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Reviews of Bargain Lawrence Stay! Garage+fenced Yard, Near KU, LMH & Downtown


Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Amanda G.

Disappointing
The house was not very clean, yard not picked up, all of this we could have handled but when the sewer started backing up into the laundry room right beside the kitchen it was just too much. Literally crap from one or both sides of the duplex all over the floor and coming up outside. Multiple visits from property owner and then plumber. She did get it cleaned up and fixed and was apologetic but it was just beyond gross and shouldn’t have went on for two days of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 1, 2024
The main drain pipe backed up. If my crystal ball had warned me there would be a back up during this stay I would have had the plumber out prior to the reservation. A tree in the back yard had just been taken down because of damage from a storm. Mother nature was just not cooperating It was just an all around stressful weekend. All of the issues have been fixed.

10/10 Excellent

marcia s.

Liked: Cleanliness
At Home in Lawrence
The location is great, the property is quiet and the back yard is such a bonus. Exactly as pictured. Thanks Carrie and Guy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric h., plymouth

Liked: Cleanliness
The Little Things
From cold water in the fridge to snacks, back up toothbrush to a massage chair. Truly appreciated these special touches to make our stay comfortable. THANK YOU!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coy W., Ellsworth, Kansas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable townhouse
Very clean and well kept older townhouse in a quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

Christmas
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lawrence trip
Nice place. Well stocked with essentials. Convenient to downtown area
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable place at a great price.
After a hiccup the day of arrival everything was good and the owner was responsive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Christina O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very attentive Property Owners
We had a sporting tournament in the area and needed to bring our dogs. It was a perfect place for a non-vacation stay. Well stocked items that were needed and extra items for us to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location very convenient to going back and forth to KU. Kitchen well equipped and high speed internet was pefect for working remotely. Townhome was just as advertised in the listing. Nice to have a small private backyard area to hang out in. Property manager very proactive with the communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed.
This was the right space for us to cook, sleep, & spend time outdoors on the patio. Our evening meal that we cooked on the grill was most enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Property
This is the second property I've stayed at offered by these owners and it's great! Very clean with loads of extras. If you forgot to pack something, most likely it's stocked here! The kitchen is well equipped to make meal times a breeze. The covered patio in the backyard is a wonderful place for an evening cocktail. Definitely would stay here again. Thanks for your outstanding hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 20, 2023
I absolutely love my return guests!

8/10 Good

Adrian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dropped off KU Law student
The place was tastefully decorated and quiet at night. The host provided a nice selection of snacks and coffee supplies.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Area, close to Mass Street
Overall a nice place to stay. Close to Mass Street and the outdoor aquatic center. We enjoyed our time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long stay
I really enjoyed my time here - I stayed here for three weeks and had no issues the entire time.
Stayed 24 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lawrence stay
The house was clean and comfortable. The ability to park in the garage was a big perk. Never heard a peep from neighbors, and it was a very short drive to Mass street. My wife really liked it and said she would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay
Thank you so much for renting us your house and for being so a sky when we needed you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would Book Again!
Carrie is fantastic! Enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and affordable!
Clean, easy check-in and check-out, secure, great communication! Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P., Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness
Jayhawk family
My mom, teenage son, and I came to Lawrence for the Kansas 🏈 game. This townhouse was so perfect for us. All the amenities. Great backyard space to relax. Close to campus. Such a fun weekend. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent W., Inver Grove Heights, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
KU Parents Weekend
Great location to visit our son on parents weekend, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in Lawrence
We came to Lawrence for the 30th anniversary of Monarch Watch, so we had to drive to KU, Baker Wetlands, and the Raven bookstore for a talk by the author of Bicycling with Butterflies. We also tried out the four breweries and got our haircut at the oldest barber shop in Lawrence. We went to the Saturday morning Farmer's Market. We brought our dog on this trip and he loved the house and backyard and all the attention he got walking on Massachusetts Avenue... which you really must go to. Fun college town and house was located so well that most things were less than 2 miles away, and even the wetlands were only 6 miles away. Coffee and water and snacks provided along with fans and hairdryer and dvd player in one of the bedrooms along with dvd's. Huge TV in the living room had some sort of gaming system and Roku. We loved all of it! Had everything we needed for a comfortable 3 nite stay. Thanks so much, Carrie!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was perfect for my stay while my son had camp at KU.
It’s a lovely place with everything. The checkin. And out was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon D., Olathe, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was really cool. So we’ll stocked and many little surprises.
Wonderful property. Great communication with the owner. We stayed here for a few days while our house was put on the market. Snacks, a PlayStation with a ton of games, a massage chair, and much more. Place was just perfect for us and was the most equipped VRBO I’ve been in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint older townhome
The property was clean and as listed. The air conditioning worked well (not as well upstairs like in most homes, but the ceiling fans and floor fan that was provided helped with this) which was nice for the hotter-than-normal June weekend we were there. There were snacks, water bottles, common condiments and even oatmeal packets available for use, which was very nice to have on hand. There was no street noise and the neighborhood felt safe and was conveniently located. There was some miscommunication in the directions for unlocking the property at check-in, but Carrie answered immediately and helped clear up the problem. It’s an older property so it has some of the quirks you’d expect with that. The most noticeable thing to us was the musty smell that often comes with an older home. It seemed as though there was an attempt to remedy that (perhaps with Febreeze of other air fresheners), but it was still quite noticeable to us. There are a lot of silk flowers and older-appearing curtains that might contribute to this (so could easily be remedied with removal or replacement of those). It is much darker than the pictures show, so while it was a quaint property, it felt a little foreboding to us. The back yard and patio area, while also a nice perk, was somewhat unkempt and could use some work. Overall, our stay was pleasant, the price-point spot-on and with a little work my personal rating would change from a 4 to a 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2022
As a side note to future guests. I don't use air fresheners or plug ins as they offend some guests. There was a comforter that was put in closet damp and that was the source of the smell. Its now removed. The fenced-in back yard has a huge shade tree. Between the tree and the fact we allow dogs, it makes it very difficult to grow a lush carpet of grass. If this is a problem for you then please don't book my place.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and relaxing
We had a lovely stay! The property is as described; there was plenty of space for my family and it is close to downtown Lawrence. The place is well-stocked with essentials and more. The dogs loved the fenced back yard and we loved eating dinner on the back patio!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we needed
The house had everything we needed- even if we couldn’t find the salt and pepper…. It was there and pretty much everything you would want. We aren’t use to doing VRBO. We packed way too much and it was nice to see everything that they provided. It’s a nice home with interesting details and touches
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mothers Weekend
A friend and I stayed here while visiting our daughters for Mothers Weekend at KU. It was a great to be so close to campus. The house was clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Home away
Exceptional Hospitality ! Family welcoming including furry ones! We used home as Mom Grand central for Daughters wedding ! Great warm welcoming space ! Thank you Guy & Carrie !
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie S., Conway, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The check in was super easy and the home was cozy and perfect for us.
We came back to the area for our niece’s wedding and it was perfect for us. All good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory Y., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Easy place to find, clean, everything we needed. Esp appreciated the back yard and patio. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
The family (our two pups included) loved staying here for our first VRBO experience away. Communication with the owner was speedy and kind, and the house was beyond adorable! If we ever travel down this way again, we know where we’ll be staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2021
I am so happy I was able to provide you with a wonderful short term rental experience! Pets are family and are always welcome at our place. I can't wait for you to come back!

10/10 Excellent

david b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend
Home away from home. Very nice cozy house. It had everything we needed and then some. Really enjoyed spending time in the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2021
I am so glad you liked staying in our place. And yes! That backyard is amazing!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Home for a Pet
Property is quite comfortable and great if you have a pet. Property Manager was extra accommodating to our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 28, 2021
This property will make you feel like you're right at home. And it's wonderful to have a private fenced backyard perfect for your pets.

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Bloomington, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and efficient
We enjoyed our stay in Lawrence. Perfect place to stay if you're bringing a dog and don't want to stay in hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2020
I am so glad you enjoyed staying at this property. I hope you had a nice evening enjoying the fire pit!