Paola, KS, United States
Storybook Stay: Vintage School and Bus
✨Your Own Private Prairie Retreat✨ Vickers Schoolhouse + Matilda at Crimson Ridge Flower Farm ★★★★★ “The perfect place to gather and unwind.” When you reserve both the Vickers Schoolhouse and Matilda, the entire property becomes yours—a rare opportunity to enjoy the prairie in complete privacy. Perfect for families, couples traveling together, or small groups who want space to gather while still having room to retreat.
Good to know
Set among quiet prairie fields just 20 minutes south of Olathe, KS, this full-property stay offers both shared moments and private corners to relax. 🌾 ________________________________________ 🌸 Your Flower Farm Escape (Now in Our Second Season – 2026) Crimson Ridge Flower Farm surrounds you during your stay. Guests are invited to walk the perimeter, take photos, and enjoy what’s in bloom—just kindly leave the blossoms for all to enjoy. On occasional Saturday mornings (in season), visit the farm stand for fresh bouquets. ________________________________________ 🌿 The Stay Together, the Schoolhouse and Matilda create a flexible, comfortable retreat across the property. Vickers Schoolhouse: 🛏 Sleeps 6 (3 Queen Beds) 🛁 2 Full Bathrooms 🍳 Full kitchen + dining 🔥 Fireplace + living space Matilda (School Bus): 🛏 Sleeps 2 (Queen Bed) 🚿 Full bathroom + kitchen 🌅 Private, cozy retreat space Total Capacity: Sleeps up to 8 guests ________________________________________ 🛶 Things to Do (or Not Do at All) ✔ Enjoy the hot tub without sharing ✔ Gather around the fire ring under the stars ✔ Wander the prairie trails and enjoy the flower farm from the perimeter ✔ Share meals at the Schoolhouse table ✔ Retreat to Matilda for a quiet, private moment ✔ Explore nearby wineries, cider mills, lakes, and trails ________________________________________ 📍 Nearby Attractions • 15 miles to Hillsdale Lake & Jayhawk Marina • 12 miles to Mile Zero of the Flint Hills Rail Trail • 11 miles to Isinglass Estate • 9 miles to Louisburg Cider Mill • 6 miles to Somerset Schoolhouse Speakeasy & Boutique • 6 miles to Nighthawk Winery • 5 miles to Lake Miola Trailhead • 3 miles to groceries + essentials + restaurants • 1.6 miles to Fossil Springs Winery • 0 miles to Miami County Wine Trolley Pickup ________________________________________ ✨ A Place to Gather This is a stay designed for connection—where mornings begin slowly, evenings stretch long, and the prairie gives you room to breathe. ________________________________________ 🧳 A Note on Travel Travel insurance is recommended to protect your trip investment.
House Rules
→ Historic Home Care Vickers Schoolhouse is a lovingly restored 19th-century landmark, and Matilda is a vintage school bus with systems different from a traditional home. Please use care with the features throughout your stay. If anything needs attention, let us know—we’re happy to help. ________________________________________ → Arrival, Parking & Access • Schoolhouse guests: use the driveway directly adjacent to the Schoolhouse • Matilda guests: use the east farm driveway through the double green gate • Park only in designated gravel areas • No driving or parking on the grass ________________________________________ → Security Deposit A refundable security deposit ($500 for Schoolhouse / $200 for Matilda) is collected prior to check-in through our independent guest portal. Funds are released back to your card after post-checkout inspection. ________________________________________ → Lofts & Safety (Schoolhouse) Loft sleeping areas are accessed by ladder-style stairs and may not be suitable for small children or guests with mobility concerns. Ceiling heights are just under 6 feet—please use care and mind your head. ________________________________________ → Children & Safety For everyone’s safety: • Children must be supervised at all times on the property Hot Tub: • No children under 5 • Ages 5–15 require direct adult supervision Matilda (School Bus): • Matilda-only bookings: children are not permitted • Full Prairie Stay (combo bookings): children are allowed in Matilda only with full adult supervision due to sensitive systems Our goal is simple—to keep everyone safe and your stay a happy, restful memory. ________________________________________ → Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Availability varies. When possible, early check-in or late check-out may be offered for an additional fee. ________________________________________ → Reservation Changes We understand plans can shift; however, we are unable to accommodate date changes within 72 hours of check-in. ________________________________________ → Pets Policy Pets are welcome at the Schoolhouse with prior approval and a $100 non-refundable fee. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate pets in Matilda due to her compact size. • Max of 2 pets • Dogs (≤50 lbs, insurance-approved breeds) • Pets must not be left unattended unless crated • Please bring protective coverings for furniture • Clean up and dispose of all pet waste before departure ________________________________________ → Noise Monitoring & Security Cameras A noise monitoring device is in place in the common area (no audio is recorded). Exterior security cameras monitor entrances only. There are no cameras inside. ________________________________________ → Shared Amenities The hot tub, fire ring, and prairie trails may be shared between guests staying at the Schoolhouse and Matilda. Please be respectful: • Keep noise at a reasonable level • Leave spaces as you found them • Replace the hot tub cover after use • Do not enter other guests’ accommodations or private areas ________________________________________ → Fresh Air Policy Smoking or vaping is not permitted anywhere inside or on the property. ________________________________________ → Parties & Events Events, parties, and unregistered guests are not permitted. ________________________________________ → Quiet Hours Quiet hours are from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Please keep noise to a minimum to respect the peaceful nature of the property.
Other Details to Note
→ Historic Home Care Vickers Schoolhouse is a lovingly restored 19th-century landmark, and Matilda is a vintage school bus with systems different from a traditional home. Please use care with the features throughout your stay. If anything needs attention, let us know—we’re happy to help. ________________________________________ → Arrival, Parking & Access • Schoolhouse guests: use the driveway directly adjacent to the Schoolhouse • Matilda guests: use the east farm driveway through the double green gate • Park only in designated gravel areas • No driving or parking on the grass ________________________________________ → Security Deposit A refundable security deposit ($500 for Schoolhouse / $200 for Matilda) is collected prior to check-in through our independent guest portal. Funds are released back to your card after post-checkout inspection. ________________________________________ → Lofts & Safety (Schoolhouse) Loft sleeping areas are accessed by ladder-style stairs and may not be suitable for small children or guests with mobility concerns. Ceiling heights are just under 6 feet—please use care and mind your head. ________________________________________ → Children & Safety For everyone’s safety: • Children must be supervised at all times on the property Hot Tub: • No children under 5 • Ages 5–15 require direct adult supervision Matilda (School Bus): • Matilda-only bookings: children are not permitted • Full Prairie Stay (combo bookings): children are allowed in Matilda only with full adult supervision due to sensitive systems Our goal is simple—to keep everyone safe and your stay a happy, restful memory. ________________________________________ → Early Check-In & Late Check-Out Availability varies. When possible, early check-in or late check-out may be offered for an additional fee. ________________________________________ → Reservation Changes We understand plans can shift; however, we are unable to accommodate date changes within 72 hours of check-in. ________________________________________ → Pets Policy Pets are welcome with prior approval and a $100 non-refundable fee. • Max of 2 pets • Dogs (≤50 lbs, insurance-approved breeds) • Pets must not be left unattended unless crated • Please bring protective coverings for furniture • Clean up and dispose of all pet waste before departure ________________________________________ → Noise Monitoring & Security Cameras A noise monitoring device is in place in the common area (no audio is recorded). Exterior security cameras monitor entrances only. There are no cameras inside. ________________________________________ → Shared Amenities The hot tub, fire ring, and prairie trails may be shared between guests staying at the Schoolhouse and Matilda. Please be respectful: • Keep noise at a reasonable level • Leave spaces as you found them • Replace the hot tub cover after use • Do not enter other guests’ accommodations or private areas ________________________________________ → Fresh Air Policy Smoking or vaping is not permitted anywhere inside or on the property. ________________________________________ → Parties & Events Events, parties, and unregistered guests are not permitted. ________________________________________ → Quiet Hours Quiet hours are from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Please keep noise to a minimum to respect the peaceful nature of the property.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Hot tub
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
Outdoors
- Alfresco dining
- BBQ
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Barbecue utensils
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Wine glasses
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Shower gel
- Walk-in shower
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Hangers
- Iron
- Room-darkening shades
- Clothing storage
Family
- Board games
- Playground
Luxury Amenities
- Breakfast bar
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Indoor fireplace
- Portable fans
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
Location features
- Garden view
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Rural-residential, quiet country setting surrounded by farmland and occasional acreage homes. Nearest town center is Paola (ZIP 66071) offering groceries, restaurants, local shops, schools and municipal services. Outdoor and rural recreational opportunities are common (wineries, country roads, small parks, and lakes); traffic is light outside peak commuting times.
Guest Access
When you reserve both the Vickers Schoolhouse and Matilda, the Prairie Blossom Snuggle Bus, the entire property becomes yours to enjoy. From the wide Kansas sky above to the quiet corners of the prairie below, you’ll have full access to both accommodations, the walking trails, fire ring, and hot tub patio. The flower farm can be enjoyed from the perimeter—perfect for a slow stroll or a few photos—but we ask that guests do not enter the planted rows, as these are actively tended growing spaces.
Find us
This location is car-dependent; expect most guests to arrive and get around by private vehicle. Local roads are county and state routes — well-maintained but narrow in places. Rideshare/taxi service to and from Paola is available but limited; pre-booking recommended for airport transfers. Nearest public transit options are minimal — regional bus or commuter services are not frequent, so renting a car from Kansas City area airports or using a shuttle/taxi from Paola is the practical option.
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