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Bungalow @ Broad Ripple! Next to Monon and BR Ave!

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Living area
Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Indianapolis, IN
  • Butler University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Indiana State Fairgrounds
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Children's Museum of Indianapolis
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Bungalow @ Broad Ripple! Next to Monon and BR Ave!

Welcome to our Broad Ripple ANIMAL HOUSE! A uniquely beautifully decorated animal themed, light and bright bungalow in the heart of Broad Ripple. Our charming home is just 3 blocks to Broad Ripple Ave where you can enjoy all the area has to offer including shops, restaurants, pubs, galleries, art and more! Ride a bike, or take a stroll on the scenic open air Monon trail, just one block away! Our home is perfect for small families and couples coming to town to indulge, explore, or just relax!

Our thoughtfully designed home includes the following rooms with sleeping accommodations with memory foam mattresses in three spaces.

Master Bedroom - Relaxing space with a queen bed and a view to the back yard, with dual entry from the den and kitchen.

2nd Bedroom - Quaint and cute bedroom with a double bed and closet just off of the living room.

3rd Bedroom / Den / Office - Bright common room with twin day bed for sleeping, relaxing or reading with lots of natural light, with a desk and chair. The upstairs bathroom is accessible from this room. This room is a shared space with the upstairs bathroom off of this room.

Living Room - Lit up and inviting living space with a comfy queen fold out sofa bed.

Basement / Rec Room - Fun space with large screen TV, Darts, Board Games and a convertible queen size couch bed. This area has the 2nd bathroom with a shower and the laundry room with a washer dryer. This is the 4th room that we use for recreation. Technically it is not a bedroom as there is no egress to outside of the house.

Outdoor - Relaxing outdoor space under covered area with lights, seating, a firepit, and a BB!Q grill.

Our guests have access to the entire house and garage with the exception of our supply closet which is locked. Bikes, helmets, and bike locks are located in the garage for guest use. Please use bikes at your own risk but we advise that you use the provided helmets and follow all traffic laws for your safety. Stay Safe!

We (Ben and Kat) are usually available by phone if you have any questions at all. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need anything. We want you to enjoy your stay as much as absolutely possible!

Broad Ripple is roughly 30 Minutes to the airport, and 20 minutes to downtown Indy. The convenient and popular Redline rapid transit bus system will take you from Broad Ripple to downtown and back along College Avenue. We also provide a couple of cruiser bikes you can use and there is the Monon Trail less than a block away for miles miles of riding!

Something to note: Our home is an older bungalow with original hardwood flooring that does make some noise when walking around. While most find this a charming characteristic of the home, we have had a guest mention this to us so we want to make sure everyone knows before booking!
Quiet time after 10 p.m.

Property manager

Ben and Kat Olson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Indianapolis

Broad Ripple, a neighbourhood in Indianapolis, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at White River State Park and popular attractions include Indiana State Fairgrounds and Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Gainbridge Fieldhouse or Lucas Oil Stadium.
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Indianapolis, IN

What's nearby

  • Holliday Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Butler University - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Indiana State Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Children's Museum of Indianapolis - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Fashion Mall at Keystone - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Methodist Station - 18 min drive
  • Indianapolis Station - 21 min drive
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kilroy's Bar N' Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Binkley's Kitchen & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bungalow @ Broad Ripple! Next to Monon and BR Ave! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bungalow @ Broad Ripple! Next to Monon and BR Ave!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bungalow @ Broad Ripple! Next to Monon and BR Ave!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bungalow @ Broad Ripple! Next to Monon and BR Ave! located?

Located in Broad Ripple, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Indianapolis Art Center, Glendale Town Center and Holliday Park. Butler University and Indiana State Fairgrounds are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Clean, Cozy and Charming!

We were so happy with our stay. This was our first VRBO experience and we couldn’t have been more pleased. The house was so clean and well stocked, the rooms were super cozy and the decor was on point. Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Outstanding hosts, outstanding home away from home!

Kathy and Ben are standout hosts. Their generosity, prompt, thorough communication and willingness to accommodate us was evident end-to-end. We welcome the chance to return to their lovely abode!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elissa U.

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

Cute, clean and great location!

We loved our stay at this adorable home! Well cared for—the house was clean and cozy. The location was perfect, making it easy to explore the area while still having a peaceful retreat to come back to. Everything was just as described, and we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect spot for our trip. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

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

Perfect location!

The location was perfect for our weekend in Indy - easy walk to Broad Ripple and quick drive to Butler and downtown. The house was clean and cozy and had everything we needed, and our 5-year-old loved the animal-themed decor :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Cozy weekend accommodations

We enjoyed our weekend stay at this cute cozy home. Great place to stay to visit Butler students. Conveniently located near Broad Ripple. Great communication from the owners made it super easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janel F.

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

Great Visit

Warm and cozy spot with easy access to Butler.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda A.

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

Family reunion

House was clean and welcoming. Beds were comfortable. Downstairs bathroom-toilet, sink, and shower, was very small, but clean. Location was very close to family, dining, and bike trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Great stay

Great location close to Broad Ripple dining and Butler.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

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

Great place for a short trip

Great location for a quick trip to Indy. So much to do right in Broad Ripple and made it easy to visit our daughter who attends Butler.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

College move in

We had a great time at this house. It was perfect for our family of 5 while we moved 2 of our kids into college. The house had everything we needed and was spotless. We definitely would stay here again and highly recommend this house. Perfect location as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle O.

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

Work trip

Great home great location great vibes
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great house and location!

We enjoyed our stay and loved the location. House was clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

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

Wonderful!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Lovely stay in Broad Ripple

We had a wonderful stay in Broad Ripple. The home was clean and ready for us to when we arrived. The location was perfect for our needs. We had a nice walk to the village and we even enjoyed using the bikes for a ride in the Monon trail. The air conditioning was perfect for our summer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley C.

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

Animal House

I great loaction!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was perfect, exceeded expectations. Everything you'd want, from great communication to all the little things. We've tried many different places in Indianapolis and this was by far the best. I'd definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

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

Great proximity to the Monon bike trail and BRIC's ice cream shop

Very cute house with historic charm. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen is small, but we didn't mind as we only used it for beverages and keeping leftovers cold in the frig from dinners out. The bathroom is nice with two sinks on the main floor. The basement is slightly musty and small. We didn't use it at all because there were only two of us staying in the house. It was nice to have bikes available for use on the monon bike trail. It's only a block to the East. Great location if you want to spend time in Broadripple. Easy walking distance to many restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

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

Near the Monon

Location can’t be beat if you love a stroll on the Monon and the Broad Ripple area. We enjoyed our stay in this quaint adorable blue house. Hosts were great with communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna N.

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

Wonderful little house

The property was clean and larger than expected. An adorable house in an adorable neighborhood. Wonderful communication with the hosts. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry W., Doniphan

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

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay the place was very accommodating. We loved the decor and had a peaceful get a way.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Excellent neighborhood!

We loved staying in Broad Ripple. It was just down the street from our son’s townhouse which made it so convenient. The house was cozy and comfortable. Perfect for our weekend in Indy!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Ann R.

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

Broad Ripple/Indy Weekend

We stayed at this adorable house for 3 nights while visiting our daughter who is attending grad school at UIndy. The house is in the perfect location to see our daughter in SoBro, visit the restaurants and bars in Broad Ripple and take a quick ride to downtown Indy. The house was very clean and the decor is adorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Nice location

I love the location of this home. If we had had more time, we would have loved to bike on the trail. The decor is cute and our kids liked the board games that were available. I wasn't sure about the kitchen at first. It is small. But we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Lovely Home

Beautiful, clean and quiet. We were exhibiting at Indiana State Fair. This was a great find, convenient to the fair and very comfortable. Nice amenities and the hosts were wonderful at communicating. Would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Great little place

The place exceeded our expectations. Super cute, clean and the back patio was perfect. Super close to a running trail and a quiet and safe neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ben and Kat Olson

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Hello! We are Ben and Kat from Arlington, Washington which is about an hour north of Seattle and an hour south of Vancouver, BC Canada where we live and work together full-time in our daily careers in the technology and security industry.

We enjoy spending time outdoors hiking and being active as well as traveling and experiencing new places and meeting new people from all walks of life. We have done an extensive amount of travel between serving in the US Navy and living around the country from Washington and California to New Jersey.

We host a few homes we call Animal House Retreats. They are located in the heart of Broad Ripple Indianapolis, in the Bavarian Village town of Leavenworth in Washington State, and in Downtown San Antonio. We love helping our guests to create memorable and lasting memories through experiences and comfortable home away-from-home accommodations in great walkable locations!

We are passionate about animal rescues and donate a portion of all proceeds from our homes to support finding forever families for dogs and cats. We look forward to hosting you!

Why they chose this property

We put a lot of effort into making our home a great relaxing home away from home for our guests. We provide a fully stocked kitchen so that our guests can make full meals. We provide bikes for guests to ride the Monon Trail just 1 block away. We provide board games for the times our guests would rather stay in for the night also. We are always a phone call or message away when our guests need anything!

What makes this property unique

Our home is beautifully decorated and a short 3-block walk to the heart of Broad Ripple
which is loaded with shops, restaurants, bars, and great times! We are also a short uber, bus or drive away from all of the attractions of Indianapolis!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests