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The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city!

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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Office 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city!

This cozy, historic getaway is soon to become your new favorite spot to enjoy "The Little Apple." Built in 1859 by K-State's first President Joseph Denison, this newly renovated private guest house is located on the West side of the main home.

Prime location! You are only:
1.0 miles away from Bill Snyder Family Stadium
1.7 mile away from Kansas State University
2.0 miles away from Aggieville
7.4 miles away from Tuttle Creek Lake
10.9 miles away from Konza Prairie Nature Trail

Welcome to The Carriage House - where the past meets the present! The home was built by K-State's first president Joseph Denison in 1859. Since the current owners took possession in 1994, the home has undergone major restoration.

The Carriage House is one of the attached apartments to the original Denison home. It has been updated with new luxury furniture, marble bathroom countertops.

An escape in the middle of the city! Centrally located on the West side of Manhattan, The Carriage House is the perfect spot for travelers to enjoy all of The Little Apple's amenities. The home is set up for your work trip, K-State ball game, tour of campus, or just looking to explore the city!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave used beds unmade! We'll do the work for you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

About the area

Manhattan

Manhattan is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tuttle Creek State Park and Tuttle Creek Recreation Area, while Flint Hills Discovery Center and Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art are cultural highlights. Sunset Zoological Park and Konza Prairie Research Natural Area are also worth visiting.
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Manhattan, KS

What's nearby

  • Kansas State University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bill Snyder Family Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bramlage Coliseum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Manhattan, KS (MHK-Manhattan Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! ?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! on 5 July 2026 start from AU$202, 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.

How much is parking at The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Carriage House - Historic getaway in the heart of the city! located?

Situated in Manhattan, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kansas State University and Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. Bramlage Coliseum and Bill Snyder Family Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Carriage House was a perfect place for our family to stay while we toured KSU with our daughter. Everything you could need, super clean and ideal proximity to campus! Gorgeous property and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place to stay when visiting family in Manhattan! Comfortable, clean, great location, historically charming with modern conveniences, and a wonderful host who is a great communicator!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing! I can’t say enough good things about it! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serena P.

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

Nice home

Such a lovely place in a nice quiet area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Cozy Carriage House

What a charming little place! Plenty of space for the 3 of us. Very welcoming, clean and perfect for our quick stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

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

Perfect!

We loved The Carriage House! It was beautifully decorated and impeccably clean! We will definitely stay here again on our trips to Manhattan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanette E.

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

Excellent

We came for a weekend trip to visit the university and had a great stay. The house was clean and bed was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlan Y.

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

Beautiful Historical Home

The grounds were very beautiful . It was a 5 minute drive to the stadium for the baseball games. The cottage was quiet, and the bed was very comfortable.
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back any time :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

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

Great Accommodation

The property fits its description fully. The Carriage House is clean, comfortable, and quiet, with a little bit of history thrown in.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was just perfect for our needs. It is well maintained. There are plenty of comfort areas throughout the place. I love the thought that went into the arrangement of space, decorations and selections of bedding and towels. It is a very cozy place to be. We had four people in our party, three adults and an older teenager, and we did not feel like we needed more space. The grounds on which this VRBO sits is lovely as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Tranquil getaway

Lovely accommodations exactly as pictured. Friendly hosts and property owners. Tranquil, quiet setting on a beautiful property. Convenient to all things KSU/Manhattan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Soloman D.

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

Totally recommend!

My spouse and I truly enjoyed our time here. Everything was as described, and we found the place welcoming and accessible. The neighborhood is perfect, with all major attractions and restaurants located within a three-mile radius. I can't emphasize enough how much fun we had.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy S.

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

Charming home away from home!

I loved my week at the Carriage House - it was the perfect, comfortable and charming home away from home while I visited family. My sister stayed one night with me and she loved it, too. We were both delivery girls for Dunne’s Pharmacy when we were in high school/college and we had never noticed this tucked away estate property. :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Peaceful stay

Quiet, peaceful stay in accommodations which are exactly as shown in listing. Welcoming, friendly hosts and property owners. Everything needed for meal prep. Beautiful property in convenient location. Would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

English Countryside Manor in Manhattan!

Just wow. This place is incredible. It's part of an estate and you would never know you are in Manhattan. Very convenient location. Super nice owners. Spotless
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

KSU All-Star Band Day

We stayed here to be close to KSU and the stadiums for All-Star Band Day. It was the cutest little cottage!!! It was a wonderful location and so easy to get to campus and Bill Snyder Stadium! There was a Starbucks on the corner as anything else you may need close by, but you felt tucked away in the country! It was clean and Kendra had wonderful communication with any questions we had! Highly recommend! We will define my stay here again if we need to stay the night in MHK!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaylene C.

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

Impeccable!

I can't think of anything that would make the Carriage House more perfect! The location is so convenient, and the grounds are lovely. It was a great place to stay with family to celebrate my son's graduation from KSU. Comfortable, beautiful and well-appointed. Plenty of extra pillows, blankets and towels. So many listings say "well-equipped kitchen," but you get there and it's not... Not the case with the Carriage House. The kitchen is great and genuinely well-equipped. I don't have any kids left to graduate, so I'll have to come up with another reason to spend a weekend in Manhattan at this truly premium property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth F.

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

Perfect place for our family!

We had an amazing stay at this great property. It is in a great location, central to anywhere you'd want to get to in Manhattan - and right next to the grocery store and several restaurants. It is also the perfect place for a family of four. We each had our own space to relax as well as to gather. The property was amazingly clean, easy to find and get to, and Kendra was great with communicating. Our trip into town was delayed to a canceled flight and Kendra was gracious and flexible regarding our stay. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. The only recommendations we have relate to a bit outdated thermostat which was sometimes challenging to adjust. This may sound picky - but the only other suggestion would be some new seating in the family room area to accommodate a family of 4-6. Otherwise - we LOVED our stay and will definitely be back the next time we visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

isabelle p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy S.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kendra McGuire

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Hi there! We are McGuire Real Estate Management. We are a husband and wife duo. Both originally from Wichita but now proudly call ourselves "Manhattanites." We moved to the area in 2017 and have grown fond of the outdoor trails, friendly community, and K-State sports games! Go cats!

I believe that the best memories are made when people come together, and that’s why I love hosting. My passion for community drives me to create a warm and inviting space where guests can relax, connect, and enjoy their time away from home.

I take pride in every detail of my properties, from the decor to thoughtful amenities, ensuring that your stay is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a getaway with friends, or a peaceful retreat, I’m here to help make your experience memorable.

I love sharing local tips, recommending hidden gems, and providing a friendly atmosphere where you can feel right at home. Let's create wonderful memories together! I can’t wait to welcome you.

What makes this property unique

The Carriage House is a hidden gem that beautifully blends history with modern comfort. Here’s what makes our property truly special:

Historic Roots: Once part of the estate of Joseph Denison, the first president of K-State, this newly renovated private guest house retains its historic charm while offering contemporary amenities. Staying here, you’ll feel connected to the rich educational legacy of Manhattan.

Thoughtful Renovation: The Carriage House features updated decor and modern furnishings, ensuring a cozy and inviting atmosphere. With spacious living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable bedrooms, it’s perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring.

Prime Location: You can’t beat our location! We’re just 1.0 mile from Bill Snyder Family Stadium, 1.7 miles from Kansas State University, and 2.0 miles from Aggieville, where you’ll find vibrant dining and nightlife. For outdoor enthusiasts, Tuttle Creek Lake is only 7.4 miles away, and the stunning Konza Prairie Nature Trail is 10.9 miles away.

Personalized Experience: I’m dedicated to making your stay unforgettable. From high-quality linens to curated local recommendations, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to ensure your comfort and enjoyment.

Staying at The Carriage House means immersing yourself in history while enjoying modern conveniences, all within a prime location in Manhattan, KS. Come and experience a peaceful getaway!

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