3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Smart TV
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Brownsburg, IN
  • IU Health West Hospital
    12 min drive
  • Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
    14 min drive
  • Eagle Creek Park
    15 min drive
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
    26 min drive

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About the area

Brownsburg

At this farm stay, you'll be 17.8 km (11 mi) from Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Highlights at this farm house include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly farm house offers a water park and barbecues. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Brownsburg farm house include Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park and Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.

What's nearby

  • Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park - 14 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Eagle Creek Park - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Capitol Sports Center - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Indianapolis Motor Speedway - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Lucas Oil Stadium - 28 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Station - 32 min drive
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

About this property

3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam

This beautiful 4 bedroom 4.5 bath home is situated on our family-owned WORKING 78-acre horse farm which specializes in trail rides. This is a working farm and you will see farm equipment both sitting around and in use. Please be careful and supervise your children. The farm's equipment are not toys.

You will love all of the room inside and outside. Visit our Petting zoo, book a horseback ride or pony rides for the younger kids, visit with Hank our Free Range Pig, or feed the chickens as the come by in the morning. Plenty of fish in the lake, bring your bait and tackle. Swimming and boating from the dock, beach or boats.

We are convenient to Indianapolis, Indianapolis International Airport, Childrens Musuem and other area attractions. Indianapolis is known for motor sports — Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Lucas Oil Raceway are easy to get to, yet far enough away to relax and enjoy yourself. You can also find out what is happening in our area during your stay by checking out the websites for Hendricks County Visitors Bureau or Visit Indy.

Although their are plenty of dining out options within 25 minutes of the home, the kitchen is fully stocked with all the cookware and utensils for you to use to make meals at home. There is a gas grille on our spacious, private back porch for the grill masters in your group to use.

Spend your day and evening sitting on our wrap-around porch watching our horses and goats at the Ranch, you'll probably see our free range chickens, ducks and pot belly pigs roaming around the property. Your evenings could be complete with a bon fire either by the house or by the lake.

Feel like fishing? Grab your pole and take a short walk to our 3-acre stocked lake for some bluegill, crappie or bass. This is a lake that you will share with guests from The Cabin at Natural Valley Ranch and our family. We currently have a canoe, and a paddle boat for your use at no extra charge. The home does not overlook our lake, but is on our property. Please be sure to check google maps if you are unsure of the walk. It is about 3 minutes and includes a small sand beach for swimming. Life jackets are not provided

Other options for fun while you are stay at The Cottage are playing basketball by the house or volleyball by the lake. Trail rides are what we specialize in so don't miss out on making more memories by riding one of our horses with a guide on our trails that meander through 50 acres of woods, fields and sometimes White Lick Creak. We offer 30 minute, 60 minute trail rides.

Having a family reunion or other event? Ask about renting our lake-side 'Outpost-Country Occasions' facility with more than 1,000 sq. ft. of meeting/event space with access for caterers should you so choose. There's even room for a tent.

Absolutely no Outside guests or events at the property without the permission of the owners. When you book we ask that you give us the number of guests staying with us. That number is what we allow. Unless we have discussed in advance we do not allow, parties with outside guests, weddings, birthday parties with outside guests, bbq or cookouts with outside guests. Thank you for your understanding.

We do have pets on the premises, cats, dogs, chickens, ducks, etc. All are friendly and none will be in the house.

Your stay includes the use of a two car garage with parking for another 10+ cars up to the largest vehicles, including a bus.

We are in Brownsburg about 12 miles west of Indianapolis. We have many dining and shopping options close by if you choose.

Family-friendly and family fun . . . you will discover the difference that family makes when you discover Natural Valley Ranch!


Property manager

Chuck Damler

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 10 spaces per unit)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: The is plenty for Children to do at Natural Valley

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
Note from host: Must be approved in advance by owners.
Safety features at this property include 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Must be approved in advance by owners. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Family Friendly Family Fun At Natural Valley Ranch

Frequently asked questions

Does 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam have a pool?

No, this farm stay doesn't have a pool.

Does 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam?

No, 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

3 acre Lake, Farm Animals Petting Zoo, Horses and Horseback Riding, Room to roam Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 225 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 225 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

becky R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Life Group Weekend
The house was absolutely perfect for our size group. We had 4 separate couples (8 adults), 4 two year olds, and 3 infants 3M-10M old. The house provided us with the perfect amount of space to have our own bedrooms, bathrooms, and play space for the kids. In the evenings, once the kids went to bed, the adults were able to go down to the basement and play games without being worried about waking the kids up. We had an amazing time being able to hang out with our friends for the weekend. The kitchen was well equipped with cooking utensils and the property was absolutely beautiful and perfect for all the kids to run around and get energy out. I caught 5 bluegill at the pond in a matter of 20-30min and the petting zoo was really fun for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for school groups
Lots of things to do and places to sleep. Our kids enjoy this house every year
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
We rented both homes for a wedding in the area. Bride's family in cottage Grooms in the cabin. It was wonderful! Huge thanks to Chuck and the gang at Nature Valley! The homes were clean, spacious and the grounds were wonderful! Made a special addition to the weekend of celebrating and family time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Todd D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Good location that worked well for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Wedding weekend for our son and daughter in law. Family stayed in the Cottage and Grooms party in the Cabin. We were able to have the rehearsal dinner in the Outpost too. Everyone loved the property and spent time in the pond and the pavilion. Marie was so helpful and responsive to any questions I had.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Reunion
The house and property was perfect for our three grown kids and spouses and 6 grandchildren. We enjoyed fishing in the pond, pony rides and lots of outdoor area for games and running around. The kitchen was well stocked, the air conditioning was great and the WiFi worked great. Communication with host was excellent. This was our second stay and we plan another trip here in 2026.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family gatherings
We enjoyed our stay! We especially appreciated the layout of the house. It suited our large group well. We would recommend and visit again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Family Getaway
Wonderful stay! Perfect activities for all ages. Our only issue was there was no wifi. We think the modem wasn’t working. Good thing was, we really didn’t need it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and great owners!
Chuck was very open in his communication about expectations he had for us and the property which made check out super easy. The property was beautiful and came with a lot of things to do that never required us to even leave the property. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Donna B.

Horse Farm/Ranch
It was ok. Nice house. Could have been a little cleaner. Horrible walk to the creek. Should make more accessible. Pond very algae, murky. Boats ok. Fishing ok. Petting zoo ok. Horseback ride good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Property. Poor Management
The property was a good fit for our needs. We had 6 adults for most of the week & hosted our son’s fiancé & 4 bridesmaids the night before the wedding. The kitchen was perfect for getting ready with the 2 tables & plenty of natural light. The bedrooms were decent sizes. The only issue we had was the pull out couch wasn’t suitable for guests. Bathrooms were tricky with only one shower on main floor. Upstairs has a Jack-n-Jill with 1 shower & 1 commode then 2 separate sink areas for each bedroom. All of the showers had great water pressure & plenty of hot water. The only drawback logistically for us was there were a lot of stairs going up to the property. Given we were there for our son’s wedding we had a lot more to carry in & out than a normal vacation. Overall the house fit our needs very well. There was a lack of communication & missed appointments from the owners. We had travelled 3 1/2 hrs to meet with the owner to view the Outpost to rent for the rehearsal dinner. We showed up & she was not there & no one had any idea we were coming. We were sent to view the space alone & it was not clean. We never received a call after & had to find a new location w/just a couple of weeks before wedding. We arrived at 7pm & the house was not ready. There were many minor maintenance/up keep/cleanliness issues all week. We didn’t bother trying to even get ahold of the owners bc of the inability to reach them prior & upon arrival. I would rent house again if owners resolved these issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A., Kalamazoo, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Country cottage with lake access
We had a fun time together as a family at this property. It was clean, comfortable and there was good communication with the owner . We enjoyed having access to the lake. Great memories were made here and our grandchildren liked the petting zoo too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway close to town!
This property is beautiful! I stayed here with my fiancé and bridal party (both bridesmaids and groomsmen) for a weekend so the bridal party could get to know each other. This was the perfect place to do so! We were able to play games outside, go to the lake, fish, go horseback riding, pet the animals at the petting zoo, and also easily go to both Brownsburg and Indianapolis to go out to eat, go bowling, etc. The owners were very responsive and answered all our questions. I highly recommend this property and hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Peaceful Family Getaway
Perfect location - not to far from Indianapolis, yet quiet and peaceful. Love the patio and the kids loved the animals. Having two tables in the kitchen area was so nice. There was seating for everyone in one space so you did not feel disconnected. Bedrooms are slightly set off from the gathering spaces which is really nice. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Getaway
We all had a wonderful time, and there was plenty of room!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, unique place!
What a delight this property is! The owners are super friendly, easy going and responded quickly to any questions. The home is charming and comfortable and that porch ❤️❤️❤️ We had a blast walking around the property, seeing the animals, kids enjoyed the paddle boat, canoe and even jumped off the dock to swim! My only regret is that we didn’t stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total Eclipse 2024
Awesome place to view the 2024 total solar eclipse. Let's do it again in 20 years!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Fun
The place is absolutely adorable and more than accommodating for a family getaway or friends that live in different parts of the country to get together & have a fun weekend. It’s not far from downtown and other areas around the Indianapolis area. The hosts are nice, accommodating people. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin S.

Family Trip
Bathrooms could use updating but overall nice set up and family had a good time
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
Clean & nicely decorated for Christmas 🎄 Tha nk you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place for Large Groups
This is the 3rd year that we have stayed here! Close to the convention center and all things Indy. We love being able to cook meals and play games together as a group. Plenty of space outside for the kids to run around.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Farmhouse
What a lovely comfortable home! We often have trouble finding places big enough, this home was perfect. Communication was easy and quick, the house was spotless, and the kitchen was amazing! Our only regret was that we did not have time to visit the petting zoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun
We had so much for our reunion at this location! The animals were a blast for the kids to see throughout our stay. The owners were available and friendly people. We will definitely keep this place in mind for our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Anthony S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Abundant Outdoor Space
The Cottage had plenty of indoor and outdoor space for our group of seven. Grandchildren and adults alike enjoyed the farm aspect of this property. We appreciated the TP, paper towels, fans in bedrooms, plenty of towels, and large refrigerator. The proximity to Brownsburg and the Indy area was ideal. I must also add that the weekend that we were there, we all felt that the house needed a deep-cleaning. I understand that the owners do some of this in the winter when they are not renting their place, but the guests at the end of the season should experience the same cleanliness as the guests at the beginning of the season.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashlyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Indy Family Vacation
Our trip to Brownsburg/Indy was amazing! The house was large enough to accommodate our whole family! The house was clean and had everything we needed! It was well stocked with kitchen items! The farm, trail ride, fishing at the pond, and huge yard to play was amazing and the owners were very polite and kind to us! The house is a short ways away from the amazing children’s museum, Indianapolis zoo, and lots of cooks parks and restaurants! We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend our stay here! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023