Flint Hills Lake House

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Olsburg, KS

Tuttle Creek State Park36 min drive
Kansas State University40 min drive
Bill Synder Family Football Stadium42 min drive
Manhattan, KS (MHK-Manhattan Regional)57 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Tucked high in a canyon overlooking Tuttle Creek Lake, Bluff Cottage is the perfect place to unwind. Surrounded by trees, the house is private and tranquil. Have your morning coffee outside overlooking the lake while a lovely breeze blows, then walk down the hill to the lakeshore and dip your toes in the water, hunt for fossils (the shore is full of them!), or forage for driftwood.
The interior of the home is bright, clean, colorful, and fun. The large, well-appointed kitchen is a perfect place to cook up whatever you fancy. The roomy and bright living and dining area offers gorgeous views of the lake, plenty of seating, Roku smart tv, dvd player, vintage pinball machine, and lots of games and books. Oh, and the internet is super high speed fiber-optic broadband, so you can seemlessly stream without buffering!
The master bedroom has a super comfy queen bed and plenty of storage for your personal items. The second bedroom contains bunk beds designed for adults, storage, and a vaulted ceiling.
The bathroom is small but stylish, with a tub and a very powerful shower.
Located only 25 minutes from Manhattan, the drive out to the house through the northern Flint Hills is so beautiful! Stop at the dam or one of the scenic overlooks to take in the splendor of the prairie.
PLEASE NOTE: The last 8 minutes of the drive are on a well maintained dirt road. T canyon road can be quite rugged. A high clearance vehicle is recommended. Low to the ground vehicles may bottom out.

Amenities

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sound carries in the canyon so we require that all renters agree to keeping outside noise to a minimum and require a quiet period from 10pm to 8am .

We have a security camera facing the driveway. Do not move or cover it. Due to the remoteness of the house it is the only way we can monitor the land.

Due to dry conditions and winds, outdoor fires are prohibited at the property.

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

Olsburg

This holiday home is located in Olsburg. Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art and Flint Hills Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sunset Zoological Park and Konza Prairie Research Natural Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bill Synder Family Football Stadium or Fred Bramlage Coliseum.

Olsburg, KS

What's nearby

Tuttle Creek State Park - 36 min drive
Kansas State University - 40 min drive
Bill Synder Family Football Stadium - 42 min drive
Flint Hills Discovery Center - 44 min drive
Fort Riley - 64 min drive

Getting around

Manhattan, KS (MHK-Manhattan Regional) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Kaffe Hus - 25 min drive
Magpie Market - 25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Flint Hills Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Flint Hills Lake House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Flint Hills Lake House?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Flint Hills Lake House located?

Situated in Olsburg, this holiday home is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Randolph State Park and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Fancy Creek State Park. Tuttle Creek State Park and Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Shawnee, KS

22 October 2023

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

Great guys getaway!

The home is very clean and was spacious. There were lots of cups, glasses and other kitchen items available. The beds were comfortable. It was decorated with a variety of unusual items. We hung out on the patio overlooking the lake and at night, there were a billion stars. No light pollution and the only sounds were the owls and the occasional dog bark. We saw deer and other wildlife, too. It is well off the beaten path, but not difficult to find if you follow the directions. Wi-Fi was solid. A very nice rental.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

15 October 2023

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

Lovely Spot

Best with 4WD, but wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

12 September 2023

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

Nice Getaway from the Crowd

This is a very comfortable lake house in a quiet rural area. It would be ideal for a getaway where you bring in your groceries and just stay for a week enjoying nature and the views.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda G.

11 September 2023

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

Nice place - very secluded

Rental was just as described. Plenty of space for us and we appreciated the bottle water because it was SO HOT! Definitely off the beaten path. The peace and quiet was nice but not super convenient if you are travelling back and forth from Manhattan. Great communication with owner. Would stay here again, just maybe not on a KSU game weekend. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

16 July 2023

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

Perfect for a summer weekend away!

We loved staying here for our girls weekend! Tons of space for hanging out, eating, and cooking! The view was amazing. The privacy was great. Quick and easy lake access. It was also the easiest VRBO I have stayed at - no complicated entry and cleanup was simple, also checkout wasn’t until noon which was a great bonus!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Your host

Although not a native Kansas, I am proud to call Kansas home. I love the open spaces, rolling hills, friendly people, and charming towns. I make my home in Lawrence, KS, where I run a community arts center, but absolutely love to get away to the lake any chance I get.

Why they chose this property

We were so fortunate to come upon this property. It is rare to find such a wooded and private place with such great views and lake access. We fell in love immediately.