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Garden Cottage - INDY/CARMEL/DWNTWN/MONON TRAIL/GRAND PARK

Family-friendly cottage in Indianapolis

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Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Indianapolis, IN

Place, St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Fashion Mall at Keystone
‪7 min drive‬
Place, Butler University
‪11 min drive‬
Airport, Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Garden Cottage - INDY/CARMEL/DWNTWN/MONON TRAIL/GRAND PARK

🦠COVID-19 Clean Protocol
🚴‍♀️Cyclist: Accessible to the Monon Trail!
⛹🏼 Athletes: Accessible Grand Park
🛶Nearby! Eagle Creek Park
🐶 Dog friendly (small breeds), No cats please!
👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 We love families
🧘🏼 We offer a zen experience
🔌unplug and relax
🧭 Best location for downtown or suburbs
🏥 Minutes from St. Vincent and IU North
🚘On site parking (No RV)
⌨️WiFi
🧻all supplies
🛒5 minutes to grocery
🚭NON smoking
💬Text freely with your Host

Located in Indianapolis' premier residential & retail area. The guest cottage is nestled within our home’s peaceful one acre garden and is only minutes from downtown and Carmel.
The 700 square foot guest cottage is a freestanding, fully independent building with private, fenced patio and dedicated parking.
THE LOCATION:
We are just 7 minutes to Broad Ripple, 15 minutes down Meridian Street to Downtown, 10 minutes to Carmel, 20 minutes to Westfield's Grand Park, 5 minutes to the 465, Monon walking & biking trail, and Whole Foods plaza with many retail & restaurant choices.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
We pride ourselves on our unique setting, excellent client relations, privacy and value. We want you to have a warm home-away-from-home feel experience!
THE FLOOR PLAN:
Master Suite:
Queen bed
Shower/toilet
Separate vanity area
Great Room:
TempurPedic Queen mattress on pullout sofa (no crossbars)
Flatscreen TV with Netflix, Amazon
WiFi - free
Kitchenette w/ fridge & small appliances
Private Rear Patio:
Gas BBQ
Table for four and lounging area

We regularly maintain and update the cottage based on client feedback. We listen and respond to all suggestions in order to continue to offer only the best possible experience!

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Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Dogs under 45lbs/not aggressive. No cats plz!

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No additional guests or visitors unless approved in advance by owner. Please let us know if you're in town visiting friends and family

Rate is $145/nt for 2 persons, addl. persons $25 per night (4 max)

I require a Gov. Photo ID and the make/model of your car 48 hours after booking (if rental car, can provide 48 hours prior to arrival)

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Indianapolis

Indianapolis is home to this cottage. Old National Centre is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Indiana State Fairgrounds and Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Travelling with kids? Make time for Indianapolis Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

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What's nearby

St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
IU Health North Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Fashion Mall at Keystone - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
Butler University - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
Children's Museum of Indianapolis - 16 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

Indianapolis Station - 26 min drive
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min walk
‪Luciana’s - ‬3 min drive
‪McAlister's Deli - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Cottage - INDY/CARMEL/DWNTWN/MONON TRAIL/GRAND PARK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Garden Cottage - INDY/CARMEL/DWNTWN/MONON TRAIL/GRAND PARK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Cottage - INDY/CARMEL/DWNTWN/MONON TRAIL/GRAND PARK?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden Cottage - INDY/CARMEL/DWNTWN/MONON TRAIL/GRAND PARK located?

Located in Indianapolis, this family-friendly cottage is 1.8 mi (3 km) from St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Holliday Park and Monon Community Center Waterpark. Fashion Mall at Keystone and Butler University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

24 Aug, 2025

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

Beautiful experience and couldn't be more appreciative of the hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

18 Sept, 2025

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

Super clean. Provided all things like shampoo, conditioner, towels, robes. Loved it.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keturah B.

12 Jul, 2025

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

Adorable, clean space in a beautiful neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

2 Jul, 2025

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

Great place

Stayed in the area for a lacrosse tournament. This cottage was very clean and the owners are very responsive. Great stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

21 Aug, 2025

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

The cottage has a beautiful setting in peaceful neighborhood with old trees. You feel one with nature, in fact a deer roamed through the yard on Sunday morning. The cottage is furnished very nicely and is comfortable. Claudia was very responsive and recommended some great restaurants. We will stay here again when we are back in Indy.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa J.

11 Aug, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage ,lots of great cooking supplies, comfortable bed and adequate internet. Did not care for parking situation (sometimes other people parked in our designated spot) , overgrown hostas along walkway, shower is cramped and a mild snafu with check-in which was addressed.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

17 Jun, 2025

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

This place is absolutely AMAZING and gorgeous . You will not regret staying here. Everything you would need, they supply. My daughter absolutely loved the coffee bar. It is in a safe neighborhood but just minutes from all things Indianapolis, Zionsville, Carmel, etc. It really is in a perfect location.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dani K.

14 Apr, 2025

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

Charming Cottage

The property itself was fantastic. The cottage was impeccably clean and this added immensely to our peace of mind and overall enjoyment. The owners are very helpful and we appreciated their service. This cottage is a true gem – book it, you won't be disappointed!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

28 Jun, 2025

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

Beyond Expectations

Upon arrival Steve and Claudia the owners greeted us, showed us the gorgeous grounds and cottage, and were available if we needed them. The Pink Elephant Cottage is private, clean, well organized, comfortable, nicely decorated, and has many extras in amenities that you would not expect. It was extremely hot during our stay but we were able to adjust the AC and dehumidifier to make the cottage very livable with a good night's sleep. The location is perfect in a nice neighborhood with easy access to downtown Indianapolis and the surrounding nearby towns. One of the nicest Vrbo places and experience we have had in the United States! We hope to be back in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy Necole T.

13 Nov, 2024

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

Fun girls weekend

Charming and cozy! Loved how thoughtful the host was with amenities. Very close to everywhere we wanted to go!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

11 Oct, 2022

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

Cottage

Wonderful accommodations.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

12 Apr, 2023

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

Wonderful Little Getaway.

This was perfect for our weekend stay. Great neighborhood and awesome hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly P.

6 Jan, 2024

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

Location, location, location

Fab location and comfortable space!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

16 Oct, 2023

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

Terrific

Lovely neighborhood and hosts. We would happily stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Jul, 2024

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

Great little cottage

We loved the property, fantastic neighborhood. Highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A.

26 Sept, 2022

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

Very Nice and Quiet

I enjoyed my stay with a mother and daughter trip. Very quiet and liked the Privacy and location.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

15 Nov, 2023

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

Wonderful place!

It’s an adorable and cute little cottage that is perfect for a weekend getaway! Everything was clean and comfortable. My husband and I enjoyed our time here!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica C.

6 Aug, 2024

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

Lovely cottage.

Our small family of three stayed here for a short visit. Perfectly comfortable and well-appointed little cottage in a quiet neighborhood. Exactly what we wanted for our mini-vacation. Thank you, Claudia!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil R.

24 May, 2023

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

Great stay!

Excellent location (we wanted to do some biking -- the property is exactly 2 miles from the Monon). Beautiful, restful space to return to.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

8 Apr, 2024

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

Indy Weekend

Had a great stay. The cottage is cozy and private On a beautiful property. Host was very responsive and instructions/check in was clear. Highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

6 Aug, 2019

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

Great cottage!

I loved my stay in this quiet, clean cottage! It’s close to plenty of stores and places to get what I needed during my stay. Great owners!

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W., Hastings, MI USA

23 Jan, 2024

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

Charming cabin

This is a cute little place which was very welcoming. Nice linens, warm shower, and very dog friendly with a fenced in potty area. A terrific weekend overall!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

2 Jun, 2024

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

Lovely and very comfortable

The owners have put a lot of thought into all of the details to make this cottage a beautiful and well appointed retreat. The bed was very comfortable, guaranteeing a good night’s sleep in a peaceful and quiet yet convenient location. Many thanks to our hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisha K.

14 Sept, 2023

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

It was great! Perfect!

Everything was great! Perfect stay!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Charming and relaxed

This was such a perfect stay for us. The neighborhood is safe, quiet, yet close to everything we needed. Claudia and Steve were both so friendly and accommodating. The cottage is even better than expected -- they've thought of everything. It has wonderful amenities, and it's all organized and well thought out. We will definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Claudia Appel

Why have a generic experience when you can experience the city on a more personal level. We are always available to offer suggestions on things to do, etc. Having rented from VRBO ourselves, we understand what it takes to offer a unique property and look forward to hosting you.

Why they chose this property

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT:
This is the ONLY property on VRBO that is located in Indianapolis' premier residential & retail area making it safe and highly accessible. The Cottage is nestled within an award winning garden on an acre lot, yet is still minutes from downtown and suburbs.
THE EXPERIENCE:
The cottage is comparable to a hotel junior suite, the cottage offers amenities (seasonal linens & signature toiletries) and an unmatched client experience within a garden setting.

What makes this property unique

Some of the comments we've received have been how tranquil and relaxing it is to unwind in our guest house. The gardens are in bloom year-round and depending on the season, the display of flowers varies. Whatever time of year, it is a special place to be. When you're ready to explore, there are many big city cultural attractions nearby.