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WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings

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Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16399 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Topeka, KS
  • Sports Center
    10 min drive
  • Subway
    5 min drive
  • Topeka Station
    17 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (TOP-Philip Billard Municipal)
    22 min drive

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About the area

Topeka

A family-friendly stay in Topeka awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from Sports Center and 9.5 km (5.9 mi) from VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washer/dryer and free WiFi. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a dining area are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park, free WiFi in public areas and a games room. Plus you'll find a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Topeka holiday home include Kaw River State Park and Gage Park.

What's nearby

  • Gage Park - 12 min drive
  • Washburn University - 12 min drive
  • Topeka Zoological Park - 14 min drive
  • Kansas Expocentre - 14 min drive
  • Topeka Performing Arts Center - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Topeka Station - 17 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings

Discover the beauty of a five-bedroom getaway nestled within vibrant Topeka! Nestled just minutes from Washburn University, the Topeka Zoological Park, and the Kansas Expocentre, this property offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy living room, where you can curl up by the fireplace and enjoy the smart TV with satellite/cable channels. The fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, and dishwasher, invites you to unleash your culinary creativity. Savor your meals at the dining table or on the balcony, taking in the peaceful surroundings. We have woken up many morning sitting watching the turkey and deer grazing behind our house.

Easily accommodates a large group in a comfortable setting with good times for all ages.

Search '★Lake Sherwood ★ Large Families~ 5 Star Home ★' on youtube for a video fly through.

Walking distance to horse farms and nature. Get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, but yet stay close to everything. Located only 2 miles to shopping and restaurants, Perfect for families, couples, business travelers, and big groups.

Large lower deck in the back yard spanning the entire length of the house with comfortable seating and a grill for a relaxing outside barbecue with your group. As the daylight fades, sink into a chair in your private upper deck and watch the sun slowly dip behind the hills.

Lovely former model home with designer touches and many recent upgrades. The owners of this expansive and luxurious home put painstaking attention to detail into every corner of the home. Every bedroom furnished with high end mattresses and bedding.

Huge master bedroom (900 square feet master bedroom) leads to its own private balcony to enjoy your morning coffee. The master bedroom, featuring a king size bed and cable tv, also has it's own private washer and dryer and 2 walk-in closets..

Enjoy a glass of wine on the deck while your kids play in it's own fenced yard, or cozy up by the beautiful brick fireplace in the living room.

Kitchen - Top of the line granite countertops and high end appliances. The kitchen has an eat-in dining space opening to the living room. Keurig and coffee pot for the coffee lovers.
There is also a formal dining room for sit-down meals.

There is a business traveler friendly dedicated work space and 2 washer/dryers for my travelers that are sticking around for the extended stay.

Laundry room is right off the kitchen to make laundry needs very simple.
Ample closet space and built-ins for everyone to feel comfortable.

Lots of toys for the children including children's personal kitchen play area.

Winters are a bit chilly here so feel free to park your car in the 2 stall attached garage to keep it nice and toasty.

Close to shopping, schools, equestrian activities, restaurants, parks, and much more.
Packed with amenities and wi-fi you will feel at home in this beautiful house near the lake.

Large lower deck in the back yard spanning the entire length of the house with plenty of seating.

This welcoming home includes:
✔ 2 story deck with seating galore
✔ Walk out deck off the master bedroom
✔ Gas Fireplace
✔ Fully equipped modern kitchen
✔ Keurig, Coffee pot, and Electric Kettle
✔ Granite countertops
✔ Spacious dining room
✔ Comfortable bedrooms
✔ Fenced yard
✔ High speed Internet and Cable
✔ Luxury Linens and Fluffy Towels
✔ 24 hour guest support team
✔ 2 Washers and dryers
✔ Private drive and 2 car garage
✔Tons of toys and play areas!
✔Huge deck in backyard with outdoor dining table and seating
✔ Key-less entry with door code for easy check in
✔ Keurig and Coffee Pot
✔ Air Fryer
✔ Electric Kettle

The beds available are:
✔ King size bed in master bedroom
✔Queen size in 2nd bedroom
✔Queen size in 3rd bedroom
✔ Queensize bed in 4th bedroom
✔Queen size bed in 5th bedroom
✔ 1 Full size bed and 1 Queen size bed in basement common area

Located:
• 5 minutes from Topeka's premier mall, Westridge Mall
• Excellent restaurants and bars right down the road
• 10 minutes to downtown
• 10 minutes to Stormont Vail Event Center (Kansas Expocentre) and Capital Plaza Hotel
• 10 minutes to Washburn University
• 30 minutes to Lawrence, KS and Kansas University
• 45 minutes to Manhattan, KS and Kansas State University
• 65 miles to airport, MCI
• Just under an hour to downtown Kansas City
• Easy highway access to I-70

Stately, comfortable and luxurious - we want to welcome you to Kansas!

Enjoy the area's art galleries, museums and architecture and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Topeka. Renowned for its zoo, shopping and sporting events, this city welcomes all visitors.

We grew-up in Topeka so we know all the ins and outs! Pick our brains if you like. We provide information about our favorite sights, sounds, tastes, and experiences found only here!

We have a few select homes. If this one is not available for your desired dates we may have another that is perfect for you and your guests. Just let us know what you need!

About our Staff

Chela, Claudia, maintenance, my husband Larry, and myself all comprise a service team of five people to oversee the care and condition of 9 houses. We are scaled to the right size to allow for the time to give plenty of attention to the care of each and every guest home.


Guest access

Guests have access to the entire 4,000 square feet.

Interaction with guests

We usually have no physical interaction with our guests, but are available by phone/text or email during their entire stay. The day of your arrival you receive a keypad code that allows guests to check yourselves in and out. Anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable, please let us know!

Other things to note

Coded lock on the front door for easy, no hassle access. If arriving in middle of night, no problem!


* Need a reservation or recommendation? Just let us know. We are happy to help!

• Please respect our neighbors by not being loud or littering outside the home. This is a unique community of good neighbors and we have family in the immediate area. We are friends with our neighbors and value our relationships with them. Our neighbors are reasonable people, but like their sleep. We want to make them happy. No more than the number of guests booked in or on the property after 10 PM. Violation of this rule will immediately lead to the immediate removal of all guests without refund.

To ensure you get settled in and have a great start to your stay with us, we have provided an initial supply of small items around the house including toilet paper but these may not be enough for your entire stay and you may need to purchase additional supplies.

Property manager

Brandie Holloway

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lake Sherwood Deck Views Play Area family Gatherings fenced Yar
WOW watch Sun Set Your Private Balcony Family Gatherings House
WOW watch Sun Set Your Private Balcony Family Gatherings Topeka
WOW watch Sun Set Your Private Balcony Family Gatherings House
WOW watch Sun Set Your Private Balcony Family Gatherings Topeka
WOW watch Sun Set Your Private Balcony Family Gatherings

Frequently asked questions

Does WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a water park, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings ?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings ?

No, WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings ?

No, pets are not allowed.

WOW ~ Watch the Sun Set from your Private Balcony ~ Family Gatherings Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lorie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Stay
The house was "as advertised". We had all the comforts of home and a short drive to activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sherwood house
Great house plenty of room and very nice. Great location and Brandie was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrice F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Thank you Brandie!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C., Lone Jack, Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness
Great girl's getaway!
Amazing home with everything we needed for a much needed break!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and comfy
Nothing was lacking in this lovely, spacious home. The country setting was perfect, yet driveable to most places you’d want or need to go. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jeri R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Family Home
This was a great place for our short weekend vacation. The main drawback was that the playground advertised was not there. We brought the toddlers in ready to go play, and there was no playground.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
No Surprises
My family gathered to celebrate mom's 70th birthday. We got exactly what we expected. The listing was accurate, the house was clean, and the manager was easy to deal with. It was everything we wanted and expected, with no surprises. We would happily stay there again! Thanks, Scott
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding Rental
This property had plenty of room for my family that stayed from 3 differnt states. It had everything we needed plus more. I'd recommend this property to anyone going to Topeka with a larger group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H., Topeka, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf outing
The house worked very well for our group of golfers. Clean, spacious, well maintained with plenty of beds. Good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S., Des Moines, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house for a big group
Worked perfectly for our group that was in town for an event at Heartland Motorsport park. The bedrooms were all very nice and the extra beds in the basement made it all work for our group so everyone had their own space. Kitchen was well appointed and TV area worked well for a movie at the end of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
Perfect place to have a family holiday. Brandi was great and very responsive! We enjoyed the proximity to restaurants and shops. It was so nice having everyone together, rather than in separate hotel rooms. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Beautifully appointed, spacious very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beautiful relaxing stay
The house was very nice and comfortable for our large family and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We have stayed in Topeka before and really enjoy the area and this home was a great location for us too. Brandie is great to work with and is always so nice so we look forward to booking with her again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend Get away
Home was very comfortable, beautiful, and perfect for a girls weekend. We felt safe and had everything we needed. We might just come back next year. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Earnest J.

Indian Hills
Property was lovely, good communication with management even though they were located out of state, everything exceeded my expectations. The only draw back was the cleaning crew used to clean the house did not do a thorough job prior to our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Deb L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Property worked well for a large group. Plenty of sleeping spaces that were spread out so not on top of each other. Fenced in yard and large deck. Great for the kids to play in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful property.
This was a wonderful space that exceeded our expectations! VERY roomy and VERY large; each room was spacious and we were able to spread out and have enough bathroom space to take showers and still do makeup for upcoming wedding of daughter/sister. The owner was very communicative prior to our arrival and answered any questions we had. We were there at a time of the year when we had to decide to navigate between heat or air, and the nice thing is before we finally decided to turn on the heat there were SO many extra blankets to accommodate us for the night we didn’t turn on the air. Lovely, updated and modern space in a beautiful and secure/safe neighborhood . We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Our family is from Topeka but several siblings moved away to other parts of the country. Many returned for a recent family function and wanted to stay under the same roof. This house accommodated everyone and allowed for a great experience together. The only problem with the rental was deciding who was going to get to stay in the large master suite!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for Family Reunion
We had an awesome time at this house. It was large, clean, and had everything we could need for our group. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great property for our stay
We had a celebration of life for my aunt. This house was beautiful and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mae D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is outstanding!
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hillary R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice large house
4 bedrooms upstairs, large master bedroom and nice large bath. Nice family room and kitchen. Full apartment in the basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families
We rented this property while in town visiting family. The house has plenty of rooms to fit all of us comfortably. The deck was awesome - perfect mix of sun and shade throughout the day and the kids loved the play set.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Betty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Settles
We would stay at this property again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M., Flandreau

Liked: Cleanliness
Best in Topeka.
This was the first time staying in this particular house, but second time staying in a house owned by Brandie. Properties are advertised, and communication is excellent. I've been very impressed and will likely rent from Brandie again.