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A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, video games, books, stereo
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6283 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
The price is NZ$850
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private

Surrounded by eleven acres of serene woodlands and tranquil pond, your peaceful paradise awaits. Ground-level entry with keypad check-in makes it easy to unpack and start enjoying everything 4 Paws Getaway has to offer.
You’ll love the open-concept living area with a six-person dining area and kitchen fully equipped with modern stainless steel appliances, A large, marble-topped island centers the space.
The kitchen spills out into an open living room with large windows framing a forest of oak, beech, and maples. Comfortable sofas and chairs (doggie beds, included!) provide the perfect setting for conversation, a good book, or a catnap. Just outside is a deck with a grill and generous space for a barbeque.
Three spacious bedrooms are found on the south side of the home. Two with queen-size beds, flat screen TVs, closet space, and views of the forest. Down the hall, past their shared bathroom and linen closet is the master suite. A king-size bed, reading nook, and huge walk-in closet set it apart, along with an EnSite bathroom with tub, his-and-her sinks, and fantastic lighting!
Downstairs is another large social space – the entertainment room. Enjoy perfect movie nights or game nights with the extra long wraparound sofa, 65” TV, Nintendo, XBox, pool table, card table, and the best board games to choose from. Two French doors open onto the covered patio where you can relax in the hot tub taking in the peaceful environment. Another bathroom with a shower is just a few steps away.
While “staying in” might be tempting, you’ll be just 8 minutes to Brown County State Park, where you can explore 16,000 acres of trails, forests, and lakes. You’re also just 10 minutes to downtown, bursting with galleries, breweries, shops and restaurants.
Where you and your loved ones make your memories is up to you.

Luxury Amenities

Every detail has been considered to ensure you and your guests are over-the-moon during your stay. With new fixtures, new flooring, new paint, stone accents and unique and fun decor throughout, you’ll love every bit of this space.

Each bedroom is private, cozy, yet spacious with large windows that show off the woodlands and little details that make life easier, like USB lamps by each bed for easy charging and Roku TVs.

The six-person hot tub is a true treat, and we make sure comfort is key, with plenty of towels, bathrobes, and even a portable Bluetooth speaker you can use for music.

The remodeled kitchen is fully stocked and offers the most up-to-date amenities to make every meal fun and hassle-free. A deep double sink, new dishwasher, gas range and oven, electric kettle, microwave, and french door refrigerator accompany all the cookware a chef would need, along with a few special touches, like a cappuccino maker and a KitchenAid mixer.

Wi-fi is dependable, there’s plenty of parking, and the home is fitted with a modern washer and dryer. And for those who are bringing their four-legged friends, you’ll love all the thoughtful details that will make your life as a pet owner that much easier, like dog toys, bowls, beds and a place for their stuff, too.

**All pets must be pre-approved. Pet fee is $100 with a 2 dog limit.

Property manager

Marisa Payton

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,047 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

91544

About the area

Map
Columbus, Indiana

What's nearby

  • Salt Creek Golf Retreat - 16 min drive
  • Brown County Music Center - 18 min drive
  • Hard Truth Distilling Company - 18 min drive
  • Brown County Playhouse - 19 min drive
  • Brown County State Park - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gnaw Mart - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Brown County Winery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪West End Restaurant & Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪It's All the Buzz - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private?

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private on 25 Dec 2024 start from NZ$849.89, 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.

What time is check-in at A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Salt Creek Golf Retreat, Kidscommons Children's Museum and Bartholomew County Fairgrounds. Brown County State Park and Sweetwater Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

A Brown County Family Retreat, Luxurious & Private Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Host / Holiday retreat
The property and hospitality was better than advertised. Every little detail was well planned and thought out. It’s obvious they care about their guests. Location is perfect between Columbus and Nashville with Brown County State park nearby for hiking. Hope to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, great communication with property owner.
My spouse and I stayed for two nights here to visit family in the area; it was a great property and the property managers are very high communication and easy to work with. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brown county Paradise
By far one of the best rentals we have ever stayed in. The host has thought of everything! The place is clean, comfortable and beautiful inside. Our friend even caught a few fish in the pond.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriends Get Away
Perfect home to spend time reconnecting with friends. The home was wonderful, clean and the hosts thought of every detail. Only minutes from downtown Nashville made this trip one to remember!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn E., Schererville, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Such a cute place! We really enjoyed our recent stay despite that it rained the entire time! They've thought of everything in this home! Thanks so much for sharing your place, we hope to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tristan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful stay! The property exceeds expectations, and the host was incredibly responsive and accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous !
We used all the amenities and had a wonderful week ! Such a quick drive to Brown county park , Nashville or Columbus
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy T., Berne, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Pawfect house!!!
This house was perfect! Large, comfortable beds/pillows and very organized! Tons of extras!!! The pantry was stocked!!! We loved the sweets breads and apple butter…what a nice touch!! The house was VERY clean!!! 15 minute drive to downtown Nashville, IN. We will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R., Cincinnati, OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for our girls’ trip!
** prior to review - dog owners looking for a place to stay - this IS the place for you! ** It was the first time for us moms to be away from our kids after a long summer, and we’ve been looking forward to it for months. The place you stay can impact the whole vibe of the trip and Marisa’s place did not disappoint. The entire home is beautiful, we were exclaiming about the decor from the moment we walked in. It was immaculate and the kitchen was well-stocked with anything we could need (not food, although there was a pile of snacks and homemade salsa waiting for us!). From the mugs to the blankets.every item felt perfectly curated to the home - Marisa has great taste!! The location is about a 15 minute drive to the main area of little Nashville. For some reason, I thought we were in walking distance. But it was worth the ride to have a lovely, clean, and peaceful place to stay at the end of a long day of walking around. Unanimous agreement that we would come back here! My only regret is that I didn’t bring my dog. The home is set up perfectly for dogs! Empty crates,a great yard, dishes, etc.I will definitely bring my dogs next time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We were looking for a nice spacious place to spend a long weekend with our adult children (and spouse/girlfriend) and our baby grandaughter. This home was very nice, it was the perfect size, and everything was pretty much provided for a great weekend getaway. We enjoyed our stay and felt very comfortable there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S., Canton, ct

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway!!
Originally from Indiana, my family and i travel back every so often to visit extended family. This time we decided to rent a place instead of staying with family and this was the perfect location! The house was well layed out, clean, spacious, well stocked and so much thought was put into some of the little things that made the say comfortable and relaxing. Make sure to take a trip into Nashville for all the cute local shops and restaurants!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and Beautiful with everything you could need!
We really enjoyed this getaway in the woods! Clean and spacious and comfy! We didn't need to buy our own shampoo, TP, etc. which is always nice when staying in a rental home. Nashville, IN was a cute down to visit, and the nearby state park was nice as well. If we are ever in Southern Indiana again, we will try to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
4pawsgetaway was pawfect!
What a beautiful and well-appointed home. Large enough for our family of 5 adults, plus our dog! The expansive kitchen area and gorgeous (and huge!) island was the focal point of our graduation celebration, a time to enjoy each other in a serene setting and get to and from Bloomington very easily. Lights were left on to welcome us, as was a box of baked goods and a dog cookie! Communication was excellent prior to and while arriving, You feel like you’re a million miles away but yet very close to shopping, necessities, restaurants, wineries, etc. I would highly recommend this property and will return for sure for a girls weekend of Brown County shopping and eating!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eclipses All Others!
To say we were pleased with our stay at this rental during eclipse weekend would not do justice to the effort that Marisa and her team put into making their guests feel welcome and comfortable. It is obvious from the moment you enter the house that you are in the hands of someone who cares about what they do and will go the extra mile to make your visit special. The house is clean, well-appointed, and lives up to its listing description. We brought our two dogs and, even though we are dog lovers, we appreciate a home that doesn’t have an overwhelming look and smell of dogs and this property does not. (Not at all in our opinion). The neighborhood is relatively quiet, and the property is somewhat secluded (mainly at the back of the house). It is very relaxing and peaceful. It is a short drive to the town. The communication from Marisa and Brett was stellar from throughout the entire process. We really couldn’t have written a script for a better rental experience thanks to the care and thoughtfulness of Marisa and Team.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

annabelle2289

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Fantastic relaxing place with ALL the amenities! Unfortunately had to leave early, but cannot wait to book again with the whole family!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dulce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
I was really impressed with our stay. We enjoyed the calmness and serenity of the place. Everything was clean and anything you might need they have stocked. The host answered all of my questiones quickly and was available during our stay 24/7.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Spacious and Thoughtful
We have stayed in several VRBO rentals over the years and this one tops the list in terms of the managers thoughtfulness. While it doesn’t have huge walk in showers (nor does it claim to), it DOES have plenty of bath towels. It also had PLENTY of toilet paper. It was impeccably appointed as if you were entertaining family. Board games, phone chargers, sound machine by the beds, coffee, even spices in the kitchen. While these may all seem like little things, they can be uncommon when renting a place. We have been in newly built, very impressive and massive homes that don’t even have one bath towel for each of the bathrooms. Not to mention only a partial roll of toilet paper in each of the bathrooms. I feel like the way people do anything is the way they do everything. EVERYTHING here seems like these people care. We look forward to coming back. All this said, they do need to work on the exterior door deadbolt that leads to the hot tub. It has issues. Also the kitchen faucet needs attention, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izabelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Perfect for our fur baby to enjoy himself, great view, loved the hot tub. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

dawn d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Wow! This was such an amazing getaway spot. Not only was it beautiful, it had all the bells and whistles. From kitchen appliances, cookware, board games to extra blankets - everything you need is there. And the host provided so many extra treats - we felt very welcomed and cared for!! I hope to be back❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
Great place to get away. Lots of nice amenities. Clean. Comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kym S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
Well stocked. Very clean and comfortable for our family. We will be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious and great location
My wife and I enjoyed our weekend getaway to the 4Paws property. The location is 15 minutes from shopping, breweries and hiking in the Nashville/Brown County area. We enjoyed the thoughtful decor for the holidays, the hot chocolate station and the spacious/well equipped kitchen for preparing meals. The bedrooms were spacious and the bed was comfortable. The basement was a bonus with the pool table, gaming systems, and access to the back yard hot tub with overhead string lights for a peaceful ambience. The home is very organized and they truly thought of everything to make our stay as enjoyable, convenient and comfortable as possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
Beautiful home!! Lovely weekend getaway! Everything was awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie S., Cincinnti

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with a few cons
Pros: House is beautifully renovated and furnished. It is a show home, something you see in a magazine. You need nothing but clothes as the home is fully stocked. Cons: 1) Satellite internet. Internet speed test: download speed 0.19 mbps and upload speed 0.10 mbps. Marissa called Viasat to have the system reset and at the modem download speed was 195 mbps. With the number of devices connected to the internet (5 TVs, camera doorbell, 3 outdoor cameras, 2 remote access keyless entry, security system, hvac, gaming system), each device gets about 15 mbps. If you need internet for work, there is a Starbucks about 15 mins in Columbus. 2) The house sits on the first acre of land with the remaining ten acres behind it. The pond sits between the road and the house. Caution advised as vehicles fly down the country road. Appears that there used to be trails through the 10 acres of woods. Unfortunately, with brush growth and down trees, they were unusable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO we’ve ever stayed in!
Everything has been thought of in this rental, and it is stocked for a wonderful, easy vacay! Paper, cleaning, hygiene, electronic charging, gaming, linens, dog supplies, food & spices, kitchen appliances, first aid…you name it, it’s in this rental! And all with fresh, cute, clean decor and beautiful window views from all angles! Beds were super comfortable, games were new and current. High quality, name brand kitchenware, clean drawers, good water pressure, and wonderful little surprises at every turn. Wonderful host, don’t hesitate! We’ll be back again, if we can get the family together! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023