Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home…
Built between Scenic By-way #177 and the BNSF tracks the Frontier Store House in Matfield Green is as peaceful as can be. It started as a log cabin in 1868. Town “developer” David Mercer, after whom a nearby creek was named, built it and ran a frontier store and post office; a few years later, a stone room was added. Both the log cabin and stone room were preserved when, in the late 1880s, a two-story addition was created.
After having stood empty for more than 40 years, the Frontier Store House was beautifully restored and renewed, and became a comfortable very well insulated family retreat and guest house. Only steps away from the tallgrass prairie and open range cattle country, this home away from home is perfect for long weekends and vacations.
Ready for a Flint Hills adventure? The tallgrass prairie surrounding Matfield Green is a national treasure worth discovering. Just north of the little town you will find Pioneer Bluffs historic ranch and The Gallery at Pioneer Bluffs. The Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is 20 miles north in Strong City. Cottonwood Falls is also worth your visit; check out the historic courthouse and don't forget to climb the stairs to the old jail. West of Cottonwood Falls you'll find Chase State Fishing Lake. A wonderful daytrip is a visit to the Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan, KS. Lots of informative displays and educational exhibits and a great short film about the Flint Hills will keep you captive. Just follow # 177 north.
You'll find restaurants and groceries in Strong City and Cottonwood Falls as well as in El Dorado and Emporia. NO PETS.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Used towels and bedding should be placed on the floor of the downstairs bathroom.
Gather all trash and leave in the kitchen. If you are staying during the week, trash is picked up on Wed. morning. Please place trash near the cement steps leading up from the road on Wed. morning.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Matfield Green
Matfield Green is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Swope Park and Bates Grove Park, while Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch and Roniger Memorial Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Flint Hills Rodeo Grounds - 24 min drive - 38.7 km
El Dorado State Park - 26 min drive - 46.1 km
Emporia State University - 31 min drive - 64.8 km
Getting around
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Matfield Green Service Area - Kansas Turnpike - 10 min drive
Dairy Queen - 9 min drive
The Hitchin Post - 5 min walk
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home… pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home…?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home… on 31 May 2026 start from AU$175, 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 Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home…?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home…?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home…?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Frontier Store House - With a historic cabin inside the inviting home… located?
Situated in Matfield Green, this holiday home is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch and within 20 miles (32 km) of Roniger Memorial Museum and Chase County Courthouse. Chase County Historical Society Museum and Swope Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Amazing harvest table for sharing a meal with my family, and later, putting together puzzles and playing games!Our host was courteous, accommodating, and we deeply appreciated her!
Absolutely loved my stay! Perfect location for the Heartland 50k that I was running. Such a peaceful place to rest and recover. Would love to come back again!
We had a wonderful stay; it was exactly what we needed. No TV, no electronic distractions, and plenty of nature as far as the eye can see all around you. Had a great time painting in the yard on canvas and playing board games with the family. Plenty of hiking opportunities with many photo opportunities exist around here, and I even had the chance to see a herd of bison.
Such a lovely little home, feels filled with so much history. Hosts are just as lovely and the area is stunning. We very much enjoyed our stay, interesting books available to read, and the the kitchen was set up well for our needs. Beds are pretty firm, with comfortable linens, and fluffy towels. The trains being right outside was very interesting but if you are sensitive to sound, do bring your earplugs
I just finished a 4-day stay at the Frontier. This is a fantastic home, equipt with pretty much EVERYTHING you can imagine needing. Staying here makes you feel as if you are almost taking a step back in time...which definitely takes the stress of a busy life away. The communication with the caretaker was also top notch. We even had some great conversations with them, which is what I always look for when I travel -- meeting new people is what it's all about. Mayfield Green is a quaint little town surrounded by some beautiful prairie land, so make sure you get out there and explore while you stay! I will be back for sure next time I am in town. 10/10 for sure! Thank you SO MUCH!!
Lovely home, built around a log cabin, exposing the original logs. Furnished with tasteful antiques, well stocked kitchen, two bedrooms with separate baths. We enjoyed the trains passing by (no blasting horns!) The community is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend it.
It was only 20 minutes from tallgrass praire national preserve and we loved the area. The house has a lot of charm with an essence from another time but with modern amenities. We would stay here again.
The house was as charming as it was in the pictures. We were there for a wedding at Pioneer Bluffs and the location couldn’t have been better! Our stay took us back to a simpler time that was more carefree!
Can’t say enough great things about our stay here! Not only is the house an amazing historical experience but we couldn’t have asked for better hosts. My family is already talking about coming back here to stay soon.
Michael G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thank you for choosing us and Matfield Green during your visit to the Flint Hills!