Carthage, Missouri
"Thirties" is a charming 600 sq ft studio apartment on the lower level of Stirling Cottage - perfect for a casual weekend or for longer term lodging (which comes with a significant discount.) Thirties features a hand-built (sorry, non-working) massive stone fireplace, a fully equipped 1930's - style kitchen, and unique bathroom. The main room has a daybed that sleeps two, with an art screen that separates it from the "bedroom" with twin beds. (Ample floor space would allow 2 extra guests on air mattresses - extra charge of $20/person/night.) An inside stairway connects Thirties to Stirling, - together, they can sleep up to 22 people. Or the stairway door can be locked on both sides for guest privacy.
Situated on 60 beautiful, peaceful acres, we are a working farm with a "laughing creek" bordering the west edge of the property. Stroll the property, lounge in the hammock with one of the affectionate cats, listen to the birds, have morning coffee leisurely at the table under the trees,
and take a journey back to a simpler time with the vintage ambiance of this lodging.
PLEASE NOTE: I cannot accommodate animals inside the apartment because so many of my guests have allergies.
To add to the beauty and peace of Thirties, I am now able to offer the skills of an experienced massage therapist, who brings her table and supplies to the property. One recent guest who has experienced professional massage therapy in her world-wide travels, said, "Elise gave me the best massage I have ever had!" (Advanced notice necessary-payment made directly to Elise.)
There are also two excellent caterers within 5 miles of the Cottage. Please let me know if you want contact information for any of them.
Nobody was there to meet us and we never got any check in information. We waited over an hour for someone to show up after several calls to her. The last night of our stay the people above us were very loud until 2 am.
We were gone during the day but really enjoyed the outdoor space when we returned late afternoon. The house was well suited for our large group.
Hosts are more them friendly and welcoming. The place is amazing and clean. I can not thank them enough for the stay. Loved the location as farms are around and makes for great scenery.
What a great place to stay. Very tranquil. The host are the best! I love this farm.
Every part of our stay at Merre's property was lovely. Very clean and well cared for, as well as special attention to details. While they location was out of the city (which we wanted) it also was only a 15 minute drive to major stores. The chickens and cats were cute and the walks around the farm and creek were wonderful. We hope to convince our extended family to come with us another time. Thank you, Merre!
Loved it
cute, full of activities, lots of trinkets to put away for little ones .loved the farm
Merry was a delightful host and the accommodations were great. We’re definitely going back.
If you are looking for a great experience on a cattle/chicken/cat farm in the southern-mid US that is kid-friendly this is your place! I am an Agriculture Education Instructor and FFA Advisor from Ohio who took two of my three sons to Merre’s farm for a quick night’s stay in “Our element” before a college visit to Oklahoma State University- the first thing we did (as it was almost dusk) was hike into the pasture of Santa Gertrudis cattle - we raise angus crossbreds amd crossbred hogs - many of which we utilize for show stock - the experience WE had was being around an atypical species for us but the herd quickly found us as their own and followed us back up toward the barn ? Point being this is a well kept heard that many can experience as non-herdsmen! Great place to “get ur country on” just say “Cow’s C’mon!” ? Well recommended!
We were looking for a place for my family to host a celebration of life and this was exactly what we needed. Great outdoor space with bonfire. Perfect for walks and connecting with nature. Home was an adorable country farmhouse that took us back to a simpler time. Plenty of space for everyone to mingle or have moments alone.