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Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Open floorplan making it easy to enjoy your stay with the family
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 568.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Topeka, KS
  • Place, Lake Shawnee
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stormont Vail Events Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Washburn University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Modern Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!

Whether you're looking for an escape from the city, visiting family or just passing through, this modern cabin is the perfect retreat. With the lake just across the street, bonfire with everything you need to make s'mores, watch the stars on the back deck, stream your favorite Netflix shows, bring your fur-babies and keep them safe in the fenced yard, relax on our luxury mattresses and enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning in the screened in porch. If you need anything, I'm a call away!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There will be a $25 non-refundable pet fee per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Clean up after pets outside/inside. They must be potty trained if they are not kenneled
Remove all used linens from beds. Start a load in the washer prior to leaving.
Any used dishes must be ran in dishwasher. All trash taken out to trashcan. All furniture moved to original spot.

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 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

Topeka

Located in Topeka, this holiday home is on a lake. Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site and Ward Meade Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kossover Tennis Center and Regal West Ridge. Topeka Zoological Park and Sports Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby kayaking, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Topeka, KS

What's nearby

  • Lake Shawnee - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Topeka Performing Arts Center - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kansas State Capitol - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Stormont Vail Events Center - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Washburn University - 9 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Topeka Station - 8 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey’s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly Home by Lake Shawnee! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Shawnee and within 6 miles (10 km) of Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Site and Topeka Performing Arts Center. Stormont Vail Events Center and Kansas State Capitol are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Quiet and clean.

Very quiet area and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, well equipped kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

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

Happy at the lake

Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KINDRA H.

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

Quaint House, Great Location

Perfect little house for our trip to watch softball. Short walk to the Lake Shawnee Softball Fields. Trails around the lake were great for morning walks. Convenient location with restaurants and shopping nearby. Beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. Owner was readily available. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Meagan C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls weekend

The house was good for our group of 3 but it needed some work on cleanliness. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

fun time

The lake is great. The VRBO was nice. Fishing was fun and i would do it again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Base camp for Unbound Gravro

This was our second year in a row staying at this place for the Unbound gravel race in Emporia. The bedrooms are spacious and comfy, but the screen porch is our favorite place to hang out. It’s located on a short culdesac close to the lake, so there’s no traffic buzzing by. It was a great base camp for our cycling adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Pam D.

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

Lake House

It was nice,it rained most of our stay, so we couldn’t take advantage of the lake and screened in porch. Outside number on the house would be nice. We stopped at the neighbors first.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julie D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worked

Worked for us. Could use a long dresser in the MB to put your small stuff and personal bath items as there is not a vanity in the bathroom. Laundry area needs a good cleaning, dryer lint and spilled laundry soap that hasn’t been cleaned up. Didn’t cook but appeared to have most everything one might need to cook a basic meal.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan R., Shawnee, KS, USA

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

Pleasant Topeka Stay

The house was as advertised and extremely. Seth was quick to respond to all messages and quickly addressed any issues. The inside of the house was exactly as advertised and the screened in porch was great. The fenced in back yard was really overgrown with weeds as was the fire pit. We had to dig out the fire pit just to make it functional. All in all the house met our needs but the outdoor space could use some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is quiet and a great place to stay. This is our 2nd time staying here and this is the first place I look for to see if available when coming to Topeka Ks. Love the screened in porch while drinking my morning coffee.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

B.Arlene Z.

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

Nice location, nice inside

The inside of this rental is just as it's shown. Bright and clean, not too big but big enough for two. The outside needs some work such as the lawn needs cut and trimmed and porches needed cleaned. Otherwise a nice place to rent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

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

Just right

Convenient home just the right size and very clean and comfortable for a stop in Topeka walkable to the lakefront.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Clean and upgraded .

Loved rural setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michaela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is my second time staying in this home! It's cute, comfy, and in the perfect location next to the lake, stores, and good food! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tena E.

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

Peaceful lake house

Quiet, peaceful retreat near a lake. Everything was clean and orderly, the screened in porch was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

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

Perfect for us

The location was perfect for being really close to the lake. We felt safe and tucked away. Loved the screen room to sit out and listen to the rain. Hosts came out to tend to a few things like the screen door and the pin pad battery
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Great Rental

Being so close (less than a block) from Lake Shawnee was amazing. Great way to get in relaxing walks with our pup throughout the day. Easy access to the interstate. Older but super comfortable house with awesome shower water pressure. The lights on the screened in porch were a great touch. Will definitely book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

New Year’s Retreat

This little house by Lake Shawnee was a great launching off point for seeing family in the area, touring museums, and most of all resting from the Holidays. Walking the dog along the lake really helped me decompress from the Holidays and recenter and reset for the new year. The inside of the house was exceptionally clean. Backyard could benefit from a leaf raking. That said, I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Just what we needed

Cozy and comfortable, a stones throw from park and lake. Very convenient to services, restaurants and anything you need. Quiet neighborhood. Rea
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krista S.

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

My stay

This little house is a great place to stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Richard C.

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

Cozy little place

As describe on the listing. Easy communication
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

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

Visiting family

Nice place to stay. Very quiet neighborhood. Loved the screened in porch to drink my morning coffee.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Lake get away

Cute little cottage that was nicely refurbished! Very convenient to our family reunion.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Swim Meet Retreat

We were in Topeka for a four day swim meet. The house is cozy and the perfect place to recharge between swim sessions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Seth Froese

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My wife and I grew up and work in the Topeka area. We have a newborn and two fur-babies that keep us on our toes. During pregnancy, we decided we wanted to try a new adventure together. With my background in real estate and her creative ability to make something come to life, we turned a house into an experience!

Why they chose this property

We live just down the road from this property. But it’s not just the convenience that sold us, it’s the opportunity for guests. We absolutely love what Lake Shawnee has offered us in the time we’ve lived here. From the walking trails, to the tennis courts, 4th of July fireworks show, new bark park, venues we’ve used for All of our events and more! And the fact that it’s right across the street is incredible.

We always had family come in town during our wedding functions and there was absolutely NO WHERE to stay on the SE side of town, so we saw a need and wanted to help fix it.

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