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[2BR] The Sunburst Retreat

Vacation home near University of Kansas in Lawrence

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lawrence, KS
  • Place, University of Kansas
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Theatre Lawrence
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Allen Fieldhouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Lawrence

In Lawrence .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find University of Kansas and Massachusetts Street. Theatre Lawrence and Spencer Museum of Art are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Street - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Kansas - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Theatre Lawrence - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Haskell Indian Nations University - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Allen Fieldhouse - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 6 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bullwinkle's Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nagoya Japanese Cuisine - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

[2BR] The Sunburst Retreat

Welcome to The Sunburst Retreat a bold and stylish 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home where midcentury modern design meets UNO-inspired colors. Located in a quiet, secure neighborhood, this retreat is within walking distance of KU’s basketball stadium and just minutes from Mass Street dining and shopping.

Highlights:

Prime Location: Walk to KU basketball games or take a 3-minute drive to downtown Lawrence.

Privacy: No neighbors directly next door for a quiet, peaceful stay.

Stylish Design: Newly renovated with vibrant, midcentury-inspired décor.

Entertainment: Spacious living area with a 75-inch TV, seating for 5, and a dining area for 4—perfect for game days or movie nights.

Comfort: Memory foam beds, bright living spaces, washer/dryer, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Garage Parking: Private one-car garage available (manual access only; no remote provided).

Location:

Walk to KU basketball stadium
3-minute drive to Mass Street restaurants and shops
Close to parks and local attractions

Things to Know:

Dining area seats 4, not designed for larger gatherings.
Living room chairs are stylish but delicate—please handle with care.
Garage is available for use, but remote is not provided for security reasons.
No pets or smoking permitted.

Why Guests Love It:

The Sunburst Retreat is the perfect balance of style, convenience, and comfort. Whether you’re here for a KU game, exploring Lawrence, or enjoying a quiet getaway, this vibrant home offers a unique and memorable stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

[2BR] The Sunburst Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean and great location. The check in and process was super simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leasa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leasa N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place and can’t wait to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

The decor was really pleasant and the location was convenient to nearby businesses.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for move in at KU. Slept our family of four perfectly and was super close to everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a really cute place. The sheets, bedding, and towels were high quality and very soft. The location is perfect if you are there to visit the campus or a student on campus. It is a busy street (esp with road construction right now), but it was really very quiet in the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great location for moving my niece into her sorority house. Although i was nervous about the construction next door, there was no extra noise we could hear. Fernando was so helpful and got back to me right away when I had a question!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was cute and comfy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, relaxing stay

Wonderful, relaxing stay. Felt comfortable and easy check in/out. Very clean. Easy access to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesomely about all things needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and well maintained. Ended up having to have my kids there for a few days and there was enough space for everyone. Enjoyed our stay and would definitely book it again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was as expected. Didn’t like the lack of communication of where the property was located (address) or how to get in the unit prior to the stay. But once in, the stay was as expected. I will say the furniture is to be looked at, not used. Wonderfully designed and stylist, but not sturdy enough for volume usage. Other than that. Good unit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, cute, cute

The decoration in this house just makes one happy!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Perfect place to stay while wanting to do some shopping in legends. Very clean and quiet little home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and cozy. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Splendid stay

A great little house, unassuming on the outside and cheerily decorated on the inside. This house was a great location for us and two bedrooms helped us to spread out. Host was very responsive and the house was well priced. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kelli Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a fabulous place to stay! Quiet neighborhood but still close to Mass St and KU. House was just as listed. Very clean. Really enjoyed being able to park in the garage. The only issue we had was the WiFi not working for 3 of our 5 day stay. The owner was responsive but unfortunately had to get a technician out to fix the issues so it took a few days to resolve. Will definitely be staying here again. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delores P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

My stay was fantastic. So cutely and comfortably decorated. Nice to have garage stall. Comfortable beds and bedding. Location worked perfectly for my visit. Great amenities!! Nice to have the whole house for the stay! Will definitely stay here again when available for my visits.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness

This home is bright and clean

Close to everything. We had enough supplies. And very clean. Beds slept good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abe R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet spot!

This place was awesome. Super clean and had everything we needed. Would highly recommend for groups of 2-4!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 19-year-old son and I stayed at the Sunburst Retreat when we were in town for a tour of Kansas University - Lawrence. The location was perfect - it was a short walk to campus and Mass Street, where the shops and restaurants are located. I love how it is decorated, and it was great for us to each have our own rooms and also a living room to hang out in together. Highly recommend! If my son ends up going to KU this would be a great home base for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

girls trip

One night in Lawrence for dining and shopping. This residence was nice and centrally located.We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick stay

This was the cutest little place! Super clean and easy entry process. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick stay

House was adorable and clean! Host was very friendly and great communication. Everything was a breeze!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025