starter” kit there for us when we arrived and she offered us tips on places to go eat, visit and see the Northern Lights! She even offered to wake us if the Northern lights came out! The Gilmore house itself is beautiful clean and has a comfy feeling to it. The views were breathtaking! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It is definitely a home away from home! We highly recommend it and will definitely stay there again if we make it back to Fairbanks! Thanks Laura for everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Merritt extended family

A group of my family from the midwest (IL, KY and TN) traveled to Fairbanks for a vacation. We chose Sept to try to see the Northern Lights while there. Our host was extremely helpful both in planning the trip while we were there. Laura is amazing and we loved the beautiful and well decorated house where we could see the Aurora from our lodging. Strongly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Fairbanks at the Gilmore House!

Laura and Martin were amazing hosts! They even picked us up at the train station and got us to our rental car - saved us a bunch of $. Gilmore house is a warm and welcoming home full of historical artifacts. This is definitely a place to visit and stay again. A wonderful location to see the Northern Lights. I can't recommend them highly enough - book it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place!

Great place to stay! Laura was very helpful and left plenty of goodies for breakfast and snacks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Cozy

Unique & Charming. The hospitality of the hosts is top notch. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

No Better Place and People!!!

Laura is the most AMAZING HOST!!! She’s friendly. She anticipates anything a family may need. Her house is beautiful! Inside there’s so many interesting historical artifacts and articles to enjoy. You learn so much each time you look around. Outside,she has the most BEAUTIFUL flowers !!! Sitting outside is
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fairbanks gem!

A truly delightful old world Alaska cabin feel. But ... with all the amenities. I very much recommend to anyone who might be looking for peace and serenity while visiting this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail S.

Liked: Cleanliness

True Alaskan Experience

Many special touches added by the host. The flowers are beautiful. Many interesting touches to the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Stay - Caring Hosts

My kids commented to me repeatedly that they loved this house as it felt so cozy and comfortable to them. That is the highest praise that teenagers can give to any place that we stay. This house just exudes warmth and love and we enjoyed every minute spent here. The hosts were probably one the most friendly hosts we have ever had the privilege to rent from. They gave several suggestions for area activities and restaurants and the starter kit that was left for us gave us just what we needed for a lovely breakfast our first morning there. When we thought we might be stuck an extra day due the airline technology glitch, Laura was quick to offer us another night if needed and even held off on housekeeping until I let her know we were on the plane. It is rare that I ever feel cared for by the owners of a VRBO, but I definitely felt cared for here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to decompress

The Gilmore House is so quaint and cute with all of the authentic furnishings with notes sharing a little bit about each one. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. A wondeful place to decompress and relax. Laura stopped over to make sure everything was okay and was nice enough to share some farm fresh eggs with us which made some very delicious breakfast. Definitely would stay again the next time we're in Valdez.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024