At this holiday home, you'll be 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Cottonwood Point Public Use Area and 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Marion Reservoir. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and charcoal grills. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Marion holiday home include Hillsboro Community Hospital and Tabor College.
Cottonwood Point Public Use Area - 20 min drive - 9.8 km
Marion Reservoir - 22 min drive - 10.5 km
Tabor College - 34 min drive - 27.0 km
Hillsboro Community Hospital - 35 min drive - 28.0 km
Marion County Lake - 44 min drive - 28.0 km
Restaurants
Central City - 22 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
"Your Country Home Away from Home"
Experience the country! If you need a vacation rental house to stay on your travels or a retreat from the stress of life to a quiet, peaceful surrounding, NorthShore GuestHouse is for you. We are in a rural setting with the nearest neighbor one mile away and out of sight. Located less than one mile from the Marion Reservoir, NorthShore GuestHouse provides lodging to only one party at a time, with your friendly hosts next door. Since NorthShore is barely visible from the host house, guest privacy is assured.To enjoy this quiet atmosphere you will have to drive on about three miles of gravel roads. We are surrounded by Wildlife and Parks property with over 6,000 acres for public use. Hunting, fishing, water sports, bird-watching, hiking, and bicycling are some of the activities you can enjoy in our area. Come on out and enjoy the quiet country landscape on the deck or around the fire ring in the back acreage.
NorthShore GuestHouse is a 1400 square foot, three bedroom bungalow with a deck overlooking the park lands. The residence had central hear and air, a smart TV and DVD player. There is a bright dining room with comfortable seating for six, a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and a utility room furnished with a washer and dryer. There are one and one half baths; if there are two or less guest the large bathroom will be made available. There is one king size bed and one queen size bed in two of the bedrooms and two single beds in the third accommodating six people comfortably.
The kitchen has a sunny eastern exposure and is equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, coffee and tea, glasses, dishware and cooking utensils. In the back yard there is ample space to set up tents.
An electric hook up for one RV is available which is rented only in conjunction with the house. An outside dog kennel and shelter is provided. Campfires are allowed in the fire ring located in the backyard. A large charcoal grill and lawn chairs are available for your use.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Gravel flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking permitted outside.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Golfing nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Unit size: 1,300 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Check in and check may be flexible at times. Contact me if you have questions.
If you want to have an event or party contact me ahead of time. We can talk about it.
If two or less guests reserve the large bathroom will be made available
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: $20 per child per night over the age of one
Events
No events allowed
Extra charge for parties
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Extra charge for parties
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Extra charge for parties For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does "Your Country Home Away from Home" have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at "Your Country Home Away from Home"?
As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Your Country Home Away from Home" on 2 Oct 2025 start from NZ$473.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is "Your Country Home Away from Home" family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that "Your Country Home Away from Home" is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at "Your Country Home Away from Home"?
No, "Your Country Home Away from Home" does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at "Your Country Home Away from Home"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at "Your Country Home Away from Home"?