Denali above the clouds on the flight from Anchorage
Flying into the Fairbanks area
The airport
A potential dry cabin in the Goldstream Valley. It is about a half hour's drive from Fairbanks but located midway between the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the town (if you can call it that) of Fox -- where several mushers have their kennels. That's Chris, an Iditabiker, in front with Noly. It is charming and very reasonable. Who would have thought I would see this my first day.
The outhouse is about 100 ft. from the cabin
It even has a communal sauna a short walk through the woods
There are several cabins in the vicinity but none are visible from anywhere on the property. Many ski and mushing trails are accessible just outside the front door. Although it is in the valley, it apparently doesn't get the ice fog that plagues Fairbanks. On the other hand when it is really cold -- this area is some 20 degrees colder than anywhere else (Chris mentioned -60F). I haven't made a final decision as there are a couple of other things I want to investigate first. But I must say I sort of fell in love with this at first sight. BTW there is a shower at the General Store 4 miles away.
Wow, this place sounds and looks exactly how I pictured your Fairbanks place. And a communal sauna too!
ReplyDeleteis there a guest room for us to come and stay?
ReplyDeleteWell, there is a loft accessible by ladder. You have to be rather thin and agile to get up there and once there you can't really stand up... but I know a good B&B. Seriously, though, for friends we will make space.
ReplyDeleteOuthouse 100 feet away and 20 degrees colder- what a combo! Do you have heat in the outhouse? I am distressed at the thought of this..... Is there electricity? I need more info on life in a dry cabin!!!!
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