The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends
Welcome to The Gathering House — a charming and secluded 2-bedroom, 1-bath home just outside of Manhattan, Kansas. Perfectly situated on approximately one acre, this peaceful getaway is surrounded by beautiful gardens and mature landscaping, offering the feel of a private retreat while still being minutes from either side of town.
You’ll love the screened-in porch for morning coffee or evening drinks, and the beautifully landscaped yard provides a quiet space to relax after a busy day.
Home Highlights: +2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom +Sleeps up to 6 guests comfortably +Fast Wi-Fi and Smart TV +Fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, and central heating & A/C +Quiet, private setting with plenty of outdoor space +Pet friendly with a required $50 flat rate pet fee. Note: the fireplace is not available for guests to use for safety and liability reasons.
Sleeping Arrangements: Primary Bedroom: Queen bed with closet and dresser Second Bedroom: Queen bed with closet Living Space: Queen futon for extra guests
Bathroom: One full bath with tub/shower combo
Location: +Just north of K-State’s sports complexes +Quick, direct drive to both K-State sports parking lots and off-street options — perfect for getting to and from games with ease +Just minutes from Via Christi Hospital
Amenities: +High-speed fiber Wi-Fi + Smart TV. You can log into your Netflix, Disney+ or other subscriptions. +Stocked kitchen with coffee maker, cookware, and dishwasher pods provided +Full-size washer and dryer with laundry pods included +Fresh linens, towels, and basic toiletries +Screened-in porch, patio seating, and landscaped yard. The outdoor space is truly beautiful and a highlight of this property! +Pet friendly. *Must pay $50 flat rate pet fee at booking.
Family amenities: +Infant/toddler booster seat
Book With Us Whether you’re in town for a game day, a weekend getaway, or a longer stay, The Gathering House offers the comfort, privacy, and convenience you’re looking for. Send us your dates and start planning your stay today!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 4677568vb
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
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
Manhattan
Manhattan is home to this holiday home. Mike Goss Tennis Stadium and Liquid Art Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tuttle Creek Recreation Area and Tuttle Creek State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bill Snyder Family Stadium or Bramlage Coliseum. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water tubing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Tuttle Creek Recreation Area - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Flint Hills Discovery Center - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
Fort Riley - 22 min drive - 28.7 km
Getting around
Manhattan, KS (MHK-Manhattan Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
Full Circle Diner - 6 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min drive
Little Caesars Pizza - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends on 1 Aug, 2026 start from S$179, 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 Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Gathering House: Your spot for retreats, reconnection, and Wildcat weekends located?
Situated in Manhattan, this holiday home is steps from Kansas State University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tuttle Creek Recreation Area and Tuttle Creek State Park. Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan and Bill Snyder Family Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house is spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The screened in back porch is extremely inviting and relaxing. We had a great stay. I would highly recommend this property.
Chad G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2025
Thanks Chad! You were great guests. Come back anytime!
The host was great at communicating with me. The home was just what we needed. A little off the beaten path, quiet and cozy, great outdoor space, and comfortable sleeping arrangements. Will stay here again!
The property is well maintained. Very clean and inviting. The host was wonderful to work with. It was an easy check in and out. We even checked in early. We will be staying here again when we are in the area!
Ana the owner was extremely responsive and attended to our every need. We had a great stay and it was perfect for our family. It is an adorable house with lots of space for everyone to spread out. We loved having tons of extra towels and a darling sun porch to sit out and look at the beautiful backyard and enjoy the weather. Location was awesome. Would highly recommend and will definitely stay there again.
The house was exactly as pictured, but seems more spacious in person. Everything was exceptionally clean, and we absolutely loved the back yard. Easy to find with a fabulous “country feel” but less than 10 minutes from anywhere we wanted to go!My only comment, this isn’t negative because it has never crossed my mind before now, was we had no idea where to go when the tornado sirens went off. I wish there had been something in the book to give us an idea of what to do. The house looks like it had a basement, but no way to access it. Would definitely stay again, and have already recommended to several friends who have kids at K State.
The house was great! Great location close to campus. Clean and stocked with everything we needed. Great communication with the owner and let us check in a little early. Loved that we were able to bring our furry friends along. The only complaint I could make was the mosquitos in the yard were terrible so if you want to enjoy the beautiful yard or have animals coming along, pack bug spray. Thanks for the stay!
Erica N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay with us! You were great guests. See you next time!
Anna communicated very rapid with answers to my questions. The home is very nice. Lots of space. It would of been nice to have another bathroom. Perhaps that is in their future plans for on sweet since they have a great location for one. The backyard is great for sitting and relaxing. Location is out of town but still is very drivable to locations in Manhattan with no issues.
Karen C.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
About the host
Hosted by Anna McAsey
Premier Host
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