House in Indianapolis, IN
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About this house rental
THE SPACE
Welcome to Ink & Ember. You'll have full private access to the entire home, yard, and keyless entry—no keys to pick up or return. This is a home designed for gathering, not partying. It's the perfect backdrop for intimate friend trips, multi-generational family reunions, birthdays, girls' weekends, game days, and other meaningful celebrations where you want to focus on connection.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Three thoughtfully appointed bedrooms sleep up to 12 guests across 6 beds total, with 2 full bathrooms to serve the group.
Primary Suite (Main Level)
Your private escape features a king bed, attached ensuite with a garden soaking tub, rain shower, and 65"+ smart TV. Dresser, full-length mirror, wardrobe, nightstands, and an accent chair complete this calm retreat. Sonos speaker included.
Bedroom 2 (Second Floor)
Two queen beds make this ideal for families or pairs within your group. Smart TV, hanging chair, dresser, nightstand, and Sonos speaker create a comfortable shared space.
Bedroom 3 (Second Floor)
Maximum flexibility with a king bed, full daybed, smart TV, dresser, wardrobe, nightstands, and Sonos speaker. Great for groups who want to maximize sleeping options.
Loft Lounge (Upstairs)
This multipurpose space doubles as additional sleeping area with a queen sleeper sofa, wet bar, mini fridge, sink, Nespresso machine, and record player connected to Sonos. Skee-ball and board games turn this into a hangout destination. Note: The loft receives natural daylight from nearby windows. Blackout curtains are installed, but guests sensitive to morning light may prefer one of the private bedrooms.
Every bedroom includes blackout curtains, ceiling fan, portable fan, extra blankets, and Sonos speaker access.
KITCHEN & DINING
Cook like you mean it. This fully stocked chef's kitchen has everything you need for holiday dinners, weeknight dinners, or casual breakfasts: gas range, high-quality cookware, cooking oils and spices, rice cooker, crockpot, blender, baking essentials, plenty of serving dishes, dishwasher, and large dining area.
For coffee lovers, we've curated a complete coffee bar featuring:
- Breville espresso machine
- Nespresso (in upstairs loft)
- Ninja drip coffee maker
- Pour-over setup with gooseneck kettle
- French press
- Keurig
- Premium coffee accessories
There's a dedicated workspace with monitor, keyboard, mouse, and comfortable desk setup if anyone needs to catch up on work.
LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT
The main living room centers around a 75" OLED smart TV with immersive surround sound and an oversized genuine leather sectional—perfect for settling in together. Books featuring Indiana authors are thoughtfully placed throughout the home. A whole-home Sonos audio system lets your music follow you everywhere.
For entertainment, enjoy:
- Vinyl record player connected to Sonos
- Skee-ball and darts
- Large collection of board games, puzzles, playing cards, and poker set
- Polaroid camera for capturing memories
OUTDOOR SPACES
Three distinct outdoor living areas give your group multiple places to gather, each with its own vibe.
Front Porch
Hang out in two hanging egg chairs—perfect for morning coffee or evening wind-down.
Private Rooftop Deck
One of the home's most unique features: comfortable lounge seating, large patio umbrella, string lighting, and outdoor heater. Complete privacy with zero visibility from the street makes this ideal for sunrise coffee, sunset cocktails, or late-night conversations.
Backyard Oasis
Your private fenced yard is set up for serious gathering: hot tub (seats 7), fire pit with firewood included, pizza oven, 36" Blackstone griddle, outdoor dining table, lounge seating, yard games, string lights, and decorative solar lights. The fully fenced yard is great for children and dogs.
Dog-Friendly
We know pets are family. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to enjoy the fully fenced backyard. We provide dog bowls, treats, leash, waste bags, and a dog bed.
PARKING
Free private off-street parking for up to two vehicles behind the home (accessed via alley) plus plenty of street parking out front. Pull up, park, and settle in right away.
LOCATION & NEIGHBORHOOD
You're perfectly positioned to experience Indianapolis at its best.
Walking Distance (5 minutes to Fountain Square)
- Restaurants and breweries
- Coffee shops and boutiques
- Live music venues
- Duckpin bowling
Short Drive Away
- Lucas Oil Stadium
- Indiana Convention Center
- Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- Indianapolis Zoo
- White River State Park
- Mass Ave
- Monument Circle
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway
- Indianapolis International Airport
Whether you're here for a Colts game, Gen Con, a concert, racing at IMS, a convention, or simply a weekend away, you're centrally located with easy access to downtown and everything the city offers.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
This home was designed to be much more than a place to sleep—it's a place to gather. Cook meals together in a chef's kitchen. Soak in the hot tub. Play games, listen to vinyl, and enjoy uninterrupted time with the people who matter most. Every amenity, every piece of furniture, every detail has been chosen to support meaningful connection and unforgettable moments.
A Superhost property with consistently excellent reviews (4.9/5 average rating), Ink & Ember has earned a reputation as one of the best gathering spaces in Indianapolis.
GOOD TO KNOW
We designed this home for gatherings where you want to connect over great meals, conversations, and shared experiences. To keep the experience wonderful for all guests and respect our neighbors:
- Maximum 12 registered guests at any time. No additional visitors or events.
- Quiet hours 10 PM to 7 AM. Conversations indoors, outdoor noise kept minimal during these hours.
- Not a party house. Excessive noise, unauthorized gatherings, or behavior that disturbs neighbors is not permitted. Verified noise complaints or evidence of unauthorized parties will result in immediate reservation termination without refund.
This home is ideal if you're looking to celebrate, reconnect, cook, relax, and make memories in an intentionally designed, well-maintained space.
Full access details: You have complete access to the entire home and fully fenced backyard with easy keyless entry.
