Welcome to one of Indy's top-rated stays — a beautifully renovated home in the heart of Bates-Hendricks that blends designer style with tons of character! I'm a local Superhost with a perfect 5.0 rating and Top 5% designation, and I love making every guest feel right at home. With nearly 70 five-star reviews across Airbnb and Vrbo, guests consistently say this home is even better than expected — and multiple reviewers call it the "best rental they've ever stayed at."
This home gives you the best of both worlds: an incredible backyard oasis for hanging out and unwinding, just a short walk from downtown Indianapolis and all the action. Guests can't stop raving about the backyard — the landscaped patio, Traeger grill, and bubbling brook make it everyone's favorite spot. One guest picked fresh tomatoes and peppers from the garden and grilled them on the Traeger. Another called it "a nice oasis of calm" after a long day at GenCon.
Inside, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is all about the details. Soaring ceilings, gorgeous original hardwood floors, and exposed barn beams give the space incredible character — paired with a custom kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a Carrara marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a glass range hood. One guest said the home "feels like someone lives there full time" and gives it a real homey feel — and that's exactly what I was going for. I actually lived here myself for the first year to get it just right!
The master bedroom features a king-size bed with premium linens, room-darkening shades, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom with a custom vanity and tile shower with frameless glass door. The second bedroom also has a king bed, and the third has a cozy queen — all with room-darkening shades and premium linens. Guests rave about how comfortable the beds are, calling them "super cozy" and "the most comfortable beds at any Airbnb."
The living area features plush seating, high ceilings, and big flat-screen TVs with surround sound — one guest specifically called out the "HUGE TVs" as a great bonus. The kitchen is fully loaded: quality cookware, sharp knives, a full spice rack, an air fryer, a Keurig (plus a full coffee maker for the serious coffee and tea lovers), olive oil, Tupperware for leftovers, and everything you need to cook a full meal. Multiple guests say it's the best-stocked kitchen they've ever seen in a rental. You'll also find welcome snacks waiting for you on arrival.
Check-in is easy and seamless — the electronic keypad automatically programs to the last four digits of your phone number. No codes to remember, no keys to juggle!
The detached 2-car garage keeps your vehicles safe and secure and includes a free Level 2 Tesla/EV charger. There's also a charming front porch and a beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard with a deck and patio.
And the location? You're in Bates-Hendricks — one of Indy's most walkable neighborhoods. Lucas Oil Stadium is a 15-minute walk or 3-minute drive. Guests have literally walked home after Colts games, conventions, and concerts. Downtown restaurants and bars are all within reach on foot. It doesn't get more convenient than this.
Standout Amenities (81+ Total):
Two king beds + one queen bed with room-darkening shades and premium linens
Big flat-screen TVs with surround sound
Soaring ceilings, original hardwood floors, and exposed barn beams
Custom kitchen with quartz countertops, Carrara marble backsplash, glass range hood, and breakfast bar
Fully appointed kitchen with quality cookware, spices, air fryer, olive oil, Tupperware
Keurig + full coffee maker
Beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard with patio, deck, Traeger grill, and bubbling brook
Charming front porch
Free Level 2 Tesla/EV charger in the detached 2-car garage
Detached 2-car garage with secure access
Dedicated workspace for remote work or business travel
Self check-in with auto-programmed electronic keypad
City skyline view
Fast WiFi — 132 Mbps
Board games and entertainment
Welcome snacks
Washer and dryer (main level)
Charging cables for phones and gadgets throughout the home
Free garage parking + street parking
Prime Location — Walk to Downtown:
The Bates-Hendricks neighborhood puts you incredibly close to everything — many guests walk or scooter to Lucas Oil Stadium and downtown attractions!
2 min to Eli Lilly headquarters
3 min to Lucas Oil Stadium (15 min walk)
3 min to Gainbridge Fieldhouse
3 min to Fountain Square Center (17 min walk)
4 min to the heart of downtown Indianapolis
5 min to the Indiana Convention Center
5 min to Monument Circle
16 min from Indianapolis International Airport
Perfect For:
Families visiting Indy, groups heading to events at Lucas Oil or the Convention Center, friends' getaways, wedding parties, work trips, and business travelers near Eli Lilly or downtown. Our guests have stayed for Colts games, GenCon, FFA Convention, Pacers and Fever games, WWE, the Indy 500, girls' trips, and weekend getaways. Whether you're here for a big event or just need a great home base — go hard all day, then come home to your own private backyard retreat to recharge. We'd love to host you!
