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8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
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 queen size bed, and a full bathroom with a walk in shower, as well as a washer and dryer for guest use. There are three additional bedrooms upstairs, two with a king size bed, and one with a full size bed. The upstairs also has a full bathroom with heated flooring, a walk in shower as well as a soaking tub, and an office space found in bedroom 4. 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.
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.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Kansas
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Every aspect of our stay was amazing! The location was perfect - the quiet of the country with Lawrence shopping 5 minutes away. The grounds were beautifully maintained & access to the property couldn't have been easier. Upon entry it was immediately clear that this home was very thoughtfully updated while staying in keeping with the incredible history of the property. While every room was charming, my favorite was the primary bathroom on the second floor. The tub was beautiful but as a shower person I loved the very attractive & comfortable shower. The smart mirror, excellent ventilation & floors were much appreciated! Other rooms in the house were appreciated too. The 4 bedrooms were perfect for our party of 7. Having one bedroom on the first floor was critical to accommodate our 92 year old guest! The kitchen and coffee bar were well planned and enjoyed by all and the large TV with WiFi in the living room was perfect for watching FIFA soccer together. Personally I loved all of the outdoor spaces especially the very large front porch. It was in keeping with the historical charm of the home and was large enough for all 7 of us to enjoy lunch together when it was raining on the 4th. Also a great lookout to search for cats which our family of cat lovers thoroughly enjoyed! Very fun times in a beautiful historic home! The service provided by Dani was fantastic which made our stay even more enjoyable! Thank you Dani!! This will certainly be our new "go to". A perfect "10".
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
outside of town but 4 minutes from Walmart was convenient
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Beautiful home great stay
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
This is a great VRBO property. The owners have smartly modernized it without compromising any of its significant, historical charm. An example: each bedroom has plenty of power outlets for charging devices. The kitchen is modern, with a great coffee bar in the adjacent pantry. The homestead is clean and has plenty of room. Three of the bedrooms have east-facing windows but the curtains effectively block the rising sun.As advertised, the property is just minutes to Mass Street and to campus. It may seem far from town when looking at a map, but it's not. The property is peaceful and quiet. The Baker Wetlands are a 3-minute drive away, so walkers and runners have a nice place to visit nearby. The owners are responsive and provide easy directions for checking in and out. The wi-fi works, as does all the technology. This is a great place for a weekend visit to KU and Lawrence.
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(33 Ratings)
"Every aspect of our stay was amazing! The location was perfect - the quiet of the country with Lawrence shopping 5 minutes away. The grounds were beautifully maintained & access to the property could..."
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