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Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Tell City

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A wooden interior with a dartboard, a welcome sign, and a table with chairs.
A rustic interior with a wooden bench, two white cushioned sofas, a green and red stool, and a fan.
A garage with a dining area, a phone, and a sign for gas and oil.
A room with a wooden bookshelf filled with books, a framed sign above it, and a closed white door.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tell City, IN
  • Place, Birdseye
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Young's Creek
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tell City

City center stay.At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Birdseye and Young's Creek. Ohio River Valley and Ohio River are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Birdseye - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Young's Creek - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Holiday World and Splashin' Safari - 27 min drive - 22.3 miles
  • Owensboro Convention Center - 44 min drive - 36.8 miles

Getting around

  • Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Julie's Tell Street Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pour Haus Pub & Eatery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry

Welcome to your home away from home in the heart of Tell City, Indiana! This charming historic home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and small-town charm for your stay along the Ohio River.

Beautifully decorated with locally made furniture and unique memorabilia throughout, this spacious three-bedroom retreat gives guests an authentic Tell City experience. The home comfortably sleeps guests with two king bedrooms, one with a twin bed and one queen bedroom, plus an additional sofa bed in the cozy living room for extra sleeping space.

With two full bathrooms, everyone will have plenty of room to relax and get ready for a day of exploring. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, family vacation, hunting trip, or one of Tell City’s popular festivals, this home is designed for comfort and convenience.

Located just minutes from downtown Tell City and City Hall Park, you’ll be close to local shops, restaurants, riverfront views, and community events throughout the year. Enjoy easy access to some of the area’s favorite attractions and festivals including:

• Schweizer Fest – Tell City’s famous summer celebration featuring live music, food, parades, beer gardens, and carnival rides
• Christmas on Main Street festivities and holiday events
• Ohio River scenic views and walking areas
• Hoosier National Forest outdoor recreation and hiking
• Holiday World & Splashing Safari & Boyhood National Memorial nearby in Spencer County
• Fishing, boating, and kayaking opportunities along the Ohio River & Several Area Lakes
• Local wineries, breweries, and antique shopping throughout Perry County

After a fun day exploring, relax outside in the unique carriage house hangout space featuring a mini fridge, bar area, and games — the perfect spot to unwind with family and friends.

Whether you’re in town for a festival weekend, family gathering, or simply a relaxing escape, we look forward to welcoming you to beautiful Tell City!

** Security Camera Disclosure:
The property is equipped with 1 exterior Ring Floodlight Camera located at the side of the home facing the carriage house. This device records video and monitors exterior areas of the property for security and safety purposes. There are no indoor cameras or recording devices inside the home or in private guest areas. **

** I am not responsible for the following information made by VRBO Artificial Intelligence such as "What's Nearby". The correct distance is Birdseye: 41 min drive, Young's Creek: 56 min drive and Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area: 27 min drive **

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry to the airport?

This vacation home is 37.7 mi (49-min drive) away from the Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry to downtown Tell City?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Tell City.

Historic Home - 18 mi. to Holiday World, Near Ohio River & Hoosier Forestry Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful place to stay! The hosts were communicative and kind. The space is wonderful. Spacious and relaxing. We took advantage of the local recommendations for food and it did not disappoint. Highly recommend, especially if you are traveling to Holiday World.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is perfect! The hosts were very responsive and easy to work with. Every room is filled with Tell City memorobelia. Location is close to great shops and restaurants. We could tell a lot of thought was put into making sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is great. It is a love letter to Tell City, and the furniture that was made there.the furnishings and decorations feel like a Tell City museum. The house is in a great location. I highly recommend this property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026