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Gilmore House

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

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

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, milk, & various other breakfast items, plus bread, butter, PB&J, a variety of condiments, salad dressings, spices, and more, as well as snacks & some 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 food & water 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

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
  • Electric kettle
  • 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

  • Laundromat nearby

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
  • Cycling 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 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

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

Property is also known as

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

About the area

Map
Fairbanks, AK

What's nearby

  • Gold Daughters - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Creamer's Field - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Fairbanks Ice Museum - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Fort Wainwright - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • University of Alaska-Fairbanks - 19 min drive - 17.5 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Gilmore House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Gilmore House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gilmore House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gilmore House located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of North Star Golf Club, Gold Daughters and Gold Dredge 8. Birch Hill Recreation Area and Creamer's Field are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Gilmore House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 121 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 121 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rustic with Five Star Amenities
Beautiful wooded area framed with lovely flowers and historical artifacts. Spacious interior, with each room thoughtfully decorated. Notecards throughout detailing historical items as well needed home instructions. Stocked kitchen was such a wonderful surprise, just another example of how much time and thought out detail the hosts put into their home. Location peaceful. I savor the feeling of sitting out on their swing, soaking in the sun, smelling the surrounding flowers, and drinking my morning Java. My boyfriend went down memory lane and played his childhood songs on their piano. Brought smiles seeing a 64 year old guy playing "Mary Had a Little Lamb" ! Another plus was that shopping was conveniently 10 minutes away so grilling out was easily planned. We cannot say enough about the hosts, Laura and Martin. We have traveled extensively, many repeat areas, and rarely encounter such gracious and thoughtful hosts as them both. We would without hesitation, stay again at the Gilmore House.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Gilmore House Fairbanks Family and Friends
For us, the location was perfect as we have family nearby. Gilmore House is a mini museum of all things Fairbanks and more. Loved being able to cook breakfast after sleeping in. Really appreciated the privacy given by Martin and Laura. Sadly, the smoke of the forest fires ruined the air quality. Air conditioning would have been great. Although there is a TV in every bedroom and the living room, we spent more time watching buffering than any news or entertainment. Only other suggestion is to check with your guests before leaving food. I’m diabetic, allergic to milk and my hubby has to eat gluten free. While the starter food might be great for most, it was wasted on us. Loved the fans! Cute cabin with a creaky staircase. A few more dish towels would have been nice and a broom to sweep up the dirt we tracked in. We were able to see all our family and even made a trip to Denali. We were very happy to have this as our home away from home!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming spot!
We enjoyed our stay at Gilmore House. Laura was super helpful, providing resources before we arrived and checking in via text through our stay. Laura and Martin live next door so are available if needed and very friendly. The house has loads of charm and thoughtful touches. For example, we stayed during a few warm days with lots of sun coming through the lovely windows - thankfully fans were available to keep things cool in each bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skylar H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend getaway
We had such a lovely stay at the Gilmore House-what a charming Alaskan home! Laura and Martin were wonderful hosts and made sure we had a comfortable and enjoyable stay. We'd love to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna N., Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming, comfortable and so very welcoming!
We traveled from our home in Anchorage for a quick summer warm up in Fairbanks. 3 adults, one teen. The Amazing and thoughtful hosts have created space that brings a smile to your face as soon as you step inside. It’s a special place and you can feel the love they put into it. Laura & Martin have collected wonderful antiques, Alaskan historical items, literature and even fossils! The home is warm and inviting space for a family with lots of cozy blankets, great beds, with board games, snacks and breakfast items. Even honey for my tea! Waking up in the master bedroom with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the forest was peaceful and relaxing. Our hosts were great communicators, kind and friendly. They offered ideas for adventures and answered questions quickly. I’m a big fan of Gilmore House and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Hosts are so welcoming and generous. The starter kit food and snacks was amazing and so welcome. We were very comfortable and would come again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
Great home away from home, near enough to town but with all the feel of a cozy cabin away. The hosts are amazing, good communication and helpful with every part of the stay. We definitely appreciated all the notes, recommendations, and the "starter kit" groceries. We would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H., KAILUA

Liked: Cleanliness
Retirement vacation
We had a wonderful time at this lovely home. The hosts are very generous, thoughtful and kind. They provided a lot of Alaska info and helpful tips.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I truly enjoyed my stay at Gilmore House. I definitely recommend it over a hotel. It was peaceful and quiet, while still close enough to drive to all of my activities. I wished I'd had more down time on my trip to just relax at the house. It was cozy and felt like you were at home. Laura and Martin were excellent hosts. Laura was very communicative from the time I'd booked until I'd checked out and she wished me safe travels. She went above and beyond with making my stay the best it could be. She even made me certificates for me crossing the Arctic Circle and for seeing the Northern Lights that Martin brought over with some salmon to try. So sweet! Personal touches that a hotel can never offer. If I'm ever visiting the Fairbanks area again, I will be booking Gilmore House.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Gilmore house exceeded our expectations! So safe and quiet. We felt so welcomed to their home from beginning to end. We shared great moments with the host and they always checked in on us via text message to ensure we saw the aurora ! The house itself is like a little museum! We enjoyed sledding down the little slope and swinging on their bench swing. Beautiful memories and moments. Thank you so much for the hospitality. Hopefully we make it back to visit someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We loved everything about the Gilmore House!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!!
Laura & Martin have treated us like family, so kind, helpful, considerate. They are just great human beings!!! Their house was delightful. We had the “real Alaska “ experience. We had such a great 7 day stay. The kitchen had everything needed to cook, plus bacon & eggs!! The bedrooms were clean, beds very comfortable. The mountains and trees made a beautiful setting. I highly recommend them and hope to return someday. Thank you so much!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024