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Garden View Lodge

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4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025

Explore the area

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Lucas, KS
  • Wilson Lake
    14 min drive
  • Wilson State Park
    29 min drive
  • World War 1 Monument
    31 min drive

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About the area

Lucas

At this holiday home, you'll be 11.7 km (7.3 mi) from Wilson Lake and 23.2 km (14.4 mi) from Wilson State Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a coffee/tea maker, a safe and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .With a stay at this Lucas holiday home, you'll be 29.8 km (18.5 mi) from World War 1 Monument.

What's nearby

  • Wilson Lake - 14 min drive
  • Wilson State Park - 29 min drive
  • World War 1 Monument - 31 min drive
  • Gernon House - 39 min drive
  • Ellsworth Golf Course - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖK-18 Cafe - ā€¬10 min walk
  • ā€ŖBackstreet Bakery - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖScooter's Coffee - ā€¬13 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.

Garden View Lodge

About this space
We do charge per guest.

Pets are allowed but we do ask that you tell us ahead of time you are bringing them, they are not left unattended, and you clean up any messes inside and outside.

COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
The advisories from Kansas Department of Health change often, and are too lengthy to post here, so please see:
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Garden View Lodge is located in Lucas, Kansas, directly across the street from the Garden of Eden art site.
Story has it that it was built for a son of the Garden's creator, Samuel Perry Dinsmoor, in the 1920s. It may have been a kit house that was delivered on the railroad.
It's a neat, clean, and cozy house that has been well preserved, with a small town feel. It reminds us of visiting our grandparentsā€™ farmhouse.

It is a fully equipped house located in Lucas, Kansas, Grassroots Art Capital of Kansas and one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas. We have a kitchen for your use, but please be advised that we do not have a dishwasher.

For those of you traveling on I-70, Lucas is 18 miles North of the Wilson exit. You will have full access to the house and plenty of privacy.

Just 8 miles from Wilson Lake, it's a great location for swimming, boating, fishing and hunting trips.

You can see the Garden of Eden art site across the street, as well as the Miller's Park sculptures, and you can walk downtown in three short blocks. It's a quiet setting.

Besides being the Grassroots Art Capital of Kansas, Lucas is also one of the 8 Wonders of Kansas. There is a lot to see in this small town of 400 residents. You could spend a full day touring all of the sites.

Garden View Lodge is close to the Garden of Eden, Miller's Park sculptures, the World's Largest Collection of the World's Smallest Things, Grassroots Art Center, the Florence Deeble House and Rock Garden, Bowl Plaza, Fork Art Park, Switchgrass Art CoOp, the Dada Museum, Post Office, liquor store, hardware store, library with an internet hotspot, convenience store/gas station with bait shop, restaurant, and a first-run movie theatre. This is a small town and most everything is closed by 10 pm, so please keep this in mind if arriving late (like for meals or gas).

A recently added attraction is Bowl Plaza, a very original and highly decorated take on public restrooms! You can walk to all of these locations.

For those of you who are general aviation pilots, the Lucas airport, 38K, is 1485 MSL. Its asphalt 17-35 runway is 2940 x 50 feet with constant overnight lighting. You can taxi to the adjacent gas station for unleaded gas. (No av fuel available.) It is a walkable distance to our house.

We have DIRECTV , 2 TVs, and 2 DVD players. Feel free to bring your own video DVDs, or the library has videos for checkout. There's a free wireless hotspot at the library, at the intersection of Second and Main Street, and most smartphones receive good service in the area.

Many guests rely on bringing their laptops or tablets for entertainment.
For Wi-Fi, you can use the Garden of Edenā€™s service, which does not require a password.

We have lawn chairs, a picnic table, and a Weber grill available if you'd like to use the yard.
Best of all, this is a quiet setting where you can enjoy a night's rest.
Guest access
We do charge per guest.

Pets are allowed but we do ask that you tell us ahead of time you are bringing them, they are not left unattended, and you clean up any messes inside and outside.

Kitchen, bathroom, a sitting/dining room, and four bedrooms. You can use our grill and lawn chairs. There is a stereo with an audio cable to plug in your iPad or phone.

Linens, sheets, blankets, coffee, tea and creamer are provided. We have shampoo if you need some.

Our hostess, Mary Ann, lives nearby, and works at the Garden of Eden and the Library, but you can check yourselves in with our keypad lock whenever you need to arrive.
Other things to note
We do charge per guest.

Pets are allowed but we do ask that you tell us ahead of time you are bringing them, they are not left unattended, and you clean up any messes inside and outside.

Please note that Lucas is 16 miles north of Interstate 70 in central Kansas. The route from I-70 to Lucas is a scenic 20 minute drive which passes by the east side of Lake Wilson and across its dam.
Traveling this Post Rock Scenic Byway is a pleasant way to wind down from the intensity of Interstate travel.
Exit the Interstate at exit 206 (Wilson/Lucas exit), and drive north on Kansas Rt. 232. At the intersection of Kansas Highway 18, turn left. Lucas is less than a mile away.
You can also arrive and depart via Highway 18 from the east or west.
Gas and supplies are available on K-18 Highway on the east side of town at Home Oil Service, which is adjacent to K-18 Cafe. The cafe is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It is a classic cafe with great biscuits and gravy. Their fried chicken is amazing as well.
If you plan to cook at our house, please plan ahead and bring the groceries you need. Lucas doesn't have a large grocery store, but Wilson and Russell have grocery stores.
Home Oil Service, on highway 18, stocks basic groceries, sells pizzas, sub sandwiches, beer, fishing tackle, and hunting ammunition. They also have a mechanic on duty.

Property manager

Mary Ann Steinle

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 5 pets
  • Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does Garden View Lodge have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Garden View Lodge?

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden View Lodge on 2 Jan 2025 start from NZ$276.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden View Lodge?

No, Garden View Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Garden View Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Garden View Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Garden view lodge
Great location for us. Only complaint i had is there is no wifi at the house, but there is satellite TV. Owners would be able to reduce monthly cost, but also make guests happier with wifi and a smart TV instead.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce C., Louisburg Ks

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
If you are fishing lake Wilson this is a great location with several beds. Plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no wifi or cell service at this place. We felt unsafe because the door could have easily been broken into. The museum across the street is very strange and unsettling. All 5 of my family members felt discernment not to stay the night. I contacted the host about it and she didn't get back to me for over 14 hours. There is only one place to eat in town and it was OK. This home and the weird museum are over 15 miles out of the way and very isolated. The beds looked fine but there is also no living space for 5 people to comfortably hang out together. If we had service or wifi or a secure door we may have stayed. The combination of feeling unsafe and the unsettling statues across the street were enough for us to move along.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024