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Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Fort Wayne, IN
  • Place, Lakeside Park & Rose Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Headwaters Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Wayne Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Secondary Bedroom/Library

2 Twin Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!

Retreat from the hustle and bustle at this peaceful and centrally-located apartment. Located in the lovely historic neighborhood of Lakeside, the guest house is a short walk to Lakeside Park and Rose Gardens as well as downtown Fort Wayne.

As part of a recent restoration of an historic home, the Lake Avenue Guest House is an attached apartment that provides everything you'll need for a comfortable weekend away or home-base for your business trip. All the amenities you desire wrapped up in the character of its history.

Settle into your soft leather furniture to watch the game or your favorite movie on the Hulu-equipped, Roku Smart TV. Enjoy a card game or a jigsaw puzzle from the armoire to relax after a long day of work or sight-seeing.

Your kitchen is well-equipped with everything you'll need (including three different types of coffee-makers!) and a personal-chef may be available for booking ahead of time.

Up the stairway, you'll find a fresh and bright bathroom with luxurious tile shower. Your bedroom is furnished with a cozy, medium-firm, king-sized bed with plenty of pillows and high-end bedding. Our guests have told us how hard it is to get out of bed in the morning! The walk-in closet provides a shelf just for your luggage. You'll also find plenty of hangers, a full-sized ironing board, iron, and portable fan there for your convenience. Enjoy a movie on the large Roku Smart TV as you drift off to sleep.

Across the hall, you'll find our library which is equipped with a comfortable twin bed and equally comfortable trundle pull-out. If you're travelling with little ones, we can provide a pack and play upon request. Each bedroom is equipped with a white-noise machine and ceiling fan.

You'll be in complete control of the temperature of your space with a thermostat in the living room. And should you need to do laundry while you're here, you've been provided with full-sized machines and detergent hidden away in your apartment.

In your down time. take a little walk to our beautiful neighborhood rose gardens or award-winning coffee shop, stroll through our historic neighborhood or if you're up for a longer outing, take a walk across the bridge to our amazing local downtown restaurants! Jump in the car and make the short drive to our famous Fort Wayne Children's Zoo--it's great for adults, too!

Enjoy your stay!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Portable crib and high chair provided on request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please respect a courtesy quiet hour from 10 pm for your neighbors.
We have a strict no pets policy.
This is a non-smoking home. Please no smoking or vaping of any kind in the house or on the property.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Fort Wayne

Historic Northeast, a neighborhood in Fort Wayne, is home to this vacation home. Fort Wayne Museum of Art and History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Embassy Theatre. Traveling with kids? Consider Science Central, or check out an event or a game at Parkview Field. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Fort Wayne, IN

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Park & Rose Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Headwaters Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grand Wayne Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Embassy Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Parkview Field - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Wayne Intl. Airport (FWA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pub At 1802 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Acme By Full Circle - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Don Hall's Old Gas House Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Penny Drip - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!?

As of Mar 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! on Jun 28, 2026 start from $129, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! located?

Located in Historic Northeast, this family-friendly Fort Wayne vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lakeside Park & Rose Garden and Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Science Central and Promenade Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Cute accommodations and very well stocked!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice, just like the listing. Very family friendly - we took our almost 2 year old. We all had a very nice time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeremy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing , warm and cozy! We enjoyed the proximity to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. We loved staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean, super comfortable, and charming for the holiday season. Lori clearly takes pride in managing her guest house.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very clean and comfortable and private. We will definitely look this up again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Madison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - beautiful home.. it had everything we needed !!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, quiet and spacious. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful home! It was clean, cozy and inviting. The owners provided everything you need, including extra chargers, toiletries and generously sized towels, which is always appreciated. I was also thankful for the noise machines in each bedroom, as I tend to be a light sleeper. That was a really thoughtful touch. I would definitely stay here again the next time I’m in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
The space was very clean and beautifully remodeled...lots of thoughtful details were included. My overall rating was just "OK" because of what is perhaps a misunderstanding on my part for the use of the word "guest house", Guest houses, to me, are separate dwelling behind a main home but perhaps to others and when filtering by "whole house", what we stayed in was unexpected. The description does describe "apartment' but the additional use of "guest house" and the filtering, as well as the subtitle, led to an expectation other than what we found. When choosing VRBO, I expected an entire house and that is actually what the subtitle says. This is a duplex that, although it doesn't technically have shared space, it does have two adjoining doors, one of which had no notable lock from "our side" which felt a bit insecure and tainted the stay. Additionally, the doors did not block sound from the adjoining living space and TV, talking, coughing and a dog were heard throughout our stay. Hearing others distracted a lot from the anticipated "entire house" of the listing. We stayed because we were only there for a short time but if it were a longer stay or if I were alone, I would have tried to find something else. The smart lock was very temperamental. All that said, if you know what you are getting and are fine with that, this is a beautiful home in a nice neighborhood and the hosts have provided multiple touches to add to a comfortable stay. The library is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dylon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Short but sweet

We had a great stay at the property and were close to downtown which we enjoyed. Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhaya K.

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

Perfect!

This place was a perfect getaway for me and my husband. Everything was so clean and tidy. The host had extra supplies/hygiene items that were the best touch to the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick F.

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

Great little Getaway Spot

This property made the perfect spot for my girls, my best friend of 20 years and i to relax and enjoy the evening it was so close to downtown Ft. WAYNE and The Allen County Memorial Coliseum. We appreciated the special little touches of comfort throughout the home and the owners were so nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fort Wayne

This property was on point. The host was absolutely excellent and the property was very clean and described perfectly. Although we only stayed one night, should we ever need lodging in Fort Wayne again, we know the first place we are looking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April J.

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

Perfect stay

This house was just what we were looking for! It was cute, clean, and had everything we needed. We were able to walk to Michiana Wine Fest easily. My only regret is not staying to enjoy the home longer. It was so comfortable and inviting!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Myron H.

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

Very accommodating

Well lit very inviting
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spyros K.

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

Great Place to Stay

The whole experience was excellent. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

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

Quick Overnight

We stayed here while heading home, what a lovely place to stay for a night. Much better than a hotel. Comfortable, clean & quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This historic property is a two level unit in the downtown area of Fort Wayne. The unit is part of a historic house attached to that of the hostess. It was extremely clean. Lori, the hostess, pays special attention to detail and the needs of patrons. Lori greeted us and gave us advice on places to eat and visit. The house is near some beautiful gardens and some very impressive historic homes. There was plenty of street parking available. I would definitely stay here again if I were in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine U.

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

Excellent stay

Wonderful stay. Got caught up with the bathtub listing. The place was excellent. Thank you. It worked out well
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Moving Home from College

This was perfect for us. The host was so gracious and accommodating to my husband and I as we worked to move our daughter home from college. I would definitely stay here again! The house is beautiful and the location is amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chelby c.

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

A Quaint Place!

The neighborhood seemed nice, and the apartment itself was very cute. We loved the style, and all the decor. Everything was super accommodating from check in, the stay, and check out. We only stayed one night, but if I am back in the area I would definitely stay again! The popcorn and chocolates were a nice treat! Thank you for your generosity!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time resident to the property. Everything is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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Hosted by Lori Stombaugh

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