Welcome to your own private cottage. A furnished small house with all the amenities you can expect for a nice stay alone or with friends and family. Home has a large backyard for recreation or relaxation. Yes, you are welcome to bring your furry family (pets) along. Enjoy both culture & nature. You're a mere 5 minutes from the Fountain square cultural district, with its independent eateries, 12mins from downtown, 18mins from airport & right on the interstates for fast travel.
Property manager
Uche
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
About the area
Indianapolis
Located in Indianapolis, this holiday home is in the city centre. Old National Centre is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Indianapolis Zoo and Children's Museum of Indianapolis. Check out an event or a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and consider making time for Indiana State Fairgrounds, a top attraction not to be missed.
Indianapolis, IN
What's nearby
University of Indianapolis - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Gainbridge Fieldhouse - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
Lucas Oil Stadium - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
Indiana Convention Center - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
Indianapolis Zoo - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
Indianapolis Station - 9 min drive
Canal Station - 9 min drive
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Shelby Street Saloon - 14 min walk
Wendy's - 2 min drive
Denny's - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Onyx Cottage. Very cozy and private located?
Located in the heart of Indianapolis, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Key Stadium, Garfield Park and University of Indianapolis. Garfield Park Conservatory and Fountain Square Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our very first Vrbo stay. It was very pleasant. Please was clean and very well maintained. We would definitely consider renting this again along with recommending to others. We celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary this trip so it was even more special to us. Thanks again.
Good location + communication. House is adequate. The place smelled heavily of cigarette smoke which was not their fault but wasn’t ideal for us. The pillows were terrible. The fan in the bathroom was clearly broken as it made a horrible, loud chirping sound. Host was kind and communicative.
Michelle C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
10 Sept 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Great for what we needed
It is in kind of a "sketchy" neighborhood. Which is to be expected since it's close to the venue. Being honest-We stayed because of the price tag. If you have issues with aesthetics and molding/flooring not lining or painting not being perfect-then this place isn't for you! The deck would be considered "unsafe" in my book. This didn't bother us but may bother others. The only thing that sort of bothered me were that there were a few mouse terds noticed on and near the stove.
I had a great stay in Indianapolis. My Host was fantastic! He responded quickly to any questlons or needs I might have. It was a nice quiet location with hardly any traffic. It worked out perfect for me!
The grass wasn’t cut and the outside of the house and porch needs updating. However, I found the inside of the house very clean and nicely decorated. The host was very nice and quick to respond if I had any questions. I would stay here again.
My partner and I only get to see each other a couple of days every month or so and we found this property available and conveniently located between us two. It only took each of us a few hours to get there so we had more time to spend together rather than driving to meet. The property provided every thing we needed for a cozy weekend catching up (all i had to stop and get before getting there was enough food for a couple of days). The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookery, etc. The large tv in the living room provided cable and other channels for viewing. We were even able to sign in using our Amazon prime account and rented a movie to watch. The memory foam queen bed in the bedroom was extremely comfortable. The property owners were quick to respond to any emails and were very courteous. I would definitely recommend this place and would gladly stay again if they will have us 😁
My husband and I came in town for a football game. We were so close to downtown, the commute was less than 20 minute. The property itself was very clean and private. We had the best time and the most relaxing vacation. Would definitely stay here again.
May B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Sharon
7 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy to get to and from our activities. The neighborhood was a little sketchy. Could use a few more kitchen utensils. We stayed 3 nights so needed to wash towels in washer/dryer provided at house. All okay!
Sharon
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Jeremy H.
27 Aug 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication
Quick to downtown, responsive host, a few issues.
The property was very easy to get to, was close to stores/food, and was easy and quick to get to the downtown area where our destination was. The host was also very quick to respond when we had not received the door code or needed a wifi password. Unfortunately, many of the issues we had with the property were things that were not really in control of the host. The road the property is on doesn't seem busy at first, however, it was very highly trafficked and the home easily let in noise, especially at night. The neighbors also had get togethers both nights we stayed and did a lot of yelling and playing music early into the AM hours. Also, whoever was hired to take care of the lawn came early in the morning and mowed while we were sleeping. Not a huge deal, but when on vacation, I don't really want to be woke up at 7AM to a lawnmower. There were a few things with the home itself. As you walk in the door, there is a giant step up that is very easy to trip on and slam the door into. Much of the finish work inside looks to be hastily and improperly done. Not a huge deal other than the transition strip to the bathroom was only held in by one tack that was sticking up and cut my wife's foot. There was also a pretty overwhelming amount of air freshener when first arriving that seemed to possibly be covering animal smell. There were also no doors inside the home other than the bathroom, again not a big deal, just not used to sleeping with the bedroom open to the entire home. Overall it was okay, but I don't think I'd stay again if I were in the area.
Cozy but great for a 1 night stay. Comfy bed and plush towels! Will stay again if we need to be close to downtown/Fountain Square. Owner is quick to respond.
My stay at this cottage was wonderful and relaxing. Everything was spotless and the property manager was very professional and friendly. It has all of the amenities you might need, as well as a massive TV in the living room. I highly recommend staying here if you're looking for a place that's clean, private, and cozy.
Elisabeth N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth M.
4 May 2019
Great Little Cottage
What a great place to stay if you are taking a trip to Indy. I would highly recommend it if you enjoy a cozy little place with a huge TV, Great Viewing options and a very low cost Uber ride away from downtown.