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"Your Country Home Away from Home"

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NorthShore GuestHouse LLC
Living area
Property grounds
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Marion, KS
  • Cottonwood Point Public Use Area
    11 min drive
  • Marion Reservoir
    14 min drive
  • Hillsboro Community Hospital
    25 min drive
  • Newton, KS (EWK-Newton City-County)
    61 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

"Your Country Home Away from Home"

Experience the country!
If you need a vacation rental house to stay on your travels or a retreat from the stress of life to a quiet, peaceful surrounding, NorthShore GuestHouse is for you. We are in a rural setting with the nearest neighbor one mile away and out of sight. Our place can be your “Country Home Away from Home”. To enjoy this quiet atmosphere you will have to drive on about three miles of gravel roads.
Located less than one mile from the Marion Reservoir, NorthShore GuestHouse provides lodging to only one party at a time. We are surrounded by Wildlife and Parks property with over 6,000 acres for public use. Hunting, fishing, water sports, bird-watching, hiking, and bicycling are some of the activities you can enjoy in our area. Come on out and enjoy the quiet country landscape on the deck or around the fire ring in the back acreage.

NorthShore GuestHouse is a 1400 square foot, three bedroom bungalow with a deck overlooking the park lands. The residence had central hear and air, a smart TV and DVD player. There is a bright dining room with comfortable seating for six, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and a utility room furnished with a washer and dryer. There are one and one half baths; if there are two or less guest the large bathroom will be made available. There is one king size bed and one queen size bed in two of the bedrooms and two single beds in the third accommodating six people comfortably.

The kitchen has a sunny eastern exposure and is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, coffee and tea, glasses, dishware and cooking utensils. In the back yard there is ample space to set up tents.

An electric hook up for one RV is available which is rented only in conjunction with the house. An outside dog kennel and shelter is provided. Campfires are allowed in the fire ring located in the backyard. A large charcoal grill and lawn chairs are available for your use.

Property manager

Charlie and Lynn Unruh
Premier Host

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 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
$20 per child per night over the age of one

Events

No events allowed
Extra charge for parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside.
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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
Note from host: Extra charge for parties
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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marion

Located in Marion, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cottonwood Point Public Use Area and Marion Reservoir. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Marion, KS

What's nearby

  • Cottonwood Point Public Use Area - 11 min drive
  • Marion Reservoir - 14 min drive
  • Tabor College - 27 min drive
  • Hillsboro Community Hospital - 29 min drive
  • Marion County Lake - 37 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Your Country Home Away from Home" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Your Country Home Away from Home"?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Your Country Home Away from Home"?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Your Country Home Away from Home" located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Cottonwood Point Public Use Area and within 12 miles (20 km) of Marion Reservoir and Marion Football Stadium. St. Luke Living Center and St. Luke Hospital are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
My friend and I stayed overnight to go to Hillsboro festival the next day. Everything was great but you need to bring your own paper products.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a beautiful peaceful weekend!! Absolutely loved our stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Haves
A peaceful and lovely place to stay. Very simple check-in process based on mutual trust. We loved it for a place for the whole family to stay. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed the entire experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond thankful for Lynn and Charlie
This stay was amazing. First, the home is warm, accommodating, clean and quiet. The property is well manicured with tons of space to run and play. We had a beautiful fire which was already stacked and ready to go. Beds were comfortable, showers were spacious, kitchen stocked. Second, we had the weirdest experience of car troubles. But Charlie was ready to not only allow a mechanic to come and work on the van, but shared an air compressor and tire patches to ensure everything was ready for us to set sail home the next day. We can’t thank this couple enough for sharing their space with our family. It could have been a vacation wrought with stress, but instead, we were relaxed knowing everything was going to be ok. You never want vehicle trouble on vacation, but I know the universe put us in the right place at the right time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
A great place to stay for our family gathering to celebrate a wedding. The gravel road could be an issue for some vehicles, depending on weather conditions. Lots of substantial rocks on part of the journey into town. Very clean, comfortable and well equipped, in a peaceful location. We enjoyed listening to a couple of great horned owls and saw a flock of snow geese fly directly overhead. Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding
We stayed for our son’s wedding. Everything was very warm and inviting. Our granddaughters enjoyed playing outside in the large backyard. There was plenty of room for 6 adults and 2 kids. The house was very clean and had lots of books puzzles and games to keep everyone entertained. Will definitely stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Stay
Everything was wonderful. We stayed for our son’s wedding. They were so very accommodating on everything we needed. Very peaceful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded area
Nice clean house. Plenty of space. Very secluded area. Would stay again if we do trip to Marion Reservoir again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great simple place
Great place to get away. Close walk to the lake. Beautiful and simple.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint Little Place
My girls and I loved staying here! Tucked away, we enjoyed the peace and quiet. The house was just as described and the owners were super sweet and hospitable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway spot!!
Beautiful little space next to a reservoir. All the amenities we needed for our friends outing and the the owners were very accommodating and helpful! Would stay there again in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and Quiet!
This house is great if you like to stay in just off the beatin' path, this is your stop. Will book again next time in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great people
Thank you for the hospitality very nice people.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle T., Hutchinson, KS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute clean quaint getaway!
The house was clean, very comfy and cozy, the setting was beautiful w lots of big trees and space for kids to roam. Owners were easy to text and quick to respond. The big tub and comfy bed was great! We will return when in the area again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall get away
We loved this country home. It was a great escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Quiet
We enjoyed staying at the guest house. It had everything we needed! The owners are super nice and checked on us just after check in. The guest house offers plenty of privacy, but the owners are close enough to deal with any issues that might pop up.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing seclusion
The NorthShore Guest House was exactly what we needed to have a relaxing weekend away. Close to Marion Lake and a lovely outdoor space to enjoy a mild Fall weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Beautiful location. Nice and quiet within walking distance of the lake. Enjoyed our stay. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
House was very nice and very clean with everything we needed. Our kids had a wonderful time at nearby Marion Reservoir.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BIking Across Kansas 2022
Six of us found this sweet Oasis while riding the BAK.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norm B., Falmouth, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed with wife and friends on our hunting trip. Very good and quiet home in ranch country place to stay. Ladies loved it All positive
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marion Lake Guesthouse
The home was quite nice and very relaxing. We had everything we needed and Lynn and Charlie were gracious host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country refuge
The quaint farmhouse was clean, modernized with a rustic country flavor. All necessary amenities were present with the exception of wifi connectivity. Interactions with Lynn were pleasant and informative. Highly recommend unless wifi is essential. Thank you for a very nice start.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for R&R
Just as advertised. Home away from home. Quit and away from everyday noise. A beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts, great location
Had a wonderful stay, it was beautiful location- house was nice and comfortable , hosts were attentive and responsive. Look forward to going back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Charlie and Lynn Unruh

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Charlie and I, Lynn that is, had always wanted to be in the vacation rental business. We had the opportunity to purchase the only other house on our property and decided it would make a great get away for folks. The two houses are not visible to each other so privacy is assured. We have now been in the business 18 years and still enjoy meeting all the new people.

Why they chose this property

NorthShore GuestHouse was originally moved on to the property by Charlie's brother. He planned on living there but it never worked out for him. It was sold outside the family but now it is back in the family and has morphed into NorthShore GuestHouse.

What makes this property unique

Our nearest neighbor is one mile away. We really enjoy the peace and quiet out here and think you will too. We are also in a recreation area; Marion Reservoir. The lake is beautiful and good for fishing as well.

Pets not allowed at NorthShore. If you have a small dog that doesn't shed we can talk about it. If you have a larger dog we can talk about them can staying in the outdoor kennel.

Languages:

English

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