South Kansas City stay.Your stay at this South Kansas City vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Research Medical Center Brookside Campus and Jacob L. Loose Memorial Park. University of Missouri-Kansas City and National Museum of Toys and Miniatures are also within 3 miles (5 km).
University of Missouri-Kansas City - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
Starlight Theatre - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
Kansas City Zoo - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles
University of Kansas Medical Center - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
Getting around
Kansas City Union Station - 21 min drive
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Kansas City Bier Company - 9 min walk
Lew's Grill & Bar - 6 min walk
Waldo Pizza - 5 min walk
Dodson’s Bar & Commons - 4 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard!
Welcome to The Walkabout — Your Perfect Kansas City Home Base!
Experience the best of Kansas City from this beautifully renovated home, ideally located in the heart of Waldo — one of KC’s most beloved original neighborhoods. Thoughtfully updated with modern touches while preserving its classic charm, The Walkabout is the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and style.
Host will not be at the property during your stay, but am always just a phone call, text or email away!
Discover the Heart of Kansas City — Welcome to Waldo!
Waldo is more than just a neighborhood — it's a vibrant, historic community where the charm of small-town living meets the energy of the big city. Originally established in 1841 as the farmstead of Dr. David Waldo, this area quickly grew into a lively town of its own, and today it proudly retains its unique blend of history, heart, and hometown spirit.
Staying at The Walkabout places you right in the middle of it all. Waldo boasts a dynamic mix of over 600 businesses — an impressive 60% of them locally owned — offering guests an authentic taste of Kansas City's creative and entrepreneurial spirit. It's a neighborhood where you can grab your morning coffee from a cozy local café, enjoy a leisurely afternoon shopping at boutiques, and wind down with dinner and drinks at a laid-back neighborhood bar — all within walking distance.
From The Walkabout, you're just a block away from Waldo’s best: CVS Pharmacy – For everyday essentials just steps away. Walgreens – Down the street, complete with an electric car charging station for your convenience. Chipotle – Quick and easy fresh eats. Summit Grill – A local favorite for elevated American classics and cocktails. Pickleman’s Gourmet Café – Casual deli fare perfect for a quick lunch. Crow’s Coffee – A beloved local coffee shop with the perfect vibe for working, relaxing, or catching up with friends. Lew’s Grill and Bar – A go-to neighborhood hangout with great pub food and atmosphere. The Neighborhood Café – Known for an exceptional breakfast — don't miss their cinnamon rolls!
Beyond the restaurants and shops, Waldo offers a friendly, walkable atmosphere and hosts frequent community events, farmers markets, and festivals that make you feel instantly connected to Kansas City’s authentic local life.
Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, an extended stay, or anything in between, Waldo offers a vibrant and welcoming backdrop for your Kansas City experience.
Guests will have access to the entire property and privately fenced backyard. In addition, guests will have access to the basement which has a full size washer and dryer.
About The Walkabout — Your Adorable Kansas City Bungalow Retreat
Step into comfort, style, and charm at The Walkabout — a cozy, newly renovated bungalow designed for unforgettable Kansas City stays. Thoughtfully curated with everything you could need, this home blends modern amenities with relaxed, welcoming vibes that instantly make you feel at home.
Kitchen: Whip up anything from a quick breakfast to a full dinner with ease in the fully stocked kitchen. You'll find a complete set of dishes, cookware, and utensils ready for your culinary creations. Prefer to stay in for coffee and conversation? Indulge in the full coffee bar featuring a Keurig, drip coffee maker, pour-over, and French press — plus a variety of coffee grounds, creamers, and sugar to start your mornings right.
Dining Room: Gather around the stylish dining table that comfortably seats six — ideal for home-cooked meals, evening board games, or a casual night of cocktails with friends. A professional drink mixer set is also provided for those inspired mixology moments!
Living Room: Stretch out on the plush sectional and unwind with your favorite shows or movies on the 55" Smart TV. Whether it's a relaxed night in or a cozy afternoon after exploring KC, this space invites you to settle in and recharge.
Bedrooms: Each bedroom features a sumptuous queen-size bed outfitted with hotel-quality linens, designed to deliver a sleep experience so good you may never want to leave. Both bedrooms are also equipped with their own 40" flat-screen Smart TVs, perfect for late-night movie marathons from the comfort of your bed.
Bathroom: Treat yourself to a spa-like experience in the beautifully updated bathroom, complete with brand-new tile work, a modern vanity, and plush, high-quality towels. Luxury Tommy Bahama bath products — including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion — are provided to elevate your stay. (Dark make-up towels are also thoughtfully included for your convenience.)
Exterior: Sip your morning coffee or evening glass of wine on the charming screened-in front porch, or retreat to the shaded back deck for a quiet escape. Private driveway parking for two small vehicles is available out front, and the fully fenced backyard welcomes your four-legged family members to join in the fun!
Additional Features: High-speed internet to meet all your work and streaming needs Private driveway or convenient street parking Pet-friendly accommodations with a spacious, secure yard
We can’t wait to host you during your Kansas City adventure!
Professionally managed by Cozy in KC All Cozy in KC homes are properly registered and licensed with the city. Permit Number: NSD-STR-00984
Waldo Walkabout has a walk score of 87!!! Leave your car in the driveway and enjoy the city on foot or using the many public transportation options. The KC street car, uber and Ride KC will get you where you need to go!
*BOOK YOUR STAY WITH CONFIDENCE! THIS HOME IS PROPERLY REGISTERED AND LICENSED TO HOST!
*IDENTITY VERIFICATION and PROPERTY INSURANCE REQUIREMENT: To help you relax and enjoy your stay, we have partnered with SafelyStay, Inc. to provide all reservations with damage protection of up to $1,500. This protection plan is $45 for all stays under 29 nights, and is included in the cost of your booking. Stays 30-59 nights will be required to pay an additional insurance premium of $305 directly on our website. Stays longer than 59 nights will be separately charged for damage protection extension at the rate of $130/30 days. Please note, guest screening is also required for any bookings made through VRBO or direct. Once your booking is confirmed, you will be contacted by Safely to complete an identity verification before your reservation date for any direct or VRBO bookings.
*PARTIES - All gatherings must be limited to 6, this is monitored and guests violating this rule will be charged a mandatory $700 fine. NO EVENTS OR PARTIES ARE ALLOWED.
*PETS - We do allow pets with host approval. If you are planning on bringing a pet please notify us once you complete your booking. There is a $75 fee for one pet and $125 for two that is collected once the booking is confirmed and paid in full. (Guests are required to pick up after their pet, host provides dog bag stations.) There is a fully fenced back yard. There is a $500 fine for any unauthorized pets.
*CANCELLATION POLICY - Guests can receive a full refund minus processing fees (approximately 4%) if they cancel up to 5 days before check in. No refund will be provided if cancelling less than 5 days before check in.
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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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Smoking is prohibited inside the home, a $250 additional cleaning fee will be assessed if smoking occurs inside the home.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number NSD-STR-00984
Property is also known as
5a3af727-2086-4fb6-bc6e-39df5f5382dd
Frequently asked questions
How close is Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! to the airport?
This vacation home is 27.5 mi (38-min drive) away from the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard!?
As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! on Oct 6, 2025 start from $111.0, excluding 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.
Does Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Isle of Capri Casino Kansas City (18-min drive) and Harrah's Casino (24-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! to downtown Kansas City?
This vacation home is 7.6 mi away from Kansas City.
Walkable to Waldo + Parking & Fenced Yard! Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 34 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 34 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Meghan K.
Sep 7, 2025
Meghan K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justin S.
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to get together with our adult kids. Especially the kitchen had plenty of utensils and etc to make meals. Easy walk to a good coffee shop and some restaurants and shops.Has a nice front porch, enclosed and a back deck to sit and read and/or just relax.
Justin S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
Jul 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying at the Waldo house. The house is so RETRO, whole house clean, bed rooms quaint, the bathroom was big and accommodating (nice hand shower) the kitchen was big and functional. So happy we stayed there and will again since we have family close.
Karen W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lori H.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
We had a nice stay in this cute cottage that looked like the pictures on the sight inside. The only reason I ranked location 4/5 was because we are older and this neighborhood may be most attractive to younger visitors. Having said that, it was central to many things we were doing and the restaurants and coffee shops were within walking distance and were excellent too. The hosts communicate very well and were responsive to our needs. We would consider again if in KC. Thanks!
Lori H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Debra J.
Jun 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The home was ok but the location and description of actual external elements of property was misleading.The backyard had a huge old fallen tree that was not pleasant for people or dogs. The neighbors trash 12’ away was piled high and lots of flies swarmed it. And the city was chopping up the street on move in day .The curtains were too sheer and made it uncomfortable to sit in living room at night and the stairs to basement should have warning that they are dangerously steep for anyone.Also silverware was a very low quantity.It
Debra J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
amanda w.
Jun 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Long KC weekend
It was a nice location for us to drive to multiple KC locations. We felt safe and walked the dog on a 6 block grid walk several times a day. The fenced yard was nice but there was a large down tree and mosquitoes inhabiting the yard. Our dog is larger and could have jumped the fence so she was always escorted in the backyard. There were storms in the area, weeks prior. We only used plates, bowls, cups in the kitchen so we can't speak to how well stocked it was for cooking. Beds were comfortable and we use sound machines everywhere we go anyway. We appreciate that the property is dog friendly. When we arrived, the toddler dropped trail mix on the carpet so we vacuumed it up and the vacuum pulled up a lot of dust/other danger and hair and we had just arrived so it wasn't ours. The house is decorated top notch, very cute and trendy. The water and ice dispenser on the fridge do not work and we were unable to ever get the internet working. We messaged owners and they were quick to respond and offer troubleshooting tips. They didn't work and honestly we just looked at our tablet for any tv watching because we were in no stress mode. We hope the internet is resolved for the next guests. Try the coffee shop and pizza nearby (walkable).
amanda w.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nancy R., St Louis
May 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Location was close to restaurants & we could get anywhere in 15-20 minutes.
Nancy R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patrick R.
Mar 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend
Great location, good communication, clean with all amenities. We will stay here again.
Patrick R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Sharon M.
Mar 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Waldo walkabout
House is small but nicely renovated. There is quite a bit of traffic on Washington. Check in and check out process was very simple.
Sharon M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Jessie A.
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good little house, enjoyed the updated finish, the porch was cozy at entry.
We would stay again, enjoyed the kitchen set up and screened in porch. The backyard is nice for pets. A cute home and Convenient location. Manager was easy to communicate with questions and quick response.
Jessie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
B G.
Dec 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Modern and cozy
The place is adorable and very accommodating. We enjoyed our stay!
B G.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary Kay S.
Nov 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
J’s Wedding
Very nice stay and very convenient location!
Mary Kay S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
Nov 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, extremely well stocked place!
I stayed at the Waldo Walkabout for 9 days while my dad was hospitalized at Research Medical Center. The home was an absolute life saver for me and my family.
It is one of the most well stocked rentals I’ve ever stayed in, particularly in the kitchen.
It was clean and well maintained and comfortably and beautifully decorated.
The location is unbeatable, I could walk to Aldi, Walgreens, multiple restaurants and a gym, and there is a walking/running trail a block away as well.
It was a perfect location for a long stay.
Jennifer D.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anonyah C.
Nov 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Anonyah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Cheyann H.
Nov 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute property/home but lacked a bit
Pros: Good location (can walk to eat, drinks, grocery store, etc.), cute & clean home, comfy beds, responsive host, thoughtful check in packet.
Overall this is a good place to stay with another couple or another friend! The house is small, a shotgun style house, which isn’t a bad thing but can be difficult to tell from photos.
We did have some things that made our stay less than ideal. The fridge filter water was broken and we needed that for our baby’s bottles, so we headed out to grab bottled water for the weekend. The front room was missing its curtains for the window facing the street which cause the room to be very bright all night from a nearby street lamp. Also there were no Keurig cups provided for the keurig which was a bummer. Lots of added costs for anythjng extra you’d want (early check in, high chairs, etc.)
No place is perfect, but the part that left a bad taste for us was when we alerted the host of the issues with the fridge and curtains there was no acknowledgment of the way this would impact our trip or apology, just a response thanking us for letting them know & they’d fix it when we checked out. This property is one of many this hosts owns, which just causes you to miss out on that personal connection/understanding.
Cheyann H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather G.
Nov 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
The house is really cute, and has some great furniture pieces.
It had a strange smell when we arrived, we all agreed it smelled like dry dog food.
Weird.
Would suggest some throw blankets available for when watching TV.
The beds and pillows were hard, in both rooms. There was a lite blanket and sheets on each bed. Only one extra blanket in the whole house. It was cold and rainy our time in KC. We didn't cook or anything but seemed to be nicely stocked. I was disappointed that KCups weren't provided for the Kruig (I would have brought some), the filter on the water tank needs to be addressed ASAP.
Location was great, totally walkable to many restaurants and shops.
All n all a great stay! Just get more blankets.
Ned and pillows were hard. There was
Heather G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Crystal S.
Oct 28, 2024
Cute little house
Crystal S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
2/10 Terrible
Heidi M.
Oct 10, 2024
Heidi M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Kim S.
Sep 7, 2024
First time to a Cheifs hometown
My husband and 22yr old son were in town for their first Cheifs game. The location was great for access to the airport and stadium.
Kim S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt B., Topeka, Kansas
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Waldo walkabout
We loved this cute little house. Very comfortable, great location, fenced back yard for the dog and a responsive host. We’ll definitely be back. Thanks Kristen.
Matt B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ian A.
May 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot
Great spot for me, my wife and two friends to make a home base for a KC weekend. Very easy to get lots of places from here.
Ian A.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Traci F., Fayetteville, AR
Apr 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Bungalow and convenient location
The property was just as advertised. It was well stocked, great fenced backyard for our pup, and close to everything we needed. The kitchen was adorable with enough pots/pans, etc and the couch was large and comfy. It fIt our needs for our weekend stay and super convenient to the Waldo area of KC.
Traci F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Super cute and clean property. Great location too!
Julie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy F.
Feb 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Waldo House
Perfect little rental in Waldo. Enjoyed our stay.
Amy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Megan S.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home!
My friend and i stayed for the weekend and Kristen was welcoming and very responsive. The rental was clean and lovely to stay. Definitely a great place to hang out and rest!