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Beautiful views, secluded location, close to town

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Exterior
Upper level living/dining room
Front entry - Welcome!
Exterior
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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

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Lawrence, KS
  • Popular LocationClinton Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationRock Chalk Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Kansas16 min drive
  • AirportTopeka, KS (TOP-Philip Billard Municipal)28 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful views, secluded location, close to town

A modern architectural gem with industrial design. Located in West Lawrence minutes from Rock Chalk Park, Clinton Lake, and downtown Lawrence. Space for your group with kitchen/living room areas on both levels. Sleeps nine, up to 12 with pull-out twin and queen beds.

The house sits on the crest of a hill and is aptly called "the Vista" due to the views in all directions. Experience the sights and sounds of the country, including nearby wildlife: coyotes, cows, roosters and more.

This is a rural property with a farmland feeling. There are two adjoining neighbors with acreage on either side. One neighbor is a large house in the distance. The neighbor on the other side is nearer and has some farm animals including dogs, chickens and a rooster. You may go to sleep to the sounds of coyotes and toads and awake to deer in the front yard and roosters crowing.

Please note that when hiking on the property you may encounter snakes and bugs. Because the Vista is outside city limits, it is dark at night. Flashlights are available throughout the house.

The Vista offers the following:
- modern design with steel roof and exposed steel ceiling
- polished concrete radiant-heated floors
- zoned geothermal heating
- spiral staircase connecting the upper and lower levels
-High ceilings with abundant windows
- deck, patio, and ample windows for taking in all the views

Facilities include
- two open-plan kitchen/living rooms, one on each floor
- full kitchen upstairs, lower level kitchen with toaster oven/air fryer, microwave, hotplate and full refrigerator and dishwasher..
- four bedrooms total, two with king beds, one with queen bed, and one with a twin-over-full bunk bed and a fold-out twin
- Jack-and-Jill-stye bathrooms on both levels: four half baths (two on each level) and a dual head shower/jetted tub (upper level) and dual head shower (lower level)
- two laundry rooms with Bosch washer/dryer combo, one on each level
- south-facing deck on the upper level with lake and sunset views.
- south-facing patio on lower level with lake and sunset views. Includes solo fire pit.
- shaded west deck for dining or relaxing with table seats 6.
- Fire pit (Solo brand)
- Weber Grill (charcoal)

- five acres with a walkable path around the perimeter of the property.
- lake and farmland views; wildlife sights and sounds
- ceiling fans in all bedrooms and in living rooms

This property sits at the crest of a hill that is accessed by a gravel road for the last one and a half miles. Five acres and just a couple of neighbors on adjoining acreages.
Location distances to Lawrence area highlights:
- 6.3 miles Rock Chalk Park/ Sports Pavillion
- 1.7 miles to Clinton Lake - Coon Creek Boat ramp
- 10.3 miles to David Booth Memorial KU Stadium
- 10.1 miles to Mass ave. - Downtown lawrence
- 6.7 miles to Starbucks
- 9.4 miles to KU campus
- 6.3 miles to Walmart

There are 4 outdoor-only security cameras monitoring the house for security purposes only.

Property manager

Darrell Dean
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 in Lawrence, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Clinton State Park and Perry State Park, while Lied Center of Kansas and The University Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at University of Kansas Memorial Stadium or Allen Fieldhouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Lawrence, KS

What's nearby

  • Clinton Lake - 1 min walk
  • Rock Chalk Park - 12 min drive
  • University of Kansas - 16 min drive
  • Lied Center of Kansas - 17 min drive
  • Allen Fieldhouse - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 18 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Casey's General Store - 15 min drive
  • Starbucks - 12 min drive
  • Johnny's Tavern West - 12 min drive
  • Salty Iguana Mexican Restaurant - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful views, secluded location, close to town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful views, secluded location, close to town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful views, secluded location, close to town?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful views, secluded location, close to town located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Clinton Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Clinton State Park and Rock Chalk Park. Indoor Aquatic Center and University of Kansas are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunflower Showdown Weekend
We rented the property to visit our daughter at KU and to celebrate Thanksgiving early with my wife’s family. Other than K-State getting the victory- we had a great time and enjoyed being together at this beautiful property. We highly recommend- it is well maintained and was as advertised. We would certainly rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian F., Maplewood, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jayhawk Sports Weekend
We have a group of friends that graduated together from KU, and we get together every few years. This year, 8 of us came to Lawrence for a BBall Game and a FBall Game. The house 20 minutes west of the University was very comfortable and convenient for us. Everything was organized and provided to make our stay enjoyable. The beds were all comfy. There was plenty of seating indoors for us to socialize. The outdoor patio and decks with beautiful views of the lake and prairie are a special treat with a fire pit and plenty of seats for lounging. Darrell and Maria were accessible and gracious the entire time. We would definitley return to their house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preston M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Football Weekend at an Outstanding Home!
My adult sons and one adult grandson and I came to Lawrence from Georgia for a football game. This home was one of the highlights of our long weekend stay. Everything at the home was as stated/written. Upstairs and downstairs were really like two homes in one. Two bedrooms each, bathrooms, full kitchens and comfortable dens. Well stocked and clear directions. The isolation of the property was ideal. No loud traffic or neighbors. A short drive to a shopping area with restaurants, pharmacy, Walmart other services. In and out of Lawrence and KU quickly. The back decks and porches lent itself to some of the most spectacular sun sets and rises and a full moon that I can remember. When your overall trip is outstanding and when near the top of the memories is the home you rented, you know the place is special.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyree P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Accommodation!!!
We honestly couldn’t ask for a better experience! The hosts were incredibly caring, attentive and accommodating. Not to mention the location and Vista itself was PERFECT for our family. Thank you both again for sharing your beautiful property with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jalaine MacKinnon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem in the plains of kansas
What a fabulous property, lovely view and awesome hosts! We want to come back! Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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