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Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater

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Step into a piece of Downtown Joplin history, at this historic train home where you can unwind by the inground pool or explore the botanical garden and koi pond views. Inside, gather around one of multiple grand fireplaces in the gentlemen's lounge or large living room.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater

Visit a piece of Downtown Joplin history - the historic train home. This property sleeps 16 comfortably, and comes with full access to the inground pool, gated courtyards, exceptionally appointed kitchen, koi pond and botanical garden views, with a wine grape vineyard overhanging the main area of entryway.

Kitchen is fully equipped with two ovens, microwave & gourmet gas range. Multiple grand fireplaces, gentlemen’s lounge, and large living room on the main floor. Upstairs library seats 8 at the table and room for more downstairs in the dinner nook.

The Theater/Game is perfect for gathering to enjoy a movie or watch TV! Homes are equipped with most all essentials!

Property manager

Neil Vanlue

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis

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

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
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

About the area

Map
Joplin, MO

What's nearby

  • Candy House Chocolate Factory - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Freeman Hospital West - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Mercy Hospital Joplin - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • North Park Mall - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Route 66 Carousel Park - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Joplin, MO (JLN-Joplin Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Braum's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tropicana Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Crabbys - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater located?

This family-friendly Joplin holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of George A. Spiva Center for the Arts and Candy House Chocolate Factory. Cunningham Park and Fresenius Medical Care at St Johns Regional Med Cen are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Townhome with Botanical Garden, Pond, Pool Access, Arcade, and Theater Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Perfect Family Gathering Space

This house is so unique and such a good space for a family gathering. It was our third time staying here and we love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stormy M.

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

Great place for group hang!

We had my kids 16th birthday here. They had the run of the place and we got to enjoy the amazing master suite. Win win!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy M.

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

Great place for family gathering in Joplin!

We converged from all over the US for our son’s wedding and this was the idea house to hold us all. The owners were very responsive and accommodating. The furnishings nice and that kitchen???? Gorgeous. The younger crowd loved the arcade. Admittedly, the open concept bathrooms were strange. The kitchen counters were a little dirty and we we really wish it had been warmer to enjoy the pool. The parking is great! Overall, we had an amazing stay and would book here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Wonderful!

The house was beautiful and perfect for our family! We will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Great place in Joplin

We stayed here for my son's bachelor party/trip. Plenty of room for everyone, and the pool was a nice amenity. Less than half an hour to the casino. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

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

Beautiful home

My family stayed here for Christmas and it was perfect. Plenty of room for all 16 of us. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen J., Waukee, IA

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

Beautiful house!

We had a wonderful stay! Love this house and its history! Great location and so much space!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan F.

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

Great Pool

We enjoyed our stay, the contact person was very responsive and helpful. Pool was perfect for my kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Great experience all the way around!

Wonderful accommodations and host. We will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

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

Spacious house

Huge house we should have invited more to join us in!! Everything was clean and very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

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

Great Home for Family Gathering

Beautiful and very spacious home! So cozy and comfortable, the perfect spot for our family gathering. Neil was very responsive and accommodating. We enjoyed our stay very much and would definitely recommend this home to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tuyetlan D.

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

Cute little house

We stayed for the weekend To attend Marian Day in Carthage, MO. The house was perfect for us. It was clean, cute and comfortable. The host promptly replied to our questions and very professional. Will definitely stay here again next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Great stay in local piece of history!

We originally lived in Joplin and raised 2 of our 4 children but moved away after the Joplin tornado in May 2011. We were excited to find out upon planning a return trip to the area that we could stay in this storied and well known landmark. Our children loved the train themes. The home is beautiful inside and out with lots of indoor and outdoor space to spread out. Our favorite things were the pool and the huge selection of books and reading materials in the library / study. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment and the hosts were great to deal with. Quick and clear communication and accommodations are top notch. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., Little Rock AR

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

Attending wedding

What a cool property. Train theme stained glass windows were beautiful. Very clean and well appointed. Had fun with theater room and ping pong table. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

You won’t be disappointed

This house is amazing! We had a family wedding in town and it’s hard to find somewhere to accommodate a big family. There were things to do for all ages and plenty of room so we weren’t on top of each other. The weather was perfect for the pool and a wonderful feature. The house had everything you needed. Neil and Hannah are wonderful hosts and should be very proud of their property!! We can’t wait to come back and stay. Thanks again. ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlys F., Havre

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

PERFECT!

Medical school graduation celebration 🎓 for friends and family! We could not have picked a better venue. This magnificent property was the icing on the cake! Thank you for making our event perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

D'Andrea P., Sealy, Tx

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

Absolutely Beautiful!!!

My family and I traveled to Joplin from Houston, X TX to visit my son in college for the Spring Scrimmage! It was very clean and we felt right at home! It was so spacious and had everyone had their own room. The home had everything we needed! I definitely will recommend this property to others. Thank you for sharing your home with us .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

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

Perfect for our occasion

Property was big and accommodating. Everything was easy accept finding it. It is tucked back and a little difficult to find, but it’s a diamond in the rough. I wish we had the history easily available. The charm and historical vibe really had the whole group intrigued. Thank you for sharing your great home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaima G.

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

Loved our stay at the big train house with a pool!

This is the perfect property for a large group of people. We had a total of 15 people stay and it was great to be able to all fit in one space. Having the large pool all to ourselves was the best, especially with having little ones with us. The pool had a shallow and deep end (no diving board), and it fit all of us comfortably. This rental is downtown, but we felt very safe the whole week we were there. Morgan, the property manager, was very helpful with any questions I had prior and during our stay. We did not have any major issues that arose that required fixing while we were there. The pool guy (forgot his name) does live on the property but his living space is inside the building with the garage, which is separate from the main house and pool house. We only saw him a few times and that was while he was cleaning the pool. He was super friendly and nice! Other than that, we had the property all to ourselves. It would have been nice to have a separate drink fridge, even just a small dorm-size one, in the main house as the fridge was not big enough to hold everything we needed. There was a separate fridge in the pool house, which isn't that far from the main house, but we only had one person staying in that spot and did not use the kitchen. Two things we recommend you put on your must-see list while in Joplin is the Precious Moments Chapel/Museum and Grand Falls (make sure to have good water shoes). You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David A., Wichita, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much potential.

The house was wonderful and unique. Communication with the host was sufficient. Galaga machine was a hit for the kids, and there was plenty of space for a large group. The kitchen was awesome with two ovens and two cooktops which made large meal prep a breeze. The biggest issue was a blind step leading from the "boardroom" to the staircase. My mother-in-law took a tumble and injured her shoulder, both wrists, and took a bump on the head. That MUST be addressed and fixed. Other more minor issues: Lack of towels in the kitchen and bathrooms. Lack of pillowcases. The kitchen was large, but finding things was a bit of a scavenger hunt. Checkout time of 10 AM on a Sunday led to a hectic morning after a long weekend. No flexibility with checkout time. Pool was closed, even though the communication said it was open. Not sure we wanted to swim in November anyway, but check the copy/paste info... Many of the TVs in the house didn't work. The theater room also had no instructions and no provided entertainment so we couldn't take advantage of that. While the kitchen was great, the big table was upstairs and there was only a couch and a loveseat in the main living room. I would suggest moving that big table downstairs for large meals with a large group and then turning that upstairs room into a bunkhouse with futons, sleeper sofas, or bunk beds. It was still a great weekend and I wouldn't hesitate to stay at this location again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey A.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Butch H.

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

Great Place To Stay!

We had an absolutely incredible stay at this amazing property! The location couldn't have been better - everything we wanted to do was just minutes away from the house. The listing description was spot-on accurate, and the property exceeded our expectations in every way. Our hosts were exceptional! Their communication and thoughtfulness truly stood out. When there was a minor delay with the cleaning crew due to a family emergency, they proactively reached out to us before we could even contact them. They worked around our schedule to ensure everything was perfect, and the house was immaculately clean when we arrived. The home was perfectly equipped to accommodate our group of 15, with every amenity we could need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. What truly touched us was our hosts' incredible generosity - understanding that we were a youth group requiring gender-separated spaces, they offered us additional accommodation that wasn't being used. This kind gesture made our stay not only enjoyable but completely stress-free! From the fantastic location to the spotless cleanliness, from the thorough amenities to the outstanding hospitality, everything about this property was perfect. We are incredibly grateful to our hosts for making our stay so special. This wonderful home provided exactly what we needed and more. We couldn't recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

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

Birthday Celebration

All grand and great grand children celebrating my 90th birthday! Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

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

Enjoyed the house

Loved the house, enjoyed everything. Just a couple suggestions, 1) having extra towels available for the pool 2) the movie room needs to have streaming available, we don’t have dvds and couldn’t use the movie.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T., Kearney, MO USA

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

Awesome!

This is a great VRBO. Great location, nice pool, very clean, plenty of room for all 10 of us. we could spread out and had different rooms to sit and visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023