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Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!

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A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, leather sofas, and a black recliner.
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a black leather sofa, a black leather armchair, and a coffee table. There are framed pictures on the wall and a shelf with decorative items.
A well-maintained lawn with a concrete pathway leading to a building with a white exterior and an American flag.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a decorative tray. A small cabinet and a lamp are visible in the background.
A single-story building with a gabled roof, a flagpole with an American flag, and exterior lighting.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Shelton, NE
  • Place, War Axe State Recreation Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Platte River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Windmill State Recreation Area
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!

Come relax in the country! The apartment is located inside a newly constructed shed/barn. It has one bedroom, one bathroom (shower only, no bathtub), and a spacious living room and kitchen with all appliances except a dishwasher. We do have a very friendly farm dog on the property, so please take note if this will be an issue for you.

Crane season - perfect location! We typically book very early out for crane season. There is private access to the Platte River which is the perfect setting for bird watching (might be off-limits during hunting season - Fall/Winter - Please contact to check), especially cranes during crane season! The owner will also help you set up on the Platte River for private bird watching during crane season. A private pond is located in the pasture right outside of the barn for fishing and quiet nights relaxing. Our pasture and cornfields are typically filled with cranes during the season. We are conveniently located to the south of Shelton, Nebraska off of Interstate 80. We are within 10-15 minutes of two crane viewing spots - Rowe Santuary and the Crane Trust Nature Center. You will have unlimited access to the Platte River for optimal crane viewing all season long!

Pets are welcome to stay for a $25 fee.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2145943
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Shelton

Located in Shelton, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Great Platte River Road Archway and The Frank House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Big Apple Fun Center and Trails and Rails Museum. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks and birdwatching.
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Shelton, NE

What's nearby

  • War Axe State Recreation Area - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Platte River - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Windmill State Recreation Area - 4 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Fort Kearny State Recreation Area - 11 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Great Platte River Road Archway - 13 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Railside Highway Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rise & Grind - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The American Legion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kokoriko - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pistoleros Bar & Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! on Nov 1, 2026 start from $144, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Platte River and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from War Axe State Recreation Area. Windmill State Recreation Area is 10 mi (16.1 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Alie Kropp

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What makes this property unique

Rowe Sanctuary is within a 10-minute drive.
Crane Trust Nature Center is within a 15-minute drive.

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