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The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas

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Quaint vintage farmhouse tucked into the hillside of 20 wooded acres
The tree lined drive
spacious parking
Property grounds
porch view looking south east

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Tonganoxie, KS
  • Place, Holy-Field Vineyard & Winery
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Azura Amphitheater
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Village West
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas

The Saunder Inn is a private home located just16 miles west of Legends area and 13 miles north east of Lawrence. The property rests on 20 beautiful acres, paved roads, tons of privacy and a fabulous view! The home is fully stocked to meet all your needs including a washer/dryer, full kitchen, and the ability to sleep eight comfortably. There is plenty of front porch seating as well as a large back patio with a grill.,

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Ask about hosting small events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1904327vb
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: Ask about hosting small events
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tonganoxie

Tonganoxie is home to this holiday home. Lawrence Arts Center and Theatre Lawrence are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Great Wolf Lodge Water Park and South Park Wading Pool. Travelling with kids? Consider Lied Center of Kansas and Indoor Aquatic Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating and other activities like birdwatching.
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Tonganoxie, KS

What's nearby

  • Holy-Field Vineyard & Winery - 12 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Azura Amphitheater - 17 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Village West - 19 min drive - 27.4 km
  • University of Kansas - 21 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Legends Outlets Kansas City - 23 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 19 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ajuua Mexican Grill And Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gambino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪1866 Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Saunder Inn Tonganoxie, Kansas located?

Set in Tonganoxie, this family-friendly holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Azura Amphitheater, Lawrence Arts Center and Legends Outlets Kansas City. Village West and Legends Field are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is absolutely beautiful and the hosts thought of eveything to make your stay perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a charming and fun home. Loved the porch! Loved all the televisions. Loved the decorations. We went to Nascar and the drive was excellent!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2026
Thank you Anne! I am glad you had a chance to enjoy the home on your busy race weekend visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were looking for a quiet and inviting place for a planning retreat. This provided exactly what we needed. Time on the covered porch during a soft shower was most relaxing between sessions. The comfortable and spacious living room was perfect for conversing in the evening and the large table in the dinning room was quite efficient for our collaborative planning all day long. If it did not rain most of the day, the back porch would have been equally efficient for collaboration. Definitely would return again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with the owner, comfy beds and an excellent location for the wedding we were in town for. Loved the nostalgia of the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Thank you so much, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check in. Pretty country home up on a hill. Loved the front porch in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2025
Thank you Liz!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, homey house in the beautiful Kansas countryside! Book it if you can!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2025
Thank you so much, I’m so glad you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH Y.

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

Early Christmas Extravaganza

Perfect place for a Norman Rockwell Christmas! Love it every time I stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Aww, that is so sweet! Thank you Deborah
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bettina G.

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

Wedding stay

We had a great time staying the house. Perfect place to stay. Just far enough off the road to be a little secluded. Nice little get away.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
Thank you Bettina, I’m glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert m.

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

Wedding

We were in town for a wedding. This was a wonderful place to relax. The house is beautiful and nicely furnished. The one bathroom was not an issue even with six of us. Highly recommend for anyone staying in the area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2025
Thank you so much Robert!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

Nice weekend retreat

This home provided just what we needed, with a ton of additional charm. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2022
You bet Kim! I am so glad you had all you needed to enjoy your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

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

Wonderful host!

Very nice property with some quirky touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
Thank you Katherine!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci H.

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

Great location, super cute house!

We absolutely loved our stay here. Thankfully very close to Deer Ridge Estates which was our son's wedding venue. The owner was quick to respond to questions and the house was very well stocked. Would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you Traci! We are so happy to be a part of your very special weekend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Graduation Weekend

Stayed here for KU grad weekend. Loved the serenity of the location and the enchantment of the farmhouse. Beds were comfortable, deck was perfect to enjoy the weather and the patio was have a small celebration dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
Sara, thank you for such a great review. I’m so glad you all found the house to be exactly what you needed to celebrate this amazing milestone. Congratulations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Peaceful weekend

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful quite property! Our kids loved running around and playing on the tree swing. The owner was great at communicating and loved how they provided everything you could need for a short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Thank you Allison, I am so glad you enjoyed your visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

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

Excellent and beautifully maintained home.

Our family enjoyed the cleanliness, gorgeous antique furniture, and the lovely sprawling property. Well equipped kitchen and the bedrooms were lovely. Very comfortable beds! My only drawback was that one of the bedrooms did not have a/c but otherwise A+!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
Thank you Tina, I am so glad you enjoyed your visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Shannon V.

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

Beautiful, unique house in secluded, peaceful location

This rental is truly one-of-a-kind! The house has such incredible character, and it is furnished with a mix of antiques and comfortable furniture that suits the architecture perfectly. We enjoyed every moment.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2021
Thank you Shannon, I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Cozy Getaway

We rented this home for a weekend to attend a wedding at Deer Ridge Estate with our friends. Plenty of room for 3 couples! Home was clean and cozy - interesting decor! Owner was very nice, helpful and very responsive to questions! Fantastic view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2023
Thank you Angela!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Great getaway

We chose this property because it is close to Lawrence, yet removed from city hustle and bustle. We were not disappointed. Would definitely recommend. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2023
Thank you Susan!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne G.

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

Excellent location

The property was as listed and the location was close to McLouth, Lawrence and KC. The owner was quick to respond when there was a local power outage. The only downside was that we had to refill a propane tank.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2023
Wayne, I apologize for the grill tank being empty. We check the tanks regularly but, unfortunately, I have a lot of struggles with guests leaving the tanks on & running the propane out. I am glad you enjoyed your stay though, thank you for choosing the Saunder Inn!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica J.

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

Farmhouse Peace

Such a unique and inviting place! We felt like we stepped back in time, but with all the creature comforts of modernity. Property is just as described and spotlessly clean. The front porch was our favorite spot for morning coffee and evening deer watching. If we are in the area again this will be my first pick. Also, property owner was easy to communicate with and a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Erica, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Amazing place out in the countryside!

This is such a beautiful place out in the country. Check in was seamless. Only thing I would say is Google maps took me to the wrong road at first, but was able to find it quickly afterwards. Very clean with everything you would need. Just wish I had more time to spend there! Thanks Joe
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2023
Thank you so much Joseph!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

Great host & house

Such a neat place, I love the decor, clawfoot tub, the views are great to. Very quiet and peaceful. Very clean and neat. Estee is a great host, communication was great. I recommend to everyone , families, couples, girls trip, guys trip. It’s in town, but feels like you’re out in country. We saw deer 2 different nights and a woodchuck. We will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
Thank you so much Gail!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH Y.

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

Grandsons wedding weekend

The only problem was that all four propane tanks were empty. So I went and filled one so we could use the fire pit. House was totally awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

AJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful Vintage Home

It is a beautiful home, but we could not stay. It was absolutely terrifying there. Old children's clothes used as decor, the vintage toy clown acting as guardian of the staircase, and the best was the handprints of guests in the closet! Not our cup of tea, but it really is a beautful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

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

Highly recommend!

This is a great place to stay in Tonganoxie! It's a beautiful old house with lots of cute touches. There are a/c units in the bedrooms which is so helpful in the summer heat. They worked perfectly. The washer and dryer were important to be able to clean our clothes while on a week long trip. We used the swing and the deck. I spent a nice evening looking out over the 20 acres and enjoyed a white tail deer that came onto the property. The house sits just 1 mile from downtown. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thank you Joanna, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay!

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