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The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres!

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A two-story house with a covered front porch and a small staircase leading to the entrance.
A rural landscape with a dirt road leading to a row of houses, a small body of water, and open fields.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Your cosy retreat
    Guests love the top-rated, comfortable rooms for a restful stay.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sterling, NE
  • Place, Johnson County Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Tecumseh City Library
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, WarHorse Casino Lincoln
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres!

Welcome to the FarmHouse! This unique country getaway offers the peace and quiet that you need from todays busy world! This home has been in our family for nearly 100 years. Wood floors, beams, woodwork, and more will take you back in time. Fully stocked with ceiling fans in every room, a smart tv, and a grill & gas stove. Over 40 acres in total with a stocked fishing pond with Crappie, Perch, Bass, & more! Camper pads available for an extra fee. This is truly a place to relax with nature.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please do not move or rearrange the furniture.
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No more than 20 Crappie per stay per party, and they must all be under 14". No more than 12 bluegill kept and all must be under 10". Limit 5 catfish.
Limit to 5 catfish per party per stay.  Do not keep ANY Bass, Perch, or Walleye.
DO not set the thermostats below 70 degrees or above 78 at any point during your stay. Moving or rearranging furniture is not permitted.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3288862vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
Note from host: Please do not move or rearrange the furniture.
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sterling

Located in Sterling, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tecumseh City Park and Rockford Lake State Recreation Area.
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Sterling, NE

What's nearby

  • Johnson County Museum - 20 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Tecumseh City Park - 21 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Tecumseh City Library - 21 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center - 45 min drive - 90.4 km
  • WarHorse Casino Lincoln - 46 min drive - 85.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! ?

As of 25 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! on 22 Mar, 2027 start from S$958, 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.

How much is parking at The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Farmhouse - A True Country getaway on 40 acres! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Johnson County Hospital, Tecumseh City Library and Tecumseh City Park. Johnson County Museum and Rockford Lake State Recreation Area are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

experience life in a Nebraska farmhouse

Clean and comfortable. Beautiful views of a working Nebraska farm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2023
Thank you Carol, we were so glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for taking such great care of our family farm.
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Awesome time of pure quiet.

Great place to get away from the city and unwind. House is much larger than it looks on the outside. Plenty of room to truly have some quiet time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Great Family Fun

Clean friendly amity. Kids had fun swimming, fishing, and just being out side having watergun fight, and flying kites. It was really relaxing and beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2024
thanks so much Jessica! We really appreciate your kindness and the way you left our property. You guys are welcome back anytime!

About the host

Hosted by BJ Burrows

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Why they chose this property

40 acres of property in total. Fully Stocked fishing pond can be fished with limits in place. Perch, Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, & Catfish. Total of 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, each with a shower, and 1 with a tub. Large DR table for gathering. 3 camper pads with two hookups (extra fee) for campers. The sheds pictured are not part of the listing. Gas grill and firepit is available. The pond does have a beach area.
Please refer to the house manual for specific details on the house and grounds.

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