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The historic Mahoney House in Russell is ideal for families and large groups.

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A modern kitchen with a brick wall, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast setup on the counter.
A staircase with a patterned carpet, wooden walls, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden floor, a dark table with a tray of glasses, a candle, and a vase of dried plants.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a brick accent wall, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A kitchen counter with a brick wall, a wooden knife block, a metal grater, a mortar and pestle, and a stainless steel pot.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Russell, KS
  • Place, Fossil Station Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Heym-Oliver House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gernon House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hays, KS (HYS-Hays Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

"Kids' Bunk Room"

3 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

The Equestrian Room

1 King Bed

The Marj Dusay Room

1 King Bed

The Peacock Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Russell

Russell is home to this holiday home. Heym-Oliver House and Gernon House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Aimes Park and Memorial Park.
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Russell, KS

What's nearby

  • Fossil Station Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Heym-Oliver House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gernon House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Russell Regional Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Deines Cultural Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Hays, KS (HYS-Hays Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso Etc - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪San Juan Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The historic Mahoney House in Russell is ideal for families and large groups. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The historic Mahoney House in Russell is ideal for families and large groups.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The historic Mahoney House in Russell is ideal for families and large groups.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The historic Mahoney House in Russell is ideal for families and large groups.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The historic Mahoney House in Russell is ideal for families and large groups. located?

Situated in Russell, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Fossil Station Museum and Heym-Oliver House. Gernon House and Russell Regional Hospital are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful house in Russell. Plenty of room and wonderful amenities. We would definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great place to gather to share memories and make new ones.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time during our stay! Our hosts had everything prepared perfectly! They truly thought of anything you could possibly need especially the kitchen!! Thank you for a great week:)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO we've ever stayed in!

I wish there was a Mahoney house in every town we visit! Everything we thought we needed and more. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
kitchen is amazing! plenty of counter and work space. AND space to move around. also well-stocked for cooking /eating
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

WOW!!! What a home!

The historic Mahoney house was amazing. What a beautiful home that is presented spectacularly by the hosts. Right in the middle of Russel it is a perfect place to stay for a get away! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for our group of seven. Furnishings were an eye-catching mix. Kitchen was well equipped for all kinds of meal prep with a lovely adjacent dining area. Beds were amazingly comfortable. Towels were fluffy and soft. An extra bonus was the tasty quick bread with butter.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stocked kitchen with everything one would need including spices. Great coffee maker. Nice grill in back. Comfortable beds. Quiet neighborhood. Comfortable recliner and leather furniture. Nice big front porch with comfortable patio chairs. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

A true gem

This is the best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in. We will be back! Thank you for your wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

College Friends Gathering

The Mahoney House is beautiful! Everything we used worked well (microwave, grill, stove, oven) and we found everything we needed. The "welcome" pumpkin bread was wonderful - better than cookies! We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent

our experience in the Mahoney house was excellent! A very comfortable and beautiful home! Dustin and Raef were very easy to work with. We had fun exploring Russell and the surrounding towns of Lucas and Wilson.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thanks so much, Kelly. It is our pleasure to host you and your friends. Pleased to hear that you had a great time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

family Christmas gathering

This is an awesome place to stay. They go above and beyond the call of duty. Everything you could possibly need or want is supplied at the house. We have spent the last three Christmas at the home. It is a half way point for my children to meet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2020
Thanks so much, it was our pleasure to host you and we are so pleased you enjoyed your family get together.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could give 10 stars I would. I am so grateful for the exceptional Host Dustin & Raef. They were so welcoming and went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. The special loaf of pumpkin bread left in kitchen along with a special Christmas surprise for the grandchildren. This home has so much charm and character. We found ourselves discovering so many "ooohs & awwws" everywhere in this gorgeous home. Thank you for blessing my family with the perfect Hallmark Thanksgiving /Christmas Holiday. God Bless you. Sharon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing and loaded with everything you would need. Every single kitchen item to personal items you may have forgotten. We had an amazing time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Baxter Family Stay

Excellent property, one of my better VRBO experiences. It’s actually more impressive in person than in the photos, unlike others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean with convenience you can’t get at a hotel

We had a 3 week project and was able to rent for a month so we didn’t have to hassle with packing up on weekends. Owner alerted me on every detail to make sure everything worked smoothly.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

THE place to stay in Russell, KS!!!

Prior to checking in, the communication and info shared from the owners was FANTASTIC! Then, once we got there things got even better!!! The house was beautifully decorated in general, but also specifically for Christmas. The 4 bed/2bath layout was perfect for our group of 4 friends. We spent most of our time in the open kitchen/dining room are but also enjoyed the huge new TV, spacious backyard and the relaxing front porch. 12/10 would definitely stay here again! Thank you Mahoney House!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

This house was amazing! My family and I had a wonderful time visiting other relatives for the weekend and the Mahoney House was a great place to stay. We will definitely stay here again when we are in town and I highly recommend it for anyone planning a stay in Russell. Thanks Dustin and Raef.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent get together spot

We used this spot as a halfway point to meet with friends from Colorado and Missouri. The house was large enough to hold 4 adults and 3 kids very comfortably and the backyard was great for letting the little ones burn off some energy. The bedroom setup worked perfectly, the "big" kids loved the bunk beds and the adults loved the king size beds! The hosts were very informative and helpful before our stay. We stayed during a heat wave in August and we were a little worried about the keeping the house cool enough, but the house stayed at the perfect temperature the whole time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely stay at the Mahoney House if you will be in the Russell area!!

WOW! What a great place to stay with family!! My 2 Cousins and their families stayed here for the Czech Fest in Wilson, KS. The Mahoney House is equipped with all the essentials you can think of and might have forgotten, and the attention to detail is beyond compare! If you need space for a large gathering inside and out this is the place! With having 5 adults and 6 children under 15 we had plenty of room for everyone and for everyone's needs! The kid's bunk room was perfect and the 3 separate king-sized bedrooms were just right for our needs! Dustin went above and beyond when we discovered that we left behind a special knitted blanket that a little one was very attached to. Not only did they find the blanket and worked out arrangements for us to pick it up but they also found a children's book that we left behind. Definitely stay at the Mahoney House if you will be in Russell or the surrounding area, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome house and owner

The owner was super accommodating and had the whole house ready for us. There were no corners cut and it made for a great experience for our group. I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful House

The Mahoney House is beautiful and comfortable. The owners thought of every detail. The pumpkin bread was delicious! My six siblings and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you Raef and Dustin!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This house has everything you need and things you didn't even know you needed!

Our family had an awesome weekend. The family went above and beyond to have the house ready for our Christmas weekend together!.. The house was decorated and the tree was beautiful. We are already planning a time to meet again this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home

We stayed at Mahoney House for a family get together. We have some family in Missouri and Colorado and this was perfect middle ground. My grandmother was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's and traveling is becoming more and more difficult. This home helped us spend quality time together with 4 generations! The town is small but well taken care of and full of history. We enjoyed the Fossil Museum (less than a block away) and the history posts. The drive to Wilson Lake was beautiful! So many fun geocaches within walking distance as well! The bikes in the garage were a huge hit and the neighbors seemed so friendly and waved at the kids as they attempted to use the me-movers. The kitchen was well stocked with seasonings and basics. There were plenty of towels and bedding. And the decor..wow! We felt so at home! It is obvious a lot of time, work and love went into restoring this historic home. I really can't thank you enough for such a wonderful place to come together and spend time with family. We already have plans to come back to this beautiful house in such a great town. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything our family needed

This house has the most complete kitchen I have ever seen. We had 8 people for 9 meals and there was not a single item that we couldn't find. Perfect kitchen and dining room setup to socialize while cooking. Beautiful décor throughout the house. Very comfortable beds and great bathrooms. Schedule your visit early, because when word gets out about this property, it will book up fast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
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