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6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 23
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 23)
Individual
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
+2
6 Twin Beds
Upstairs Bedroom
4 Twin Beds
Upstairs Bedroom
4 Twin Beds
Upstairs Bedroom
3 Twin Beds
Upstairs Bunkroom
2 Twin Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Back Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Main Floor Bathroom
Toilet
Master Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Upstairs Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer
Our home is a large colonial farm home located on five picturesque acres and surrounded by hundreds of acres of farm land. Located 20 miles north of the MCI Airport between Kansas City and St. Joseph, MO, one has access to all the attractions and activities in both cities and everywhere in between.
Absolutely NO parties or events of any sort without prior approval from property owner. Barn is not included in property rental. Weddings at The Journey Home Event Venue cannot be booked via VRBO. Cropland surrounding property does not belong to us, absolutely NO TRESPASSING. A rental agreement is required for all stays and must be signed within 48 hours of booking or reservation will be cancelled.
The home boasts 16 rooms within its spacious 5,000 square feet including: • 6 bedrooms which comfortably sleep 23 people total • a group room • library • dining room • Large kitchen • upstairs gathering room • courtyard • and a screened-in porch
Open acreage between the home and barn, allows your imagination to run wild. The grounds offer a large, level area that is as large as a professional football field. It can accommodate any outdoor event -- from an outdoor picnic to a football game at a family reunion.
With its location being 20 miles north of the Kansas City International Airport it provides the perfect location for out of town guests coming for any occasion.
It is also close to shopping in Weston, Zona Rosa, Atchison, St. Joseph, and is just 45 minutes from the Plaza. For guests who want to explore the area, we provide a list of restaurants and nearby shopping to make a fun experience as convenient as possible. We are close to several state parks, wineries, historical sites, museums, and sports arenas, race tracks, theme parks, and more.
For those who want to make the most of their time at the home, you may also cook your own meals in our gourmet kitchen or hire outside caterers. We have two ovens, two stoves, two refrigerators, a dishwasher, microwave, and ample counter space. We have dishes and silverware you may use as well.
For groups who do not have a specific agenda, we have books, games, and music that guests may borrow to enhance their experience. Free wireless Internet is available as well.
The house comfortably sleeps 23 adults. Our mattresses were custom-made by Hawn Bedding in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Sixteen of the beds are extra-long twins and the remaining four beds are unique bunk beds with attached stairs and plenty of storage. The extra-long twin beds can easily be joined to create a larger sleeping area.
Take in the fresh air and beautiful scenery that surrounds the home. You will find yourself stepping back into a piece of American history during a simpler time filled with sun-brightened days, warm afternoons in the shade, and natural beauty as far as the eye can see. Whatever the season, the home offers a relaxing and rejuvenating environment.
The home offers a warm, safe, beautiful environment where you can relax, get energized, brainstorm, or accomplish whatever you wish. When you reserve the home for the weekend, or the week, your group is the only one in the residence, which gives you complete privacy. However you spend your time, you can be assured that it will be a special personal experience. We believe your experience will be so positive that finding a reason to come back is all you think about as you drive away.
We do have a TV with Roku access so you may login to your subscriptions and a DVD player. **Use of the barn is not included nor is use of the garage.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Owner approval required
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside ONLY in designated areas.
1. A rental agreement is required for all stays and must be signed within 48 hours of booking or reservation will be cancelled.
2. Pets are allowed but must be cleaned up after in the yard, leashed, not be on the beds, and kenneled if left alone in the house.
3. Absolutely NO parties or events of any sort without prior approval from property owners.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 430307
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
Note from host: Owner approval required.
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
Dearborn
Located in Dearborn, this vacation home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Platte Falls Conservation Area and Guy B. Park Conservation Area, while Edgerton City Bandstand and Weston Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding and ice skating.
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Pilot Travel Center - 14 min drive
Taco Bell - 14 min drive
Subway - 8 min drive
On the boat killing the spine! - 10 min drive
Tank'n Tummy - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer?
As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer on May 26, 2026 start from $785, 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 Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Enjoy a Beautiful Colonial Home and All The Kansas City Area Has to Offer located?
Situated in Dearborn, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Camden Point Park, Edgerton City Park, and Edgerton City Bandstand. Jowler Creek Winery and Platte Falls Conservation Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This was the perfect property for our large family’s Christmas gathering. It was nice to have a bed for anyone and a lot of space for the children to run and play. The round tables were perfect from for meals and playing games.
We had an family gathering to celebrate my moms life. The house was perfect for the wide range in ages we had and we had everything we needed. Everyone agreed we should get back together there on a regular basis for family reunions.
So impressed with this home! Great feel, just as described, very comfortable, and excellent communication with the owner! Highly recommend!
Darcy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sherry A.
Jun 24, 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Journey House
The house was nice, the owners are nice. The upkeep on the inside could of been better for the price.
Sherry A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Sherry,
Thank you for posting a review and we’re so sorry to hear that your experience was not of the quality you expected. We have taken your feedback to our staff for improvements. It was great to meet you and many of your guests last week. Wishing you all the best!
This property was perfect for myself and 18 of my book club friends to get away for a weekend. We had individual beds for all (no need to bed share!) and plenty of space to spread out. The screened in porch was perfect for early morning coffee and reading. We will definitely keep this on our radar for next time.
House was absolutely perfect for our Women's weekend!! The house was wonderfully stocked with everything we needed. There was plenty of room to spread out and lots of space to hang out together! Julia was a dream host and was super responsive - within minutes of reaching out, if not instantly. Would absolutely stay here again! Would give a 20-star review if I could!
Twenty-one members of our family came from Oregon, Utah, and Missouri for a family reunion. Besides visiting some Missouri sites, the kids loved playing hide-and-seek and other games inside the house as well as outside in the spacious yard. Even with 21 of us, The Journey Home provided more than enough beds. The cooks loved the 2 stoves and 2 refrigerators. We loved having a washer and dryer as well as a garbage dumpster.
I would highly recommend this property. It's been years since my family has been able to get together, and I was worried about finding a big enough place. This property was perfect for us...plenty of rooms with comfortable beds, huge kitchen, a separate area to eat in/play games, peace and quiet and a responsive host all made for a perfect gathering. We could not be more pleased. We hope to return and make this a biannual family event. Thank you Julia!
ten highschool friends (class of 1964) meet every year at some location chosen by the group. Locations in the past reflect where the friends live and include: Estes Park; Keystone; Mt. Hood, Oregon; Catskill, New York; Millwood Virginia. This year we met in the middle of the country at The Journey Home in Dearborn, Missouri. Delightful accommodations and everyone had a great time.
This was our first visit to The Journey Home. What an amazing place! We are a family group of four generations from 6 to 86 and this house worked great for us. We had plenty of room to play games, cook and eat and all be together. I had a few questions before our weekend and Julia was always right back with an answer. Our weekend was fun, the property was excellent, the rental experience was easy and communication was the best I have ever had on any property. Thank you Julia and The Journey Home for a great family weekend!
Jeff G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Diane M.
Dec 3, 2018
Beautiful property for family time together!
This property offers SO much to a larger family for quality time together! We had our Thanksgiving together there, with great kitchen and dining accommodations. We were 8 adults and 8 children. Indoor spaces to play actively and for game playing. Screened porch, open area for kids soccer game, beautiful view, even after the fall colors had faded! Would love to return in the spring and summer with our full crew, and stay longer! So much to do! Not convenient for shopping, so plan ahead!
Diane M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Thank you so much Diane! We would love to have you and your family stay again!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Curt K.
Nov 26, 2017
Great place for family gathering.
Our family loves to stay a night or two together at times but no one had room for 21 people. This was the perfect spot. Plenty of rooms and baths. Kitchen was well supplied and big enough for several cooks at once. From Make Your Own pizza night to a full Thanksgiving meal the kitchen compensated our needs. The large yard was great for a family football game and lots of other activities on the beautiful 70 degree days. No one wanted it to be over. We will definitely return. Highly recommend it for family gatherings.
Curt K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Thank you for the review. We are so glad you had a wonderful time and would love to have you stay again!
We rented the Journey Home for our family get together after Christmas thru New Years. The house was enormous and just beautiful, with plenty of room for us all to spread out. There even was a lovely Christmas tree lit in the "ballroom" when we arrived! Gorgeous views of the surrounding property from all the windows was outstanding and we enjoyed exploring it all. With the cold weather, the fire pit was a big draw for making s'mores and the fully equipped kitchen made cooking easy.
Julia was excellent and easy to work with and quickly answered all our questions. We would highly recommend this home.
Brett F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
DIANA S.
Aug 6, 2014
Family retreat.
I wanted to say what a wonderful retreat we had at The Journey home. My husband has Alzheimer's and we needed some family time. Part of our family lives in Colorado and this was a great halfway vacation spot. We spent many hours on the porches and enjoyed watching all the kids play. We prepared most of our meals in the huge kitchen and enjoyed the spacious dining area. We saved a lot of money on food. Although we had planned on doing a lot of sightseeing in the near by areas, we couldn't get the family to leave the farm. I have never felt so at peace in my life and wished we had booked for another week. My good husband so enjoyed the time. Thanks for providing a wonder home to share. Ohio family.
DIANA S.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
It was a pleasure meeting your beautiful family! What a joyful time to all come together with loved ones near and far for an extended time of feasting, recreating and just enjoying the peaceful countryside! We are always delighted to host family reunions!
We stayed at the Journey Home with 18 family members ranging in ages from 8 months to 85 years. The property was clean and spacious with many locations both indoors and out to gather. The kitchen was spacious, allowing multiple people to work at the same time. It was also well equipped with 3 different coffee pots, cooking and serving supplies, and a carousel with herbs and spices. The 23 beds were adequate, though not the best mattresses. We were able to put beds together to create king beds for 3 couples. We used the outdoor firepit to make s'mores which was fun. The showers each had a wallsoap/shampoo/conditioner dispenser. The screened porch with ceiling fan also got lots of use. We all enjoyed watching the fireflies each evening. Some of the outdoor furniture needs to be replaced, but they had about 16 folding chairs that we were able to put to good use. We brought lots of outdoor games for the kids, including badminton, ladder ball, a splash pad, bubbles, frisbees, and pinwheels. We would definitely stay here again!
This location was a perfect place to get away with our family. With being located between St Joe and KC we had several options of activities for all ages. The rooms worked perfect for both open areas for the kids to play or an area where there are tables for games. Julia was quick to respond with any questions we had! We loved our time there!
Cheryl K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by Julia Johnson
Why they chose this property
The home is the only one of its kind available for rent for hundreds of miles surrounding the Kansas City area. With its 6 bedrooms which comfortably sleep 23 people, group room, library, dining room, gourmet kitchen, two fireplaces, upstairs gathering room, screened-in porch, courtyard all on one property, this home is the perfect getaway for a larger family or group.
Languages:
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Premier Host
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