Atchison might be a small city in Kansas but it still has a lot to offer people coming in to see some city highlights or just to visit. The city lies along the Missouri river and has a population of just over 11,000. Atchison was also the birthplace of legendary pilot Amelia Earhart and the city has an Amelia Earhart festival every July to celebrate her. There’s also the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum for guests to check out as well a very interesting railroad museum. Book an Airbnb vacation rental at one of the great places and visit the quaint little city of Atchison.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 06, 2024.
1. Treehouse retreat (from USD 155)
If you’re looking for a unique place to stay then this will certainly fit the bill. Escape from the city and stay in a tree house for a day or two! Located in a wooden acreage this wooden retreat has a fully functional kitchen, large bedroom, sitting area, private porch and covered parking. There are long stretches of walking trails around the house bringing nature and serenity straight to the guests. There’s also a fire pit in the back as well as grill for when the weather’s right. The wooden area is extremely secluded and quiet and absolutely perfect for getting away for a while.
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relaxing furniture cozy blankets wax warmer with several scent choices and yummy flavored coffees teas and hot ciderCleanliness:
everything was very clean and in orderthe house and treehouse was completely spotless with clean sheets and towelsit was very cleancomfortable clean and cozythe place was sparkling cleanHost:
stan and denise were wonderful hosts kind caring attentivestan and denise are wonderful hosts and made us feel so welcomethe hosts were very friendly and welcoming as wellstan and denise are great hosts that think of everythingthe hosts are responsive helpful and personableRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location to just relax and resetbeautiful location comfortable and invitingthe location is perfect for relaxation and reflectionstan’s place is the perfect get away spot when visiting the leavenworth areaabsolutely magical location with thoughtful experienced hosts
2. Historic, three-bedroom apartment (from USD 115)
As the owner puts it: “Step back into the days of the wild west in this historic apartment” and frankly that’s the kind of experience you’ll get here. The accommodation was built in 1860 and has many of the original features still prevalent in the house. Of course there are some modern amenities as well like WiFi, a thermostat, and a big screen TV, amongst others. Originally built as a grocery and provisions store for pioneers heading out west, this house is real part of American history and one of the most historically intact buildings in Kansas. If you’ve ever wanted to experience Victorian living, then this is the place for you.
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great furnishings and comfortable bedsthis is an amazing apartment with lots of antiques and historical photos from late 1800-early 1900seach room is filled with its own character and cool photographs and pictureseach room was filled with photos books and interesting vantage points to fuel our imaginationsit's a nice sized apartment with plenty of space for guestsCleanliness:
the place was very clean and had just what we neededit is huge comfortable & super cleanthe apartment is very clean and well kept and is in the heart of downtowna beautiful big clean space that gives you the feel of the frontier town leavenworth once wasHost:
the host is very responsivedebra was an excellent hostdebra is a great hostdeborah is very accommodating and a thoughtful hostdebra was a wonderful responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location is nice toosuperb location convenient for any tasks near downtown leavenworthgreat location in the heart of downtownthe location is great - right downtown close to shopping and restaurantsit’s within walking distance of several shops and cute bakeries
3. Grandma's country home (from USD 145)
Escape the city and reconnect with mother nature in this beautiful little cottage. With enough room to sleep up to 5 people, this spot is great for bringing the family and some friends along. The home is located on 3 acres (1.2 hectares) of land and has a fishpond full of fresh water fish for your fishing pleasure. The space comes with essentials and linens as well as air conditioning and a washer for clothes.
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there is a tv and good wi-fi for when you want to connect to the outside worldthe beds and couch were super comfortable and the house was very cleanyou can expect comfortable beds a quaint cozy environment and peaceful quiet setting in the countryCleanliness:
it was very clean and comfortableclean simple charming and and extremely comfortablethe remodeled bathroom was clean and niceclean comfortable and well equippedgreat place clean friendly would go backHost:
she was also responsive via emailmarlene was a great hostcozy quiet beautiful and a great pair of hosts toomarlene was very accommodating and easy to communicate withwhat a beautiful escape for my 4 sisters and myself marlene was accommodating and kindRead more reviewsLocation:
most beautiful location and surroundingsthe place was cute and comfortablea great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cityquiet and peaceful--and very charming just a short distance to nearby townseasy 12 mile drive to campus and in a very quiet peaceful countryside location
4. Magnificent farmhouse on top of a hill (from USD 243)
Experience some country living in this magnificent farmhouse atop a hill. Overlooking a 200-acre (80.9-hectare) farm, this accommodation is great for people looking to get back to nature. The house is completely private and can accommodate up to 8 people. There is a fully functional kitchen, dining room, bathroom, and 4 bedrooms. The living room comes with a 65-inch (165 cm) TV and a comfortable space to hang out. WiFi is included as well. Make sure to enjoy the calm and quiet outdoor space by the fire pit.
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nice tv and high speed internet for streaming netflix etcbreathtaking views peace and quiet open large spacious rooms old farm house charm kid friendly and had internetthe beds were comfortable and we all enjoyed the variety of coffee options available each morninga/c was nice and cold too during our hot august stayour kids loved the toy room and the big television allowed a movie before bedtimeCleanliness:
the house is clean comfortable and family friendlyspacious clean and everything you need for a country getawayvery clean and much bigger than we expectedit was clean and a nice place to unwind at the end of the dayvery clean loved sitting on the rockers on the front porchHost:
owner responded quickly and were so nicebrandon and angela were gracious hosts and left us the sweetest little notesthey communicated quickly and were helpful with any questions i hadit was a great experience staying here the hosts were quick to respond and always friendlythey are honest kind and easy to work withRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the peaceful locationgreat place in the beautiful countrysidegreat place to stay we will be back for our next tripdefinitely a great place to stay to get out of the city and enjoy the simpler thingsexcellent place for family's with kids
5. The Cottage on Main (from USD 274)
This wonderful cottage is located on Main and is right across from a lovely little cafe. You can easily walk to anywhere in town from here. It has an open floor plan with two living rooms, a fully equipped kitchen and off-street parking. There are 3 bedrooms with large, comfortable beds and 2 bathrooms with large rainfall shower heads. Breakfast is provided for guests upon their arrival.
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this is a charming country style cottage with plenty of room for 5 adultswhy? real comfortable beds in all bedroomsCleanliness:
older home with some cosmetic and maintenance issues but very clean inside with comfortable bedsHost:
she’s very friendly and nicethe owner did a good job communicating with us and finding a solution for these concernsgreat digs great location great hostshad a wonderful time very cute house beth was very quick with responses and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location walk to everythinggreat location and very cute houselocation was ideal for dining and shopping in the townperfect location within walking distance of everything in downtown westongreat location & charming space
6. Executive quarters at Atchison
Close to this home is the local liberal arts school Benedictine College making it a good place to stay for friends or family looking to visit the impressive school. The accommodation is located in a nice and quiet neighborhood that’s also perfect for people on business or even small families. The home is only a few blocks away from the commercial street so many restaurants and shops are only a short distance away. Amenities are aplenty and modern.
Atchison, Kansas, United States
31.59 km (19.7 mi) from St. Jo Frontier CasinoAccommodates: 4
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everything was very clean very nice furnishings nice home touchHost:
great property and a very helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
a great place to stay if you need to be near benedictine
7. Three-bedroom apartment near Amelia Earhart Bridge
Only 5 minutes away from the airport, this entire space is a great option for people travelling with a large family or group of friends as it can sleep up to 6 people. There are 3 bedrooms and one and half baths This location is very central from places like North Kansas, which is an hour away, and Missouri, also about an hour away. Also nearby is the Snow Creek ski area. The space comes with a TV and other essentials.
Atchison, Kansas, United States
32.79 km (20.4 mi) from St. Jo Frontier CasinoSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
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lots of comfortable furniture to allow for gathering of friends/familynice accommodation with lots of roomthree nice bedrooms with four beds: one king one full size and two twin bedsthis was our second stay at bridgeview — cozy and comfortable for our family visit with bc studentthe beds were comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and efficient spacethe house was clean and comfortablehouse was very clean and quietkelly's place was very clean and comfortablethe space was cleanHost:
kelly is a great hostkelly was super responsive and any questions were quickly answeredshe was very attentive and an excellent hostkelly is a thoughtful and responsive host and has a well kept homekelly was a great host offered suggestions on things for us to do while in townRead more reviewsLocation:
nice locationphenomenal place great location for benedictine collegehighly recommend very cozy and close to townkelly’s place was amazing super cute and lots of space
8. The Stricker House
Just a short distance from Atchison, this large house in the country is great for families looking to get some time away from the city and spend it in the country. There are 3 bedrooms and one bathroom. Breakfast can be requested as long as guests give a 24-hour notice. There are a few free range chickens around but they are skittish and won’t bother guests. Guests will have many essentials at their disposal. The kitchen is equipped and the living room is very spacious.
Troy, Kansas, United States
20.66 km (12.9 mi) from St. Jo Frontier CasinoAccommodates: 6
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hand pieced quilts and a lovely and comfortable apartment were perfect private and peacefulthe beds were super comfortableenjoyed sitting out on the deck eating breakfast casserole made with farm fresh eggsyou have the who second floor with 3 bedrooms living space kitchen and a great bathroomCleanliness:
very clean cosy placeclean and serene homevery clean comfy and homeythe place was very cleanHost:
our hosts were greatour hosts were welcoming & graciousbrenda and jim were superb hostsbest host i could have ever asked forbrenda and jim were wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
very small ones and this location offered everything they lovedthanks room for four adults and perfect location for their needsit’s a great place to stop … a great value for a traveling familythere are quite a few nice wineries and breweries in close proximity we will certainly visit againengaging down-to-earth people in a beautiful home in a beautiful location
9. The Hannah Jo Cusack Home
For all the lovers of spooky things out there, this historic home was built in 1881 and has been the site of countless paranormal events. Psychics and paranormal investigators have explored the home and determined that Hannah Jo Cusack resides there as well as a woman named Mary and her child Katie. This is a very pet friendly home and the owners have a nice friendly dog. To keep the paranormal theme going, don’t be surprised to feel a cat rub up against your leg only to see nothing there. Essentials and breakfast come included as well.
32.4 km (20.2 mi) from St. Jo Frontier Casino
10. The Raven
No this isn’t Edgar Allen Poe’s house but rather a lovely family home with a large outdoor space and lovely kitchen area perfect for cooking up some tasty meals. Parking is free on the street and guests will have access to the entire home. There is enough space for up to 6 guests to sleep making it ideal for nice family getaway spot. Essentials come included as well.
31.63 km (19.7 mi) from St. Jo Frontier Casino
Comforts of home
No matter where you’re traveling or what accommodation you choose, you can bet that you’ll have a great time in Atchison. All the homes and accommodations have a very loving and familial vibe to them, so even though you might be far away from home, it certainly won’t feel that way here in Atchison
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