Comfy Farm House with a back yard full of fun near Jefferson City, MO. Sleeps 6!

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Loose Creek, MO

Lincoln University of Missouri15 min drive
Missouri State Penitentiary Museum15 min drive
Missouri State Capitol16 min drive
Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional)38 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

This quaint ranch-style home is perfectly situated in the heart of Osage County. It's much more than a roof over your head for a night - make it your destination vacation!

The home sleeps six (two queen beds and two twin beds) and has one bathroom.

The back yard has tons of activities for kids and adults alike. We have a barn loft full of games for the kids; a playhouse, playgrounds - including a John Deere combine with a deck and two slides; a fire truck with a playhouse on top and a slide; a regular swing set; and a large sandbox with diggers, a hiking trail, a school bus with giant Legos inside, a deck with six Adirondack chairs and a propane fire pit; a large pavilion with picnic tables, a couple different merry-go-rounds and a sound garden! Oh - and we have chickens too!

Just 1/2 mile north of beautiful and historic Westphalia, MO, on Highway 63, the home is less than a few miles from several beautiful wedding venues (Kempker's Back 40, St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Westphalia Lions Den and Knights of Columbus Hall), and will accommodate your family in comfortable surroundings.

The home features:
- A large, comfortable living room
- Full kitchen - well equipped with pots, pans, dishes, full-sized refrigerator, stove and microwave -- everything you should need for your stay.
- Large utility room with washer and dryer and plenty of extra storage space, including clothes rack.
- Dining room with seating for six and a fully-stocked coffee bar
- Sun room with wicker couch and rocking chair
- Master bedroom on main level with queen bed
- Bathroom stocked with plenty of towels and washcloths

The upstairs of the home is divided into two bedrooms. The larger of the two rooms is furnished with two twin beds and a small sitting area. The smaller room is furnished with a queen size bed. The upstairs has sloped ceilings on the sides, and the main part of the rooms have a clearance of 6'6".

We call the home "Herman's House," named for Herman Brendel, the man who built it for his bride, Bernadette Koester, in the early 1960's.

While we don't provide breakfast, we have several great options. You can always bring your own food and make use of the kitchen; just down the road is Joe's Market (a wonderfully fully-stocked grocery store with Hunt Brother's Pizza available); there is also the Eagle Stop with Godfather's Pizza; and Westphalia Pizza is located on Main Street.

Herman's House is a pet-friendly, no-smoking home.

Property manager

Julie Boeckmann

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)

Let us know if you will have pets.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guests are asked to bring bed linens and towels to utility room before leaving. Trash should be collected and placed in trash can outside.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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: 20

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 deadlock

About the area

Jefferson City

Located in Jefferson City, this holiday home is in a rural area. Museum of Missouri Military History and Missouri State Penitentiary Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Osage Country Club and Oak Hills Golf Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.

Loose Creek, MO

What's nearby

Museum of Missouri Military History - 10 min drive
Lincoln University of Missouri - 15 min drive
Missouri State Penitentiary Museum - 15 min drive
The Missouri Governor´s Mansion - 16 min drive
Missouri State Capitol - 16 min drive

Getting around

Jefferson City Station - 16 min drive
Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

Dave's Tavern - 9 min drive
Towne Club - 3 min drive
Annie's Station Restaurant - 8 min drive
Hook's Sports Bar - 5 min drive
Westphalia Pizza Company - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfy Farm House with a back yard full of fun near Jefferson City, MO. Sleeps 6! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Comfy Farm House with a back yard full of fun near Jefferson City, MO. Sleeps 6!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfy Farm House with a back yard full of fun near Jefferson City, MO. Sleeps 6!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfy Farm House with a back yard full of fun near Jefferson City, MO. Sleeps 6! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Museum of Missouri Military History, Missouri River and Osage Country Club. Osage County Courthouse is 11.3 mi (18.2 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

6 Apr 2024

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

Comfortable and Cozy

We loved staying in this farmhouse on our trip to Jefferson City (just 15-20 minutes away)! The property had a lot to offer, especially if you have kids! Everything was as described and better with all the little touches that make a getaway that much better. I enjoyed cooking in the well-stocked kitchen. I slept right through the storms in a comfy bed with high thread-count sheets. My teenage daughter enjoyed sitting in the sun room to write her novel! And when the tornado warning came through that evening, we had the safety of a basement! 😉 The weather limited our outdoor time, which made me extra grateful for how comfortable and cozy the farmhouse was. And our hosts were very responsive when we needed anything! I highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina F., St Joseph mo

21 Jan 2024

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

Visiting family

Our trip was in the bitter frozen winter weather and the home was toasty warm. The home was very very clean and quaint. Nice living room furniture bedrooms were very large and comfortable. The kitchen had all the equipment needed to prepare a large meal and the dining room table was suited for a king. The bathroom had a shower and the most wonderful deep tub for excellent soaking. The Farm house was on a direct route to Jefferson City an easy 15 minute drive. The hosts were pleasant and most accommodating answered questions quickly and allowed us to extend our visit by two more days. We would definitely recommend this vacation rental with a five star

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina F., St Joseph mo

17 Jan 2024

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

Convenient and very comfortable with excellent communication

We stayed in the bitter, cold winter weather the home was warm and toasty. It’s a very quaint home very spacious, with large furniture, and was very comfortable. Bedrooms very large for a guest house. We were supplied with all the kitchen essentials. The home was only 15 minutes from Jefferson City, Missouri an easy drive. One could not ask for a nicer host. I would recommend this VRBO to anyone with a small group to 6 persons. We truly enjoyed our stay. Gina F..

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ody E.

10 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Vrbo stay Jan 5-7

Great property and kind hosts! Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

3 Jan 2024

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

Perfect resting spot on our road trip

This is such a beautiful and peaceful place to stay. Try to arrive when it’s light out or note that you’re going to Herman’s house because directions given may be general. The house is relaxing, comfortable and clean… it really was a perfect spot to stay on our travels. If you read other reviews, the petting zoo is no longer open and the only animals remaining are chickens. But the trails on the property are fun to walk and the hosts did an amazing job creating play areas for kids… we especially liked the sound garden where we could beat in pots and pans!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Boeckmann

Bryan and Julie Boeckmann are the owners of Herman's House, LLC and Westphalia Trading Co., LLC. Learn more about us and our family business by visiting our website.

Why they chose this property

Stay in our beautiful little town, or travel to nearby Jefferson City for your business or pleasure! Have a girls’ weekend or a family reunion! We have plenty of space to accommodate! You can walk outside, play on the playground, have a picnic, play in the giant sandbox! Our farm has all the fun!

What makes this property unique

Herman's House is a unique home. The backyard contains a kid's paradise - and adults will have a great time too! Aside from the beautiful scenery, there are hiking trails, a deck with six Adirondack chairs and a propane fire pit, a pavilion with picnic tables, playgrounds - including a John Deere combine with a deck and two slides; a fire truck with a playhouse on top with a slide; a regular swingset, a giant sand box with diggers, a couple of different merry-go-rounds, a sound garden, plenty of relaxing benches, a school bus with giant Legos inside, a basketball game built out of an old gravity wagon and the upstairs of the barn has blocks, a giant Connect 4 game, a farm set and kitchen playsets!