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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
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Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms3600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Heltonville, IN
  • Place, Lake Monroe
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cutright State Recreation Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Paynetown State Recreation Area
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Heltonville

Located in Heltonville, this vacation home is on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Cutright State Recreation Area and Allen's Creek State Recreation Area. .This vacation home is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Hardin Ridge Recreation Area and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Two Herons Marina.

What's nearby

  • Lake Monroe - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Cutright State Recreation Area - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Paynetown State Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Allen's Creek State Recreation Area - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve - 11 min drive - 8.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Fairfax Inn - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Wind Jammer Grill - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪The Dining Hall-RSR - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gas Station - ‬35 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Modern Wilderness Enjoy nature and being close to IU & Lake Monroe.

Relax on 20 private acres just 20 min from Bloomington & IU. This 4BR, 2BA retreat features a hot tub, pool table, full bar in the basement, stunning kitchen, upper deck, lower patio, and a spa-like master bath. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and game nights. Peaceful, private, and packed with amenities! Plenty of room for the whole family. The best part? You're 5 minutes from Lake Monroe - Cutright boat ramp and Hoosier National Forest!

Escape to Nature in Style – Your Private 4-Bedroom Retreat on 20 Acres

Welcome to your dream getaway! Nestled on 20 acres of serene, untouched nature, our spacious 4-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and tranquility. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a friends' retreat, or a peaceful solo escape, this is the place to unwind and recharge.

**What You'll Love:**

- **Four beautifully appointed bedrooms** with plush bedding and peaceful views. Queen over Queen bunk beds in the basement perfect for kids and adults!
- **Full bar** – perfect for entertaining or winding down with a cocktail
- **Pool table** for fun nights in with friends and family
- **Gourmet kitchen** with high-end appliances and everything you need to cook up a feast
- **Breathtaking views** of rolling hills, forest, and wildlife from every window
- **Expansive outdoor space** to explore, relax, or stargaze under the open sky

Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck as deer wander by, cooking in the chef’s kitchen, or enjoying a game night at the bar, every moment here feels special. This is more than a stay—it’s an experience.

📍 Located just far enough to feel secluded, yet close enough to local attractions, dining, and adventure.

Book your stay now and discover why guests never want to leave. Your nature escape awaits! You won't be disappointed!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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: 3,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Do not lock the door handle, only use key pad
Lock all windows and doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was very spacious and clean and had plenty of items in by kitchen to use for all the cooking we did. The property was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026