Summary:
Escape to this charming 1BR/1BA retreat at Pole Barn, where rustic character blends with cozy, modern amenities. Nestled in a peaceful setting, it’s ideal for a relaxing getaway, creative retreat, or quiet work-from-home escape. The space features a comfortable bedroom, spotless bathroom, convenient kitchenette, and tranquil views of nature. Just minutes from Hanover College and historic downtown Madison, IN — perfect for exploring local shops, dining, and scenic riverfront walks!
The Space:
NOTE: After booking confirmation, you will receive a short pre-arrival form from property management to be completed prior to arrival.
ACCESS TYPE:
▻ Guests have access to the entire pole barn.
Main floor:
▻ Living room- featuring a comfortable queen-pullout sofa and an available smart TV for your entertainment
▻ Kitchen and dining area- equipped with a dishwasher, stove, oven, blender, microwave, fridge, basic cookware and silverware
▻ Bathroom- toilet and shower
▻ Bedroom- with a comfortable queen-sized bed
▻ Available washer and dryer
HIGHLIGHTS:
▻ Self check-in with keyless entry
▻ Available washer and dryer
▻ Wireless internet
▻ Available firepit
▻ Board games for indoor fun
▻ Large parking area
▻ Electric Grill
ACCESSIBILITY:
▻ One-floor home
Guest Access:
PARKING:
▻ Large parking space that can accommodate up to 4 cars
ENTERING THE HOME:
▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per Guest.
The Neighborhood:
Nearby Attractions & Landmarks (by car)
▻ Chain Mill Falls – located on the property with direct trail access
▻ Hanover College / Main Street Hanover – ~5 min
▻ Historic Downtown Madison – ~10 min
▻ Clifty Falls State Park – ~15 min
▻ Lanier Mansion State Historic Site – ~12 min
▻ Madison Railroad Station Museum – ~12 min
Coffee & Breakfast Spots
▻ HoneyBean Coffee Co – ~1 min
▻ Higher Grounds Coffee, Tea & Smoothies – ~7 min
▻ Hos Coffee – ~6 min
▻ The Red Roaster Coffee & Eatery – ~6 min
▻ Scooter’s Coffee – ~5 min
Lunch & Dinner Favorites
▻ Analog Coffee & Records – ~6 min
▻ Red On Main – ~6 min
▻ Brittany’s Brick Oven Pizza – ~6 min
▻ Shipley’s Tavern – ~6 min
▻ Madison Lighthouse – ~10 min
▻ River Oak Chophouse – ~10 min
Outdoor & Nature Spots
▻ Chain Mill Falls – on-site
▻ Clifty Falls State Park – ~15 min
▻ Ohio River Scenic Byway – ~10 min
▻ Heritage Trail in Madison – ~12 min
Getting Around:
GETTING AROUND:
▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.
EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:
▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.
Other Things to Note:
We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.
HOUSE RULES:
▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.
▻ Strictly NO PARTIES.
▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM
▻ Strictly NO SMOKING
▻ Kindly keep noise and activity neighbor-friendly.
▻ NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.
▻ Visitors and unauthorized guests are not allowed
By booking this property, you agree to follow all rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.
POLICIES:
▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).
▻ Luggage Drop – We’re happy to allow luggage drop with prior host approval.
▻ Late Check-Out – Let us know by the day before. To guarantee a late check-out, the following night would need to be booked. Please note, unapproved late check-outs may incur a $50/hour fee, and check-outs at 12 PM or later will be considered an extra night’s stay.
▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.
▻ No Pets Policy - NO pets allowed. Undisclosed pets will result in a $200 penalty fee to cover professional cleaning.
▻ Third-Party Bookings - We cannot accept bookings made on behalf of someone else.
▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)
▻ Cancellation - We provide a free cancellation if you cancel more than 30 days in advanced or within 24 hours of confirmation (as long as the check in date is more than 2 weeks out). If the cancellation is not during these windows, we will provide you a refund of any amount recouped from another booking during the same reservation dates, but this can only occur if you cancel the reservation to allow us to host other guests.
▻ There is an exterior camera installed near the front door overlooking the entrance, it is on and recording 24/7.
