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3BR/2BA Charming Home on Kansas’ Second Oldest Homestead

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December 2024
January 2025

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books, offices
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Lawrence, KS
  • Haskell Indian Nations University
    4 min drive
  • University of Kansas
    6 min drive
  • University of Kansas Natural History Museum
    9 min drive
  • Lawrence, KS (LWC-Lawrence Municipal)
    19 min drive

Room options

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Bathroom

Cozy on Campus! Keep it simple at this centrally-located place on the KU Campus.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (1)
The price is AU$893
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Cozy on Campus! Keep it simple at this centrally-located place on the KU Campus.

About the area

Lawrence

Located in Lawrence, this vacation home is on a river, a 4-minute drive from Haskell Indian Nations University and 6 minutes from University of Kansas. .This vacation home is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Lied Center of Kansas and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics.
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What's nearby

  • Haskell Indian Nations University - 4 min drive
  • University of Kansas - 6 min drive
  • Lied Center of Kansas - 8 min drive
  • Allen Fieldhouse - 8 min drive
  • Theatre Lawrence - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 14 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 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.

3BR/2BA Charming Home on Kansas’ Second Oldest Homestead

Come unwind in the second oldest homestead in KS, homesteaded in 1854. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the country, while still on the edge of bustling Lawrence. This home sits bordering the Wakarusa River and is walking distance to the Baker Wetlands. You’ll find the built in 1878 home fully furnished and newly renovated, perfect for larger groups all the way down to a solo traveler. Our homes main level features a bedroom with a full size bed, and a full bathroom with a walk in shower, as well as a washer and dryer for guest use. There are two additional bedrooms each with a king size bed, a full bathroom with a walk in shower as well as a soaking tub, and an office space on the upstairs level. The office also has a queen size air mattress that can be ready for guest use if requested. The front porch features two rocking chairs perfect to take in the tranquility of country living, as well as a table with two benches. The back patio features a table and four chairs along with string lighting for the perfect ambiance. We also have a wood fire pit available as well. If you’re more interested in exploring all Lawrence has to offer, there’s plenty to do nearby!

Just a couple minutes off K10 this 2 story home sits off a paved road in a quiet area, minutes from the bustle of Lawrence. There’s endless activities to do nearby!

Baker Wetlands - Walking Distance
Target/Walmart- 2 Miles
Scenic Wells Overlook- 2.2 Miles
Clinton Lake - 7.4 Miles
University of Kansas- 4.5 Miles
Allen Fieldhouse- 4.5 Miles
Downtown Lawrence/Mass St- 5 Miles
Rock Chalk Park- 9 Miles
Youth Sports Complex- 4.8 Miles
Baldwin City/Baker University- 12 miles
Kansas City MCI Airport- 56 Miles

Guests have access to the main and upstairs level of the home via an automated lock at the back of the home. Access to basement and upstairs back porch is locked for storage purposes.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a desk.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Danielle Flory

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1900 sq ft (176.5 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

3BR/2BA Charming Home on Kansas’ Second Oldest Homestead Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brock J., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Country Retreat
Summary: I wish we had more time to be at the house. It was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Weekend
We arrived on Tuesday night and stayed through Sunday late afternoon. We had Thanksgiving dinner at the property with 7 adults and everything we needed was available. The kitchen is well stocked with cooking utensils pots, pans, dishes, silverware, etc. The stove, oven and microwave are all in great condition and made the meal prep a breeze. The dining room is a great size and has plenty of table space and chairs for up to 8 people. The beds are memory foam and comfortable. The house was extremely clean with plenty of towels etc. While we were there it snowed pretty heavily and the owners came by without disruption and put salt on the walking paths for safety which was nice. The grounds of the home are well maintained and very cool, its like staying on an old farm. Our flight back home on Sunday kept getting pushed back, I asked the home owner Dani if it would be okay to stay past the normal 10am check out and how much it would be to do that if possible and she was so nice. She said since there was nobody coming in that day we could stay as long as necessary at no charge. I really appreciated her hospitality, it made our departure so much better! We really enjoyed our stay and will come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for visiting KU
We loved this house. Perfectly clean, charming and comfortable. Hope to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Visit
We had a great time at the homestead! We loved that we were very close to downtown Lawrence, but could also experience some quiet downtime on the lovely front porch. The coffee set up was really cute and the home had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lawrence Country House
The beds were very comfortable, would have preferred a Barbeque grill instead of a smoker, managers responded very quickly with answers to our questions, high marks for the coffee/tea area off the kitchen, and a great place to be if you want to be in the country but close to town. We have stayed in a lot of VRBO houses and we give it an A++.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

K. Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing country home, just minutes from everything. Gotta see this rare find!!
The Meairs’ 2-story, newly renovated heritage home was perfect! Absolutely fabulous hosts with lightning response time to messages. The upstairs bathroom was HUGE and WAYYY better than any hotel accommodation! The large shower was a highlight and the soak tub was appreciated by our sore players. Coffee bar was amazing with a selection of several coffees to brew in the Ninja coffeemaker. There were lots of spices and a full kitchen wonderfully outfitted for cooking and enjoying our meals. We got permission to host the rest of our volleyball team a few hours during our long break and enjoyed both inside gaming on the huge smart TV and playing in the huge yard outside! We sat, talked, and enjoyed both the front porch and back patio areas. Air mattress was perfect in the upstairs office (which counted as one of the beds on the listing. Bunk beds would fit great in that room, actually.) Towels were plenty and plush and the mattresses and linens were all high quality. No one had any complaints! Attention was given to signage, labeling and just every small detail! Well water was nicely treated, and but Again there was no locks on the (only downstairs) bedroom. This home has no en-suite bathrooms. Downstairs bathroom (shower only) is in the enclosed back porch, but is nicely climate controlled. Considering all, including the easy 5-8 minute access to Walmart and many in-town amenities and restaurants, we will definitely wanna stay here again next year for our tournament.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great retreat
A family get together for a couple of days. The property is easy to find. It was interesting to find out about this historic property. The house was renovated and yet they kept the old farmhouse flavor! Enjoyed sitting on the wide front porch. Close to Lawrence so it was easy to find places to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!
It is clean, quiet, comfortable. The beds very comfortable. Black out curtains made for lovely late sleep in the mornings. Can’t praise this place enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
The place is great. Plenty of room, nice and quiet, and beautiful land. It was an excellent house for us to rent with our friends as we dropped our sons off at college. We will try and stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
This property is beautiful and had everything we needed for our family. We especially loved the extra touches, such as the coffee bar set up. We loved sitting in the front porch in the morning. The bedrooms were spacious with comfortable beds. The location was perfect since it was within a few minutes of our college daughter’s apartment but away from the business of town.Thank you so much. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historical home very convenient to the town of Lawrence.
Wonderful accommodations. House is 140+ years old and charming. Beautiful large front porch to sit and drink your coffee in the mornings. Walking distance to Baker Wetlands. House is within a minute’s drive to Lawrence so it is very convenient but feels like you are in the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024