The Wilderness Lodge | Private 440-Acre Luxury Escape Outside of Kansas City

A high-end rustic lodge set on 440 private acres in Rantoul, KS—sleeps up to 14 guests featuring 4 bedrooms, a hot tub, fishing pond, hiking trails, game room, and stunning Americana-inspired décor. Perfect for group getaways, retreats, or an intentional gathering away from the city.

Host will not be on site during the stay but is phone call, text or email away!

The Wilderness Lodge is located in Rantoul, Kansas, a quiet, rural community about one hour south of Kansas City. It’s the ideal place to unplug and unwind—surrounded by wide-open skies, natural beauty, and Midwest charm. While secluded, the lodge is a short drive from nearby towns with grocery stores, gas stations, and essentials.

Our grocery and essentials reccomendations:
Walmart Supercenter
2101 S Princeton St, Ottawa, KS 66067

Cosentino's Price Chopper
120 E 19th St, Ottawa, KS 66067


Guests have exclusive access to the entire lodge and its surrounding 440 private acres, including:

All four bedrooms and bathrooms
Fully stocked kitchen and common living areas
Game room with pool and poker tables
Outdoor patio, fireplace, and grill
Hot tub
Fishing pond and kayaks
Private hiking trails
A code for keyless entry will be provided prior to check-in. Parking is available on-site.

Welcome to The Wilderness Lodge, where rustic charm meets upscale comfort. Nestled on 440 acres of pristine Kansas countryside, this private lodge retreat offers luxury, seclusion, and space for your group to connect, relax, and explore.

Inside, the lodge features:
4 bedrooms (2 private queen suites + 2 bunk-style suites with 4 queen beds each)
4 ensuite bathrooms stocked with Tommy Bahama toiletries (3 walk-showers and 1 shower/tub combo)
Large open-concept living area with rustic lodge décor and decorative fireplace
Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances

Lodge Amenities:
Game room with poker table and pool table
Karaoke machine available at the property for entertainment
Outdoor patio with seating for 20, gas grill, and stone fireplace
Hot tub overlooking the property
Access to 440 acres of land, trails, and a private pond
Kayaks and fishing available (life vests are available and required to be worn if kayaks are in use).

Every inch of this property has been curated to blend high-end finishes with rugged charm, offering an immersive Midwest luxury lodge experience.

The living space showcases authentic Midwest charm with rich Americana hunting décor, real animal hide rugs, leather furniture with western throws, and plenty of taxidermy to set the scene. While the fireplace is decorative, it adds a cozy ambiance to the great room.

Unwind in the game room, equipped with a pool table and poker table, or gather around the fully stocked chef’s kitchen, featuring stainless steel appliances and all the essentials for home-cooked meals.

Step outside to enjoy the best of outdoor living. The covered patio includes seating for up to 20 guests, a gas grill, and a wood-burning fireplace—perfect for evening dinners or morning coffee in the fresh country air. Guests can explore private hiking trails, kayak on the onsite fishing pond, or soak in the hot tub under the stars. On the property, you will also find a storage box that is filled with outdoor games, including volleyball, badminton, cornhole, fishing gear, frisbees for frisbee golf (the goal is right next to it), and life jackets for the kayaks.

*We're on 400 acres of beautiful Kansas countryside, which means peace, quiet, and yes... bugs. Despite regular pest control, you may see a few critters inside and out. It's part of the charm of country living! We recommend bringing bug spray so you enjoy the outdoors during your stay.*

Each bathroom includes Tommy Bahama toiletries, plush towels, makeup towels, and luxury finishing touches to enhance your stay.

Please note, the floors throughout this home are concrete. Bringing house shoes may be preferred for an added level of comfort.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a peaceful nature retreat, The Wilderness Lodge provides a one-of-a-kind Kansas getaway designed for memory-making.


Due to its rural location, we highly recommend arriving by car. The property is located on a county dirt road, so please plan vehicle transportation accordingly. There is ample parking onsite. The lodge is located approximately:

1 hour from Kansas City
45 minutes from Overland Park
25 minutes from Ottawa, KS
15 minutes from basic shopping and gas stations
GPS directions are reliable, and we’ll provide additional driving instructions upon booking to ensure a smooth arrival.

*BOOK YOUR STAY WITH CONFIDENCE! THIS PROPERTY IS PROPERLY REGISTERED AND LICENSED TO HOST!

*IDENTITY VERIFICATION and PROPERTY INSURANCE REQUIREMENT: To help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with SafelyStay, Inc. to provide all reservations with damage protection of up to $1,500. This protection plan is $45 for all stays under 29 nights, and is included in the cost of your booking. Stays 30-59 nights will be required to pay an additional insurance premium of $305 directly on our website. Stays longer than 59 nights will be separately charged for damage protection extension at the rate of $130/30 days. Please note, guest screening is also required for any bookings made through VRBO or direct. Once your booking is confirmed, you will be contacted by Safely to complete an identity verification before your reservation date for any direct or VRBO bookings.

*PARTIES - All gatherings must be limited to 16, this is monitored and guests violating this rule will be charged a mandatory $700 fine. NO EVENTS OR PARTIES ARE ALLOWED.

*PETS - We do not allow pets at this property. There is a $500 fine for any unauthorized pets.

*POND - Please note: there is an unfenced open body of water on the property. Guests are responsible for supervising children and non-swimmers at all times. Use of the pond and kayaks is at your own risk.

*CANCELLATION POLICY - Guests can receive a full refund minus processing fees (approximately 4%) if they cancel up to 5 days before check in. No refund will be provided if cancelling less than 5 days before check in.

*LIABILITY WAIVER - Due to the body of water on the property, guests are required to sign a liability waiver before check-in.