10/10 Excellent
Katherine W.
17 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Katherine W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
Cozy Lake Cottage just 5 minutes on paved roads with Wow Lake Views & Sunsets💜
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Manhattan, KS
- Tuttle Creek State Park6 min drive
- Kansas State University8 min drive
- Bill Synder Family Football Stadium10 min drive
- Manhattan, KS (MHK-Manhattan Regional)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Americana Room
1 Double Bed
Downstairs Gathering Area
1 Double Bed
Front Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Lake Room
1 Double Futon
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Full Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Half Bathroom
Toilet
Master Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Lake Cottage just 5 minutes on paved roads with Wow Lake Views & Sunsets💜
Show me your KSU basketball tickets, and I will you a $100 Gift Certificate for your Moe’s dinner for your stay!!! Come and Support Coach Tang and the team!! Or If you are looking for a quiet, romantic couple’s weekend, visiting your soldier at Fort Riley, visiting your family member at Kansas State University, or have tickets to a KSU football or basketball game, you have found the perfect place! Stay at Our Lake Cottage with everything you need on the main level, gathering room with hearth, a cook’s kitchen with dining room, a den with full library, records, and telescope for star gazing, a beautiful full lake view family room with woodburning stove, 3 bedrooms including master ensuite with lake view and king size bed, two guest rooms and bath, and laundry, plus a full lower level gathering room with extra double bed, half bath, and a second big screen, cozy Fireplace with recliners and couch to gather in front of, and full laundry with walkout to extensive side and back yards!! Just a few minutes on paved roads from downtown and Aggieville restaurants, shoppes, and KSU activities. Step back in time and relax in our cozy lake cottage with plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities including new gas grill, gas fire pit, rockers, hammocks, and volleyball/badminton set, and basketball goal! Or sit on the covered front porch with a good book on the swing and watch it rain! We do not book our home for large events or parties, sorry.
Property manager
JAN DARRAH
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Adults only
No door on basement stair access
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Pet must be disclosed and approved before booking.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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 deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Manhattan
Located in Manhattan, this cottage is on a lake. Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art and Flint Hills Discovery Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sunset Zoological Park and Konza Prairie Research Natural Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bill Synder Family Football Stadium or Fred Bramlage Coliseum. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Manhattan, KS
What's nearby
- Tuttle Creek State Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
- Kansas State University - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
- Bill Synder Family Football Stadium - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
- Fred Bramlage Coliseum - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
- Flint Hills Discovery Center - 13 min drive - 12.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sonic Drive-In - 11 min drive
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Old Chicago - 11 min drive
- Panda Express - 13 min drive
- Vista Drive In - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lodging
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
dan k., Wichita, Ks
31 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful getaway
dan k.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Connie W.
15 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Repeat!
Connie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
22 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Michael F.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Richard M.
1 July 2018
Convenient and beautiful!
Richard M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Alan B.
19 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homecoming st KSU
Alan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Krista H.
22 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful property!
Krista H.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill & Connie W.
24 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July
Bill & Connie W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carla B., Derby KS USA
28 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and beautiful
Carla B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Patrick R.
5 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Patrick R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Kelly T.
13 September 2017
Lovely home and beautiful lake view!
Kelly T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
8/10 Good
Rebka S.
30 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Weekend @ KSU
Rebka S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Randi S.
18 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Randi S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joyce T.
27 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Joyce T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jamie L.
27 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeview
Jamie L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan E.
30 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Susan E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Robert K., Liberty, MO
12 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful stay!
Robert K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
TRACY M.
2 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and great view
TRACY M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Christi D.
27 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Christi D.
10/10 Excellent
Doug C.
17 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, convenient location
Doug C.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nikki S., Taylorsville, UT
8 November 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on the lake!
Nikki S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Denise G., Hesston, KS
18 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway spot!
Denise G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kathy E., D.C. suburbs
17 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy cottage with a five star view
Kathy E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jill and Kirk V.
22 May 2019
Beautiful area and enjoyed the view of Tuttle creek lake. Everything was as described.
Jill and Kirk V.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
About the host
Hosted by JAN DARRAH
We are a semi-retired, middle-aged local couple who has decided to share our beloved lake cottage when we are not using it. We have four children, seven grandchildren, and two Morkies. We love our family, the lake life, traveling, most outdoor activities, cooking, entertaining, and Sports, particularly KSU Football!!!
Why they chose this property
My husband grew up at the lake, and I spent weekends on the lake with my family growing up, so it holds special memories for both of us. We enjoy spending time here relaxing, but decided to share our home with others when we are not using it. We have rented vacation homes for years and have thoroughly enjoyed them, so decided to try our hand at hosting. We have owned a business in Manhattan for many years, as well as rental properies, so have a maintenance crew and know how to provide good customer service. We traded a prior lake property that we have rented for this one, so are really "not so new" at renting (35 years in the real estate business) but new at vacation home renting.
What makes this property unique
From the Covered front porch when you first walk up the steps, to the cottagey, homey feeling inside with its wood ceilings, brick fireplace, woodburning stove, comfortable furniture and beds, to the breathtaking views of the lake, large shade trees in the large yard full of perrennials, and private deck, I hope you can feel the love this special home has to offer. The decorations, books, curios, and nooks and crannies are provided to take you back to a simpler time and evoke memories of the past, while you enjoy the wonderfully upscale appliances and amenities, not to mention the breathtaking views...
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