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Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika

Holiday home in Goddard with kitchen and fireplace

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Main Living Room
Kitchen (1)
Kitchen (2)
Welcome!
Formal Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 1210000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Goddard, KS
  • Place, Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Towne West Square
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Newman University
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wichita, KS (ICT-Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

+4
1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

10 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika

Escape to Hawkins Estate, a secluded wildlife retreat designed for discerning travelers seeking an unforgettable getaway. This stunning 10,000 square foot estate features 5 bedrooms, 8 beds, and 10 bathrooms, offering ample space and unmatched comfort for your family or group. Imagine waking up and enjoying your morning coffee on the back deck as you watch cheetahs roam in their breeding complex—a once-in-a-lifetime experience.


The Space
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Room for 12 guests in spacious accommodations

5 spacious bedrooms with plush bedding

10 modern bathrooms stocked with premium toiletries

Living Spaces
Expansive living room with Smart TVs and high-speed WiFi

Fully equipped kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances

Formal dining room perfect for family meals and celebrations

Laundry room with washer and dryer for your convenience

Outdoor Amenities
Back deck overlooking the Cheetah Breeding Complex!

Private tennis court for a friendly match or serious practice

Seasonal pool to cool off during warm days

Extras
The best part of staying at the Hawkins Estate is being first in line to take advantage of all that Tanganyika Wildlife Park has to offer! Our dedicated concierge can create a personalized package that includes tickets to the wildlife park, exclusive animal encounters, and VIP experiences only available to Hawkins Estate guests.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Goddard

Goddard is home to this holiday home. Sedgwick County Park and Andale City Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Exploration Place and Sedgwick County Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at INTRUST Bank Arena or Equity Bank Park.
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Goddard, KS

What's nearby

  • Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa - 9 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Towne West Square - 10 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Eberly Farm - 10 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Newman University - 11 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Friends University - 13 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika on 7 Jul 2026 start from £790, 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.

What time is check-in at Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika located?

Situated in Goddard, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital, Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa and Eberly Farm. Colwich Community Library and Towne West Square are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacque C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Great house and property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home

This house is a must if you’re staying in Wichita. It is stunning. Large enough and spread out for families, gorgeous view with swimming pool. It was clean and had so many fun features.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2025
Wonderful people!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Gathering

Unique property with lots of space to accomodate and entertain family and friends. Unfortunatly our trip was for a funeral but the home was perfect for a large gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wildlife Wonders

This beautiful, spacious property nestled within the Tanganyika Wildlife Park makes for a truly unique experience. The views of the Park’s cheetahs from the windows and the yard (from a protected and safe distance) were spectacular The property easily accommodated 11 people on three levels, and the swimming pool (with diving board) was dreamy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10 out of 10

My son in law said this house was 10 out of 10. It was perfect for our family vacation. Everyone had plenty of room, the house is amazing. The pool was used all day everyday! And when they say you can see the cheetahs from your room...they are not kidding. They are right there and so amazing. We loved our time there and the grandkids didn't want to leave...no one did!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

I booked the estate for my family to stay while attending my son's wedding. It was just as presented on the booking site. Check in was easy and Matt was great to work with. We have already talked about booking another weekend just to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawkins Estate

Overall we enjoyed the house and our weekend stay. There were a few problems that arose, but ultimately the property manager worked to make them right. The house itself is beautiful and has lots of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A luxurious and unique stay!

We stayed at this house in Oct of 2021 and had a fabulous time! The check-in process was easy, as one of the owners met us at the gate and gave us a tour of the house when we arrived. Everything was perfectly clean and beautiful. There is a private full bathroom in every bedroom, making it perfect for something like a multi-family stay or a wedding where several people can sleep and live comfortably. The back porch provided a beautiful place to sit and visit with friends at night. There's also a cheetah enclosure behind the house (at a very safe distance) where you can see them walking around. Please PLEASE go to Tanganyika Wildlife Park while you are visiting! It's an incredible experience where you get to interact with several of the animals. They do great work for wildlife conservation and it shows in the animals and the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Wedding weekend

Stiff price. But lots of space, well stocked kitchen and house. Great for entertaining. Beautiful grounds next to wildlife park. Check in/out, communication with host before and during stay - not good. Only stayed there due to event at park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very very cool!!!

This is the best place I’ve ever stayed, and we have traveled a lot the last 20 years. You’ve got a fabulous big-big house, with swimming pool and pickleball court, and did I say cheetahs behind the house? We were a 2 minute walk to the splash park, jungle gym(for our 4 year old grandson) and a world class Wildlife park with many individual encounters with the animals. We spent most of our time in the pool or the wildlife park, but Wichita has a lot to offer too. Too much fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

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