Blocks from Purdue, Ross-Ade, Mackey, Samara House, Birck Golf Complex
Hello Guest(s)! Welcome to 1515 Northwestern Ave., West Lafayette, Indiana 47906. We are so glad you decided to stay here. We hope you have a great time in West Lafayette, Indiana.
We are happy to share this special getaway with you. You are two blocks from Ross-Ade stadium, four blocks from Mackey Arena, and the rest of Purdue campus is accessible. City bus service is available every half hour along Northwestern Ave. The West Lafayette Parks Recreation and Trail Map shows some fantastic parks, trails, and footpaths available in the neighborhood. My favorite is the Celery Bog Nature Area/Lilly Nature Center. There is an area to sit and watch nature. Animals come to the area and you can observe animals in their natural habitat.
You'll enjoy walking into this private home. Hopefully the home will help you enjoy your stay with all its amenities. Walk into the expansive living room with an adjacent sun room with a foosball table and three full walls of windows that look out to a landscaped patio and surrounding mature trees. The living room features: A pull out queen size sleeper sofa, a 40" flat screen TV with Roku, shelves of games and black out curtains. The living room opens up into a dining room, where you can enjoy dinner cooked at home, or delivered from one of our many nearby restaurants. The dining room features: a dining table with seating for 8 people. The big open fully equipped kitchen features: everything you need to cook meals at home. Rounding out the first floor are stairs and a convenience half bathroom. One set of stairs lead up to the bedrooms and full bathroom. After a busy day, soak in the blue tiled bathtub enclosure and sleep in any one of the four quiet and restful bedrooms. Each bed offers: queen and twin size memory foam mattresses, eco friendly bamboo sheets, and blackout curtains. The other set of stairs down lead to the basement which has an air hockey table.
During your stay you will appreciate that you are less than a mile from each of the following: Purdue campus, Ross-Ade Stadium, Mackey Arena, Birck Golf Complex, Folk Field and Boilermaker Soccer Complex, Schwartz Tennis Center, Alexander Field, Celery Bog Nature Area, Faith West including Cafe Literato and community playground, Happy Hollow Park, and West Lafayette downtown full of restaurants, bars, and attractions.
Please keep in mind that 1515 Northwestern Avenue was built in 1938. While not a historic house, you may not find as many electrical outlets as in a modern home. The HVAC vents are in the floor or adjacent to the floor. You can easily lose coins, keys, etc. to a vent if not careful. The fireplace is currently not available until all renovations are completed. Most of the windows have sash pulleys and weights, some of the ropes are broken and will need to be replaced. We ask that any window is carefully opened or closed.
Also the City of West Lafayette has rental housing occupancy limits of either (1) one family and no more than two unrelated occupants or (2) no more than three unrelated occupants. The City requires submission of an Occupancy Affidavit stating the names and relationships of each occupant. Please complete both the rental agreement and the West Lafayette Occupancy Affidavit when booking your stay.
You should find everything that you need, but if you have a question that isn't covered in here, please do get in touch and let me know how I can help. We hope you enjoy yourself and visit again in the future!
Upon arrival, please use the Hostfully guidebook (https://v2.hostfully.com/bluehousewl/house_manual) to answer initial questions, such as the WiFi password. We would love to know what you initially think of the place. Feel free to contact us to order services (food delivery, mid-booking cleaning, etc.). We would like to know if you experience any issues during your stay. We would love the opportunity to address any issues prior to the end of your booking.
Sincerely, Cedric & Zandra D'Hue ES^3 WL LLC
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Please treat the house as your grandmother's home. Guests are required to sign the Rental Agreement and the WL Occupancy Affidavit.
Follow all West Lafayette Rules and Ordinances including Noise. Breach of any of these House Rules is a breach of the Terms and Conditions.
Visitors count as Guests toward maximum allowable occupancy and may be a violation of West Lafayette Housing Ordinances.
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Property # 2502967vb
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
West Lafayette
Located in West Lafayette, this holiday home is next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lilly Nature Center and Prophetstown State Park, while Samara House and Haan Mansion Museum of Indiana Art are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Slayter Center for Performing Arts, or check out an event or a game at Ross-Ade Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking.
Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University) - 6 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 16 min walk
Circle K - 19 min walk
Family Express - 7 min walk
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Blocks from Purdue, Ross-Ade, Mackey, Samara House, Birck Golf Complex pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Blocks from Purdue, Ross-Ade, Mackey, Samara House, Birck Golf Complex?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Blocks from Purdue, Ross-Ade, Mackey, Samara House, Birck Golf Complex?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Blocks from Purdue, Ross-Ade, Mackey, Samara House, Birck Golf Complex?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Blocks from Purdue, Ross-Ade, Mackey, Samara House, Birck Golf Complex located?
This family-friendly West Lafayette holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Samara House and Purdue University. Kampen-Cosler Course and Mackey Arena are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had an amazing weekend! Great location, beautiful home, but what really made a difference was the special touches, sweet surprises, and host responsiveness! We will definitely recommend the Historic Blue House to friends and family!
The house was perfect for a weekend at Purdue! The host was incredibly friendly and even left us a delicious welcome cake, which was such a thoughtful touch. The home was cozy, clean, and very welcoming, with plenty of games to enjoy. The location was also great- it only took about 10–15 minutes to walk to Mackey. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great home for a weekend or short stay.
Everything was great! Welcomed by a cake in the fridge was a thoughtful treat. Host was very understanding on confusion about how to leave things. Thanks for letting me have a much needed family time with my kids and grandkids.
What an Excellent stay! The host was in constant communication. We only had 5 staying there but could have had more and there was plenty of parking. The house was super clean and the location couldn't be beat. Hoping to stay here again in the future.
This was our second stay at the Historic Blue House and it we loved it! We had a cake baked for us and it was delicious! The home is clean and organized with a ton of space.The kitchen is perfect for all the food prep I had to do for our family get together. The host provided prompt responses to my inquiries. Definitely a 10 out of 10 we’ll more than likely stay again next year!!
Property was as advertised and property manager easy to reach and very helpful.
Will consider staying again!
Scott G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept, 2022
Thanks for the kind words Scott. I would be happy to host you and your group again. Thanks again for entrusting your stay to the Historic Blue House-West Lafayette!
BOOK THIS HOUSE! beautiful large home with everything we needed! Comfortable beds, enough lounging space and walking distance to Ross Ade and Mackey Arena which was great for Purdue Homecoming weekend. The owner was very accommodating and replied quickly to a couple questions we had. No complaints, awesome stay!
This is a beautiful historic home with a great location. The house is well appointed, safe and set up for all ages to enjoy. Owner is great to work with and readily available if needed. Will definitely stay again whenever in town.
Cedric is a fantastic host! One of the most accommodating and available host I have ever had in all my experiences VRBO. Hope to be able to stay again.
Amanda C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr, 2024
Wow! Thank you for the very kind words Mandy! I would love to host you and yours anytime.
We enjoyed this spacious home with a large kitchen. It was a perfect place to stay, close to Purdue campus. The host was so thoughtful, with a nice “welcome cake” and many suggestions for things to do in the area.
Cedric and his family have a lovely older home with great touches that make your stay enjoyable. We loved all the family friendly features they included: an arcade, air hockey, Foosball, kids dinnerware, a pank-n-play, etc. Would definitely return to stay here
Roger Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2024
Thank you for the kind words Roger. I look forward to your next stay.
Great kitchen! All the dishes pots and pans needed to cook a home cooked meal. Very quite area but still close to everything!
margie r.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2022
Thank you for the very kind words Margie! I appreciate your flexibility and communication in spite of my mistake as to your day of arrival! Glad you found the kitchen to your liking. I would be happy to host you and your family again!
One of the most enjoyable home renting experiences I've had. Large and comfy home just a 10-15 minute walk to Purdue's campus. Host was amazing and responded to questions quickly. Definitely looking forward to booking again.
Samuel V.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr, 2024
Thank you for the very kind words Samuel! We would be happy to host you anytime!
We had a wonderful weekend at PU! The house is very spacious and tte back yard is large and private! It’s was perfect for 2 families (8 adults). Would love to stay there again. The property manager was great to work with as well! Thanks for sharing your house.
Christy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2022
Thank you for the very kind words Christy! You and your group were a pleasure to host. I hope you will come back soon to either the Historic Blue House - West Lafayette or Destination Station!
All new electrical work as well as all new furniture through most of the house. Enjoyed our stay! Especially appreciated the Keurig!
Thomas M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May, 2022
Thank you for the kind words Tom! Glad you enjoyed your stay and the Keurig!
About the host
Hosted by Cedric Axel D'Hue
1515 Northwestern Avenue boasts 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house and wonderful location to several amenities. We clearly envisioned 1515 Northwestern Avenue as a short term vacation rental for Purdue football or other sport games, golfers, even Frank Lloyd Wright enthusiasts.
Furthermore, 1515 Northwestern Avenue provided a unique opportunity to purchase a nearly century old home. We seek to update this home into a modern home while keeping or restoring the 1930s character, such as the many interior window shutters. Most of the windows have sash pulleys and weights, some of the ropes are broken and will need to be replaced. We ask that any window is carefully opened or closed until the sash pulleys, weights, and ropes can be restored/repaired.
The home inspection report identified a number of issues to address, including plumbing, windows, siding, etc. The fireplace is currently not available until all of the renovations are completed.
The living room is relatively quiet. The East Bedroom can be noisy due to the busy street outside. If you are an early riser and out of the house most of the day, this is unlikely to be a problem.
Turning this 1938 house into a modern home provides our family a number of opportunities for our children to get involved in the short term rental business and home renovations. So far our children have been involved in opening boxes, putting away house supplies, building furniture, and making up beds. They have also assisted with parking cars during home Purdue football games and selling lemonade, chips, Cub Scout popcorn, etc. During renovations, we hope to teach our children the systems of the house: electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
We welcome you to join us on this journey. We hope you as guests will return over time to see the transformation of this house. Your booking revenue is funding the renovations. Thank you!
Why they chose this property
We read The Family Board Meeting and realized that we only have 18 summers with our kids, currently 11, 11, 9, and 7 years old. One of our 11 year old twins has a God given talent for hospitality. Our 9 year old daughter is a natural entrepreneur. We already have a few long term rentals. We were looking for opportunities to incorporate our rental businesses with teaching our children new talents. Similar to Cleaning House, we sought to cultivate our children's gifts and talents in entrepreneurship. After staying in a few short term vacation rentals, we were interested in incorporating short term vacation rentals into teaching our children in the way they should go. The Blue House (1515 Northwestern Avenue) is quite a find. The Blue House was built in 1938 (before the nearby Frank Lloyd Wright Samara House). The Blue House is two blocks from Ross-Ade stadium, four blocks from Mackey Arena, and near the rest of Purdue campus. We are looking forward to the opportunity to restore this house over time. There is only one full bathroom.
What makes this property unique
Within 0.5 miles to each of the following: Purdue including Ross-Ade Stadium and Mackey Arena, Birck golf complex, Celery Bog Nature Area, Frank Lloyd Wright's Samara House, and Faith West including a community playground and Cafe Literato.
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