Family-friendly vacation rentals in Platte River

The Cottage

Unplug in this peaceful little getaway. Nestled in the backyard of our little hobby farm near the Wood River, you will be able to visit our alpacas, goat, or honey bees. Sit and relax on the porch, or stroll through the pasture or neighborhood. In many ways, the cottage resembles a tiny house with a small bathroom & shower, kitchen sink, microwave, induction hot plate, coffee maker, plates, glasses & utensils. Many of the restaurants & shopping amenities are located on the north end of Kearney.

The Vintage Cottage at Our Place

Step back in time in our furnished vintage cottage in the Village of Beaver Crossing! Just 3 miles south of I-80, our cottage provides a relaxing place to stay during your road trip! Just 45 miles from sandhill crane migration! Avoid "party city" on Husker weekends with a family-friendly place to stay! Travel nurses - hospitals in Friend, York, Crete, and Geneva are nearby! College students - just 14 miles from Concordia, 31 miles from UNL, 33 miles from Doane, 12 miles from SCC in Milford.

Adorable cabin tucked away on 80 acres!

Looking for a place just outside of Lincoln to unplug and relax? This cabin sits nestled on 80 acres overlooking a little lake with fishing, boating and kayaking available. Watch the prettiest sunrises and sunsets on the patio or from inside through the abundant windows. There is a full kitchen, a living room with a smart TV, strong WiFi, updated bathroom, 3 sets of bunkbeds and a queen-sized bed. Perfect for a girl's trip, guy's fishing retreat, Husker football game weekend and so much more!

Cozy Nest on the Platte River

Enjoy quiet country living in the guest house by our home on the Platte River. There are forty acres where you can fish, walk, swim, or just relax on the porch. Accommodations for a family of four. Additional space with a pull out couch or add the River Room to your reservation. Enjoy one of the restaurants nearby or bring your own food. Use the gathering space with couch, tv, fridge, kitchenette, and grill. WIFI is available but we recommend you put down the devices and enjoy your getaway.

The Cottage

Coziest place in town This is a tiny home tucked away in the heart of Aurora. within walking distance to our wonderful square in the center of town. This home is a perfect place for you to stay during your visit to Aurora. The house can sleep 4 individuals however it would best suited for 2 children and 2 adults if reaching the maximum of 4 individuals. If you find The Cottage to be booked, please check out my other properties The Carriage House and The Otto House here on Airbnb.

Bunkhouse on Working Ranch. Hear Prairie Chickens.

Rustic bunkhouse, cozy and well designed. Stay a night or two. Double bed, futon, and two loft singles. Kitchenette & full bathroom. Walk trees, fields, roads (at your own risk). Beautiful bird sounds. Interact with cats & dogs. Star gazing. Phone and internet, and Wifi. Late arrivals okay. Coffee free. 1 person=1guest, 2people=2guests. NO PETS unless service animals, then add $10 cleaning. Prairie Chickens and baby calves in the Spring. NO FEEs only AirBnB fees/taxes.

Cozy Cabin Lane with fully stocked game room!

IF BOOKING AFTER JULY 2026, BOOK HERE: airbnb.com https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1698564814155183894?unique_share_id=4cd56e08-833a-4c06-9df5-28454c8dc7f7&viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76 Cozy Cabin Lane is perfect for family gatherings, weekends with friends, or escaping city life. Just 5 miles outside Columbus with plenty of privacy and quiet surroundings — you won't feel like you're in Nebraska! The interior gives you the feeling of being tucked away in the woods or mountains.

The Pepper Shed

Welcome to "The Pepper Shed" named after our black lab. This is a unique utility shed with built-in living quarters located next to our family home located along the Cedar River. Beds are located in open loft upstairs and bathroom is located on the ground level. While staying, feel free to make yourself at home with private access to a patio, dog kennel, walk out balcony with full accommodations of Wi-Fi, TV with Roku, washer and dryer, outdoor grill and full kitchen.

Waterfront cabin in peaceful countryside

Book a couple nights with us and experience a cabin stay on our little countryside oasis. It has a queen bed, sofa sleeper, fridge, stove, full bath, stocked fishing pond and beautiful patio surrounded by 160 rolling acres as your view. Enjoy the quiet, country life of a Nebraska farm. If you’ve ever wanted to experience rural life, our newly remodeled farmhouse cabin is the perfect opportunity. Great for extended business stays!

Hangar 1 with a river view

Large secluded home with a private drive and an amazing view! This three bedroom, three full bath home with an aviation theme, has plenty of space with a view of the Missouri River and a hot tub off of the master. Three queen beds, a twin with a twin trundle, and a pull out couch can sleep up to 10. Foosball and air hockey tables. There is a bike path at the end of the driveway and only a 7 min drive to Eppley Airfield.

Cozy Cabin on the River

This cozy cabin is located 5 minutes from downtown Kearney. It sits on the Platte River with an incredible view of the Nebraska sunrises and sunsets. It has a nice fishing lake stocked with bass, crappie, blue gill and catfish. The fishing lake is directly outside the cabin. This cabin is furnished with leather furniture, cable tv, a queen size bed, a double size bed and A/C.

The BIN HOUSE at THE GOOD LIFE FARM, SEWARD NE

The BIN House: A Unique Couples Getaway! (No children or infants, no pets.) This converted grain bin has been on the family farm since the 1930s. Up until several years ago, it stored grain. In its new life, it has been converted into a cozy, couples getaway. We invite you to experience our unique little piece of heaven here at the Good Life Farm.