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Sunshine House

Family-friendly holiday home in Ellis

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Nestled on a corner lot, this unique house boasts 4 bedrooms and two baths with large living space in the middle. With floor to ceiling windows in the east living room, morning sun warms up the cozy space. Enjoy grilling and dining alfresco on a nice brick patio under large trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

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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.

Sunshine House

This unique house began as a duplex in 1958 but midway through building became a single family home. Since 1958, the house has had two owners, both within the same Nicholson family. It has 4 bedrooms and two baths with large living space in the middle of the house. It is situated on a corner lot with a front driveway and a back driveway. The back entrance is handicap accessible and one bathroom is also handicap accessible. A nice brick patio in the backyard allows for grilling, dining alfresco and relaxing under large trees. The house has floor to ceiling windows in the east living room which allows the morning sun to make the room warm and cozy. This house is perfect for families, couples, family reunions, or girl-friend get-a-way weekends.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking 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

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not 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
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
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

Sunshine House Ellis
Sunshine House Private vacation home
Sunshine House Private vacation home Ellis

About the area

Ellis is home to this holiday home. Walter P. Chrysler Boyhood Home and Fort Hays State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course and Big Creek Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Hays Aquatic Park, or check out an event or a game at RPM Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting.
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Ellis, KS

What's nearby

  • Walter P. Chrysler Boyhood Home - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ellis Railroad Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ellis Baptist Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bukovina Society Headquarters and Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort Hays State University - 16 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Hays, KS (HYS-Hays Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A&W All American Food - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Shady Lady Saloon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ellis Country Club - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunshine House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunshine House?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunshine House on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$217.16, 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 Sunshine House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunshine House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunshine House?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sunshine House located?

This family-friendly Ellis holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Walter P. Chrysler Boyhood Home, Ellis Railroad Museum and Ellis Baptist Church. Bukovina Society Headquarters and Museum is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.

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Sunshine House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

Great stay

Homey place and very big for a large group! Was perfect having bedrooms on two sides of the house, too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Great Stay

This was a great place to stay for our family. It was wonderful having all the extra room. Home was clean, check in/out process smooth. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice house with lots of room for our family. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey N., Milton

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

Relaxing and homey

When we stay at the Sunshine House our stay is always relaxing and enjoyable.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Fabulous!

Stays like this are what I love about VRBO. Not only is the property an amazing time capsule but the host graciously considered even the small comforts. Plenty of room to spread out, comfortable beds, lots of thoughtful details. I can heartily recommend staying here and would do so again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brock L.

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

Great house, great communication

This place is a find… clean, spacious, and very quiet… we will definitely stay there again when we are in the era
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

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

Excellent place to stay

My husband and I stayed at this property with a friend for a wedding. The house was clean and the check in/check out process was seamless. The house is in a quiet part of town. We would stay at this property again!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

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

Family overnight

All 6 had a place to sleep and room to spread out. The snacks were a hit also!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

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

A lovely place

This home was quite nice. My whole family loved it. It has a lot of nice touches and character that made it a joy to stay at. There were nice amenities, good communication and it as a whole was a great accommodation. We would happily stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Clean

Clean and comfortable home. We just stayed one night as we were passing through, but were very comfortable. The house was fascinating, and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

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

Great space for spending time and relaxing

We were in town for a family event and this house was great. We had plenty of room and amenities for our time. Close to groceries, playground and other shops. Comfortable furnishings. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Nice House

A roomy, unique house with great space for our whole family. Worked well for little kids too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neal M.

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

Clean, spacious and quiet option on the I70 corridor

Enjoy finding small town homes to stay in and this was a great find! Tons of room, convenient location to local grocery store, right next door to playground space (convenient if you have younger ones who need to burn off some travel energy), and the home has great character and a cool retro feel. Great clear communication leading up to trip and access easy and straightforward.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William P.

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

Weekend getaway

We love this house, and we love Ellis. The house is great for a family. We have an adult daughter with a wheelchair. This home works well for her. We have staued before and hope to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

Great House

Our family was in town for a family reunion and this was a great house. The house had plenty of space for our family. It was a short walk to the the main road in town and the grocery store. We would definitely rent again next time we are in Ellis. It would be nice to have filtered water in the house since the city water is hard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Loved it

You could feel the family vibe as soon as you got there. You take you stuff to your bedroom, then everyone just meets in the family room and you just relaxed into conversation. Kids started playing on the floor, we popped in a movie and just enjoyed being together. I recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

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

Charming - like a scene out of the Brady Bunch

We SO enjoyed our time at Sunshine. There is plenty of space to spread out and hang with family. The beds are comfortable, and it was nice to have "wings" to the house with two bedrooms and one bath each. It worked great!Our host was very responsive and helpful. I appreciated having a few welcome snacks and some bottled water. The TV has Roku access but not cable. There are LOADS of DVDs available to have a movie night (and popcorn to make, too!).It was just what we needed to gather before and after a family wedding. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori Z.

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

Convenient and comfortable

I'm traveling back to Ellis frequently for family affairs. This was the first time I stayed at the Sunshine House. Stayed there with my brother and sister-in-law. The house is layed with bedroom areas are on each end, so we had privacy and didn't disturb others. This house has a ton of character! There was a cozy living area we had late night conversations. We didn't use the kitchen but it looked adequate with plenty of supplies. If you visit during nice weather the patio area looks inviting. It is an older home but was very clean. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James J.

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

White Tail

House was clean however TP supply, dishwasher soap, and paper towels were not adequate. Had to purchase locally. Cooking skillets need updating. Better organization of kitchen supplies. Overall though a very nice place to relax after a long day in the field chasing whitetails
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William P.

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

Great Stay

This was the second time we stayed here on an overnight stopover during our summer vacation. The house is easy to find. Not far off the interstate but far enough that you can appreciate the small town feel. Plenty of room for our family of five which includes our disaed adult daughter. In addition to the spacious, comfortable home, the back patio is perfect for relaxing in the evening. We booked our next stay before we checked out. Looking forward to spending a weekend away from it all in this wonderful place where the family can enjoy the peace and comfort, while I explore the nearby history. Especially looking forward to the Ellis Railroad Museum. (Im a bit of a train geek) We love this home, and anytime oir travels take us past Ellis, we'll probably spend a night or two here relaxing from the rigors of the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

A handsome surprise on the plains

We normally don't pay much attention to decor and architecture at our VRBO's. Hygiene, comfort, and location are more important to us. But this house is an exception. It's mid-century modern features prompted us to explore all it's nooks & crannies. There are eye-catching surprises everywhere. But on to business. The whole rambling house was very clean. The beds were comfortable. The east bathroom is large & handicap-accessible with a walk-in shower. The kitchen was clean and had everything we needed. And the owners provided some nice snacks. There is a lot of room, and the floor-plan puts 2 bedrooms and a bathroom on opposite ends of the house which provides some privacy for large groups. The Wifi worked fine and we did not use the TV. Communications with the owner was smooth and trouble-free.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor C.

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

HQ for a weekend event in the area

Exactly what we needed as a homebase for events in the area for our group of seniors. Several very comfortable areas encouraged our group activities and conversations. Kitchen had all we needed for food prep. Great local area for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect place to stay. It doesn't get any better than the Sunshine House!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charming home, much better option for travelers than hotels in Hays.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

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

Perfect for what we needed

My son and I stayed one night while fishing area lakes. The car port was a great place to park the boat and re-charge the batteries.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025