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Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!

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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, towels, toilet paper
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 374.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May

Explore the area

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Shelton, NE
  • Popular LocationAudubon Rowe Sanctuary23 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Platte River Road Archway24 min drive
  • AirportKearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional)27 min drive
  • Popular LocationClassic Car Collection28 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing!

Come relax in the country! The apartment is located inside a newly constructed shed/barn. It has one bedroom, one bathroom (shower only, no bathtub), and a spacious living room and kitchen with all appliances except a dishwasher. We do have a very friendly farm dog on the property, so please take note if this will be an issue for you.

Crane season - perfect location! We typically book very early out for crane season. There is private access to the Platte River which is the perfect setting for bird watching (might be off-limits during hunting season - Fall/Winter - Please contact to check), especially cranes during crane season! The owner will also help you set up on the Platte River for private bird watching during crane season. A private pond is located in the pasture right outside of the barn for fishing and quiet nights relaxing. Our pasture and cornfields are typically filled with cranes during the season. We are conveniently located to the south of Shelton, Nebraska off of Interstate 80. We are within 10-15 minutes of two crane viewing spots - Rowe Santuary and the Crane Trust Nature Center. You will have unlimited access to the Platte River for optimal crane viewing all season long!

Pets are welcome to stay for a $25 fee.

Property manager

Alie Kropp

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 800 sq ft (74.3 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Crane Nature Lovers Dream
Nature Lovers Dream - Fishing and Wildlife Wood River
"Barn" Apartment in the Country with Private Platte River Access

About the area

Shelton

Located in Shelton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The Frank House and Harold Warp Pioneer Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bumblebees and Big Apple Fun Center. Trails and Rails Museum and Heartland Public Shooting Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Audubon Rowe Sanctuary - 23 min drive
  • Great Platte River Road Archway - 24 min drive
  • Younes Conference Center South - 26 min drive
  • Viaero Event Center - 26 min drive
  • Classic Car Collection - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Kearney, NE (EAR-Kearney Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rise & Grind - 10 min drive
  • Daisy Queen - 9 min drive
  • Motor Inn Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
  • The Chubby Monkey - 16 min drive
  • Sportsman Bar - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! on 29 May 2024 start from €136.39, 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.

What time is check-in at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crane and Nature Lovers Dream - Perfect for Crane Viewing! located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Platte River and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from War Axe State Recreation Area. Windmill State Recreation Area is 10 mi (16.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 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. 0 out of 85 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lizann F., Papillion Nebraska

Liked: Cleanliness
Nebraska life
Perfect respite when traveling across I-80 to get a taste of Nebraska life. Just off the Interstate, nicely decorated in hunting motif, pasture view from bedroom window. Owners & 2 farm dogs very welcoming, barn is very pet friendly. Owners will contain their dogs if they bother, but we found them fun & part of the Nebraska life theme!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place.
Nice property, great value and everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it but…
It faces towards their property and the highways right there, which you can hear really well at night because there’s nothing blocking the sound which made it a little difficult for me to sleep. However, that is a personal preference. I just wish that I had known it was that close to the highway. Other than that I really enjoyed it in the bed super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
A stop over on the way to Denver. Big hit with our dogs and us! Comfortable, clean, cozy with a pretty rural view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to crane watch from
Comfortable and clean place to stay. We were able to walk out and view the cranes around dawn and it was spectacular. I was somewhat uncomfortable in the bed but the stay was so nice I couldn’t take a full star off of the review.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri M., Harbor City, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Dog-Friendly Place
Quiet, unfussy place to stay... perfect for those traveling with dogs. Full of character; clean and comfortable. Host was very responsive. I look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Darcy S., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for Seeing the Sandhill Cranes
We enjoyed our stay. It was very comfortable. The living room/kitchen is spacious. The bed was a very firm memory foam mattress. The dogs were very friendly when we arrived. The apartment reminded us of a hunting camp. It was decorated with lots of bird & deer trophies. The location was very convenient to the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Sanctuary.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location plus comfort
Well suited for exploring the crane activities on and off the Platte. Alie is super responsive. The property is comfortably decorated and furnished with everything one could need for a short stay. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sandhill Crane Excursion
My wife and I stayed here so we could watch the Sandhill Crane migration. The property is wonderful. It's clean and setup with everything we needed to cook and enjoy our time. The location is absolutely ideal for viewing the migration. The owners are really nice and their farm dogs are very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don-Dorothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent place to come and view the sand hill cranes. Nearby drive saw hundreds of bird both daytime and evening and early am. Place was very clean and comfortable. Kitchen was nice to do a little meal making on our own. Recommend this with 5 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024