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MultiGenerational-Historic-WestCentral-NoSmoke-4500sf-5Queens-SnowMelt-7TVs-BBQ

Family-friendly holiday home in Fort Wayne

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Exterior
Exterior detail
foyer
Living room
Kitchen with open shelving

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 224000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fort Wayne, IN
  • Place, Parkview Field
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Wayne Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Embassy Theatre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Ewing -2nd floor

1 Queen Bed

Fairfield - 1st floor

1 Queen Bed

Harrison Room - 2nd floor

2 Single Beds

Union Room - 2nd Floor

2 Single Beds

VanBuren - 2nd Floor

1 Queen Bed

Wayne Room - 2nd floor

2 Queen Beds and 1 Crib

4 bathrooms

1st floor Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

2nd floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Attic Bathroom (3rd floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Basement bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

MultiGenerational-Historic-WestCentral-NoSmoke-4500sf-5Queens-SnowMelt-7TVs-BBQ

3-4 floor historic home in beautiful West Central Fort Wayne that is less than a mile to downtown Fort Wayne...120yo home with central air conditioning/portable AC units/heating rehabbed with modern conveniences to make your stay comfortable. <1mi to all the landmarks of downtown FW.

3000sf home (basement/1st/2nd flr) is a great home to have family gatherings. Large tiled front porch is great for people watching.
Adult game room (3-in-1 pool/ping pong/push hockey) & kiddie room (w/dry erase wall+train table) in the basement. Optional to rent 700sf attic is a hangout/tv/gaming area with Xbox/foosball for teens/tweens/young adults - sleeps 6 people. Attic = EXTRA CHARGE $150
8.3 miles (15 - 20 min) to FW Airport.
Because it is near downtown, most destinations in FW <15-20 minutes.

NO SMOKING/TOBACCO/ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES ANYWHERE ON THE PREMISES. I have guests with medical issues staying here because there is no smoking. Please don't book this house if you have any smokers in your group.
If you move furniture/bedding, please return to original space at check-out.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROPERTY RENTAL IS NOT CHARGED AS A FLAT RATE. Since the house accomodates from 2 to 22 guests, the pricing is tiered depending on how many guests are staying. The base pricing is for 2 guests. Each person extra is charged at $35/person/night.

If you are booking this house for 2 or 3 guests, but trying to accommodate more people in for the same rate, please don't book this house. IF MORE GUESTS ARE FOUND TO STAY OVER WHAT IS BOOKED (WE HAVE EXTERIOR CAMERAS TO VERIFY), THE RATE FOR EXTRA GUESTS WILL BE CHARGED AT $50/person/night. Between the outdoor ring cameras & my housekeeper, we will know how many guests actually stayed. I am a single disabled mother who has worked hard on this house for nearly 10 years. Please be respectful and follow the rules.
If you are on a budget, then write me to let me know your situation. I'll do my best to accommodate you/your group.

2-3 car snow melt driveway/walkways

Breaking house rules = $250 forfeit from SECURITY DEPOSIT

A gentle reminder that this is a large home & the cost of upkeep/utilities is the same regardless of group size. Rentals for large groups must reflect the number of individuals staying in the property as I cannot allow significant discounts. Please be respectful of this.

There is also a sectional sleeper sofa with full-sized mattress.

ALL mattresses and pillowcases have been encased to prevent bedbugs, allergens, and are waterproof.

HOUSE LAYOUT:
I decided to write up layout of the bedrooms/beds and available options so you can make a better decision on who goes where, etc. I’ve named the bedrooms to avoid confusion.

GROUND FLOOR
So the ground floor/1st floor has a small bedroom (Fairfield) with a queen bed. It has a full bathroom as well. So it’s like a very small master suite. To get to this bathroom, you must walk through Fairfield bedroom. Fairfield is next to the kitchen; hence, it is ideal for anyone with mobility concerns. Also on the ground floor is the kitchen, dining room, and living room. Though to gain access to the house, one must be able to climb 3 steps from outside.

2nd FLOOR
The 2nd floor has 3 bedrooms. 2 of the bedrooms have connecting smaller bedrooms. One bedroom (Wayne) is quite large & has 2 queen beds in this room. There is a sliding door in Wayne that leads to another small bedroom (Union) with twin bunk beds. Union is about 80sf. Union also has its own door to the hallway as well.

There is a small bedroom (Ewing) with a queen bed. It’s about 110sf. No connecting rooms. Softer bed.

Lastly, there is Van Buren room with a queen bed. This room connects to the solarium (Harrison). The solarium (100sf) has a twin daybed with a twin trundle. To get to Harrison from the hallway, you must walk through Van Buren.
BASEMENT:
Basement has an adult game room with a multi-gaming table (pool/ping pong/push hockey), darts, seating area, 32"TV, a laundry area, a kiddie room with TV as well as a 3/4 bathroom.

ATTTIC
700sq area with foosball table, Xbox, 3/4 bathroom, 4 twin beds and a full-sized bed. So if someone wants to stay up here, it is possible. I do have to charge to rent this unless it is overflow for a large group - to cover the housekeeping/ supplies/utilities as it is another 700 sf. But with larger groups, it does allow for people to spread out more comfortably. So If you want to use the attic, there will be a one time charge of $150. But you can also decide after you arrive & check out the house. I will send you all the door codes just before you check-in.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Basement has game room & gated kiddie playroom
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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
No open flames/fireworks/smoking any on property.

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
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Wayne

Located in Fort Wayne, this holiday home is in the city centre. Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory and Fort Wayne Children's Zoo are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Five Points and Wildwood Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Science Central, or check out an event or a game at Swinney Tennis Center. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling in the area.
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Fort Wayne, IN

What's nearby

  • Parkview Field - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand Wayne Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Embassy Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - 6 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's International Market - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mad Anthony Brewing Co. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pinhouse Social - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MultiGenerational-Historic-WestCentral-NoSmoke-4500sf-5Queens-SnowMelt-7TVs-BBQ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at MultiGenerational-Historic-WestCentral-NoSmoke-4500sf-5Queens-SnowMelt-7TVs-BBQ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MultiGenerational-Historic-WestCentral-NoSmoke-4500sf-5Queens-SnowMelt-7TVs-BBQ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MultiGenerational-Historic-WestCentral-NoSmoke-4500sf-5Queens-SnowMelt-7TVs-BBQ located?

Located in the centre of Fort Wayne, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Castle Gallery, Moody Park and Swinney Park. Orff Park and McCulloch Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here! We were 6 adults and were very comfortable, the house is very well taken care of and close to downtown. The host was quick to respond and very helpful! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This lovely home was spotless, had an excellent location and attentive host. There was off street parking, and I really enjoyed my morning walk in the beautiful neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Fort Wayne
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, located close to everywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and well maintained. There was plenty of space for our group and it was in walking distance of downtown and everywhere we needed to go. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and attentive host. So enjoyed being there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was lovely! We had about 18 guests and there were plenty of towels, plates, and the kitchen was well stocked. The design of the home is such that those who rise early can sit and talk without bothering those still sleeping. Parking was limited due to construction but we managed fine. No yard to play in, but we spent our time elsewhere. We all slept great there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha A.

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

Luca’s Babyshower

Our family came to celebrate our first grandson’s baby shower. Wanda gave us first class treatment.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

An elegant home

A well-maintained, historic property close to downtown. Room access is adjusted based on size of your group, so don't assume paying the list price gets you the whole house, as the host gets to decide how many bedrooms you need. The claim of common areas in the home monitored by cameras was somewhat off-putting, if true. Off street parking was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy F.

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

Wedding

I had an amazing experience staying at this rental house. The space was clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated, with all the amenities needed. The neighborhood was quiet and safe, with shops and downtown just a short walk away. The host was incredibly friendly and responsive, making the whole process smooth and stress-free. I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Family reunion due to family funerals

We had a group of 11 people coming from all over the country gathering in Fort Wayne due to having two family funerals this past weekend. The location was great and close to everything. The host has done an amazing job in restoring this historic home and providing everything that could possibly be needed to have a home away from home. It was a great gathering place for all of us to meet together, so even those who were local to Fort Wayne could stop by for a bit. We enjoyed gathering around the kitchen and dining room table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family gathering for weddy

Granddaughters wedding with entire family in attendance under one roof. Four generations including 75 yr old great grand parents to 10 month old great grandson. House provided ample space for everyone to be comfortable and a beautiful setting for a momentus occasion.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

No Smoke House--YAY!

Wanda couldn't have been more helpful. She is extremely responsive. It was the perfect house for our family to gather. Our grandson enjoyed the child's room with all the books and train toys. Staying in a smoke-free environment was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri I.

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

Sibling Reunion

We totally enjoyed our five day stay in this beautifully restored historic home. It served as a comfortable "home base" as we actively re-discovered our hometown! The central location was perfect for our family and close to our childhood church,....and Coney Is and Henrys and Museums and parks and shopping and the library (genealogy). A great find for future trips to FT Wayne!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie G.

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

Loved the space and accomendations

Loved the space and all the accomendations for all the different ages of family.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Great owner

Very accommodating and communicative owner!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Beautiful, welcoming home for family gathering

This historic home was perfect for our family's gathering! This home graciously provided ample space for our family to gather and allowed us to really enjoy our time together. The bedrooms were well-sized for our needs and the beds were comfortable. The home was only a few minutes away from outings to the Fort Wayne Zoo, the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservancy, and the Children's Science Central museum. Thank-you to the host for making your lovely home available to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

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

Beautiful cozy home close to downtown

We rented the home for our family at Christmas, and loved the house, the responsiveness of our host, and that it was walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

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

Family Wedding in Fort Wayne

Perfect for the size of our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

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

A fun central located spot

Very accommodating house and very cute! Perfect for all 10 of us with plenty more room!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

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

Great escape from Swim Meet

We were in town for the weekend for swim meet. It was great to have a place to relax between sessions. Great location! Property Manager was excellent to work with! Will stay there again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Great house for a family getaway

We loved staying here for a little spring break trip with family. The location was perfect for us with all of the places we wanted to visit within a 15 to 30 minute drive. The house was spacious and had a lot of character. We loved the comfy living room, large dining room table for playing games and sharing meals, and the game room. Wanda was great and communication was on point.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Phil and Heidi P.

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

Perfect location

This was a perfect size home and location for our family gathering in Fort Wayne. 5-10 min walk through the beautiful neighborhoods to shops and restaurants in downtown FW was a highlight. Iron Works and GK Bakery all became favorites.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

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

Baseball Trip

5 high school friends (we are now close to 60 years old) get together every summer for a baseball weekend. The house and location were great! Close to the stadium/breweries/bars (and Starbucks for breakfast). Host was tremendous to work; very friendly and responsive. Highly recommend this historic house for families and groups visiting Fort Wayne.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff H.

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

Roomy Fort Wayne house

Wanda was super with the whole process. She let me know any little detail that came up and let us check in a little early. All in all very comfortable. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Wanda Zee-Cheng

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Previously, I was a practicing anesthesiologist - until I had an aortic dissection and required emergency open heart surgery. I had significant complications. Later I became a single mother by choice. In 2011 I left Los Angeles to live a quieter safer life with my son. We rent out our home in Manhattan Beach so we go back to LA frequently. Shortly after purchasing this house, we moved to Zeeland, MI, so we return to the Washington house frequently to finish/update/improve it to make it cozy/comfortable for our guests.

Please follow house rules...I'm not a corporation....I'm just a single mom who put a lot of heart/soul/money into this house. :)

Why they chose this property

This house is 120 years old, but preserved immaculately. West Central is a beautiful neighborhood just adjacent to the downtown that is undergoing huge development. From this house, you can walk everywhere...10-20 minute walk. The house is a 15 minute drive to all other places in the city.

What makes this property unique

I wanted to be involved in the exciting growth of Fort Wayne. Fort Wayne is a great city to live in. The city just keeps improving with more things to do, places to see, restaurants to frequent. Come visit!

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