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Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, Netflix, toys, books
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard

This vintage home in the heart of Topeka “has the best of both worlds: old character and new construction amenities. Fall for this quaint two bedroom house in the heart of historic Topeka.

Close to restaurants, bars, groceries, music and performance venues. Get anywhere in Topeka in less than 10 minutes.

More information
You’ll love our place because of the view, the outdoors, the location, and the ambiance. It is great for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families.

Reserve today!

The space

Located in Topeka, KS. This private home and yard is all yours!

This home includes:
✔High speed WI-FI and cable TV
✔ Fenced backyard
✔Luxury linens and towels
✔Fully equipped kitchen
✔New stainless steel appliances
✔Concrete countertops
✔Keurig coffee machine
✔ Private drive
✔Covered back porch with seating
✔ Queen pillow top mattresses
✔ Fireplace
✔Barbecue grill
✔Washer and dryer
✔Toys for the kids

Two bedrooms with a pillow top queen bed in each one, down comforters, comfortable pillows, linen curtains and remodeled bathroom. Lovely dining room and a cozy living room with a smart TV to watch cable tv or Netflix. The kitchen has all new, top of the line appliances and concrete countertops. The fenced backyard is large and the patio is fully covered with lighting and outlets.

Neighborhood is mixed with a variety of families, grad students, artists, and older people who used to work in the television factory.

Public transit within one block of house.

Right down the road from THE FARMERS' MARKET (open every Saturday from early spring until Nov.3) and The Equality House. Walk to some of Topeka's best shopping and a great bakery for donuts and coffee!

If you are seeking a unique, cute and very cozy neighborhood home, this is the place for you to enjoy and relax.

Hang out in our large back yard under the nicely lit, covered balcony. Relax with a glass of wine in the evening hours as the sun goes down.

We love people from all over the world.

Located:
• 5 minutes to Topeka's premier shopping mall, Westridge Mall
• 5 minutes to The Topeka Zoo, carousel, museum, train and fishing pond.
• Park right around the corner
• Less than 5 minutes to downtown
• 5 minutes to the Kansas Expocentre
• 25 minutes to Lawrence, KS and Kansas University
• 50 minutes to Manhattan, KS and Kansas State University
• 65 miles to the airport, MCI.
• Less than one hour to downtown Kansas City
• Easy access to I-70

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 home and yard.

Interaction with guests

I’ve designed this space to be accessed at any time (late check ins are just fine). My day job does keep me busy so most likely I will not be there to greet you at the door, but I have a servants heart and I am easily reached. Upon check in if you have any questions or concerns don't hesitate to shoot me a text or give me a call and I will be happy to help. I also know where all the best local dining is based on your tastes!!



Other things to note

Around the corner from restaurants, bars, Washburn University, zoo, Expo Center and downtown.

This home is used exclusively for vacation rentals. The basement is unfinished but has a washer and dryer that guests are welcome to use.

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.

We do realize last minute overnight guests may come for a variety of reasons. If this situation arises please contact me and amend your reservation for the correct number of people. This will protect both parties in regards to your insurance coverage etc.

Property manager

Brandie Holloway

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Welcoming dogs only
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Registration Number STR23/35

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Topeka, KS

What's nearby

  • Gage Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Topeka Zoological Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Washburn University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Topeka Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Kansas Expocentre - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Topeka Station - 9 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Circle Coffee Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard located?

This family-friendly Topeka vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Equality House and Gage Park. Topeka Zoological Park and Topeka Civic Theatre & Academy are also within 15 minutes.

Charming Home ~ Expo-Centre ~ Near City Center ~ Fenced Yard Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicely appointed & comfortable!
Nicely appointed & comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Cozy
this is a charming home in a cute area and very clean and tidy. Already planning our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Nice clean and quiet place. Centrally located. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaelynne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be returning
Great central location and a very welcoming home. The host was responsive and helpful. We highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brooke A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Having stayed at this location before, we were happy to return! After a long days drive unfortunately we arrived to a dark and very hot house. No porch lights were on and the air conditioner was turned off, taking hours to cool off the house from the 100+ temps for the day. For future guest I would recommend adequate lighting and AC upon arrival. Otherwise, the property was perfect. Thank you for sharing your space!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy little stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this little house. Location was very central and easy to get around town. We felt safe. Property was very clean and tastefully done. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen is very nice and up to date. We had our small dogs with us and they loved the backyard as we sat out on the nice patio area. Would recommend or stay again on purpose.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Bungalow
This was a very clean and cozy home. Perfect for our short stay in Topeka and would gladly stay again! Had a little issue with the lock but Brandi took care of it. Thanks so much...
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle S., Gretna, Nebraska

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and clean
Cute little bungalow in a nice neighborhood. Home had all the essentials. Nice patio to enjoy the evening. I had my dog with me as we were competing in a dog trial in Topeka and the back side gate did not shut completely. Was able to secure it, this is something that probably should addressed for the safety of pets or even children.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
Nice house in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Georgetown, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house - will stay again!
This home had a great layout and room sizes were better than anticipated knowing its in an older neighborhood. The living room was very spacious - the kitchen and dining area were nicely layed out. The dogs LOVED the big backyard! We hope to book again when we return for family visits. I greatly appreciated having check in/access information well before we left on this trip - thank you. My only "complaint" - I couldn't find a broom or vacuum to tidy up a bit (we lucked out with nice weather but would track in some leaves, etc).
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable house, convenient location
We had a great time staying in this adorable house and especially appreciated the proximity to Capitol Federal Natatorium and the huge, fenced-in backyard for playing with our dog. Being a block from the beautiful Washburn Park was a great bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Good location. Near Gage Park and convenient shopping
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Watson is a Smart Choice
This is my first time renting a house. It was so cosy. There were little extras that were on site that we didn't have to go out of our way to get, like laudry pods, towels, etc. I told my kids that now we have some decorating ideas for our place! I would stay again. Very sweet host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Christi S., Grants Pass, Oregon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and comfortable bed
The home is in a good neighborhood and in nice, clean condition. The back yard is fenced and the home had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend
Just what we needed
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We rented for a long weekend and were comfortable throughout our visit. Great communication with the host. Enjoyed the back patio for reading a book and relaxing. Thanks for a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Cozy
This property was perfect for our needs. We did not spend much time at the property as we were there to visit our grandkids in Warrensburg, attend two weddings on the weekend and sightsee but when we were this was a nice stop and relax. The bedroom closest to front of house was our choice due to dark and such wonderful mattress like at home. What a awesome welcome. So many nice little touches such as the to go coffee mug to use. Kurig coffee cups. We returned the favor. ;) Warm snuggly blankets. I fell my third day in at one of the stores and got hurt pretty badly so our visit ended up going regrettably, BUT this was the one thing I can say was absolutely best. Your accommodating us 3 hour's before our arrival time frame was so very very appreciative. I am allergic to the cold. I am sure of it now. ;) Thank you again for your very kind hospitality.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Judi Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location, great backyard area to visit with friends
Overall would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness
There's no place like this home
Our title was playing off the name of their rental company, the yellow brick road rentals. This place was a true gem! Very clean, state-of-the-art kitchen, has a great coffee area, huge backyard, our dogs really enjoyed that! Bedrooms were comfortable comfortable. We would definitely choose to stay here again. we only wish we could have stayed longer. We were traveling across the US going from one location to another and are so glad we found this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and clean
Nicely remodeled older house. Comfortable beds. Nice big back yard for kids. Large beautiful trees. Lots of extras like dishes and toys for kids and an extra toothbrush that came in handy. We didn't have a problem with this but a lock, high on the basement door, might be nice to keep little ones from venturing down the steep stairs. Also, the front door has only one lock which is opened with a code. We would have felt more comfortable and secure with a secondary lock, or even a chain, that could be fastened from the inside at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A
A+
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Paula M.

Cozy little home
This home was very cozy and met our expectations. The decor was nice and the bed I slept in was comfortable. There was a smell in the refrigerator and a bump in the bathroom floor that made a loud noise as the door passed over it that got very annoying. The bathroom door was also very hard to close. Overall it was nice and I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

Nice place
House was nice. Brandie was very responsive. Good price.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Michelle K., Emporia, KS

Nice!
Property was adequate for our needs, 2 couples attending concert at TPAC. Easy, keyless access. We stayed on 11/9 and I contacted Brandie through a VRBO message on 11/19 about our damage deposit. She never responded and a phone call yielded a terse, "wait 2 weeks." Today is 11/28, 19 days in and I have not yet received my $1500 damage deposit refund.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018