Relaxing Country Hideaway on the Edge of Lawrence - Minutes to Mass Street!

Lawrence, Kansas
$289 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

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.

Read More Expand
  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1900 Sq Ft (177 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Baby Monitor Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    4 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Robyne

    Submitted May 12, 2026

    Stayed May 6, 2026

    outside of town but 4 minutes from Walmart was convenient

  • Crystal

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 28, 2024

    It was the cutest farmhouse! The host was extremely communicative and responsive. My friends and I had an amazing stay! Thanks so much!

  • Jason W.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 27, 2026

    Beautiful home great stay

  • Matt F.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2026

    Stayed Feb 6, 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.

  • Thomas J.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    Excellent communication. Charming location

  • Suzan B.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    The home is very clean and fully equipped with everything anyone would need. We really enjoyed our stay there. Very peaceful! So close to Lawrence for restaurants, shopping and entertainment.

  • Tim H.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Amazing location

  • Aline C.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    Our stay was fantastic. The property was beautiful and peaceful. The house is amazing and they’ve done an excellent job with their remodel. The stove broke while we were there and they had a new one in place in less than two hours. Great host fantastic place. Thank you so so much.

  • Andrea S.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    The was a cute home and a perfect location for visiting KU.

  • Pam K.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    We had a wonderful time at this lovely historic home in a peaceful country setting, but also close to town. So beautifully decorated with attention to every detail: comfortable beds, charming accents, and everything was immaculately clean. The hosts were responsive and helpful. I hope to stay here again!

  • maria m.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 2, 2025

    Quiet location with plenty of room to spread out. Comfortable beds. Kitchen well supplied with dishes/utensils/pots/pans. Good family space in living room and dining room.

  • Stana E.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 20, 2025

    I can’t say enough great things about this wonderful farmhouse and what a great location it was for our reunion of college friends! The house has been so tastefully renovated and decorated. It was so fun for us to spend time together around the large dining room table (something not always available at short-term rentals) and comfortable living room. The outdoor spaces are charming, but unfortunately, the weather was so hot we didn’t sit out very much. Maybe next time! Dani was immediately responsive and helpful - both before and during our stay. These are great property owners who have beautifully restored a little piece of Kansas history. We hope to stay there again!

  • Andrea B.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2025

    Stayed Jun 10, 2025

    Beautiful and quiet. Home has so much character and beautiful outdoor spaces to have wine and talk

  • Robyn B.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    This was our second visit to the farm house and it again was a great experience. It’s a beautiful and peaceful place for a family getaway. It’s so close to everything but in a quiet setting. They have thought of every detail.

  • Kelly L.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    This was such a great spot - barely outside the south end of town but feeling like you are in the country. House was very well appointed, spacious, with a very updated feel. I would definitely stay there again!

  • Ashley K.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Apr 4, 2025

    This is such an adorable house and great place to stay. Host is quick to respond and eager to make your stay seamless. House is very clean and stocked with all the essentials plus many more things. We loved the coffee bar. Quiet surroundings allowing us to escape the college crowd but still be close to visit campus. Would love to stay here again.

  • Angie B.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    Our first stay and can't wait to come back!

  • Brock J.

    Submitted Dec 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 14, 2024

    Summary: I wish we had more time to be at the house. It was fantastic!

  • Cathy B.

    Submitted Dec 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    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.

  • Mike O.

    Submitted Nov 26, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    We loved this house. Perfectly clean, charming and comfortable. Hope to stay again.

  • Ashley G.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    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.

  • David K.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 23, 2024

    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++.

  • K. Paul G.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    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.

  • Deb K.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2024

    Stayed Oct 7, 2024

    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

  • Susan G.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 3, 2024

    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.

Your dates are Available!

Total

Includes taxes and fees
$289+
View details