Located in Heltonville, this farm stay is in a rural area. Lawrence County Museum of History and Joe Palooka Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Salt Creek State Recreation Area and Allen's Creek State Recreation Area.
Lawrence County Museum of History - 20 min drive - 19.8 km
IU Health Bedford Hospital - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
Lake Monroe - 24 min drive - 27.7 km
Indiana University Bloomington - 42 min drive - 48.9 km
Restaurants
Krispy Krunchy Chicken - 16 min drive
Women's Club Of Bedford - 16 min drive
About this property
1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers!
Escape away from normal life to farm country where you have your own peaceful space and stay in our cozy Designed with large family gatherings in mind. Part of this home dates back to 1884, showcasing transom windows, original hardwood floors, and a charming brick fireplace. Thoughtfully designed for large family gatherings, the property offers six bedrooms plus a guest cottage featuring a seventh bedroom, living room, kitchenette, and half bath—previously used as a summer kitchen. The spacious main level includes two ensuite bedrooms and two additional king rooms, one equipped with a crib. If needed, one king room can be converted into three twin beds. Upstairs, two oversized bedrooms offer flexible accommodations: one has a king and two twins; the other boasts a queen, two twins, and another crib. A generous kitchen provides plenty of space for your group to cook, socialize, and enjoy each other's company. The gourmet kitchen is outfitted with an under-counter beverage station and ice maker, an eight-burner gas stove, a five-burner electric range, and two refrigerators. The home’s location overlooks a picturesque pond and sits close to animal barns and the chicken coop, where you can gather fresh eggs. Outdoors, relax on the shaded rear porch or the expansive front porch overlooking beautiful pastures. One friendly goat, Waylon, is known to open doors and may even join you for breakfast. The front porch presents stunning views, while the rear entrance is just one step up, making it easily accessible for elderly guests. Staying at Donkeytown also gives you a beautiful 40 acres to explore with hiking, picnics, and fishing in our two fully stocked ponds. Bring your fishing poles or just enjoy sitting on the pier while drinking a cup of coffee or watching the sunset.
We are proud to be a breeder of Mediterranean Miniature Donkeys touted as the "most lovable animals on the planet." You can have as much or as little interaction with them as you desire. Feel free to hang out in barns and pastures with them and each day we close the gates and let a few free range on the farm. They'll be glad to hang out with you, are very social and want lots of hugs and kisses. You'll be able to say you "kissed ass at Donkeytown" when you leave. In addition, we have four free range goats, Willie, Waylon, Johnny, and June, plus two lambs, Pancho and Lefty, that will greet you daily! Come welcome a stress-free farmcation where you'll experience therapeutic donkeys and lots of love. We can now accommodate conferences for up to 40 people with meeting space when you add the Barndominiums at Donkeytown - Indiana's Premier Multi-generational Destination (See listing #2181263)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
Amenities
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Because we free-range the animals I'm so sorry but we cannot allow dogs onsite.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Is 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers!?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers! on 26 Apr 2026 start from £395, 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 at 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers! located?
Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is within 12 miles (20 km) of Lake Monroe, Otis Park Golf Course and Salt Creek State Recreation Area. Lawrence County Museum of History and Allen's Creek State Recreation Area are also within 12 miles (20 km).
1884 Farmhouse at Donkeytown Designed for large get togethers! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Owner was great and very easy to work with, and quick to answer any questions we had before and during our stay.
Farmhouse was great, and had plenty of room and beds for our whole group for our weekend friends retreat.
Definitely will be staying here again for our future retreats!
Booked this for thanksgiving get together and highly recommend if looking for countryside experience. Host Tonya was super helpful and even helped kids with feeding the animals. The house is well kept and perfect for families. Will be going back for sure
Our group was large about 12 people wit several children. The donkeys and goats were amazing. Tonya the host was exceptionally accomodating. Would return.
I couldn’t be more positive about the accommodations, the property itself, and all of the activities available for family of all ages. The donkeys provided us muc and entertainment. . The host, Tonya, was very accommodating to all of our requests and made our stay extremely enjoyable
We loved staying at Donkeytown. We had the old farmhouse which was perfectly set closest to the ponds, donkeys and chickens. Tonya was such a joy and took the time with our family to ensure we had the best time. We will go again for sure.
After losing my daddy suddenly this fall, this place was just what our family needed to make this Christmas a happy one. Everything was wonderful. The host was so helpful and the animals were perfect. I hope to come back one day soon!
Everyone had a super time! Make sure you wear good solid shoes sometimes the animals get excited and step on your feet ouch... My 3 year old granddaughter got knocked down a couple times but she was tuff. It was a great experience and the kids loved collecting eggs and cooking them.
If you're looking for somewhere to relax and find some peace, this is the place.
We came here to get away and do something as a family after going through a year of treatment with my son who has leukemia. We were looking for somewhere to gather our thoughts and just try to get back to normal and this was exactly what we needed!
This place is awesome ! Tons of fun things to do but at the same time a great place to relax. Even with all the animals around, they kept the farm really clean! I highly recommend this place for a big family get together!
We celebrated my parents' 50th wedding anniversary. All of the kids and grandkids had a comfortable bed for sleeping. We were able to cook our own meals and had plenty of room for playing board games and watching movies together. My favorite part was the large soaking tub! I also loved watching the donkey's from the windows and walking through the woods.
Decided on this location since it was central to the majority of our wedding party. The relaxing atmosphere was perfect, allowing us to enjoy the company of friends and family which was of most importance to us on this special day (weekend). Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a special getaway for a relaxing memorable occasion.
On very short notice, The Farmhouse was able to accommodate our group of ladies for a weekend respite. Each participant had her own bedroom which was critical to the objective of the weekend. The goats, donkeys, sheep, and chickens were a nice "therapy distraction". Will definitely consider coming back for a weekend in the fall.
The fabulous kitchen is incredibly well-stocked. Amy and Tonya were very helpful, and the farm is amazing. We all had a blast interacting with the donkeys, goats, lambs, chickens (great eggs!),
and dogs! The adults and teenagers all loved it!
The entire family enjoyed the stay. Staff was super friendly and accommodating. Great kitchen. Plenty of room and the animals were a blast. We enjoyed walking the property and felt safe. Excellent! Thank you for making memories we will never forget!
Our family of 12 spent a few days here for fall break. We really enjoyed it! It was a great way to experience farm living. Tonya and Amy were so accommodating. I miss it already and would love to go back.
Something for everyone.Loved the animals being out and close for everyone to feed/enjoy. Lots of space. Kitchen was fully stocked with all the dishes/pans we needed.
Everyone had a great time! We had all ages and all the kids had something to do along with the adults. Spent most of our time outside. Enjoying the wonderful property. Ate fresh eggs for breakfast each morning and the kids had a great time collecting those eggs! Everyone was talking about coming back before we even left!
Betsy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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