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Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!

Lakefront holiday home in Shelton with kitchen

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Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 374.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Shelton, NE
  • Place, Audubon Rowe Sanctuary
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Classic Car Collection
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Younes Conference Center South
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!

Come relax in the country! The apartment is located inside a newly constructed shed/barn. It has one bedroom, one bathroom (shower only, no bathtub), and a spacious living room and kitchen with all appliances except a dishwasher. We do have a very friendly farm dog on the property, so please take note if this will be an issue for you.

Crane season - perfect location! We typically book very early out for crane season. There is private access to the Platte River which is the perfect setting for bird watching (might be off-limits during hunting season - Fall/Winter - Please contact to check), especially cranes during crane season! The owner will also help you set up on the Platte River for private bird watching during crane season. A private pond is located in the pasture right outside of the barn for fishing and quiet nights relaxing. Our pasture and cornfields are typically filled with cranes during the season. We are conveniently located to the south of Shelton, Nebraska off of Interstate 80. We are within 10-15 minutes of two crane viewing spots - Rowe Santuary and the Crane Trust Nature Center. You will have unlimited access to the Platte River for optimal crane viewing all season long!

Pets are welcome to stay for a $25 fee.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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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
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

About the area

Shelton

Located in Shelton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Great Platte River Road Archway and The Frank House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at War Axe State Recreation Area and Windmill State Recreation Area. Bumblebees and Big Apple Fun Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Shelton, NE

What's nearby

  • Audubon Rowe Sanctuary - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Great Platte River Road Archway - 18 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Classic Car Collection - 22 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Younes Conference Center South - 22 min drive - 36.4 km
  • University of Nebraska Kearney - 26 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Railside Highway Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rise & Grind - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sportsmans Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kokoriko - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Mexicana II - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

As of 4 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! on 5 November 2025 start from NZ$235.32, 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.

What time is check-in at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Platte River and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from War Axe State Recreation Area. Windmill State Recreation Area is 10 mi (16.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darlene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very simple place but comfortable. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet, and very convenient to highway 80.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to call our home base while exploring the area. We spent a considerable amount of time in Gibbon, Kearney and Grand Island. Very cozy and we loved the big farm dogs!! The bed was comfortable and the room was quiet. They only thing would be anybody sleeping in the living room (teenage son) heard the interstate noise most of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patty C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Great place to stop for the night during our trip with our two pups.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the Kropp Kabin!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very nice inside and out. The owner was quick to respond to my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maundy D.

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

Barndominium Type Residence

One of our favorite type of homes. Possibly, our next home could be a Bardominium with the home and ample garage in the same type steel building. Excellent design was used on this building. Very spacious! Thanks for sharing this rental on Vrbo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria F.

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

Perfect place to stay right off the highway!

Stay is exactly as shown in pictures. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice R.

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

Quick and wonderful

I was a one night stay on my way to a family reunion. The place is great and I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul M.

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

Overnight stop

Farmland along I-80 on dirt roads. Traffic noise was a muted drone but not disturbing. Property was well landscaped and spotlessly clean. Definitely themed for hunters which we enjoyed. Would have liked to spend more time enjoying the nearby river but had another long drive ahead. Would definitely recommend. Google is a little off; go to last house on dirt road and turn left into parking area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary S.

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

Relaxing get-away

Quiet stay and very comfortable indoor accommodations. Bed made noises, and would have been nice to have an outdoor sitting area( great area to view night skies).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly M.

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

Quick stop

We stopped after 10 and left early in the morning. It was a nice place for a quick stop with two dogs. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Barn stay

Great private stay. Nice Dogs on Property so if you have dogs that dont get along with other dogs you should be aware. Nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Amazing property

Exactly what we needed for a weekend getaway. Property manager was super accommodating and helpful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M., HAGUE, VA

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

Convenient for Cranes!

Great location, convenient for both the Rowe Sanctuary and the Crane Trust. The house was comfy and clean. We and our dog enjoyed playing with the big, friendly dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bin J.

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

Location plus comfort

Well suited for exploring the crane activities on and off the Platte. Alie is super responsive. The property is comfortably decorated and furnished with everything one could need for a short stay. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

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

Wonderful property!

Great experience in Buffalo County! Stayed a couple of nights to photograph the Sandhill Cranes and this place was awesome! Right in the middle of it all! Sunrise and sunset on the river is magical! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don-Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an excellent place to come and view the sand hill cranes. Nearby drive saw hundreds of bird both daytime and evening and early am. Place was very clean and comfortable. Kitchen was nice to do a little meal making on our own. Recommend this with 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
There was nothing not to like. The hosts were friendly and promptly responded to any needs. Overall the apartment was comfortable, clean, and well maintained. I definitely would recommend and will stay again if we are in the area in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Perfect hideaway

Perfect location and well stocked property. Great communication with Alie .... extremely clean and easy check in/out. Cool projector tv. Cozy set up.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Renee R., Maryville

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

Barndominium guest house

This barndominium guest house is as-advertised, clean and comfortable. Only four stars because the owners have two friendly, but exuberant outdoor dogs which made it somewhat difficult to unload our travel bags and coolers while trying to keep them from jumping on us or climbing in our vehicle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lizann F.

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

Nebraska life

Perfect respite when traveling across I-80 to get a taste of Nebraska life. Just off the Interstate, nicely decorated in hunting motif, pasture view from bedroom window. Owners & 2 farm dogs very welcoming, barn is very pet friendly. Owners will contain their dogs if they bother, but we found them fun & part of the Nebraska life theme!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle E.

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

Best Seats in the House

It's a little off the beaten path ... but that's exactly what my husband & I wanted. The barndominium has been beautifully updated and we loved the decor. The kitchen has lots of counter space and all of the necessary appliances in perfect working order. And the water tastes great!We had everything we needed and very much appreciated the restaurant recommendations. Be mindful of the two family dogs - they are friendly when introduced by the owner but one does not like vehicles, so please drive slowly. But the coup de grace is the river access! We absolutely loved sunset in the blind and watching the Crane gather by the Platte River before they roost for the night! Our souls were refreshed. If you're a bird watcher, this is the place for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy W.

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

Weekday Getaway

This property is just as advertised. We did not come at a time to hunt or view the cranes. Instead we chose this property because of its quiet countryside and distance from cities. It is just that. It is spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is well-stocked with dishes and pots and pans. We enjoyed bringing some meals from home since we were going to be a distance from towns. Very relaxing place to unwind after both days touring the Pioneer Village in Minden.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rod R.

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

Perfect

Thank you for a relaxing time! Clean rental; kitchen more stocked than most places! Hosts were quickly responsive! I was concerned we'd hear the interstate traffic at night--but no problem! Definitely recommend! Just a note: had to re-adjust our original dates we'd booked, and property owners were accommodating! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alie Kropp

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What makes this property unique

Rowe Sanctuary is within a 10-minute drive.
Crane Trust Nature Center is within a 15-minute drive.

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