Discovering the Best of Miami County, Kansas: Top Things to Do and Places to Visit When Staying in the Area
Are you looking for a charming and unique place to stay in Miami County, Kansas? Look no further than Vickers Schoolhouse! Located just a short drive from Kansas City, this historic schoolhouse has been converted into a cozy short-term rental that is perfect for a weekend getaway. But what should you do while you're here? In this blog post, we'll share some of the best things to do and places to visit when staying at Vickers Schoolhouse.
1. Tour the
Louisburg Cider Mill
No visit to Miami County is complete without a trip to the Louisburg Cider Mill. Take a tour of the cider and craft soda production process, sample some of their delicious drinks, and don't forget to try their famous cider donuts. If you’re lucky enough to be planning your visit in Fall, the Cider Mill’s annual Ciderfest event is a must to attend, and the kids will love picking out pumpkins, traversing the corn maze and taking hay rides! Visit the Cider Mill’s website for more info at https://www.louisburgcidermill.com/
2. Visit the area wineries
Miami County is home to several wineries where you can enjoy a glass of locally made wine in a beautiful setting. Take a tour of the vineyards, sit in the shade and listen to live music, and try a few different varieties. If you want to sample multiple wineries in one day, check out the Miami County Trolley which will take you around to different stops. It’s usually a good idea to book your Trolley tickets in advance. More info is available here: https://miamicountytrolley.com/
3. Get outdoors at Sunflower Orchard
If you're looking to get in touch with nature, head to Sunflower Orchard on 311th Street. This family-owned orchard offers peach and blackberry picking in roughly July/August and apple picking in September/October. Check out their Facebook page for updates, picking schedules and directions! https://www.facebook.com/sunflowerorchards
4. Shop the boutiques
For those who love to shop for home décor, hand-crafted items, upcycled items, and antiques, Louisburg has some great options. Check out Louisburg Market Street (https://louisburgmarketstreet.com/), Simply Selah (https://www.facebook.com/simplyselah) and Captain Cook’s Treasure Chest (https://www.captaincookstreasurechest.com/) for all these things and more.
5. Visit Somerset Schoolhouse
To carry on the historic schoolhouse theme, make sure to stop by Somerset Schoolhouse. This charming building houses a home décor boutique upstairs, as well as a speakeasy downstairs that serves crafted cocktails and shareable bites to eat. https://www.somersetschoolhouse.com/
During your next stay at Vickers Schoolhouse, make sure to check out these top things to do and places to visit in Miami County. In addition to the Louisburg Cider Mill and the area wineries, there are so many hidden gems.
Don't forget to peruse the house manual provided at Vickers Schoolhouse for even more recommendations and local tips.
Do you have a favorite place to visit in Miami County that isn’t listed here? Let us know in the comments below! Your suggestions are always helpful to those visiting the area and to locals too!
Happy exploring!