PodHopping

05/27/2026

All the sunshine, rainbows, butterflies and swims at the Butterfly Pods last summer. We had the most wonderful guests creating special memories in our off grid pool. Think lazy days with your loved ones surrounded by the beauty and peace of nature. The pool is open for 2026 and we’ve already seen some meaningful moments shared. Mild bachelorette celebrations, birthdays, family time and so much more to come!

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05/10/2026

Statistics say that the majority of guest stays have been booked by moms - sometimes with and many times without the kids. Some have even split their stays, a few nights just the moms with Dads and kids joining later.

We are so grateful for our own mothers and to all those who have chosen to bring their families and friends out for quality time at the Butterfly Pods 🦋❤️ Thank you to all the moms that dream of visiting the pods one day too. We wish you all a very happy Mother’s Day. Hopefully you’ve had a few moments of relaxation today ☀️

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03/27/2026

A moment for the loft bunk bedroom, magical for children and adults 💫 Without doubt the most memorable and curious room at the Butterfly Pods. When designing the property, our girls’ major requirement was a bunk room. We heavily debated the layout of the room to arrive at a compromise between function and fun 🤩 This way kids can take turns to sleep on the loft bunk and kids or adults can sleep on the full size bed below. Securing the bunk at the level of the third window allows for uninterrupted nature views for all 🌳

What do you think of the design? Anything you would do differently?

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02/17/2026

Keep swiping as it just keeps getting better. The final shot may be my most favorite photo ever of the 🦋 pods. Expertly captured by one of the masters of cabin photography

You get ALL of this to yourselves when you stay at the Butterfly Pods. A slice of Kansan heaven for you and your loved ones to reconnect with nature and each other.



Only 1 hour from Kansas City. Perfect for small family groups, girlfriends getaways, birthday celebrations, book clubs and more! A short drive from Wichita, Topeka, Omaha too.

02/10/2026

Still looking for a special something for your special someone? Check out our last minute Valentine’s getaway offer on our website or DM any questions!

Can’t make it these dates? You can still surprise your favorite person with a getaway to the 🦋 pods as a gift for another time. Book your best available dates now and reschedule if needed. We can be flexible like that 😉



Luxury off grid cabin with wood burning hot tub only 1 hour from Kansas City. Short drive from Wichita, Topeka, Lawrence

02/07/2026

Our favorite sustainable travel writer Family Travel Nomads has a new article out about quiet winter time at the Butterfly Pods. It’s so beautifully written, please give it a read!

If you’re inspired to have your own winter time reset at a cabin in the woods, see our website for availability and pricing.

The perfect winter getaway, with wood burning hot tub, just 1 hour from Kansas City.

As I finish up Kansas week, I decided to share an off-grid cabin stay close to my heart. This property at PodHopping and the owners are so very unique and inspirational, offering something unprecedented in the Midwest.
✏️I wrote this article for them and I hope it helps both me and you remember to appreciate these last “unloveable” weeks of winter.

“Tucked into the undulating Kansas plains, just an hour south of Kansas City, you can embrace winter with a refreshing perspective. It starts with heading way off-grid and checking into a set of angular cedar cabins hugged by the sleeping, winter prairie….”

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