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"Your Country Home Away from Home"
Vacation home in Marion with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81300 sq ft
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Marion, KS
- Place, Cottonwood Point Public Use Area20 min drive
- Place, Marion Reservoir22 min drive
- Place, Tabor College31 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
"Your Country Home Away from Home"
Experience the country!
If you need a vacation rental house to stay on your travels or a retreat from the stress of life to a quiet, peaceful surrounding, NorthShore GuestHouse is for you. We are in a rural setting with the nearest neighbor one mile away and out of sight. Located less than one mile from the Marion Reservoir, NorthShore GuestHouse provides lodging to only one party at a time, with your friendly hosts next door. Since NorthShore is barely visible from the host house, guest privacy is assured.To enjoy this quiet atmosphere you will have to drive on about three miles of gravel roads.
We are surrounded by Wildlife and Parks property with over 6,000 acres for public use. Hunting, fishing, water sports, bird-watching, hiking, and bicycling are some of the activities you can enjoy in our area. Come on out and enjoy the quiet country landscape on the deck or around the fire ring in the back acreage.
NorthShore GuestHouse is a 1400 square foot, three bedroom bungalow with a deck overlooking the park lands. The residence had central hear and air, a smart TV and DVD player. There is a bright dining room with comfortable seating for six, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and a utility room furnished with a washer and dryer. There are one and one half baths; if there are two or less guest the large bathroom will be made available. There is one king size bed and one queen size bed in two of the bedrooms and two single beds in the third accommodating six people comfortably.
The kitchen has a sunny eastern exposure and is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, coffee and tea, glasses, dishware and cooking utensils. In the back yard there is ample space to set up tents.
An electric hook up for one RV is available which is rented only in conjunction with the house. An outside dog kennel and shelter is provided. Campfires are allowed in the fire ring located in the backyard. A large charcoal grill and lawn chairs are available for your use.
If you need a vacation rental house to stay on your travels or a retreat from the stress of life to a quiet, peaceful surrounding, NorthShore GuestHouse is for you. We are in a rural setting with the nearest neighbor one mile away and out of sight. Located less than one mile from the Marion Reservoir, NorthShore GuestHouse provides lodging to only one party at a time, with your friendly hosts next door. Since NorthShore is barely visible from the host house, guest privacy is assured.To enjoy this quiet atmosphere you will have to drive on about three miles of gravel roads.
We are surrounded by Wildlife and Parks property with over 6,000 acres for public use. Hunting, fishing, water sports, bird-watching, hiking, and bicycling are some of the activities you can enjoy in our area. Come on out and enjoy the quiet country landscape on the deck or around the fire ring in the back acreage.
NorthShore GuestHouse is a 1400 square foot, three bedroom bungalow with a deck overlooking the park lands. The residence had central hear and air, a smart TV and DVD player. There is a bright dining room with comfortable seating for six, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and a utility room furnished with a washer and dryer. There are one and one half baths; if there are two or less guest the large bathroom will be made available. There is one king size bed and one queen size bed in two of the bedrooms and two single beds in the third accommodating six people comfortably.
The kitchen has a sunny eastern exposure and is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, coffee and tea, glasses, dishware and cooking utensils. In the back yard there is ample space to set up tents.
An electric hook up for one RV is available which is rented only in conjunction with the house. An outside dog kennel and shelter is provided. Campfires are allowed in the fire ring located in the backyard. A large charcoal grill and lawn chairs are available for your use.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
$20 per child per night over the age of one
Events
No events allowed
Extra charge for parties
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside.
Important information
You need to know
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: Extra charge for parties
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Marion
Located in Marion, this vacation home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Cottonwood Point Public Use Area and Marion Reservoir can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hillsboro Municipal Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Marion, KS
What's nearby
- Cottonwood Point Public Use Area - 20 min drive - 10.1 km
- Marion Reservoir - 22 min drive - 10.8 km
- Marion Football Stadium - 31 min drive - 22.3 km
- Tabor College - 31 min drive - 27.0 km
- Marion County Lake - 36 min drive - 32.4 km
Restaurants
- Central City - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Aug 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming
Thomas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa
May 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Melissa
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine Z.
Dec 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get-away
Catherine Z.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrea M.
Oct 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Audrea M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tonia E.
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Tonia E.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott U.
Apr 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Scott U.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
lois m.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little peace of Heaven
lois m.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lucas R.
May 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway spot!!
Lucas R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kristen F.
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great simple place
Kristen F.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy V.
Jun 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Little Place
Amy V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karolyn Z., Rich Hill,Missouri
May 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Weekend
Karolyn Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey E.
May 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Haves
Kelsey E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy U.
Nov 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great people
Jeremy U.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Drew T.
Aug 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Drew T.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shannon W.
Nov 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Stay
Shannon W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Norm B., Falmouth, Michigan
Dec 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Norm B.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
Dec 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and Quiet!
Andrew H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tonia E.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet
Tonia E.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janet S.
Oct 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Quiet
Janet S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveler
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela G.
Oct 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall get away
Angela G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Danielle T., Hutchinson, KS
Nov 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute clean quaint getaway!
Danielle T.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Terry G.
Sep 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded area
Terry G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Whitney C.
Sep 16, 2017
A Dark Sky Delight
Whitney C.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
About the host
Hosted by Charlie and Lynn Unruh
Charlie and I, Lynn that is, had always wanted to be in the vacation rental business. We had the opportunity to purchase the only other house on our property and decided it would make a great get away for folks. The two houses are not visible to each other so privacy is assured. We have now been in the business 18 years and still enjoy meeting all the new people.
Why they chose this property
NorthShore GuestHouse was originally moved on to the property by Charlie's brother. He planned on living there but it never worked out for him. It was sold outside the family but now it is back in the family and has morphed into NorthShore GuestHouse.
What makes this property unique
Our nearest neighbor is one mile away. We really enjoy the peace and quiet out here and think you will too. We are also in a recreation area; Marion Reservoir. The lake is beautiful and good for fishing as well.
Pets not allowed at NorthShore. If you have a small dog that doesn't shed we can talk about it. If you have a larger dog we can talk about them can staying in the outdoor kennel.
Pets not allowed at NorthShore. If you have a small dog that doesn't shed we can talk about it. If you have a larger dog we can talk about them can staying in the outdoor kennel.
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