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Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends

Vacation home in Lewisville with kitchen and patio

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Welcome!
What a great winter get away!
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lewisville, IN
  • Place, New Castle Motorsports Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoosier Gym
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muncie, IN (MIE-Delaware County)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Blue Room

1 King Bed

John Deer Room

2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Rose Room

1 Queen Bed

School Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

down stairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

up stairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends

Built in 1897 as the Lewisville School House, now has been reformed into the Newhouse Family Inn. We have 2 bedrooms on the first floor and 1 bedroom on the second floor with a private bath. You will have full access to the dinning area and kitchen. We are less than 60 miles away from Indianapolis and its many venues such as, Lucas oil stadium, Indianapolis motor speedway, and Bankers life fieldhouse. Less than an hours drive to Indianapolis airport. We are on the Historic National Road (40) and in the middle of antique alley.
The Blue room has a king bed. The School room has a queen bed. Both on the first floor. The Rose room is on the second floor (no elevator) has a queen bed and private bathroom. We just added an additional room that has a double bed, queen size sleeper sofa and a day bed. We can accommodate up to 11 guests now!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
2 years and older please.
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Events

No events allowed
Family reunion, wedding party will be fine.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This a smoke free home. You may smoke outside.
This is my home please respect it and clean up after your self. Thank you.

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
Note from host: Family reunion, wedding party will be fine.
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Lewisville

Located in Lewisville, this vacation home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Trojan Woods Nature Preserve and Baker Park, while Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame and Henry County Historical Society Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at New Castle Motorsports Park or Hoosier Gym. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Lewisville, IN

What's nearby

  • New Castle Motorsports Park - 10 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Babe Ruth Park - 13 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame - 15 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Hoosier Gym - 15 min drive - 20.9 km
  • New Castle Henery County Public Library - 16 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Connersville Station - 29 min drive
  • Muncie, IN (MIE-Delaware County) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Denny's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cinnabon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lewisville Country Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rasoi Indian Kitchen - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends?

As of Jan 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends on Feb 1, 2026 start from $255.48, 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 Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enter As Strangers Leave As Friends located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Baker Park, Babe Ruth Park, and Trojan Woods Nature Preserve. Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame and Henry County Historical Society Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was an absolute gem! Felt like home with everything you could possibly need. We so enjoyed our stay. The host was great and communication was top notch. Thanks again for allowing us to stay at your beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great old home with a lot of room and an interesting history. Attention to detail in every room. Also a nice soda shop in town. Great malts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came into town for a funeral and they opened up their home early for us so that we could get ready. The home was fantastic and very clean. We will stay here again if eber in town again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful. So many thoughtful touches, water in every bedroom, full coffee service, robes and slippers, more towels than we could have used. It was lovely with beautiful touches throughout the home. Lots of historical significance there and the story of the home was shared on a table by the front door. We will definitely stay there again if in the area to visit family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Comfortable Stay

We loved our stay. The house was very comfortable and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here to be close to New Castle Motorsports track. It was less than 10 minutes away. Which was perfect. The hosts were perfect, the communication was perfect. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. We plan on staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renita L.

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

Reunion

This is an ideal location for a family reunion held at the Lewisville community park. It was close enough that when the power went out throughout the town, we were able to take our food to the shelter house and cook it there since they had a generator!!! Everyone had a great time at the Newhouse Inn!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Great place for our 8 person group.

Will likely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

myron l.

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

Wonderful, relaxing, and comfortable place!

Great place and very well stocked. Took an early morning walk and really injoyed the area! Very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Where do you live?

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

Even more lovely than the pictures

We had a wonderful stay in this historic school house. All details were thought about by the owners - robes, slippers, breakfast items to make our stay just perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alina H.

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

Another great stay

We were in the area for a wedding. This house is perfect for my immediate family, my mom and this time my sister. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

Great House

We stopped in for one night stay on our way to Ohio. Great place, plenty of rooms for our group and kitchen was nice and big. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gene O.

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

Exactly what we were looking for

This is exactly what we were looking for. Loved the "at home feeling". I will look for this one again for sure when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

100th birthday

We came to the area from Washington State for our aunt's 100th birthday in nearby Knightstown. This home was perfect. My 85 year old mother found the bed very comfortable, and the house was stocked with everything you would need. John was so responsive and pleasant. We would recommend this home to any family, and feel grateful there was such a nice place so close to the birthday party!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diann B., Glasgow

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

Perfection!

Property was beautiful, clean and exceptionally comfortable. Property was stocked with everything we needed! My family and I plan on staying there every time we are in the area, no more hotels for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Quiet, comfortable, and spacious historic home

The Newhouse Family Inn was a perfect place for our family of 6 to gather. We especially enjoyed the well stocked kitchen - coffee and bottled water were appreciated! Books, games, DVDs, robes and slippers were a nice added touch! Quick communication with the owner made the process easy. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Quiet and Private

We looked for a place to collaborate and get work done. The Wifi was great; the place provides space and amenities. It was a great choice for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

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

Wow

Loved this beautiful place , plenty of room for a large family. Books to read games to play nice big beautiful yard quiet area kitchen well stocked coffee , bottled water. And the history of the schoolhouse just amazing I would recommend this place and will love to stay again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gene O.

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

Just like home

Just like home. Loved the added touch of the slippers. We will look for this one again when in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brook C.

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

Precious attention to details

The hosts thought of everything to make this place special … bottled water, hand towels and slippers, tea and oatmeal, festive decorations everywhere, spices and kitchen extras, and sweet little homey touches throughout. The host was exceptionally kind. We will definitely seek his properties out for future stays to visit family!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Silver Creek Farm

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eliminate cross house access for security

Pretty good stay, would give higher rating if there where no locked doors in the bedrooms leading to other parts of the house. Who is gonna feel safe leaving children in bedrooms like that? These same rooms are great for adults though.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

The history behind the house is very unique and interesting. Slippers, robes, and bottled water were a very nice touch. As well as the games and books. We were in town for the basketball tournaments going on at the New Castle high school. The house is just a short drive and fit our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alina H., Northwest Indiana

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

Plenty of space

We were visiting my younger sister who just purchased a condo in New Castle so we wanted to stay nearby. My mom traveled with me and my two kids (5 and 13). The house was perfect as my mom had her own space and we could all spread out. Everything was well stocked and the kids loved the games. My mom enjoyed the bedroom with the attached bathroom. Definitely a perfect place for future visits and big enough to bring my husband and other sister along with too. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

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

Exceptionally charming home, so thoughtfully prepared!

My wife, teenage son, and I have visited many Vrbo properties, but this one stands out for its charm and the property manager's attention to detail. The photos of the interior don't do it justice; every room - including the kitchen - is filled with memorabilia that seems plucked from a movie set. (The difference is that these items are authentic rather than staged.) Additionally, the host's attention to detail is wonderful - there are instructions and courtesies everywhere, down to water bottles placed on both sides of every bed. We had a wonderful stay, and look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Relaxing

Finding the house was very simple. John met us at the door and gave us a tour of the home. He provided some history behind the house which was really neat. The beds were very comfortable. Not one of our group of 10 had any complaints about not being able to sleep. The kitchen is very well equipped. There were breakfast supplies provided which was very much appreciated. John made certain we had everything we needed. We had plenty of everything and did not require extras. We have rented homes previously from VRBO and none have been as nice as this one. This is the first time we did not have to clean the house upon arrival. We would like to thank John and Charolette for their wonderful hospitality. We will definitely rent this home the next time we visit my husband's family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by John Newhouse

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My home town is Rushville Indiana. I love the small town atmosphere and the town of Rushville was just that. I did spend most of my adult life in California but when the opportunity came up to move back we did. This has been a dream of ours to retire and run an Inn. We love meeting new people and learning about their own adventures in life.

Why they chose this property

When we saw this property for sale and found out about its history it was a great fit. It just felt right and it is only 20 miles away form my home town. Lewisville is a great small town and great people live here. Just far enough from the big city, Indy but close enough to drive there in less than an hour.

What makes this property unique

My wife and I just love the history of the home. Built in 1897 as the Lewisville School House, it still has that feel of the school and the history behind it. It is one of the largest 2 story red brick homes in town with a very large 1 acre land scape. You can sit in the yard and watch the sun rise or set.

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