10/10 Excellent
Dan C.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend
Dan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Entire home
The Heart of the City
Riverside holiday home with kitchenette and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Lawrence Arts Center
- Place, University of Kansas
- Place, Allen Fieldhouse
- Airport, Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchenette
Balcony
About this property
The Heart of the City
The Heart of the City is a sunny, private 2nd story suite in an historic home. A large balcony for lounging & comfortable living space with TV/WiFi and kitchenette welcome you. A high-ceilinged bedroom with king size Tempurpedic mattress with Euro-style hypo-allergenic coverings and black-out curtains encourage great sleep. Enjoy a spacious bathroom with over-sized shower with massage head, and deep, over-sized sink. Located just two blocks from Massachusetts street in the heart of the city.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Parking available
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House Rules
Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lawrence
Located on a river, this holiday home is in East Lawrence, a neighbourhood in Lawrence. Orchards Corners and Park Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Baker Wetlands and Conrad & Viola McGrew Nature Preserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium or Allen Fieldhouse. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like birdwatching.
Lawrence, KS
What's nearby
- Lawrence Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- University of Kansas - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Allen Fieldhouse - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Haskell Indian Nations University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- Lied Center of Kansas - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Louise's Bar Downtown - 4 min walk
- Red Lyon Tavern - 3 min walk
- The Roost - 5 min walk
- The Mad Greek - 5 min walk
- The Bourgeois Pig - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Julie I.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little gem in Lawrence
Julie I.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Briddy S.
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable
Briddy S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C.
2 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place and great location!
Wendy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Theresa
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Theresa
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joe G.
5 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Joe G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stacie A.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Stacie A.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janice B.
11 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely apartment
Janice B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Patrick K.
13 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Near everything off Mass St.
Patrick K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracy
9 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Tracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Troy W.
24 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Troy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Liane C.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Downtown Apartment
Liane C.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Timothy H.
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as expected from the pictures online. Perfect for what I needed for my stay
Timothy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Suzi P., Dallas
25 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
Suzi P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Peter
12 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peter
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Marc K.
27 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice
Marc K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
23 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Katie M.
25 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures Don’t Do It Justice
Katie M.
10/10 Excellent
Jason H.
23 Apr 2019
Mom’s weekend
Jason H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Shelley J.
1 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelley J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
About the host
Hosted by Maureen Carroll
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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