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Gorgeous, Modern Tiny House w/ Hot Tub - Breath-taking Views, Open Skies

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10

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 632 sq m

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  • DryerDryerDryer
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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Ponca, NE
  • Popular LocationPonca State Park19 min drive
  • Popular LocationTyson Event Center41 min drive
  • Popular LocationCasino Sioux City42 min drive
  • AirportSioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway)42 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Back Bedroom/Loft #1

1 Queen Bed

Loft #2 - Above Kitchen (w/ privacy curtain)

1 King Bed

Relaxation Loft

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Gorgeous, Modern Tiny House w/ Hot Tub - Breath-taking Views, Open Skies

Discover the simple beauty and tranquility of Living Tiny while surrounded by soft, green hills. Sip a cup of coffee while gazing at greenery from the living room or back deck. Lounge in a hammock, meditate or write, explore the 80-acre property, or relax on the back deck by the outdoor fire pit. Enjoy a breath-taking view of the stars from the outdoor hot tub. Come in after enjoying nature and relax with a glass of wine in an elegant, modern tiny house. Perfect, peaceful get-away.

The entire footprint of this home is 12x32 (not including decks)--but for a tiny house, it actually is quite spacious! Huge windows with beautiful views of the Nebraska countryside, fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, in-ceiling speakers, wifi, Projector & 67" screen w/ Netflix/Amazon Prime/Disney Plus, large back deck, front deck, 3'x5' shower, washer/dryer, indoor fireplace (turned off during summer months), outdoor propane fire pit, oak floors, reclaimed barn wood accents throughout. All on a spacious property of rolling hills and spectacular views.

** Composting Toilet** - Please be aware that like most tiny houses, this Tiny has a composting toilet—it’s environmentally friendly, saves a ton of water, and I love it! (I also built it!). But please be conscious of this fact before you book, and know to expect it. I know this type of thing isn’t for everyone, though most people seem to adapt just fine. If you are unsure about it, just ask!

**The sub-ceilings (i.e. ceilings underneath each loft) are 6'4" tall. Just FYI!

***Single-night bookings are available Sunday-Thursday! If you'd prefer this option, just message me and we will arrange it! **

My tiny house has a wide-open feel first because of the landscape (rolling hills and NE plains), and next because of all the windows that let that nature in. I designed and built this house myself, and wanted two things in order to give it an open, bright ambiance: High ceilings and big windows. I wanted to look at nature all the time, and tried to "bring the outside in". It turned out exactly how I wanted! This house is one of those "Not-so-tiny" tinies. Once inside, it feels bigger than you'd think, but it's still technically only 342 sq feet on the bottom level. Since I was custom building it for myself, I had to include a few luxuries and wish-items! My favorite features are: the heated floor throughout the bathroom and bedroom, the fire place, the big back deck/carport, in-ceiling speakers throughout the house, the electric fireplace by the master bed, the hardwood oak living room/kitchen floor, the reflective ceiling tiles (create an illusion of space and 'bigness'), the look of the storage stairs, the off-grid water system, the barn wood that I incorporated throughout the house, and the huge picture window in the living room.

The Property: This tiny house is on a vast 80-acre property! My friends live on the property about 400 feet north in a farmhouse on the other side of the grove of trees, and I live on the property in the neighboring teeny tiny house! We all love Jesus, and have a passion for seeing Him heal and restore people!

My desire for everyone who stays in my home is first, that you feel valued and valuable, and second, that you feel and enjoy the immense peace that I feel in this space.

House Access:
The entire tiny house and immediate surrounding area is yours! For food: You have access to all kitchenware, myriad spices, anything in the pantry, cupboards or fridge, coffee/coffee maker, etc. Some breakfast foods are provided in the fridge and pantry--various flavors of bagels and cream cheese, bacon, oatmeal, pancake mix, and coffee. There are also various condiments in the fridge. If you're staying for three days or more, and enjoy cooking new meals at home (like I do!), I can also arrange to have Blue Apron deliver meals for you to make - contact me for details and pricing.

We also have an "In-(Tiny) House" Coffee Shop (equipped Enjoy a relaxed, lavish morning sipping a rich latte or cappuccino, made with the Breville Espresso Maker. Milk (for lattes is also available. Ground and whole beans are provided (dark and medium roasts).

The Property:

Our property is so peaceful! Away from the city, away from the stress. You can see the stars at night and listen to the birds chirp in the morning. As a guest here, you'll have access to the entire property: 80 acres! Hike the big hill by my house; the view is truly unparalleled. Or you may just prefer to sit on the back deck and take in the lovely views from there, or walk the trail circling two acres of the property. It is beautiful. Such a tranquil, remote setting!

This Tiny House is about 150 feet east of another tiny house (I call it my "Teeny Tiny House") which is also rented out. It is also about 100 feet south of another cabin (which is rented out by the landowners). Strategically-placed sections of privacy fence effectively screen the other tiny houses from view. The land owners live in the original farmhouse on the property (about 400 feet north of the Tiny House, through the tree grove). If I am not on the property, my co-host Audrey is there most of the time and can answer any questions you have. During the temperate months of the year, this is a working farm, so expect us to be investing in and improving the land and property during the day; we may be working on the garden or food forest or the pond.

On-site Activities:

Lawn games: I have: Corn hole, Bocce ball, Giant Jenga, a Soccer and Football, Big Dice (for Yard Yahtzee and 19 other dice games), Croquet, and Kube.

Bonfires: The fire-pit across from my house is for your exclusive use and enjoyment! Chairs, side tables, and wine glass holders are provided.

Fire pit on the Deck: Don't want to get your clothes all smokey? Relax out on the large back deck with a glass of wine in front of the (propane fueled) fire pit! Lay in the hammock and star-gaze, and just enjoy the sounds of nature around you.

Hot Tub: Enjoy an incredible sunset from the bliss of a steaming hot tub! If it's a clear night, wait until the stars emerge, and marvel at the most stunning display of stars you will ever see! There are bound to be a few shooting stars in the mix too, so watch for those.

Hiking: Hike along the trail circling the property, or go off the trails and hike the hills on your own!

Grill: Make a juicy steak and crisp veggies on the grill! a large grill is provided for your use!

Picnics: Use the outdoor picnic table/benches, or grab a blanket and find one of countless spots on the ground! Picnicking whilst taking in the panoramic views on the top of the huge hill would be a memorable highlight!

Bird and animal-watching: We have many varieties of birds and animals on the property, and many make their homes on the CRP property adjacent to the house.

Off-roading: Bring your ATV for the property and low-maintenance roads (there are plenty!).

Nature-gazing in comfort: Enjoy the sweeping views of hills and nature from inside the house, without fighting mosquitoes or sweltering or frigid weather! This was a main goal of mine when designing this house--so enjoy!

Snow activities: Bring your snowmobile, snowboard, cross-country skis or snowshoes during the winter!

The Surrounding Area/Off-site Activities:

The town of Ponca is an 8-minute drive East of my house, and there you will find a grocery store, a few pizza places, a gym, post-office, pharmacy, doctor's office, etc. If you want a larger town, Sioux City, IA is a 30-minute drive East. Vermilion is another medium-sized town that is about 20 minutes West of us. I have specifics and details about different places nearby which you will find in the Tiny House Manual (Guidebook Section) when you arrive at the tiny house.

Ponca State Park: Ponca State Park is only a 10-minute drive away, and I highly recommend visiting! It has some fantastic hiking the trails! Beautiful, regardless of the time of year!

Off-roading: We are far out into the countryside, so you're welcome to bring your ATV's and ride around! Dirt-bikes or mountain bikes are also fine here.

Canoe/fishing: 1.5 miles from my tiny house is Powder Creek Lake--which is great for fishing or kayaking/canoeing. And I do have a canoe on the property for your use! You will need to have a vehicle with a hitch (1 7/8” ball ) to transport the canoe on my utility trailer to and from the lake. But just let me know in advance and I will get it set up for you! Also, I don’t know if you can ice-fish on it in the winter; I would assume so!

Ice-fishing: I've never had someone do it, but it's worth a try! Set up your station on Powder Creek Lake!


Transportation to the property:
During seasons when it is very wet, it is a good idea to have a 4-wheel drive vehicle to traverse the 4 miles of gravel road leading to my house. The road tends to become quite muddy and can be tricky to drive in, so 4-wheel drive is best if there is a massive amount of snow melting, or after days of heavy rains. There is an alternate route that's easier to drive in this case. Additionally, snow is usually cleared out by the city fairly quickly after snow falls, but occasionally they have waited a day or so to do so. This can make it difficult to drive in the meantime in a vehicle without medium to high ground clearance. 99% of the time, driving is not an issue. However, contact me if you have any concerns. Before your stay, I will be in communication with you about any potential weather issues and give details about the terrain/alternate routes.

**There is another lone Tiny House about 1/4 mile north of Big Gray that is under construction. It is gray, white, cedar, and has blue doors. Do not turn there; that tiny house a new project, and not ready for visitors. If you keep going for another 1/4 mile, you'll see Big Gray Tiny House, where you'll stay! If there's any confusion, please call :)

I looking forward to meeting you!

Property manager

Stephanie Bock
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lb per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Non-shedding only. Supervised or kenneled only.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please ask about shedding pets before booking. There is a pet fee of $60 per stay. Non-disclosed pets will incur a $200 fine.
Please be kind to the hot tub! If a guest dirties the hot tub water so that it needs to be drained/refilled, a $250 water-truck fee will be charged.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ponca

Located in Ponca, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. National Music Museum and W. H. Over Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mulberry Bend Overlook and The Bluffs Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center, or check out an event or a game at Sanford Coyote Sports Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Ponca, NE

What's nearby

  • Ponca State Park - 19 min drive
  • University of South Dakota - 35 min drive
  • Tyson Event Center - 41 min drive
  • Casino Sioux City - 42 min drive
  • Orpheum Theatre - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Sioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bob's Bar - 10 min drive
  • Castle Bar - 16 min drive
  • Oscar's Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Outlaw Pizza - 16 min drive
  • McArdle's Bar - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous, Modern Tiny House w/ Hot Tub - Breath-taking Views, Open Skies pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous, Modern Tiny House w/ Hot Tub - Breath-taking Views, Open Skies?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous, Modern Tiny House w/ Hot Tub - Breath-taking Views, Open Skies?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous, Modern Tiny House w/ Hot Tub - Breath-taking Views, Open Skies located?

This family-friendly Ponca cabin is located on the riverfront, 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from Ponca State Park, and within 25 mi (40 km) of National Music Museum and Mulberry Bend Overlook. Barstow Park and Clay County Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara G., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s the little things…
…that matter, and Stephanie (our host) makes sure the little things count! She’s incredibly responsive - best we’ve ever experienced in our 20+ VRBO-like experiences. Her tiny house includes all the amenities you look for on vacay (comfortable beds, stocked kitchen, outdoor & indoor space) - and the “extras” that make for luxury - like the expresso machine, Bluetooth speakers, hot tub under a starry sky, fireplaces indoors & out, oil diffusers, and so much more. We hiked at nearby state park, came back to the house to make dinner, watch a movie on a projected screen & end our evening with a little time in the hot tub. Stephanie has thought of all the tiny things that make tiny houses & adventures feel totally amazing. We highly recommend & will be back to take in the wide open Nebraska visitas! Thank you, Stephanie!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful tiny house
This tiny house had everything for the most cozy stay ever. Blankets, everything you need to cook in the kitchen, hot tub, and a beautiful little Christmas tree to make it perfectly festive in the winter. We brought our own snowshoes and cross country skis and there were plenty of fields to hike through. We could not have been happier with how comfy and cozy this place was and how much space we had. We honestly wanted to stay more nights and never return to our normal lives.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New year
Provided everything for us to cook food and relax the first couple days of 2024
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S., Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to unwind!
My sister in law and I spend a couple days enjoying this cute little relaxing cabin. It had everything we wanted - all the coffee bar tools you need, comfortable beds, Netflix and a hot tub. The surrounding were just what we were looking for too - we only wish the weather would have been a bit nicer for a walk around the property. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiny House
Overall our experience was a 10 out of 10 It was a joy to work with the owner who was very willing to accomudate us and included extra touches to make our stay special. The tiny house was clean, relaxing, and a great space. We look forward to coming back for another stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Bock

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Hi, I'm Stephanie! About five years ago I began the crazy but incredible journey of building my own tiny house. And here it is--designed and almost entirely built by me (I did have to have help putting up the walls, haha)! I love how this unique and creative space has turned out! It is an amazing experience to stay in this tiny house while overlooking the tranquil countryside hills.

Some hobbies of mine are building more tiny houses (I'm currently on house #3), hiking Ponca State park, reading, listening to audiobooks, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. I love having people from all walks in life come and experience this tiny house and the land. I enjoy talking to my guests when possible--but as someone with introvert needs, I also completely understand just wanting a quiet retreat with no other human interactions. Just let me know which you'd prefer when you book, and I will honor that. I'm looking forward to having you!

Why they chose this property

The entire footprint of this home is 12x32 (not including decks)--but for a tiny house, it actually is quite spacious! Huge windows with beautiful views of the Nebraska countryside, fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, in-ceiling speakers, wifi, Netflix/Amazon Prime, large back deck, front deck, 3'x5' shower, washer/dryer, indoor fireplace (turned off during summer months), outdoor propane fire pit, oak floors, reclaimed barn wood accents throughout. All on a spacious property of rolling hills and spectacular views.

Please be aware that like most tiny housers, I have a composting toilet—it’s environmentally friendly, saves a ton of water, and I love it! (I also built it!). But please be conscious of this fact before you book, and know to expect it. I know this type of thing isn’t for everyone, though most people seem to adapt just fine. If you are unsure about it, just ask!

**Also: The height of the kitchen and bathroom ceilings are 6'4"--built this way in order to give plenty of head space in the lofts. Just something to note!

***Single-night bookings are available Sunday-Thursday! If you'd prefer this option, just message me and we will arrange it! **

The Property: This tiny house is on a vast 80-acre property! My friends live on the property about 400 feet north in a farmhouse on the other side of the grove of trees, and I live on the property in the neighboring teeny tiny house! We all love Jesus, and have a passion for seeing Him heal and restore people!

What makes this property unique

My tiny house has a wide-open feel first because of the landscape (rolling hills and NE plains), and next because of all the windows that let that nature in. I designed and built this house myself, and wanted two things in order to give it an open, bright ambiance: High ceilings and big windows. I wanted to look at nature all the time, and tried to "bring the outside in". It turned out exactly how I wanted! This house is one of those "Not-so-tiny" tinies. Once inside, it feels bigger than you'd think, but it's still technically only 342 sq feet on the bottom level. Since I was custom building it for myself, I had to include a few luxuries and wish-items! My favorite features are: the heated floor throughout the bathroom and bedroom, the fire place, the big back deck/carport, in-ceiling speakers throughout the house, the electric fireplace by the master bed, the hardwood oak living room/kitchen floor, the reflective ceiling tiles (create an illusion of space and 'bigness'), the look of the storage stairs, the off-grid water system, the barn wood that I incorporated throughout the house, and the huge picture window in the living room.

My desire for everyone who stays in my home is first, that you feel valued and valuable, and second, that you feel and enjoy the immense peace that I feel in this space.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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