The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private

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Host

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Indianapolis, IN

University of Indianapolis
‪11 min walk‬
Lucas Oil Stadium
‪5 min drive‬
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
‪6 min drive‬
Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Welcome to your own private cottage. A furnished small house with all the amenities you can expect for a nice stay alone or with friends and family. Home has a large backyard for recreation or relaxation. Yes, you are welcome to bring your furry family (pets) along. Enjoy both culture & nature. You're a mere 5 minutes from the Fountain square cultural district, with its independent eateries, 12mins from downtown, 18mins from airport & right on the interstates for fast travel.

Property manager

Uche

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Indianapolis

Located in Indianapolis, this holiday home is in the city centre. Old National Centre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Indianapolis Zoo and Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Check out an event or a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and consider making time for Indiana State Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed.

Indianapolis, IN

What's nearby

University of Indianapolis - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Lucas Oil Stadium - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
Gainbridge Fieldhouse - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
Indiana Convention Center - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
Indianapolis Zoo - 9 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

Indianapolis Station - 9 min drive
Canal Station - 9 min drive
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Shelby Street Saloon - ‬14 min walk
‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private located?

Located in the heart of Indianapolis, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Key Stadium, Garfield Park and University of Indianapolis. Fountain Square Theatre and Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Russ G.

15 May, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for one night in town

This was the perfect option for staying in Indy for the night when all you need is a clean place to sleep, shower, and relax. It was a short drive to downtown and a fraction of the price for a hotel room.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melodie M.

7 Apr, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary trip

This was our very first Vrbo stay. It was very pleasant. Please was clean and very well maintained. We would definitely consider renting this again along with recommending to others. We celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary this trip so it was even more special to us. Thanks again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

1 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A New Year

Very nice and cozy stay. Great communication with the host. A great way to start the new year.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

28 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodations that are very clean and owner was very good to work with.

Would recommend to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle C.

13 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location + communication

Good location + communication. House is adequate. The place smelled heavily of cigarette smoke which was not their fault but wasn’t ideal for us. The pillows were terrible. The fan in the bathroom was clearly broken as it made a horrible, loud chirping sound. Host was kind and communicative.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

10 Sept, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication

Great for what we needed

It is in kind of a "sketchy" neighborhood. Which is to be expected since it's close to the venue. Being honest-We stayed because of the price tag. If you have issues with aesthetics and molding/flooring not lining or painting not being perfect-then this place isn't for you! The deck would be considered "unsafe" in my book. This didn't bother us but may bother others. The only thing that sort of bothered me were that there were a few mouse terds noticed on and near the stove.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judee A.

3 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Host

I had a great stay in Indianapolis. My Host was fantastic! He responded quickly to any questlons or needs I might have. It was a nice quiet location with hardly any traffic. It worked out perfect for me!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer M.

29 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

Quick Visit

Stayed the weekend. Everything was as described, and as expected.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Whitney W.

1 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Really nice litte place for a weekend getaway! Privacy and easy to get to!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Will definitely stay again

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max T.

28 Apr, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

20 Apr, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication

The grass wasn’t cut and the outside of the house and porch needs updating. However, I found the inside of the house very clean and nicely decorated. The host was very nice and quick to respond if I had any questions. I would stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

14 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Everything was wonderful and clean and we enjoyed ourselves nice and quiet neighborhood. The cottage was perfect

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

20 Feb, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to meet!

My partner and I only get to see each other a couple of days every month or so and we found this property available and conveniently located between us two. It only took each of us a few hours to get there so we had more time to spend together rather than driving to meet. The property provided every thing we needed for a cozy weekend catching up (all i had to stop and get before getting there was enough food for a couple of days). The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookery, etc. The large tv in the living room provided cable and other channels for viewing. We were even able to sign in using our Amazon prime account and rented a movie to watch. The memory foam queen bed in the bedroom was extremely comfortable. The property owners were quick to respond to any emails and were very courteous. I would definitely recommend this place and would gladly stay again if they will have us 😁

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

May B.

20 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location!

My husband and I came in town for a football game. We were so close to downtown, the commute was less than 20 minute. The property itself was very clean and private. We had the best time and the most relaxing vacation. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Sharon

7 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Easy to get to and from our activities. The neighborhood was a little sketchy. Could use a few more kitchen utensils. We stayed 3 nights so needed to wash towels in washer/dryer provided at house. All okay!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Jeremy H.

27 Aug, 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication

Quick to downtown, responsive host, a few issues.

The property was very easy to get to, was close to stores/food, and was easy and quick to get to the downtown area where our destination was. The host was also very quick to respond when we had not received the door code or needed a wifi password. Unfortunately, many of the issues we had with the property were things that were not really in control of the host. The road the property is on doesn't seem busy at first, however, it was very highly trafficked and the home easily let in noise, especially at night. The neighbors also had get togethers both nights we stayed and did a lot of yelling and playing music early into the AM hours. Also, whoever was hired to take care of the lawn came early in the morning and mowed while we were sleeping. Not a huge deal, but when on vacation, I don't really want to be woke up at 7AM to a lawnmower. There were a few things with the home itself. As you walk in the door, there is a giant step up that is very easy to trip on and slam the door into. Much of the finish work inside looks to be hastily and improperly done. Not a huge deal other than the transition strip to the bathroom was only held in by one tack that was sticking up and cut my wife's foot. There was also a pretty overwhelming amount of air freshener when first arriving that seemed to possibly be covering animal smell. There were also no doors inside the home other than the bathroom, again not a big deal, just not used to sleeping with the bedroom open to the entire home. Overall it was okay, but I don't think I'd stay again if I were in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

29 Apr, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, comfortable place.

Just as promised. Perfect for our stopover in Indy.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 Mar, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property was clean upon arrival and suited our needs for the overnight stay close to Indy. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G.

5 Mar, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy Bed and Plush towels

Cozy but great for a 1 night stay. Comfy bed and plush towels! Will stay again if we need to be close to downtown/Fountain Square. Owner is quick to respond.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

James U.

13 Feb, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place in Indy

Nice place to stay for a couple of people. Owner is responsive and very easy to work with. Would stay there again and recommend to others.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Selesta C.

1 Nov, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Stay

This little house was perfect for our one night stay!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G.

30 Sept, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice little getaway

Perfect for a little escape from reality

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth N.

1 Jul, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private and cozy

My stay at this cottage was wonderful and relaxing. Everything was spotless and the property manager was very professional and friendly. It has all of the amenities you might need, as well as a massive TV in the living room. I highly recommend staying here if you're looking for a place that's clean, private, and cozy.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

4 May, 2019

Great Little Cottage

What a great place to stay if you are taking a trip to Indy. I would highly recommend it if you enjoy a cozy little place with a huge TV, Great Viewing options and a very low cost Uber ride away from downtown.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019