Explore the Blue Door!

Brett & Betsy Olson, the owners of the cabin, will welcome you and invite you to rest, to connect with those you love, to slow down while you celebrate what nature offers you.

If you want a retreat where you can sleep in, slow down and savor nature's beauty, the Blue Door Cabin, tucked in surprisingly hilly oak and hickory woods, with a beautiful view of the pond, is your destination. Within two hours from Kansas City, Tulsa, Joplin or Wichita, and only 4 miles from Chanute Kansas, this preserved and revived cabin offers an easy getaway for city dwellers in need of a very affordable anniversary weekend, study or solitude retreat, or family hiking and fishing trip.

The space
In the 30's the 27 acre property had several natural gas well and service roads through the hilly woods. The trails remain and are absolutely perfect for hiking and wild animal sightings. Need some exercise while you are enjoying your retreat? We got it. Bring your hiking shoes. Four fishing poles, a dock and a couple of light-weight stools are available for all guests. Catch and release and enjoy the serenity. In the event that you have more guests than we have beds, let us know, we do keep two high quality twin air mattresses with bedding in the cabin as well. A fire pit with seating is nestled next to the pond, and near the cabin for your s'mores, and story-telling campfire adventure. Let us know if you plan to use - we'll leave some firewood for you! Interested in grilling? We got it!

Guest access
The Blue Door Cabin owns the land surrounding the pond - all trails on the west, east and north side of the pond are for you to enjoy. However, the trail next to the entrance gate will quickly lead you off property. The garage near the gate is rented and not available for Blue Door Cabin guests.

Donated by Brett & Betsy Olson

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Unforgettable Experiences Across the United States: Choice of Trip to Boston Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Los Angeles, California or Seattle, Washington

History, Culture, Natural Beauty and Glamour Abound in a Participating Location for Four Days & Three Nights for Two People, Including a Guided Tour (Land Only)

Immerse yourself in grandeur and glamour in one of four of the country's most exciting destinations! One of America's oldest and most legendary cities, Boston is the perfect mix of historic and hip, while Chicago beckons you to create wonderful Windy City moments with its exquisite restaurants, exceptional shopping, world-class museums, awe-inspiring architecture and glorious green spaces! A vibrant metropolis surrounded by majestic natural beauty, Seattle is the perfect place to enjoy an exciting urban adventure or a tranquil mountain retreat (or both), and Beverly Hills's glistening reputation is synonymous with world-renowned shopping, casual celebrity sightings and Michelin-starred chefs, as well as the ideal place to stretch your legs and soak up the fresh California sunshine!

There are so many things to do, specific city trip options are listed in the photo section.

Your trip for two includes:

~ 4 days/3 nights accommodations at your choice of the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, the Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, the Swissôtel Chicago, Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile, Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, or the Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle

~ Daily complimentary breakfast

~ All room-related taxes

~ A Boston Freedom Trail Tour (if chosen)

~ A Chicago River Pizza Cruise (if chosen)

~ A Los Angeles Luxury Tour (if chosen)

~ A Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle Winery Tour (if chosen)

~ Free concierge reservation service

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Tour runs on specific days of the week and at specific times. If tour is not available, it may be substituted with equal or similar experience. A minimum 30-day advance reservation is required. Accommodations at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile are in a king-bedded room. Boston blackout dates: April 17-21, Boston Marathon. Travel is valid through 12/31/2021.

Come Hungry for Southern Cuisine and Soulful Music to New Orleans, Louisiana for Four Days & Three Nights at Either the Windsor Court Hotel, the Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans, or the Maison Dupuy Hotel for Two, Including a Tour of the City, a Dinner Jazz Cruise and a Class at the New Orleans School of Cooking (Land Only)

Riverboats, jazz, Creole cuisine and Mardi Gras have given "The Big Easy" its flamboyant reputation, and that rich heritage continues today. Let your dinner jazz cruise take you back to a time when life was as slow and graceful as the current on the Mississippi! A class at the New Orleans School of Cooking and a tour of one of America's most colorful cities are the finishing touches on your trip to the one and only New Orleans.

For the epitome of personal luxury, the four-star and four-diamond Windsor Court Hotel invites you to relax in its classic elegance. A historic setting, modern amenities and excellent service beckon you to the Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans, which sits adjacent to the famed Bourbon Street. And for a bit of New Orleans charm, the distinct Maison Dupuy Hotel gives you the perfect combination of luxurious relaxation and the hustle and bustle of Bourbon Street.

Music is always nearby, supplied by the tolling bells of St. Louis Cathedral, the clanging of streetcars, and the rhythms of Dixieland Jazz. Stop for a café au lait and beignets at a sidewalk café. Your thorough and fascinating introduction to the endless variety that is New Orleans on your city tour includes such highlights as the Superdome, St. Charles Avenue, the French Quarter and Jackson Square.

From Cajun to Creole, and French to fabulous, New Orleans is a city of flavors! As the evening sets in, take a lazy ride down the Mississippi in an authentic paddlewheel riverboat for your dinner jazz cruise. The entertaining classes at the New Orleans School of Cooking are held in a renovated molasses warehouse, built in the early 1800s in the heart of the French Quarter. The popular lunch classes include generous samplings of the demonstrated items as well as recipes, coffee, iced tea and beer.

Your trip for two includes:

~ 4 days/3 nights accommodations at Either the Windsor Court Hotel, the Hyatt Centric French Quarter New Orleans, or the Maison Dupuy Hotel

~ All room-related taxes

~ Dinner Jazz Cruise, including a lavish Creole buffet

~ Gray Line New Orleans-Super City Tour

~3-hour class at the New Orleans School of Cooking

~Free concierge reservation service

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Hotel may be substituted with equal or similar accommodations. Blackout dates: Jan 1-2, Mardi Gras, Apr 2-5, 17-20, Jazz Fest, Jul 2-5, Oct 30-31, Dec 30-31. Dinner Jazz Cruise runs on specific days of the week and at specific times. Tours run on specific days of the week and at specific times. A minimum 30 day advance reservation is required. Travel is valid through 12/29/2021.

Enjoy a 5-day/4-night stay at the Beaver Run Resort condo in Breckenridge, Colorado.

This item was donated by Home Savings Bank of Chanute, one of our event's Silver Level Sponsors!

Take in the wonders of the Osarks! This 4-day/3-night stay at the Eagle Mountain Condo in Branson, Missouri was donated by Community National Bank and Trust, one of our Gold Level Sponsors for this event.