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The Garden Carriage House

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden floor, a mirror, and a door leading to a balcony.
A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and pendant lighting.
A dining area with a wooden table, six chairs, and a large mirror on the wall.
A house with a sloped roof, large sliding glass doors, and a well-maintained lawn.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Stilwell, KS
  • Place, Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Corbin Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Overland Park Soccer Complex
    ‪11 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Garden Carriage House

Nature oasis of intimate gardens, lush forests, peaceful pond, and scenic views.

The Garden Carriage House is a lovely garden setting on 10 acres. We are located on the south end of Overland Park, Kansas on the edge of the Blue River Valley. This nature escape is surrounded by lush forests, a peaceful pond with a stone bridge, and intimate garden walkways designed by Artist and Photographer Kelly Daniels. This space is perfect for one to reflect, a couple's romantic getaway, or a fun family vacation (children LOVE exploring here). 5 minutes to grocery store, great restaurants and 20-30 minutes to Downtown Kansas City and The Country Club Plaza!

Some activities for you to do here:
Catch and release fishing in the pond.
Hike along the forest trails.
Enjoy a fire - cozy up with your loved ones or roast s'mores
Watch the sunrises and sunsets light up the entire sky
Stargazing
Enjoy our friendly ducks at the pond
Visit our chickens in their coop
See the local wildlife of turkeys, hawks, deer, and foxes
Get family portraits taken by photographer Kelly Daniels on her property
Drop in for a nature connection event hosted here

A Native American Tipi is also on the land for educational purposes and must be reserved for special retreats.

If this is booked during the time you are looking, check out our other rental on the property - The Garden Suite!

**If you plan to bring pets, we know they will love it here, too! Please keep them on a leash. If you leave the house, pets are required to be kept in a kennel. $30 pet fee.**

Please be nice, friendly and respectful. This is a quiet area, not meant for loud events. We want people who appreciate nature in a peaceful setting.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Very kid friendly! pond, woods, ducks, firepit
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Case by case basis - please inquire
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you have a pet, please keep on leash. If you leave the property, pet is required to be in kennel.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 692554vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Stilwell

Located in Stilwell, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Ironhorse Golf Club and Heritage Park Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Overland Park Soccer Complex or Minor park tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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Stilwell, KS

What's nearby

  • Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Corbin Park - 9 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Prairiefire - 9 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Overland Park Soccer Complex - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Museum at Prairiefire - 11 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Lee's Summit Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Iron Horse Bar & Grill Leawood - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪of course. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Garden Carriage House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at The Garden Carriage House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Garden Carriage House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Garden Carriage House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Garden Carriage House located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of AdventHealth South Overland Park, Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and Saint Luke's Community Hospital - South Overland Park. Ironhorse Golf Club and Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 85 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very calming and beautiful surroundings!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to everything you could want to do in Johnson county/ kc. Even with it being close to everything when you go back to the cottage it feels like your far out in the beautiful country side amazing veiws very quiet place to escape the caos of the city. We will definitely be trying to book this anytime im in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had our three year old Granddaughter with us and she absolutely loved the chickens, ducks, and horses. Loved the wild flowers and the quiet. A little cumbersome with the bedroom upstairs and the bathroom downstairs. Especially when I had to go in the middle of the night. Lighting in bathroom was poor. All in all we enjoyed our stay…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was spectacular, such a fun place to stay! The owner is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
open space and gardens. quit, no one around, balcony off bed room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location. House was comfortable and pretty well stocked. The chickens and ducks stole the show.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was great, but seems that it would have been much nicer 5 years prior. Dated, but host was very attentive. Would stay in it again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative and kind. The on site massages by Sam were outstanding. It was very peaceful and a lovely piece of property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful stay

Great property to explore, helpful and thoughtful hosts, great price, perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is a must see; it's very serene/quaint, and tucked off away from others. A total escape from the hustle of NOLA.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. Great country setting with chickens, ducks, horses and more. We really enjoyed having our morning coffee on the second floor deck. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend stay!

Great place for a family getaway! The kids had a lot of fun using the zip line and kayaks and it was so peaceful and relaxing at the carriage house. Kelly was a fantastic host and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful hidden gem

What an incredible place for a young family to use as a home base for a long weekend. The zip line and trails were great activities and getting to watch the wildlife from the living room and deck was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful getaway

We enjoyed this country-ish escape so close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Stay in Overland Park

We were in the area to visit a family member. The house was very charming and comfortable. While it was in a quiet, pastoral location, it was very conveniently located, making it easy to get around
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend trip

Exactly as described, perfect for our family! Little guy loved being able to see the animals and walk the trails! So much fun despite the rain
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for our needs!

Great communication and Kelly was very accommodating and easy to work with- nice location and it’s such a cute little place with a country setting but still reasonably close to shopping and entertainment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for me and my dog

I needed an Airb&b close to the working dog competion that we were participating in. It is a great venue with plenty of room to walk and exercise my dog. I loved the horses, chickens, ducks and especially the fresh eggs. Great service as well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot

Easy check in, very clean and everything you need it enjoy your stay. We had a mom and daughter thanksgiving with our two dogs. Loved seeing the horses every morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Getaway

The host was very communicative and accommodating. The area was secluded and extremely peaceful. It was a wonderfully relaxing place to come back to after being out and about during the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderfully relaxing

We had a great time ! We needed a get away to just chill and relax. Given we were in KC we thought we may check out some of the local things , But after getting to the cottage we decided we didn't need to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peacefulness

Beautiful property. It was the perfect spot for nature walks - a favorite pastime.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short weekend trip

Property could not be easier to find. Very easy to access & probably the best/easiest checkout instructions of any property we've ever used on vrbo. Very nice & quiet location & surprisingly comfortable bed. An easy 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Daniels

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Creating artwork and a beautiful healing space in the forest for guests and children has been a passion for Kelly Daniels when she designed and built her original home here 30 Years. . . Her property here faces the beautiful valley of the headwaters of the Blue River, which was considered a sacred place and previously the main camp of the Blackbob tribe of Shawnee Indians. She is a certified forest therapy guide with ANFT and takes people on walks identifying the wild edible and medical plants and teaching people how to help themselves heal in nature.
Her artwork and gardens have been featured in national magazines such as Midwest Living magazine, Kansas City Homes and Gardens magazine, Kansas City Home Design magazine, and the Independent magazine among others.. She has been featured with her work on the Women Today show on channel 41, Fox 4 news, and channel 5 news garden shows.
She also specializes in creating scenic portrait art of children, families and weddings in her gardens, reminiscent of the Impressionist style. She embeds photographs into canvas and applies oils and dyes to enhance color and perfect the images, creating very personal pieces of art.

Why they chose this property

Her property here faces the beautiful valley of the headwaters of the Blue River, which was considered a sacred place and previously the main camp of the Blackbob tribe of Shawnee Indians. People are always amazed at how much nature completely envelopes the property of 10 acres as it’s located by 100 acres of Johnson County Parks . It is also only 5 minutes from beautiful grocery stores , restaurants and easy access to downtown Kansas City .

What makes this property unique

Nature escape, yet close to Kansas City local attractions, very rare!

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