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Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space

Family-friendly holiday home in Shawnee with a water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located in Merriam, Kansas, this 2-level ranch home offers the perfect blend of quiet seclusion and access to Kansas City's attractions. With TWO spacious living areas, a full-size kitchen and separate kitchenette, you can easily accommodate larger families or work remotely with fiber internet (up to 1000 Mbps WiFi) and wireless charging pads.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space

Welcome to this stylish 4 bed/2.5 bath home in Merriam, KS! Located within a stone's throw of I-35, this two-level ranch offers quiet seclusion, plentiful outdoor space, and easy access to all of Kansas City's major attractions (~15 min from Downtown, KU Med, Overland Park, the Plaza, UMKC, and the Legends Outlets). Prior guests agree that this is the perfect destination for larger families (including pets), with a 4-foot privacy fence and plenty of indoor space to expand.

You'll love the TWO spacious living areas, with plenty of room to come together as a family, enjoy a movie with friends, or set up your remote workstation. Prepare a family meal in the full-size kitchen, stocked with all the cooking essentials - utilize the separate kitchenette for quick meals or extra food storage - take advantage of technology like the 55" Fire TVs, Amazon Echo Dot, wireless charging pads, and fiber internet (up to 1000 Mbps WiFi) - enjoy your morning coffee on the covered deck or roast some marshmallows over the fire pit - this property has something for everyone.

The home can accommodate up to eight guests, with one king-size bed, two queen-size beds, two twin-size beds, and 2.5 bathrooms. It also offers two in-unit laundry sets with all the essentials included, making longer stays a breeze.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

A minimum $100 charge will be added for any smoking paraphernalia or a lingering smoke smell on the property.
The basement stove and oven are unavailable for guest use (due to legal requirements), but please take advantage of the rest of the kitchenette.
While the home will be all yours during your stay, we ask that you refrain from any loud outdoor activities between the hours of 10pm and 7am.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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, 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Merriam, a neighbourhood in Shawnee, is home to this holiday home. Legends Outlets Kansas City and Crown Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and Kansas City Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium or T-Mobile Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Merriam, KS

What's nearby

  • AdventHealth Shawnee Mission - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • KU Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • University of Kansas Medical Center - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Johnson County Community College - 11 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Overland Park Convention Center - 12 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Kansas City Union Station - 16 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪30hop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪IKEA Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space located?

This family-friendly Shawnee holiday home is located in Merriam, within 3 mi (5 km) of KU Medical Center, Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. Overland Park Farmers Market and Oak Park Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Charming Mid-Century Ranch w/Dual Living Space Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill P., Tyler, Texas

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

Great family home!

This home was great for a family get together - nice deck and convenient to everything. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jackie s.

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

Great place to stay!

We were in Kansas to visit family & grandkids. It was nice to come back to our space at the end of a busy day and relax. Of course the sleep overs worked well here too and the grandkids had a wonderful time! Nice walking trail near by and the hosts were accessible, reliable, kind and professional. Thanks for a great place to stay Kellyn & Zach!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

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

Johnson drive stay

This property worked so well for us while we were waiting to close in our home. Owners were always available for questions and help. Would recommend 100%
Stayed 54 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Diana S.

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

Very convenient

My sisters and I were attending softball tournaments. Only just over 6 miles from the fields. Also only a few miles from shopping for those free minutes. Was so nice to all have our own bed room. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked very well. The basement living area obviously had dogs on the couch so not very useable to us. One tread on the stairway down to the basement area was broken so had to watch our step. Was very comfortable. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sara M., Flagler Beach, FL

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

Perfect for Pets

Overall, we were pleased with our stay. We had three dogs we were needing to accommodate, and the owners were very helpful. We asked to check in a couple of days early, and they made that happen. Perhaps because of this, things weren't quite as clean as they could have been - but again - not worth hassling about, and we were bringing three dogs. I only mention because it would have been more noteworthy had we not had dogs. Overall, our stay was great. The owners were very communicative, and eager to help in any way possible. Great location - central to everything. Getting out of the drive is a bit challenging, but the turn around pad is helpful. We did trim the bushes along the sidewalk to aid in vision as we were pulling out - that might be a suggestion. Great walking trails. House is very quiet considering it sits on a somewhat busy street - you don't hear the traffic inside. House has lots of potential and it's obvious the owners are investing in it! Would definitely stay again with our dogs!
Stayed 32 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joshua C., Wichita, Ks

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Days & 4 Night Stay

Overall the property was 90% of what the online posting shows/states. One issue I had was that when I originally looked at the photos & read through the listing of this property, it showed that there was an outside grill on the back deck. It also showed that the basement had its own kitchenette with a full size fridge, dishwasher, stove, microwave & sink etc.. My spouse & I took two of our employees to KC for a training expo - we had really been looking forward to the grill at the house to cook our evening meals, well there wasn't one. When I asked the host about it - they stated that the pictures of which the grill is shown in are from when they were still living in the upstairs & was only offering the basement for rent at that time. In the kitchen downstairs, the stove did not work - it was just for show, so that obviously created a problem. Luckily we had reserved the whole house & had our employees stay upstairs which has a full-size kitchen with all the normal amenities, otherwise we would have had a big problem. The only other issue I had was that there were lumps of dog feces that were left/pushed up under the area floor rugs in the downstairs bedroom & dining room. I of course told the host after our stay was over & they stated that they have a cleaning service that comes in after people leave so they'd bring it to their cleaning service provider's attention & thanked me for letting them know. In a weird way that made me feel better about the host & not like they was trying to pull a fast one or cover something up. They seem like genuine caring people & want to help their guests as much as they possibly can. I of course didn't have any issues with the host(s), just had problems with things being shown in pictures of the property online & then that not actually being what it was when we got there.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Weekend in KC

Stayed for a long weekend in KC. This was a great property with everything we needed. Having the garage was an added bonus. It was in the perfect location for us, halfway between both of the events we attended. Great property, great communication, great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jackie U.

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

You'll never know you are in a basement apartment!

This apartment is great! You don't even know you are in a basement because of the large window in the living room. The backyard is amazing and our pups loved it. The one down side (pun intended) is the stairs to get down to the unit. it is a process and I had two dogs and a spouse that required a little extra care to get down the step stairs. I think that is on us - but the over all the apartment was amazing and the amenities super. The only other negative was our upstairs "neighbors" they wre loud and ran the vacuum late at night. That is not on the hosts, they were great and very responsive. The location was also super. Grocery stores, shopping mall, QT liquor store and farmers market all within 5 minutes. We would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jordyn K.

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

Easy to access and friendly hosts

We enjoyed our experience here very much and was very surprised and pleased by the small amenities provided by the hosts. Communication with Kellyn and Xach was simple and The location had fast, easy access to the major freeways in KC. Only thing I wish there was, was another actual bed in the unit, but we knew that going in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

A wonderfully cute place just as pictured.

This place is clean and tidy—it looks exactly like the pictures! It’s actually more spacious in person (a rarity for rentals). This unit would be great for a couple, young family, or some very close friends (since there’s only one bedroom). The fenced-in backyard was private, spacious, and perfect for my dog to explore. The bed and fold-out cot were both very comfortable. We placed the cot at the end of the bed, but there’s other places it would fit in the unit if more privacy were to be needed. There’s also plenty of room for two pack-and-plays by the kitchen if you’re traveling with small children. The owner was very responsive to any questions I had during the stay. The one drawback of this unit is the location. It’s on a somewhat busy street. There’s no road noise, but it can get a bit hard to pull out on certain times of day. I would definitely rent this unit again and suggest it to a friend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toby H.

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

Great place for weekend stay

This place was exactly as advertised. It was cozy and very clean. The owner was very responsive to any questions. We would stay here again if taking another trip to KC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Amazing gem

This apartment was perfect. The host was extremely good on communication. We were able to get everywhere from the house as it is in a perfect spot. Would definitely recommend and would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Very clean

It was super clean & very accessible. Zach was very gracious & communicated very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Great stay!

Just as pictured. Lovely place! Will stay when we come back!! Everything you could possibly need including coffee, etc. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

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

Our new go to place

Really enjoyed our stay here. The owners contracted covid a couple of days before our arrival. They left it up to us as to whether we would still stay, which we did, but we did not get to meet them. Had great communication with them throughout the weekend.,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Great place!

This is a great little apartment that I really loved staying in. There were a lot of little amenities provided, including cleaning and cooking supplies. The host was very communicative as well. We exchanged a few messages during my stay, and Zach was very quick to respond to any questions I had. I highly recommend this apartment to anyone who needs a place to stay.
Stayed 34 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Spencer S.

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

Perfect spot for a dog and her owner

This place was just what my dog and I needed while in town visiting family (who wouldn’t let any dogs in their houses). Good sized yard, and a basement unit converted to easily accommodate us!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022