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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4
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Explore the area

Matfield Green, KS
- Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch15 min drive
- Chase State Lake33 min drive
- Emporia State University42 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home…
Built between Scenic By-way #177 and the BNSF tracks the Frontier Store House in Matfield Green is as peaceful as can be. It started as a log cabin in 1868. Town “developer” David Mercer, after whom a nearby creek was named, built it and ran a frontier store and post office; a few years later, a stone room was added. Both the log cabin and stone room were preserved when, in the late 1880s, a two-story addition was created.
After having stood empty for more than 40 years, the Frontier Store House was beautifully restored and renewed, and became a comfortable very well insulated family retreat and guest house.
Only steps away from the tallgrass prairie and open range cattle country, this home away from home is perfect for long weekends and vacations.
Ready for a Flint Hills adventure? The tallgrass prairie surrounding Matfield Green is a national treasure worth discovering. Just north of the little town you will find Pioneer Bluffs historic ranch and The Gallery at Pioneer Bluffs. The Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is 20 miles north in Strong City. Cottonwood Falls is also worth your visit; check out the historic courthouse and don't forget to climb the stairs to the old jail. West of Cottonwood Falls you'll find Chase State Fishing Lake.
A wonderful daytrip is a visit to the Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan, KS. Lots of informative displays and educational exhibits and a great short film about the Flint Hills will keep you captive. Just follow # 177 north.
You'll find restaurants and groceries in Strong City and Cottonwood Falls as well as in El Dorado and Emporia. NO PETS.
After having stood empty for more than 40 years, the Frontier Store House was beautifully restored and renewed, and became a comfortable very well insulated family retreat and guest house.
Only steps away from the tallgrass prairie and open range cattle country, this home away from home is perfect for long weekends and vacations.
Ready for a Flint Hills adventure? The tallgrass prairie surrounding Matfield Green is a national treasure worth discovering. Just north of the little town you will find Pioneer Bluffs historic ranch and The Gallery at Pioneer Bluffs. The Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is 20 miles north in Strong City. Cottonwood Falls is also worth your visit; check out the historic courthouse and don't forget to climb the stairs to the old jail. West of Cottonwood Falls you'll find Chase State Fishing Lake.
A wonderful daytrip is a visit to the Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan, KS. Lots of informative displays and educational exhibits and a great short film about the Flint Hills will keep you captive. Just follow # 177 north.
You'll find restaurants and groceries in Strong City and Cottonwood Falls as well as in El Dorado and Emporia. NO PETS.
Property manager
AMY JONES
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Matfield Green
Matfield Green is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Swope Park and Bates Grove Park, while Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch and Roniger Memorial Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Matfield Green, KS
What's nearby
- Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch - 15 min drive - 19.8 km
- Flint Hills Rodeo Grounds - 31 min drive - 38.7 km
- Chase State Lake - 33 min drive - 39.8 km
- El Dorado State Park - 34 min drive - 46.1 km
- Emporia State University - 42 min drive - 65.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hitchin Post - 6 min walk
- Surly Mermaid - 9 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 10 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Reviews
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelby W.
15 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, great history, lovely hosts!
Shelby W.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Austin D.
4 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Austin D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan G.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful place!
Ryan G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel N.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Place
Daniel N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy T.
3 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flint Hills Heaven
Nancy T.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tracey D.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the history!
Tracey D.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Morgan S.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay in the Flint Hills
Morgan S.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Howard M.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful old style home with comfortable amenities in the heart of the scenic Flint Hills
Howard M.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Jolene L.
24 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint
Jolene L.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Seth C.
18 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Seth C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara B.
1 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flint Hills getaway!
Barbara B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amos Y.
18 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful retreat in the Flint Hills
Amos Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vernon U.
2 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful place
Vernon U.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill P.
6 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MFG - A Great Place to Stay
Jill P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy G.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic Flint Hills Home
Nancy G.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
18 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flint Hills Home Away From Home
Laura B.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
DeeAnn R.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottonwood Falls/Matfield Green
DeeAnn R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Derek N.
16 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice older style house
Derek N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
22 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prairie retreat
Amy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Crystal M.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed!!
Crystal M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary M.
4 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
Gary M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie V.
8 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fascinating historical property
Leslie V.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brenda E.
8 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flint Hills Getaway
Brenda E.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Drew R.
16 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Escape
Drew R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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