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Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10

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A kitchen with a bar area, wooden flooring, and green cabinets.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view into the kitchen.
A kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a decorative ceiling.
A living room with a teal door, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a round window.
A kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a decorative ceiling.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Norfolk, NE
  • Place, North Fork Whitewater Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Norfolk Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, City Square Park
    ‪6 min walk‬

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About the area

Norfolk

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of North Fork Whitewater Park and Warren Cook Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Norfolk holiday home include Norfolk Public Library and Johnson Park.

What's nearby

  • North Fork Whitewater Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Norfolk Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Norfolk Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • City Square Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Verges Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jake's Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬3 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.

Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10

Summary:

Relax and reconnect at Sunshine Cottage, a welcoming Norfolk getaway with 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and room for up to 10 guests. Stay across the street from the whitewater rapids, with kayaks included! Unwind in the hot tub, gather around the fire pit, or enjoy quiet moments on the front porch and beneath the backyard pergola. A fully equipped kitchen, dining table for eight, and kitchen island make group meals easy. Walk to downtown, nearby parks, and trails.



The Space:

ROOM TO GATHER & UNWIND

Sunshine Cottage combines charming details with flexible spaces for up to 10 guests. Two living areas, four bedrooms, and an additional Murphy bed give your group room to spread out and settle in.



MAIN-FLOOR COMFORT

Gather in the central living room, with comfortable seating and a Smart TV. The well-equipped kitchen features an island for extra prep space and casual gathering.



❖ Primary bedroom: king bed, Smart TV, and blackout curtains

❖ Second bedroom: queen bed and built-in desk



FINISHED BASEMENT

The finished basement offers another place to relax, play, and enjoy time together.



❖ Second living room with a cozy sectional and Smart TV

❖ Game area with an additional dining space and Murphy bed

❖ Third bedroom: queen bed

❖ Fourth bedroom: full bed

❖ Secondary kitchen

❖ Half bathroom

❖ Full laundry room



EXTENDED STAYS

Planning a longer visit? Discounted rates are available for stays longer than one month. Contact us for details.



Guest Access:

Enjoy private access to the entire house, including both living areas, both kitchens, all four bedrooms, and the laundry room. Relax on the front porch or enjoy the backyard pergola, fire pit, and hot tub. Kayaks are also available for guest use.



The Neighborhood:

PARKSIDE CHARM & DOWNTOWN CONVENIENCE

Sunshine Cottage sits across from Winter Park in central Norfolk, putting outdoor recreation, local dining, and downtown exploring within easy reach.



PARKS & RIVERFRONT FUN

❖ Winter Park: directly across the street

❖ North Fork Whitewater Park: nearby river access for kayaking and water recreation, with kayaks provided at the house

❖ Johnson Park: within walking distance for outdoor time and riverfront exploring

❖ Nearby trails for a morning walk or an afternoon adventure



EXPLORE DOWNTOWN

Walk to Norfolk’s River Point District for locally owned shops, restaurants, and community events. Enjoy a relaxed meal, browse downtown, and return home for a soak in the hot tub.



NEARBY CONVENIENCES

❖ Norfolk Public Library

❖ Public tennis courts

❖ Johnny Carson Theatre

❖ Norfolk High School



Getting Around:

❖ Walk across the street to Winter Park and nearby river access

❖ Downtown Norfolk’s River Point District, Johnson Park, and local trails are within walking distance

❖ A car is convenient for exploring the rest of Norfolk, picking up groceries, and visiting attractions beyond downtown

❖ Norfolk Regional Airport (OFK) is the local airport for private and general aviation

❖ For commercial flights, Omaha’s Eppley Airfield (OMA) is approximately a 2-hour drive away



Travel times are approximate and based on light traffic.



Other Things to Note:

PARKING

❖ Driveway parking is available for small cars

❖ Street parking is also available; please observe posted restrictions



KAYAKS & RIVER ACCESS

❖ Four kayaks are included for guest use

❖ A river put-in is located directly across the street for exploring North Fork Whitewater Park

❖ Check current river conditions before heading out



Interaction with Guests:

Our team is just a message or call away throughout your stay. Whether you have a question about the house, need local recommendations, or need assistance, we’re happy to help you feel at home.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10 have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

What makes Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10 a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, fireplaces, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10.

Is there a private hot tub at Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10?

No, Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sunshine Cottage | Near Whitewater Park | Sleeps 10 Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house!! Could use some backyard pruning. House rental good price, but all the fees really hurt! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only request would be to have another shower/full bathroom. Other than that our family loved the Sunshine house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

I’m a HS golf coach. We stayed here for the state golf tournament. It was a great location, clean and fit our group perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family reunion

We were looking for a place that we could stay with our adult children and their spouses and a grandchild. This property was exactly what we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Great house-walking trail close by
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, Megan was very accessible. She did an awesome job for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Very Nice. Clean. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Norfolk gem

Cleanest VRBO I have ever stayed in! Plenty of space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a very cute cottage like home that’s in a wonderful area in Norfork. Right near a small crack, bike path, and grocery store. All the amenities were in the house and the AC ran well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College Graduation

House was fine except the central did not work and the owner was called, and she stated it was fixed but the house would be 80 plus when we tried to go to bed so did not get a good night sleep all three nights we stayed!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property for Family Gathering

This property is adorable and has a great layout for family gatherings. It is well-equipped and very clean as well as is located across the street from one of the entries for river rafting which was fun and convenient for our family. The owner was very responsive and helpful during our stay when we had questions. The only issue we ran into was it was advertised as a 2 bathroom home, however it truly only has 1.25 bathrooms which we still would have stayed but it made it a challenge with 10 of us staying there to only have one true bathroom. Also it would have been nice to have a complimentary soap/bathgel for the shower as we did not bring our own. Overall though, I would highly recommend this property and stay there again, we would just bring a few extra toiletries the next time, which isn't a huge deal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
AVOID. Total scam. Furniture is broken down and shoddy. Dirt and dust all over. Jacuzzi was filthy. Owner invented issues...claiming we stole or broke items that were not there, just to suck money. No inventory list was given before and she made up items that were never there to LIE and say we took them...anything from imaginary speakers to chairs to soap dispensers. She offered to buy our Christmas tree so we left it, but kept it and never paid. Total parasite. STAY AWAY!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend

The areas in this home give you lots of room to gather together, or spread out and have your own space, or have work meetings on your computer. The kitchen and bathrooms needed a few more items. With having the maximum number of family members 10/11, staying for the weekend, we had lots of coffee drinkers, and with two pod coffee makers, one upstairs and one downstairs, there were only 4 coffee cups. We had to keep washing them, for the next person. Also there was No Body Wash or Bars of Soap, for the shower, or napkins. We went out and bought these items as well as extra toilet paper, because we thought we would run out. These are just some suggestions that would help make the stay at this cottage even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great for our family. Basement area is really cute and good for lots of kids to stay together. We enjoyed the hot tub as well. Great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026