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Be Well Bunkhouse - Tranquil Home with Rustic Charm & Homey Touches

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Kearney, NE
  • University of Nebraska Kearney
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Big Apple Fun Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Younes Conference Center South
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Come enjoy peace and quiet in this 4 bedroom farmhouse.

  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (6)
The price is NZ$382
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Come enjoy peace and quiet in this 4 bedroom farmhouse.

About the area

Kearney

Located in Kearney, this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of University of Nebraska Kearney and The Frank House. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Cottonmill Lake and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Meadowlark Hills Golf Course.
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What's nearby

  • University of Nebraska Kearney - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Big Apple Fun Center - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Classic Car Collection - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Younes Conference Center South - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Viaero Event Center - 10 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Be Well Bunkhouse - Tranquil Home with Rustic Charm & Homey Touches

The Be Well Bunkhouse offers tranquil beauty while allowing guests to enjoy the sights, sounds & splendors of the surrounding working horse ranch. This cozy bunkhouse is newly renovated & welcomes guests with its sweet rustic charm & abundance of homey touches. The home can accommodate 10 guests with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & a sleeper sofa. With ample light, a homelike living & dining area & a tranquil deck you and your guests are sure to find comfort & connection during your stay!

Important Things to Know About Our Home:

The bunkhouse allows guest to enjoy the unique blend of country life, while still being within 5 - 10 minutes of Kearney's restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, entertainment, fuel, etc. The ranch is easily accessible from town via paved roads, though note that the roads on the ranch leading to the bunkhouse as well as the bunkhouse parking lot are gravel.

The bunkhouse and entire surrounding premises are non-smoking of any kind. As such, this home is not a good fit for people who smoke.

The bunkhouse is pet friendly with some limitations in place to ensure that the home does not feel like a pet home to non-pet guests. Specifically, pets are not allowed in the carpeted parts of the home or on furniture. Various gates are provided to ensure that pets remain on the linoleum floored areas of the home only or outside in the large provided dog run. As well, all pets must be well behaved and not have an nuisance or otherwise destructive behaviors. Guests should indicate the plan to bring a pet in the booking reservation and an additional pet fee will apply.

The location of the bunkhouse on the ranch offers privacy and a serene, secluded location, though guests should expect the occasional passing by of ranch vehicles/machinery, ranch personnel, and horses and/or goats as a part of the daily working ranch operations.

The bunkhouse is located on an active working horse ranch allowing guests to enjoy the sights and sounds of a western style ranch amidst a lovely pastoral setting. Guests may observe the horses and goats, but feeding, petting or otherwise interacting with any of the animals in an unsupervised manner is prohibited.

The bunkhouse is accessed via a gravel road which is accessed through an automatic gate with a code. The code for entrance will be sent prior to arrival.

The bunkhouse shares the parking lot with a single RV site which may, at times, have an RV/camper in it during a guests stay.

Although we welcome children and infants please note that the home has not been baby-proofed, though we do now provide some baby travel essentials for guests use. Horses and goats travel on the road in front of the bunkhouse and there is also a seasonal water canal. As such, children should never be left unattended outside.

There are security cameras throughout the ranch, but please note there are no cameras at the bunkhouse to respect the privacy of our guests.

Overnight horse boarding is also available for travelers. Contact us for rates and details.

The ranch is within an 1/8 of a mile to the entrance of Cottonmill Lake State Park allowing guests to enjoy park access within a short walk or very short drive. The park offers hiking, biking, fishing, boating, frisbee golf, playgrounds, BBQ pits, swimming (seasonal), a nature barn (seasonal), wildlife viewing and more!

The ranch is within 5 minutes of the University of Nebraska Kearney.

The ranch also provides excellent access to Sandhill Crane viewing areas such as Fort Kearny (15 minutes) and Rowe Sanctuary (25 minutes). During the famous spring crane migration cranes also frequently fly directly over the ranch and feed in the neighboring corn fields.

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For additional photos, videos and 3D tour please visit the Be Well Bunkhouse FB page.

*** Find full video tour of the Be Well Bunkhouse on YouTube by searching:
Be Well Bunkhouse ***
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Emily Johnson

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Be Well Bunkhouse - Tranquil Home with Rustic Charm & Homey Touches Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol H., Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay!
The bunkhouse was very nice, clean, and well-stocked. It was perfect for our group of 4, plenty of room and very comfortable. Most of our time was spent away, viewing Sandhill Cranes, but the time we were there, was very good. The host was very responsive to my questions, which is always a huge bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay To See The Cranes
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Be Well Bunkhouse! The home had everything we needed to cook our food and sleep in comfy beds. The horses and goats were a delight to see each day. We were very close to many crane viewing locations. The home was very clean and comfortable and the owner very responsive. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Place To Stay!
This was a great place to stay..clean and quiet. My family liked that this place was a couple miles out of town but still an easy drive to restaurants, shopping, and attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to stay
Very clean and organized. We enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Lenexa, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great grad weekend
Perfect spot for a long grad weekend. Home overall excellent. Kitchen well stocked with cookware and dishes for me to cook meals. We played games and watched movies. Very relaxing. Will.still again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome thanksgiving holiday
Comfortable,warm,and convenient. Family came and went. But some nights I was there alone. Felt very safe and warm. Was during a very cold snap. Sunsets were beautiful. Grandkids got a kick out of the animals around. Thanks to Emily!! I would stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Clean and perfect for our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bunk house
The bunkhouse is a great place to stay. It is peaceful and quiet. You could see the horses that are on the property along with the goats. My great grandson love taking walks with me to look at the horses and the goats. I really loved that all the cabinets were labeled so it wasn’t hard to find things that you needed to cook. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carneys to Kearney!
Loved the full-sized frig, oven, microwave, washer/dryer, appliances, dishes, bedding (fabulous!), huge table, plenty of chairs, deck table & chairs, sweet entertainment equip. The running of the horses each day! Parked 4 cars. Quick response from property manager. Easy checkout. Location was quiet, private, canal views, horses. We came here for our first family reunion (IA, NE, CO) and would stay here again! (We loved Kearney as well - Apple Fun Center, Harmon & Harvey parks, public library - HyVee, WalMart, lots of resturants.)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house near a great park
The house was perfect for our family stay while we attended a wedding. Beds were comfy and we didn’t lack for anything while we were there. It was so fun seeing all the horses and other livestock. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bunk house stay
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
I really liked the location of this rental. Behind a locked gate (we had the code) which gave us a peace of mind knowing other than the property owners on one else had access to the bunkhouse. Clean, safe and secure which places the bunkhouse in the top tier of rentals.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet retreat close to town.
Lovely stay - so peaceful and quiet just a couple of minutes away from town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail V., Palmer, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, peaceful place.
We stayed here so we could watch the cranes at Rowe Sanctuary. We had early mornings and late evenings, but the Bunkhouse was always quiet so we could catch up on our sleep. The beds were comfortable and all the amenities made our stay easy and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for Sandhill Crane migration
This VRBO was the perfect place for a group of 5. Very comfortable. The property is great space for walking and fun to be on a working horse ranch. Very well located for all our crane viewing trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome!
great experience and fun house - kind of grandma in the best way.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A space for all
We were a family of six with 2 dogs visiting during a family crisis. The bunk house gave a space for all of our family to have their own space yet be together during the holidays. The peaceful environment was just what we needed with the added perk of being just a few minutes away from the rest of our family. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
We are from the Kearney area and came back to visit family! Great place. Nice and clean. Loved the horses and the farm
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental!
Plenty of room for six of us. Enough room to entertain 26 one evening for supper to celebrate birthdays/anniversaries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Stay
Cute country bunkhouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kari F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grand time with the great grand kids
Our great grand children especially liked the goats and the horses. We had a fabulous time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura L., Saint Joseph, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
family weekend
We enjoyed our stay at the Be Well Bunkhouse. Lots of space for us to spread out, well stocked kitchen, great outdoor fenced in area for our puppy, and fun areas to go for walks and explore (to wear out the puppy.) We also like the layout of the house with a bedroom on one side, and 2 bedrooms on the other side.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dalaina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter family gathering.
We enjoyed the setting of being on a horse ranch. The patio was perfect and we had a delicious Easter lunch prepared in the kitchen. Very enjoyable. The house was well stocked and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful ranch tucked away but so close to town
Great location, cozy decor and comfortable home. We really enjoyed our time at the Be Well Bunkhouse and highly recommend it. Being around the horses and goats provided extra enjoyment and we loved the dog-friendly accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Had a great experience at the Bunkhouse! Everything was so comfortable and well organized. It was perfect for our family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023