When you book an Airbnb stay in Indiana, you’ll find plenty of simplicity and charm. .
So whether you’re booking in a barn, treehouse, or watery oasis, you’ll find serenity in all of these unique properties you can rent through Airbnb.
Just steps from Lake Michigan is a single family Home in Whiting, Indiana, that was formerly St. John’s Lutheran Church. Although it was restored in 2012 with the intention of becoming a living space, it still has large stained glass windows throughout, and its original altar and pews have been converted into a movie theater.
Guests have access to the ground floor of the 4,000 square foot property, which features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room, kitchen, and laundry room. The owner of the property lives on the lower level, which has a separate entrance.
Guests: Four
Price per night: $257 (excluding other fees)
Approvals: Cable TV, Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and free street parking
More information about this property can be found here.
Surrounded by greenery, just a short drive from the famous Brown County State Park, is this renovated 20th century barn. Gather around the fire pit and gaze up at the starry sky or relax in the hot tub just outside the 2,500 square foot barn. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen and a movie on the 60 inch flat screen TV. Also enjoy the pool table and wet bar with a temperature controlled refrigerator.
Guests: Six
Price per night: $436 when six guests stay (not including other fees)
Approvals: Heating and air conditioning, free parking on site, a grill, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen. There is no Wi-Fi on this property.
More information about this property can be found here.
If you’re not looking to get too far from Indianapolis, but want to feel somewhere else, this Greenwood home is for you. Located off I-65 and just a 20 minute drive from downtown Indianapolis, you enjoy calming waterfront views from the living room of this home. You are free to go fishing and swimming in the lake, as well as to take a pedal boat ride.
Even if you don’t like the lake, there is water for you to enjoy. Take a dip in the in-ground pool if you’re staying during the summer. Or, just sit on the dock and enjoy the sunset.
Guests: Four
Price per night: $153 (excluding other fees)
Approvals: Inground pool during the warm months, Wi-Fi, washer, dryer
More information about this property can be found here.
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The Rescue and Sanctuary of the Little Treasure is funded by donations and by people staying on the shrine property.
Le Château de Chien is a 10 acre Chesterton farm which houses a sanctuary for abused, disabled and elderly dogs. The property’s owners say they want “all customers who love dogs as much as we do to have the best experience possible.”
If you don’t like dogs, this probably isn’t the place for you. The hosts say that while they can separate you from the dogs if you want, they can’t promise you’ll never encounter one during your stay. Two cats also live in the guest space.
Near the property you will also find hiking and biking trails, as well as the Indiana Dunes National Park. Chicago is about an hour away.
Guests: Of them
Price per night: $60 (excluding other fees)
Approvals: A fishing pond, furnished gazebo, cable TV, Wi-Fi, balcony and free parking on site. Guests allow smoking inside.
More information about this property can be found here.
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Breakfast lovers who don’t mind being rushed, this is your place.
This little pavilion comes with everything you need: a queen bed, a kitchen, a full shower, a bathroom and a lounge area.
But the house is also located on a farm which has seasonal livestock and chickens. If you want fresh eggs prepared in the morning, just ask the host.
It is a minimalist residence with good value for money, for anyone looking for a quiet and simple getaway in the countryside.
Guests: Four
Price per night: $83 (excluding additional fees)
Approvals: Heating and air conditioning, hot water, free parking on site, coffee maker and microwave. There is no Wi-Fi or TV at this property.
More information about this property can be found here.
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The view of the beautiful nature of Brown County is so beautiful at this retreat, the county’s “Leaf Cam” is hosted here.
Although it is outdoors, there are many things that will make you want to stay indoors too. The spacious property features new hardwood floors, a hot tub in the master suite, a full kitchen, a pool table, and a deck that gives the perfect glimpse of the rolling hills of Nashville, North America. ‘Indiana.
Guests: Six
Price per night: $289 when six people are staying (excluding additional fees)
Approvals: Hot tub, hot tub in master suite, outdoor fireplace, Wi-Fi, TV, free parking on site
More information about this property can be found here.
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Look at this sunset.
Watch it and get away from it all in this Avon farmhouse suite that’s only $50 a night. It is near the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Lucas Oil Raceway and one mile from Avon Gardens.
“Must love animals!” the description reads. Yes, rescue animals also reside on this property. They can bite, though, the host warns, so maybe don’t touch them (especially Marco the parrot).
Guests: Three (a double bed and a cot for a third person)
Price per night: $50 (excluding additional fees)
Approvals: Wi-Fi, TV (for DVDs only), private bathroom, mini fridge and free parking.
More information about this property can be found here.
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