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Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Pool
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$520
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 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.

Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech

You'll be only 2 miles from Downtown, Coliseum, Science Central, & nationally ranked Children’s Zoo. Our house is a great place to stay for families and working professionals. We are walking distance to Lakeside Park with an expansive children's playground and tennis/pickleball courts. Just a short 5 minute drive takes you downtown to Parkview Field, Promenade Park, and Headwaters Park for weekend festivals all summer long! Need to get some work done? No problem! we offer 1G WIFI that seamlessly connects to you video conference calls for remote work.

We strive to provide our guests with an amazing guest experience from start to finish. Our check-in process is effortless and secure with our Smartlock and personalized keycode. Our checkout process is a breeze with no chores. There is no need to strip any beds or wash any towels. RELAX during your stay with us and enjoy your vacation to the fullest!

This Cozy Craftsman combines great location with great amenities:
◼King bed + 2 Queens beds + 1 Queen Air Mattress
◼4 adult bikes (helmets and bike lock provided)
◼Newly remodeled kitchen
◼BBQ grill
◼Coffee/tea bar
◼Fast free 1G WIFI
◼Roku smart TV
◼Easy Parking on private driveway, for 3 cars
◼Baby essentials (travel crib & highchair)
◼Walk to Parkview hospital
◼Walk to Lakeside Park for pickleball, tennis, & children's playground

Whether you are coming for vacation or for work, our spacious 1400 sq foot house is a perfect home base for your visit to Fort Wayne. Kroger's grocery store, Starbucks, Glenbrook Mall, and a host of restaurants are just minutes drive from our house. Don’t feel like driving? Hop on our bikes to easily get downtown and local coffee shops.

There are 3 spacious BEDROOMS (all on the second floor):
◼Bedroom 1: KING size bed, memory foam mattress
◼Bedroom 2: Queen size bed, memory foam mattress
◼Bedroom 3: Queen size bed, memory foam mattress

BATHROOMS:
◼Full size bathroom with walk-in shower on first floor
◼Full size bathroom with shower/tub combo on second floor

OFFICE/DEN:
◼Dedicated desk with chair
◼Pack n Play available
◼Electric fireplace

LIVING ROOM:
◼60inch ROKU smart TV
◼3 seater comfortable couch
◼2 seater loveseat
◼1 queen air mattress (highly rated on consumer reports for comfort)

DINING ROOM:
◼Dining table comfortably seats 6
◼High Chair provided

KITCHEN:
◼Newly remodeled
◼Stainless steel appliances, microwave, toaster, electric kettle
◼Coffee and tea bar
◼Variety of pots/pans/bakeware
◼Spice rack and salt/pepper provided for your cooking needs

DECK (Seasonal starting after Mother's Day):
◼Large hammock
◼Outdoor table with seating
◼BBQ grill

BASEMENT:
◼Full size washer and dryer

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Fort Wayne is a great destination for a fun vacation! Here's a sample 3 day family fun-filled itinerary that might give you some ideas:

Day 1: Arrival
Check in @ the Cozy Craftsman and get settled!
Walk to nearby Lakeside Park to enjoy the gardens (seasonal). Kids will love the children’s playground.
Enjoy dinner at one of the many great restaurants in downtown Fort Wayne, such as Tolon, Nawa, Proximo, and the Old Gas House.

Day 2: History and Culture by Bike
BIKE downtown and visit the Fort Wayne Museum of Art and check out their collection of American and European art.
Pedal over to nearby the Landing near Promenade Park and have lunch at Mercado(Latin) or Marquee (French).
Spend the afternoon biking and exploring the River Greenway
Visit Eddie Merlot or Baker Street for a delicious steakhouse dinner
Snuggle up and watch a movie at night. Pop some popcorn!

Day 3: Outdoor Adventures
Visit the Pokagon State Park, which is about 45 minutes north of Fort Wayne, and enjoy hiking, fishing, or boating on the lake.
Head back to Fort Wayne for lunch at The Hoppy Gnome, a gastropub that has great food and an extensive beer list.
Spend the afternoon at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, which is one of the best in the country and has a wide variety of animals.
Wrap up your trip with dinner at Club Soda, a steakhouse that has been a Fort Wayne institution since the 1940s.

There are plenty of other things to do in Fort Wayne as well, such as catching a TinCaps baseball game, checking out the Fort Wayne Botanical Gardens, or taking a day trip to Shipshewana for the best Amish pie and shops. No matter what you do, you're sure to have a fun and memorable vacation in Fort Wayne!

Distance from our property to attractions:
◼Downtown Promenade Park: 1.9 miles
◼Parkview Field: 2.4 miles
◼Electric works/Union street market: 2.8 miles
◼Barr street farmer's market (Saturdays only starting May-Sept): 2.5 miles
◼Coliseum: 2.2 miles
◼Science Central: 1.9 miles
◼Fort Wayne Children's zoo: 2.9 miles
◼Fort Wayne Botanical Garden: 2 miles
◼Fort Wayne Ballet: 1.7 miles
◼Glenbrook Mall: 2.8 miles
◼Parkview Fieldhouse: 2.9 miles
◼Parkview Icehouse: 2.9 miles
◼Jefferson Pointe: 5.4 miles
◼Fox Island County Park: 11 miles
◼Shoaff Park Golf Course: 3.8 miles

📑 We ask all guests to read and agree to our house rules prior to booking. I ask the main guest to sign the rental agreement for the group. I generally do not accept booking requests from locals unless the reservation is for extended families visiting from out of town. Please send me an inquiry letting me know the reason for your stay, if you live locally.

Property manager

Carol G

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 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 - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Fort Wayne, IN

What's nearby

  • Parkview Hospital Randallia - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Grand Wayne Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Embassy Theatre - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chung King Express Gourmet - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Pub At 1802 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Don Hall's Old Gas House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Conjure Coffee - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech?

As of 27 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech on 8 Dec 2024 start from AU$520.46, 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 Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech located?

Located in Historic Northeast, this family-friendly Fort Wayne holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lakeside Park & Rose Garden and Parkview Hospital Randallia. Science Central and Headwaters Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Thanksgiving Special! 5 minutes to Downtown, Coliseum, Purdue & Indiana Tech Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy retreat, centrally located in Fort Wayne, IN
A cozy property right in the heart of Fort Wayne. A lovely neighborhood close to a wonderful rose themed garden park. We loved the modern kitchen with gas stove. Plenty of cozy blankets and extra fans. Spices, cooking oils, coffee, and tea were well stocked. Perfect as a retreat from either a busy family visit or vacation stay. Property was easy to access, easy to park, and we had groceries delivered at the start of our stay from the local Kroger. I highly recommend that, even if it costs a small fee. The convenience of not having to run out for a quick grocery run right after arriving was amazing. Skip laundry detergent, dish tabs, and even shampoo & conditioner or body wash, as all of that was thoughtfully provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place
Nice house, gets a little warm upstairs in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Clean
We really enjoyed our time in Fort Wayne and Carol's home was extremely cozy, clean and accomodating. Carol is such a sweetheart and responsive. We'll definitely book with her again when we return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry G.

Liked: Cleanliness
CTSFW Call service
House was as advertised. Great location to our events at the Seminary. Comfy beds, soft bed or hard bed to choose from. Everyone enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., Frankfort, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Clean Comfy home
all things worked; and were easy to adjust, beds were comfy. Nice carpet throughout, good showers except hot water ran out in 10 min cuz both of us were showering at same time in different showers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy & Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean home nice location
Clean home nicely located in town. Short drive to local stores and attractions. Bedrooms all upstairs share one bathroom but another bathroom is available on the first floor. Nice neighborhood. Felt very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful House
The house was just as nice (if not nicer) than the pictures look. We felt right at home as soon as we got there. Everything was labeled so it was easy to find things and Carol was fantastic to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay F., Osceola

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
This house was just what we needed for our visit with our elderly aunt in Fort Wayne. Lots of room, so clean and well stocked. The private, off street, parking was wonderful and the deck in the back on a beautiful fall day was terrific!! Our aunt loves to play games and the large table in the dining room was perfect. Thanks to our host for great communication and availability during our stay. Oh....and the beds were oh so comfortable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great VRBO
We were in town for a surprise party and stated 2 night's...beds were super comfy, place was ckean and very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

LLOYD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This home suited our stay in Fort Wayne to visit family since we live out of town. Tincaps baseball game with fireworks afterwards was enjoyed by all ages. We used the bikes provided, as well as the corn hole game and grill. Two full bathrooms was a big plus for 6 adults. The home was clean and tastefully decorated. We would stay here again. The owner kept in touch to make sure we had everything we needed. Thanks, Carol!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation Weekend
This was a perfect place to host our immediate family and celebrate our son's college graduation with an outdoor picnic. We had everything we needed and everyone was able to stay in one place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P., Brookfield WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Family Gathering
Nice house which was as described in the listing. Had a wonderful family gathering on the deck, enjoying the beautiful weather. Good communication and check in process made the whole weekend easy to coordinate.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication
We had a last minute need for a place to stay, and Carol was super responsive and helpful in getting everything ready for us. It was a nice comfortable place with clear instructions on light switches and electronics to help understand how to work things. Would highly recommend, especially for families with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
Lovely house, convenient location, on and off street parking-had everything we were looking for. We will be back when visiting family in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alena P.

Liked: Cleanliness
thank you so much!!
such a cozy homey vibe! so cute and perfect location, it had everything:) thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great charm and comfort!
Mix of old home charm with all of today’s conveniences. All of the beds were very comfortable. One of the few place in Fort Wayne with a king bed. Off street parking a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna D., Fort Wayne, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Beautiful home and great location! Pleasantly surprised with spices provided. Everything my family and I needed to enjoy time together.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee O., Ames, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything I Was Hoping For!
This home is lovey and exactly what I was hoping to find. Decorated beautifully, it was warm and cozy and felt like home. The owner was accommodating and friendly and I appreciated her thoughtfulness. Our stay was a 10 and I am confident all future occupants will be as happy with the time spent in this home as we all were!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and great host!!
Perfect house for our family! We were visiting our son who goes to Indiana tech - house was great, location was great, no complaints!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022