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Private kitchen
Exterior
Interior
Interior
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
NZ$420
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Columbus, NE
  • Platte County Historical Society and Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Andrew Jackson Higgins Memorial
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Quail Run Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Columbus, NE (OLU-Columbus Municipal)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Common Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main bed bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

Room

  • 197.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
Price is NZ$420 avg per night,

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About the area

Columbus

Columbus is home to this farm stay. Van Berg Muncipal Golf Course and Vanberg Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wilkinson State Wildlife Management Area and Airport Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Memorial Stadium or US30 Speedway. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.

What's nearby

  • Columbus Public Library - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Platte County Historical Society and Museum - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Columbus Races Thoroughbred Track - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Andrew Jackson Higgins Memorial - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Quail Run Golf Course - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Omaha, NE (MIQ-Millard) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Runza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Home Away From Home: From Abandoned to Luxurious!

Welcome to our unique rental property, a former abandoned church transformed into a stunning retreat on 1 1/2 acres of serene land. With ample parking exclusively for you, privacy and convenience are ensured throughout your stay.
Step inside to discover a beautifully renovated space offering 3 bedrooms, a bonus room, and 2 bedrooms for flexible use. The main living area features an open floor plan, integrating the living room, dining room, and kitchen into one inviting environment. Large windows flood the space with natural light, creating a warm ambiance.
Retreat to the bedrooms, each offering a peaceful sanctuary for rest and relaxation. Convenience meets comfort with a laundry area included.
Outside, explore the expansive grounds or enjoy alfresco dining under the open sky.
Experience the charm of this former church turned short term retreat, where modern amenities meet historic allure for a memorable stay. Book your stay today and embark on a journey of relaxation and discovery in this one-of-a-kind oasis.

Property manager

Shalynn Spitz
Premier Host

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All extra guest must vacate property by 10:00 pm
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: All extra guest must vacate property by 10:00 pm
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Away From Home: From Abandoned to Luxurious! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home Away From Home: From Abandoned to Luxurious!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Away From Home: From Abandoned to Luxurious!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home Away From Home: From Abandoned to Luxurious! located?

This family-friendly Columbus farm stay is within 1 mi (2 km) of Airport Park and Glur Park. Clocktower Court and Hanover Square are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Home Away From Home: From Abandoned to Luxurious! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Beautiful, serene

Very serene and well decorated. Key code did not work but key box with code worked. Could use better insulation between rooms, and tallwr couches that are easier to get out of!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ambrosia D.

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

Beyond Expectations!

We traveled from out of state for a funeral. We were happy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee N.

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

Great Place

We hosted a baby shower and Christmas dinner here. It was beautifully decorated and had large enough space to fit everyone. Hosts also respond quickly!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri E.

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

Family holiday

Had my parents and two of my siblings and their spouses ( 6 adults) stay over thanksgiving excellent experience! nice option for a place to stay when visiting for the holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer D.

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

Retreat with ladies

Nice place, kitchen lovely prepare to bring all toiletries for bathroom and your own coffee, etc We used smart tv to watch online training the couch & love set need replaced way past their prime! Everything else was lovey but because we sat for about 20 hours + for our training We were very uncomfortable in Livingroom
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

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

Amazing retreat

We stayed in this wonderful home while we were in town for our class reunion. It was perfect for our group of 5. The layout was great, everything was very clean and in working order. The kitchen was well appointed. Check in and check out was easy! We would definitely stay again if anything brings us back to Columbus!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

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

Comfy/cozy

Super nice, clean property with plenty of space. It is as advertised. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

Great Weekend of Baseball

Stayed at the property during State Baseball Tournament. The property has some old accents but is quite modernized and very open floorplan in the living room/kitchen area. Will definitely look for the property to be open when I come to the Columbus area in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine G.

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

Fabulous!

So clean, well decorated & stocked. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

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

Great Place for Families

Beautiful transformation from a church to a place to gather with family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Very nice property

The only thing the kids commented on was the shortage of additional towels, otherwise they were very positive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J.

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

Thanksgiving

Our friends came to spend thanksgiving with us from Colorado. The three of them and our family of 5 prepared our thanksgiving meal here and enjoyed a great meal in a great relaxing setting
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brieanne M.

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

Fun For Family Gathering

We stayed at the Neighborhood Sanctuary for three days with extended family for a family reunion and it was great! It was such a convenient location for us, just down the street from my parents, and Columbus definitely needed a space like this for large families to gather. Shalynn did a lovely job with the remodel, there was plenty of space for our whole family, and the outdoor play space was a huge bonus for the kiddos! Shae was super accommodating with our large group, responded in a timely manner any time we contacted her, and was receptive to alleviating the few minor things that came up. The discount coupons that she offered for local businesses were a nice perk! We utilized one to rent a bounce house from Spacewalk, they were super easy to work with, and the kids LOVED having a bounce house there! The only other advice I would give for larger groups or families staying there with small children is to try and put them in the upper room if they're a light sleeper. The lower rooms are right off of the main area, but we just used a white noise machine on high to drown out any noise in the main room for naps and bedtime and it worked out pretty well! Overall, we had a wonderful stay at the Neighborhood Sanctuary, it was a great place for a family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

PJ W.

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

Granny's 90th

It was totally amazing!! Perfect for my family to stay all together plus having the birthday party for our Mom/Granny was absolutely the BEST!! Everyone raved at how perfect the venue for the party was inside and outside. I would recommend it 100% and we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barb K.

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

Team Clara

Truly a wonderful experience! The Neighborhood Sanctuary exceeded all our expectations! Plenty of space for all our guests! Shae and Adam went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay! We definitely will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022