The Philing Station: Restored 1920's Gas Station. A retro vacation rental!
About this house rental
Not just a vacation rental.....but a retro experience! Tune up your spirits *Re-fuel & Rest * *Step Back in Time! We purchased this old gas station building in 2016 and spent 3 years restoring it. We opened for business in the spring/summer of 2019. We’ve kept as much of the original building’s elements as possible while restoring it with a mid-century vibe and local history. There are many vintage items to help you immerse yourself in the '50s. The bay area has been converted into living/sleeping space including TV & seating area as well as queen-sized bed & dresser. The futon folds down to sleep one person. The back room has 2 twin beds and dresser as well. It leads to a fenced backyard with shaded patio and gas grill. The kitchenette features refrigerator, stove top, oven & microwave. Cupboards are stocked with dishware/utensils/cookware. The dining area has a formica table and seats 3 or 4. The bathroom has a tub/shower unit. (Not ADA compliant).The utility room offers a washer and dryer. Plenty of parking available to side and front of building. Much nearby outdoor adventures: Cowboy Trail: Close to the Cowboy Trail for biking trips. Long Pine State Park: Picnic, hike and tube the creek. Scenic Niobrara River: Canoe, kayak or float the river. Smith Falls State Park:. Picnic, hike to the falls, wade in the river. Keller State Park:. Picnic, hike and fish the ponds.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(47 Reviews)
10.0
Nice and clean great place
10.0
I stayed for two days on a work trip. The host and accommodations were perfect.
5.0
The place is incredible, very clean and tidy and has everything for a comfortable stay, I highly recommend it.
5.0
The beds were extremely comfortable. We slept very well. The unit is very clean. The host even left a bottle of water and a couple sodas and a twin bing candy bar. Those were wonderful to enjoy during our visit. Especially arriving late at night. FYI the Sandhills Lounge in Long Pine (the city next to Ainsworth) serves delicious food til 10pm. The roast beef al jus is absolutely amazing at the Sandhills Lounge.
Now back to the unit- although it is by the road the road noise is not a problem. The curtains work well and there is a brightly lit filling station across the street. This is actually a benefit as just enough light perks trough the blinds into the kitchen that you can safely walk to the bathroom in the middle of the night without turning on the lights. There is a full size washer and dryer with laundry soap that can be used by people with sensitive skin. That is a major plus. The antique scale can be used to weigh yourself which is fun. There is a door between the large room with the queen bed and the room with the trundle bed. This is wonderful if you are with someone who snores. The room with the queen bed also has a day bed so I would say the unit sleeps 5. I really enjoyed my stay.
5.0
We came to town on our annual hunting trip and this place was just what we needed and it was super cool to boot, lot of cool old history in that place
5.0
Ainsworth is town that’s been in our family for decades. When going to visit this seemed like the perfect place. It did not not let us down. It was fantastic in every way. Our hosts Marsha and Phil couldn’t have more accommodating. It’s exactly like the pictures.
5.0
We loved staying here for a weekend wedding! The place was SPOTLESS- so clean! Such a cute and unique stay. Be sure to read the album about how the owners restored the building and the bathroom tiles. We had 4 adults and were extremely comfortable. Would absolutely stay again if we had reason to be in the area. Highly recommend!
5.0
Absolutely loved the historic building, very well restored and all you need for a comfortable stay.
5.0
Enjoyed our stay, and visiting with family and friends, I remember the station from the 50’s and so much fun to see how you have incorporated the past into a very fun experience. It worked out great that you had a kitchen and large area to entertain, we had a great memorable time.
Thank You
5.0
We love to stay here! Everywhere you look there is something cool from the past to check out or read about.
5.0
Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay in this retro wonderland. It looked just like the pics and was even more fun when you could see in person every last detail the owners added. Downtown Ainsworth and nearby Bassett offered some good thrift and boutique shopping. This was just a lovely highway stay on the last leg of our driving tour of Nebraska.
5.0
Charming and just perfect!
5.0
Wonderful place to stay, even better in person! Wish I could have taken advantage of the backyard/patio area, maybe next time! Highly recommend staying here!
5.0
Loved it! Perfect place for a weekend of remembering the old days! An amazing restoration! It was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed.
5.0
What a special place to stay - a wonderfully and carefully restored classic filling/gasoline station. Lots of history and historical items to discover. Enjoyed reading the history of the site and perusing the historic and renovation photos. A truly unique vacation experience. We were quite comfortable and enjoyed our stay. And we had great hosts as well.
5.0
It was better than expected. The amount of effort that went into restoring this property and decorating this property. It’s just amazing. We were very happy, and it was very clean.
5.0
The place was great. Loved the nostalgia. Loved the outside chairs except not the most comfortable. 😁 Will definitely let others know and will stay again.
5.0
We loved it came up to motorcycle ride the Sandhills just beautiful
5.0
The rehabbed fillinf station us amazing! Every little detail had thought put into it. We loved all the old memorabilia. I especially loved the old Conoco credit card application. It was a fun place to stay!
5.0
A+ all the way around. Property was clean, and incredibly unique. Strongly recommend staying here.
5.0
Great hosts! Loved the vibe and the place was so clean! Will definitely stay again.
5.0
This property was amazing. It was a great place to stay and unique.
5.0
Best choice we made was to stay at this VBRO. Very clean and tastefully done. Very retro and accommodating. Everything you would need is there, so much better than a hotel. We biked the Cowboy Trail and used Sharp's Outfitters to Kayak the Niobrara. Only negative is no Directv or Dish for people who don't stream TV.
5.0
We have enjoyed vrbo stays before, but nothing has been as unique as The Philing Station. We felt totally at home and didn’t want to leave!
5.0
Easy access to everything in the surrounding area.
5.0
Nostalgic Sandhills Gem
What a fun place to stay! We visited the area to attend a friend's birthday weekend celebration and this property was perfect for our needs. It was a hot visit to Ainsworth and Long Pine, NE so the ample AC did not disappoint. Bed was comfortable and it was great having the kitchen for light cooking and keeping drinks cold. The restoration of this old gas station is impressive! The decor is very period-appropriate (1950s-60s) and super fun. We spent quite a bit of time examining everything and it's evident the owner spent a lot of time finding just the right accessories to fit the theme. Property was also very clean, owners provide clear instructions and were easy to reach with questions. Would love to stay here again when in the area! Thank you!
5.0
Fun and Comfortable
It was fun to stay in this retro gas station. If you need anything, the Pump and Pantry is across the street. The price is reasonable. I highly recommend for singles or groups traveling anywhere in the region. I slept like a baby. Lots of towels and little snacks.
5.0
Great stay while biking the cowboy trail!
This was a great place for a weekend father/daughter trip. We biked some of the cowboy trail but also visited some state recreation areas due to the heat. Very cute place!
5.0
Amazing place to stay!!
We loved this property!! It was perfect for our family and what we needed. Our 3 year old son was so excited by all of it! We did have to hide the pennies though because he kept eating the gumballs. LOL! The owners are amazing to work with and made everything so easy!! We will stay again the next time we are in Ainsworth!
5.0
Fantastic!!
Great couple, great property and wonderful hospitality. The decor was just the cutest, it was so well thought of, every detail. We will be back next year!!!
5.0
found the rental property by accident prior booking and was very pleased with booking, the house is awesome and has a very nice nostalgic taste, with a touch of modern, perfect access location to the CBT (Cowboy Trail) . Rental is very spacious, has all you need for a short our longer stay over. renters are very nice and making sure you have all you need for your time in the house.
5.0
Cowboy Trail Bike Ride
found the rental property by accident prior booking and was very pleased with booking, the house is awesome and has a very nice nostalgic taste, with a touch of modern, perfect access location to the CBT (Cowboy Trail) . Rental is very spacious, has all you need for a short our longer stay over. renters are very nice and making sure you have all you need for your time in the house.
5.0
Three of us stayed here for a hunting trip. The rental was cute, clean and comfortable. Marsha was a great host and was very flexible which was very much appreciated! Would definitely stay again if we return.
10.0
Three of us stayed here for a hunting trip. The rental was cute, clean and comfortable. Marsha was a great host and was very flexible which was very much appreciated! Would definitely stay again if we return.
5.0
Great Stay!
Three of us stayed here for a hunting trip. The rental was cute, clean and comfortable. Marsha was a great host and was very flexible which was very much appreciated! Would definitely stay again if we return.
5.0
Cute and easy access
Property was very cute, clean, easy to access, and had everything I needed when staying with my two kids. We had a blast looking at all the decor and photos. Only consideration is that it is right on the highway so white noise machines/apps were helpful for us.
5.0
We loved this place and the decor or the Philing Station. We will highly recommend this place.
5.0
adventure around Niobrara, Snake Falls, etc....
We loved this place and the decor or the Philing Station. We will highly recommend this place.
5.0
Wow! This is such a great place! Thank you Phil & Marsha for not only restoring this 1920s gas station but sharing it with us. We loved everything about this place. Very clean!! Spent lots of time checking out all the antiques. My favorite thing where the chandelier in the main living area. Such great imagination & style!
5.0
The Philing station was a gas! ♥️
Wow! This is such a great place! Thank you Phil & Marsha for not only restoring this 1920s gas station but sharing it with us. We loved everything about this place. Very clean!! Spent lots of time checking out all the antiques. My favorite thing where the chandelier in the main living area. Such great imagination & style!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Nebraska?
The average price for a rental in Nebraska is $119 per night. This rental is $11 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Philing Station: Restored 1920's Gas Station. A retro vacation rental!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Philing Station: Restored 1920's Gas Station. A retro vacation rental! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Philing Station: Restored 1920's Gas Station. A retro vacation rental!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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