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*Happy House* Summary

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
TV
Dining
Shower, hair dryer

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroom55.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

*Happy House* Summary

Summary:
Centrally located 3 bedroom apartment
5 min drive or 25 minute walk to Arrowhead/Kauffman Stadiums
10 min from Downtown/Power & Light District
15 min from Worlds of Fun/Oceans of Fun
5 min to the famous Gates BBQ
15 min to Kansas City Zoo
25 min to Kansas City International Airport

Better Places, LLC. Business License # 103805.

The Space:
Very comfortable 3 bedroom basement apartment with private entry and parking, full kitchen, bathroom/shower and free laundry facility. Living room with smart TV, Netflix included. You're welcome to log into your own streaming services, but please remember to log out before you leave. *We are not responsible if streaming services are left logged in* Great high speed WiFi.

Beautiful new patio with outdoor seating including a shade umbrella (Shared space with our other listing)

This is a basement apartment so the low ceilings and lower light make for a very cozy feel, and you couldn’t ask for a better place to snooze!

*This is a basement apartment. Since it's part of a larger house, the temperature control is not located within this unit. For adjustments contact Brian or Karma*

This home is equipped with a Ring doorbell camera at the front door and a Ring floodlight camera facing the side driveway. This is for your protection and ours. There are no camera anywhere inside the property.

Guest Access:
Guests have access to the entire apartment which includes washer/dryer and full kitchen.

The Neighborhood:
1 mile from the Chiefs/ Royals stadiums.
Gates BBQ, La Fuente, Rosie’s Café, V's Italiano Ristorante, Hi-Boy (a local favorite!) as well as many fast food restaurants within 1-2mi. Also multiple grocery stores nearby.
Worlds of Fun 15min
Downtown KC 10 min
KC Zoo 15 min
Various movie theaters, pool halls, many others places of entertainment nearby.

**This neighborhood is very quiet and tucked away off the highway. All neighbors have been in their houses for a very long time. For this reason, we do not allow parties or gatherings. The maximum number of guests is all that is allowed at any given time and any person sleeping must be accounted for in your booking. Quiet hours begin at 9pm. After this time all noise must be contained within the house.**

SMOKING OF ANY KIND IS STRICTLY PROHIBBITED INSIDE!!! We have locations outside and away from the entries where smoking is allowed. An automatic $150 extra cleaning fee will apply if there is any evidence of smoking inside. This includes, but not limited to ashes, butts, smell, or obvious attempts to cover up smoking.

LOCAL INSECT DISCLOSURE:
We feel very silly to have to include this in our listing, but this is one of those cases where a single incident causes a warning issued to all:
Insects, arachnids, and bugs are common in the Midwest. Sometimes what you may see will include flies, mosquitos, bees or wasps, spiders, ticks, ants, and a plethora of other common creepy crawlies. Sometimes these creatures get inside through no fault of ours or yours. Please keep in mind that we do quarterly pest treatments on all our properties, and should one of these bugs venture inside we do not take responsibility.

Local Weather Disclosure:
We are located in Kansas City, the heart of the Midwest. Weather can be unpredictable. Storms of all kinds have been known to pop up at any time. We are not responsible for power outages, downed tree branches, or the condition of the streets during winter. (We will always shovel and salt our driveway and walkway).

Getting Around:
This apartment is located near the Kansas City bus line.
Ride share is readily available in this area.
The Kansas City Street Car is free and located in downtown KC. It runs from City Market in the north, to Union Station in the south.
Walking distance to many key locations (ex: convenience store, gas station, Dollar Store, laundromat, grocery store, fast food)

Other Things to Note:
This apartment is a basement apartment and the upstairs is another short term rental unit. Please keep this in mind and be respectful of our quiet hours policy. Please keep all noise contained to your apartment between the hours of 9pm and 7am.

Please take special note that there are 2 security cameras located on this property, for guest safety and protection as well as protection for our property. They are located at the main front door to the main house (Ring doorbell) and a floodlight camera located in the driveway facing the street.

Policy regarding pets:
We do allow pets on our property with prior authorization. Please let us know in your booking message how many pets and what species and breed will be joining you.

Rules regarding pets:
-Pets must be on a leash while outside.
-Pets must not be left unattended inside or outside the home. If you must leave your pet we ask that they are contained in a crate.
-Should any damages occur or if extra cleaning is required inside or outside, the owner of the pet will be held responsible for the cost of repairs, replacements or cleaning.
-Should the pet cause damage to any person in this unit or another unit located on the property, the owner of the pet will be responsible for all liabilities.

PARTIES AND LARGE GATHERINGS ARE NOT ALLOWED

Interaction with Guests:
Hosts are fully available by phone/ text, and live only 20min away

Property manager

Karma

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 600 sq ft (55.7 sq m)

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Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Independence, Missouri

What's nearby

  • Kauffman Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Arrowhead Stadium - 5 min drive
  • Crown Center - 11 min drive
  • T-Mobile Center - 12 min drive
  • Kansas City Zoo - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Independence Station - 9 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixon's Chili Parlor - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gates Bar-B-Q - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *Happy House* Summary pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is *Happy House* Summary located?

Situated in Independence, this apartment building is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kauffman Stadium and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Arrowhead Stadium. Chicago and Alton Railroad Depot and Independence Square are also within 6 mi (10 km).

*Happy House* Summary Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and located super close to Arrowhead. Had to contact owners and communication was FAST!
Super impressed with the property distance from the stadium and the owners communication. Would for sure stay in their places again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B., WV, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Came for NFL game
It was a great location that only took 1.5 miles ~roughly 45 min walk to get to stadium. Stopped by Carmen’s Cantina on the walk back. Will definitely book this again when come back for a game.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jeffery S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip
Clean, pretty quiet neighborhood, and pretty easy to access. Note it is a basement, and ceilings will feel low it you are very tall. Someone in the second rental, didn't really hear them until we came outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori D., Linn, Ks

Liked: Cleanliness
Great overnight stay!
Great to work with and were very accommodating! Everything was great, except we weren’t able to sit outside around the fire pit. The area had old wood and old chairs laying around. BUT, possibly they are in transition, fixing it up…. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good experience!
The host was incredibly responsive. The place was very clean and as described. Was enjoyable and close to everything we had planned to go. Would stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Place
Cute comfortable place. We were only there for a short time for a concert at the stadium. We ubered to the concert but walked back. Felt safe the whole time. Special thanks for letting us in early and easy check out! Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
We enjoyed our stay immensely. Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Laraesha C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bad
They didn’t do a good job
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great convenient stay near Kansas City
We booked this for our stay near Kansas City, and found that it was convenient to get downtown or to the suburbs.. The hosts were great and very responsive. The place is a basement of a house, it's updated and nice but there are some low hangs in the ceiling. I'm 6' and had no problems, but much taller and I would have to duck in a few places. The beds are comfortable, the shower was hot and refreshing. It's a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lexi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Cute place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Wendi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything went as well as planned.
Brian was very nice and helpful. We arrived later and left early. No problems at all! Thanks Brian!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Very welcoming. Great sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Gametime Lodging
We traveled to Independence to visit Arrowhead Stadium, and this was the perfect place to stay. 2.2 miles away from the stadium, it was really convenient. The owners were quick to respond to messages and good at communicating. They also included little touches like coffee, snacks, and waters in the fridge. We had a great experience and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Jessica K.

Inaccurate information
Although this small basement apartment was just enough space for our short trip, it was not accurately described. The ceilings were very low, the cleanliness wasn’t up to normal standards and the kitchen was not at all well equipped for cooking full meals. The tenants upstairs walked very loudly and were noisy. The bathroom plumbing situation was very strange and the heat/ air had to be controlled by the people upstairs. Just a weird place to stay all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jerilee B.

Location, Location,Location
Great location! If you are going to the stadium this is a great place to stay. Also just a few minutes from downtown. There is a Walmart near by in case you need anything. It was quiet and cozy. One thing that we did not care for was there was no temperature controls (that we could find.). It was cold sometimes and hot others. The kitchen had all the things we needed except a pizza pan or cookie sheet. We had biscuits and no way to cook them. Thanks for the coffee and snack basket. Overall, a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Fun
This was the perfect staycation for a peaceful getaway! The fire pit out front was so easy to use and the neighborhood was quiet! The hosts are very friendly and helped out right when needed! Would stay here again 100% recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Misty V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worked great for us
The property worked well for us. We needed a place to stay one night, do some laundry and rest up. The kids were able to watch Netflix and we got some nice rest. It is certainly a basement apartment but it is quiet and worked well for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hadar F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Independence, MO
Great experience. The place was perfect for my family and I for the weekend. Very clean with hardwood floors throughout. Larger bathroom with very HOT shower and good water pressure. All the amenities we needed were there. Easy private entrance made come and go easy. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Dina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Baseball weekend!
We had a great stay at this basement apartment! I hadn’t realized that it was a basement. Very clean! In great shape! The neighborhood isn’t great but it was mostly quiet. The ONLY issue we had with this property is that we had 2 people who were over 6 feet tall. The ceilings are quite low in this property and all doorways are low. We had to be careful not to get bumps on the head but it’s a great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M., Osage City

Liked: Cleanliness
Royals game family trip
This was my first vrbo stay, (not a hotel), however not my daughter or her boyfriends. All 3 of us beyond enjoyed the property, it was plenty spacious, comfortable, and clean! Even we we got back from the Royals game late and I was having a very small issue and messaged the property owners they responded back almost immediately and resolved my issue! They are great people and it was in a great neighborhood. Being I'm from a very small town, I was extreme nervous and they not only put my mind at ease but helped me understand so much! I cant wait to use them and stay again for longer next tjme!! Also, the master bedroom bed is BEYOND comfortable. I have a $2000 bed at home that doesn't match that at all. Haha. Thank you guys!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
55 and Fabulous
Three friends celebrating a birthday. The house was cozy and convenient. It had everything we needed. Brian was awesome to work with. Very accommodating, and quick to respond. I highly recommend this place, and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Kelly C., Washington, mo

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Neighborhood
Check in was super easy. Overall everything was great. The neighborhood is quiet and that's a big bonus. Brian was awesome and touched base during our stay which was nice. Only very slight snag was that we did not expect it to be an apartment in a house and did not catch that at all until the address was supplied with a "B" in it. Regardless, we were happy with our stay and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice property
Was a very nice property. Was a little loud during the day since we were downstairs but was perfectly fine over night. Very clean and smelled great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021