Nestled in the peaceful countryside of Kansas, not far from scenic Highway 50 near Elmdale, stands a unique and beautifully reimagined retreat: a converted grain silo that has been transformed into a stylish and welcoming two-bedroom home. Surrounded by soybean fields and a gentle creek in West Chase County, the Owl’s Nest Silo House offers a one-of-a-kind escape into nature.
The property is the creation of Gerald Wiens, who first ventured into vacation rentals in 2019 with a cozy log cabin. What started as a small idea—renting the cabin on Airbnb a few nights a month—quickly turned into a popular destination. During the pandemic, the Paw Print Cabin was booked for over 180 nights, prompting Gerald to take on an even bigger project.
That project came in the form of a nearby, unused grain silo. With a little imagination and a lot of determination, Gerald began planning how to turn the structure into a fully functional home. The round design presented a number of architectural challenges, but he met them with creativity, hand-drawn plans, and a clear vision.
Today, the result is truly impressive: a four-story home standing 45 feet tall, offering comfort and thoughtful design throughout. Visitors enter into a warm circular living room with soft seating, a gas fireplace set in stone, and a mounted flat-screen TV for entertainment. A convenient half-bath is tucked beneath the spiral staircase that winds up through each floor.
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