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Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills
Front walkway from driveway
Ramp for wheelchair
Level entrance to house.  Inside is all one level
View from front door

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Vevay, IN
  • Place, Belterra Casino
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic District
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Clifty Falls State Park
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Common living area or sunroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills

This home has over 1900 square feet living area with attached sunroom and a 50 foot deck with outdoor grill and cooker. Outdoor fire pit with plenty of firewood. The home has a shared bathroom with shower and a master bathroom with soaker tub and shower. There are four private bedrooms and the fifth bedroom with twin beds has a curtain providing privacy from the dining room and living room. You’ll love the property because of the location and the views. The house has 3 tv's with cable (Direct TV). There is a 52 inch flat screen in the common living room, a tv in the master bedroom and a 3rd one in another bedroom The property is good for couples, solo adventurers, families (with kids), and big groups. It Is 30 minutes to Madison, In-15 minutes to Vevay, In, 20 minutes to Belterra Casino, 30 minutes to the Kentucky Speedway, 11/2 hour to Louisville, 1 hr 20 minutes to Cincinnati and less than 1 hr to the Creation Museum.
Limited fishing is permitted upon request.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The lake is very deep. Supervise children.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pls keep pets out of bedrooms and off furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No food or beverages are permitted in the bedrooms. An additional cleaning fee will be assessed if traces of food or beverages are discovered.
Please keep pets off the furniture and out of bedrooms

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vevay

Located in Vevay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ohio River Valley and Ohio River, while Hoosier Theater and Switzerland County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vevay, IN

What's nearby

  • Belterra Casino - 38 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Historic District - 46 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Clifty Falls State Park - 49 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Kentucky Speedway - 50 min drive - 47.4 km
  • General Butler State Resort Park - 59 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old School Cafe' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Smith's Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Country Home in Historic Hoosier Hills located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Ohio River Valley, Ohio River and Hoosier Theater. Switzerland County Historical Museum and Switzerland County Public Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this house and the location! It was peaceful and the house was the perfect size for all of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rodney h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
had a great time, very quiet, very relaxing second time we have stayed there this year. WE WILL BE BACK. great host
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa G.

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

Family Fun

Great property, very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

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

Cousin trip

The house was perfect for our group It had everything as listed in VRBO and more We enjoyed the fire pit the first night there Excellent hosts Would definitely stay there again Thanks Mark and Janet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Beautiful Location, Wonderful Host

This quiet, beautiful location was the perfect place for our family holiday get together. It was peaceful and had everything we needed during our stay. Mark was excellent at communicating and immediately took care of any needs we had. We highly recommend him as a host and a stay at his home.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J., indianapolis

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

Wonderful spacious & private

Great accommodations & space for our entire family. we were able to spend time together as a family without being on top of each other. Furniture & appliances were great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

jimmy i.

The place to stay

If you want to get away and enjoy some peace and quiet this is the place. The owners were very responsive. The house was very clean and comfortable. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

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

Review

Thanks for the opportunity to stay in this wonderful home. Our family enjoyed the arra and the home. Have already recommended this to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

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

Family Birthday Reunion

It was a great place to be together as a family. It is a distance to even get to a grocery but we came prepared and enjoyed the quiet , the lawn, and the fishing pond. The house was very well stocked so we didn’t have to worry about trips to pick up things.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne N.

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

Family Getaway

Absolutely Incredible Host! The most well stocked VRBO I have stayed at. We really had a great time. Thank you for everything. Especially with this crazy time. You all were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

steven r.

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

Senior family reunion

Loved the secluded & quite location. Enjoyed the fishing & the fire pit. Perfect for our family as we just wanted to have family meals together & visit as we had family members from ny,ken,fl & Ind. probably last time together as we are senior seniors. Kitchen & laundry stocked for our convenience. Wonderful!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

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

Beautiful and secluded

The property is beautiful and has great outdoor spaces including the back porch, fishing dock and fire pit. The house has plenty of room for dining and lounging incase the weather is too bad to enjoy the outside. We especially enjoyed the sunroom off of the master suite. The owners are very nice and respond quickly if needed. The property is located about 30 minutes from Madison and 15 minutes from Vevay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean M., Concord

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

Nothing but peace and quiet!!

This property was exactly what this mom of overtime needed. It was a great mutually meeting for grandma to met us and for us to gallivant every where. The peace and quiet of nature was perfect. No street noise and hardly any neighbors except cows! Will want to come back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Quiet,Peaceful,Relaxing Countryhome

If there was a rating higher than 5 , I would gladly rate higher. The home owners are very accommodating. And are at your beckon call if needed . Our family gathering didn’t have any issues with our stay . We plan on staying again . Hess Family
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

betty o.

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

Beautiful Getaway

This place was so roomy, but still felt cozy and comfortable. The house was true to its pictures, with well kept furnishings and very clean. We especially appreciated the kitchen. We like to cook and the appliances and cookware were top-notch. We visited mid-June and saw an abundance of wildlife. Deer, many varieties of birds; including an assortment of woodpeckers and wild turkeys from the deck. Many kinds of beautiful dragonflies and a multitude of dime sized baby frogs and toads in the grass. We were comfortable while still being able to enjoy so much nature and tranquility. Thank You.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Leslie R.

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

July 4th Family Trip 2023

This was a nice get away with our kids and some of their friends. The house was the perfect size for our 8 people and 2 dogs. Everthing was clean, the kitchen was well stocked and the ac worked great.We enjoyed walks down the country road and putting puzzles together. Absolutely loved the sunroom! The few downsides were the ramp to the pond was a bit precarious because the water was low and you could sometimes hear the neighbor's music. Other than that is was great! Mark was very quick to answer any questions I had. I would highly recommend this property and we would defini2tely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

diana f.

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

Nice Surprise

If you want a place to kick back and relax with friends or family and enjoy each other‘s company and mother nature, this is the place. Spent a few days with three of my lifelong friends that we have been doing for several years, and I think we found the place that we will be going back to for the years to come. It was a unexpected surprise to see ceiling fans in all the bedrooms and some of the common areas and a huge mechanical awning for the back deck. With 90° days during our stay, it was a lifesaver, . Mark was very responsive and accommodating before and during our stay with any questions that we had about the property and very nice to work with. For us, this place checked all the boxes that we have been looking for in a property to get together and catch up. We will definitely be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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

Labor Day Weekend 2023

You will not be dissapointed! The property and owners Mark and Janet were great! We arrived a little ahead of schedule and were allowed an early check in. Mark's brother was there doing some yard work and we chatted with him for a while and learned a little more about the area. The house was perfect for our group of 9 motorcycle riders. The drivieway and parking area was huge for us to park our trucks and trailers. The pond which does have fish for catch and release was beautiful to sit in the gazebo and enjoy. We enjoyed taking walks around the property, there is a nice firepit area which we didnt use since it was so hot out. The deck is huge with a couple of nice grills for cooking. The house has everything you need for the comforts of home.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dolores L., Wakarusa, IN

We had a great time and enjoyed our stay at the house! Beautiful setting! We will be coming back!

Thank you Mark for a wonderful place to spend our annual sister-in-law weekend! We had a great time! We spent some time in Madison sightseeing and shopping, and enjoyed coming back this this quiet setting and relaxing. It was a chilly weekend so we didn't spend any time outside, but would have loved to! It is a beautiful setting among the trees and would have loved to sit by the pond. The house had plenty of room for us and was very comfortable. Everything we needed was available! We will be coming back and bring our husbands for a long weekend in warmer weather so we can enjoy the outside area! Thanks again for offering this beautiful setting away from all the noise to give us a place to relax and reconnect with each other. It is truly a "secluded county home" and the "historic Hoosier Hills" are beautiful. Don't miss out this place to stay and all the history that goes along with the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Get off the grid...in a good way!

Cozy home in the country with a pond for swimming/fishing and a fire pit for hot dogs and s'mores. Our family was looking for a few days away and this house was exactly what we needed. Sitting on the back porch each morning was relaxing and you never knew what wildlife you would see. The pond was refreshing and deep, so make sure you have some kind of flotation so you can rest without needing to climb out. The kitchen had everything we needed, the bathrooms had shampoo, body wash and lots of fluffy towels, and the laundry room had plenty of detergent. The house does have WiFi in case you can't completely unplug and satellite TV for relaxing in the evenings. There are restaurants and grocery stores 15-20 min away if you need to restock. The property is private, but there are other homes nearby. Mark was wonderful to work with and very responsive to all of my questions. Thank you for a wonderful way to recharge!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn Z.

Peaceful privacy in a beautiful setting

This rental property was more than adequate for our family's needs. It is as attractive as pictured, and in actuality, more spacious than expected. We particularly appreciated the setup of the master bedroom and large bath being on the opposite end of the house from the other 3 bedrooms where our kids slept. The kitchen was roomy enough to have multiple people helping with meals. If the weather would have been warmer, I would've enjoyed early morning privacy sipping coffee on the back deck overlooking the woods. We didn't take time to sit out by the pond, but it was a beautiful setting. The house was spotless and well-organized; no complaints there. We appreciated the chance to spend uninterrupted time with our family, celebrating a birthday, and being totally relaxed watching movies on the new large screen tv. Mark was very attentive to our needs when we had some difficulty with the dvd player, and took care of things. We had a very positive experience at this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carolynn P., Chicago

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

A Peaceful Country Getaway

This year I wanted to get away and unwind with my pets for my birthday. It ended up being a time of travel after just losing a close loved one as well. Getting out to the country was so good for the soul. My fur babes were able to stretch their legs. We thoroughly enjoyed the land, from the peaceful back deck to the spacious yard, and of course the pond. Mark was easy to communicate with and quick to respond. The pictures are accurate. It really is out in the country as said, so be prepared to drive a little for groceries, etc. The garage is used by others (hunters’ equipment). Hearing about hunting was something my veg self had to get used to out there. ;) If you are looking to get away to relax, unwind, and leave the daily hustle and bustle of the city behind you, I would highly suggest renting this property. I don’t know the last time I enjoyed reading a book so much, be it out on the small deck by the pond or in the large master bath soaking tub. Do your peace of mind a favor and head to Vevay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, friendly host, saw deers amd a turkey. House is clean, all o e level, plenty of space and seating. Has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay. Very quiet and relaxing. Even used the firepit for s'more. Thank you for the perfect place for my 5 aunts, mom,dad and an uncle to make new memories and share old ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

rodney h.

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

brothers sister get away

great getaway place. if your looking for piece any quiet this is your place. everything you need is in the house.we are looking forward to are return trip in august. great host. thanks for having a great getaway
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mark Holzer

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Janet and I are both retired living full time in Kernersville, NC. We both grew up and raised our family in Indiana. Janet is from Corydon, Indiana and graduated from Evansville University. I grew up in Versailles, Indiana and graduated from Purdue University. In 1996 my company transferred me to North Carolina. We love living in North Carolina but still have family in Indiana. I love hunting and fishing and am an avid runner. I run the Indy Mini every year. My brother owns 180 acres attached to our property. He has a nice cabin on the far side of our property about a mile away.
This is also his 'get away' property. His permanent home is in Versailles and I have a sister that lives about 10 minutes away in Cross Plains.
We were fortunate to find such a beautiful property in an ideal location to relax and enjoy outdoors. My wife loves to read a good book and finds the property perfect for tranquility.
We have two grown daughters married with two children each. They also love to visit the home. It is great for the grandkids as they love to roam the outdoors and fish. The photo is one with my oldest daughter, son-in-law with friends. We comfortably stayed at the home sleeping 6 adults and 6 children.
We visit the home about 3 months through out year.

Why they chose this property

This property is most valuable to us because of its setting. It is surrounded by woods and sits a good distance from the road. The road deadends less than a mile past our house and traffic is very limited with just a few homes past our property. It is very private and quiet. It is not uncommon to see wild turkey or deer crossing the yard not to mention the squirrels and rabbits. The house is fully furnished with linens for bath and beds and the kitchen is furnished with everything you should need. The outdoor fire pit is popular to fire up late in the evening and perhaps make s'mores for everyone. The 50 foot deck in the back provides a scenic view of the lake and forest. Includes a gas grill and gas cooker. A lighted dock next to the lake is also enjoyable in the late evening to enjoy a nice beverage and conversation with family and friends.
It is in the country and very secluded but near enough small towns and villages for getting essential groceries. It is near historic towns to visit. Vevay and Madison.
In the winter months a wood pellet stove provides plenty of heat for the home and displays a beautiful flame.
Free wifi and cable tv is provided.

What makes this property unique

Although it sits in a very country setting it is not far from Louisville, Lexington, Ky, Cincinnati Oh, Madison, Vevay, Lawerenceburg, Aurora, and Versailles, Indiana.
The Kentucky Speedway, Belterra Casino and Resort and Vevay are less than 30 minutes drive. Nascar has a cup race every July. There are nice shows at Belerra Resort along with golf courses. Vevay and Madison have nice historical museums and wineries to visit. Vevay has a wine festival every August. The Creation Museum and Ark Museum are less than a one hour.

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