Charming 2-bedroom cottage with WiFi, AC in peaceful Middlebury

Middlebury, Indiana
$188 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

You are encouraged to get trip insurance. We follow our cancellation policy.

Welcome to the Red Thread Retreat! We are located in Amish Country in Middlebury, Indiana. We are about 5.5 miles from the Middlebury exit on the Indiana Toll Road (80/90) Come visit our rural Dawdy Haus (an Amish term for a home on your property where aging relatives live). We are surrounded on the North, East, and West by Amish neighbors and their livestock. It's a beautiful and serene place to be. We are close to the big flea market in Shipshewana (7 miles) and to Notre Dame (about 35 miles) and the Pumpkin Vine Bike Trail (1.5 miles) and about 6 miles from exit 107 on the Indiana toll road.
The space
From the parking area, there are 3 steps up to the porch and the home is all on one level. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, you have space to bring your family for a relaxing stay. We do not have central A/C but we do have window units.
Both bedrooms have a place to hang your clothes with hangers and some drawers for your clothes. We provide bed linens and towels for the bathrooms. If you or anyone in your party use products that will stain or bleach the pillowcases or linens you are encouraged to bring your own or you will be charged to replace things that your party stains/bleaches. We do not provide stained linens to our guests. The first bedroom has a Queen bed and a bathroom with a shower/tub. The second bedroom has 3 twin beds and an attached bathroom with a shower stall only for those needing a walk-in shower instead of stepping over a tub. The living room has a sleeper sofa with a full-size mattress with a mattress topper for added comfort. The haus has a full kitchen with stove, refrigerator, microwave, air fryer, blender, small food processor, coffee make and Keurig. The haus does NOT have a washer/dryer. This haus is above the detached garage that we do not park in when we have guests. The Owners do live next door on the property so we can quickly address any needs or concerns you may have.

This is a non-smoking home, and we do NOT allow pets. We live in a separate home on the property, and we have small dogs and an indoor/outdoor cat, that do not appreciate new friends. There is a $300 fee if you bring in a pet or claim it is a Service animal and it is not. Service animals may not be left in the home alone at any time. If you bring in a pet, you need to leave with no refund on the remainder of your stay.

We do have children and dogs who like to play outside and there may be some normal noise when quiet hours are not in effect.
Hair dye/color and self tanner are not allowed to be used in our home.

Illegal drugs (Marijuana is not legal in Indiana), and underage drinking are prohibited in our home/on the property.

We do not have central air-conditioning, but do have window units.

We do have well water and a septic tank. Because of the septic system, you may only drive/park on the driveway, not the grass.

This is a rural home, located around farms with animals. Bugs and other wildlife will be encountered here. We have a family of rabbits living nearby that often visit. You will also see horses, cows, and other livestock that may occasionally escape from their pastures and end up in our yard. With so many farms nearby, and horses on the road, you may smell manure from time to time. As with many rural areas, cell service is not guaranteed depending on your provider. Also the wi-fi goes out from time to time. If these things are deal breakers for you, this may not be the property for you.

We do not charge a cleaning fee unless you leave the dawdy house a mess. Please clean up after yourself, do you dishes, wipe up spills, throw away your trash, etc.

There is a limit of 6 people in/at the property, including day guests. Anyone going above that limit will be charged $100 per person over the limit, per day.

Other things to note
If you need us for anything while you are here, please message us on the platform you booked from. If we don't answer within a half hour, please call our cell phones.

Trailers, RVs, tents, boats, etc may not be parked at our property. They also may not be driven onto the property. We have septic in the yard and there is no where to turn these vehicles around. Our driveway is hard to back out of.

We do NOT have a hot tub. There has been a glitch lately where hot tubs have been added as amenities to properties that don't have one.

Retreat laundry is done in our home where our animals live.

After you arrive, we will come up to the Dawdy Haus to verify the ID of the person who booked.

By booking, you agree that refund requests must be based on issues reported in a timely manner during your stay. We want to make things right while you’re here. No refunds for nights used before an issue is reported, no refunds if you refuse our resolution and choose to stay.

If you report an issue and we send a repair person or inspector and there is not an issue, you will be billed for the costs incurred.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces 3 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Brad

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Very nice place a little into the countryside. Will definitely stay again next time I’m in the area.

  • Kimberly

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    We were very happy with our stay! Everything was very clean! Communication was very prompt and friendly! Will definately keep in mind for next year!

  • Eric

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    Fully equipped and comfortable

  • Jennifer

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    Quiet, clean and cozy place. Perfect for our girls’ getaway! Owners were very friendly, responsive and great communication. This is a rural area, so you have to drive to get to the towns in the area but all within 15 minutes. The 2nd bathroom shower is small, but clean and nice. The cottage has AC units in each room, but we liked having separate temperatures for each area. We would definitely stay again!

  • Willard

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    Would definitely come back!

  • Jill

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    This little house exceeded our expectations! It was clean and comfortable, well-stocked, and cozy. It is conveniently located between Middlebury and Shipshewana, with restaurants and shopping less than 10 minutes away. We will definitely stay here when we visit the area again!

  • lynford

    Submitted Feb 15, 2025

    Stayed Feb 9, 2025

    Mike was a great host

  • Julie

    Submitted Nov 9, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    The property was very clean. Cottage was in excellent shape. The property owner was VERY nice and quick on replying. It was out in the country but close to Middlebury and Shipshewana. Definitely will stay again when we come back up.

  • Lisa G.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2026

    Stayed Jun 15, 2026

    Everything was above and beyond our expectations! Mr Lee communicated so well, even before our arrival. Clean… absolutely! Cute… as can be! Will we stay again? 100% Thank you so much! BTW there were 4 of us older ladies heading for a neighboring town flea market. We had the very best time!

  • Albert T.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2026

    Stayed Jun 8, 2026

    The host was very pleasant and accommodating. There was plenty of parking and the area around the house was beautiful. It was a quiet country area. The house was extremely clean and the host provided everything we needed. There were plenty of towels and wash cloths, as well as soaps and shampoo. There was a regular coffee pot and a Keurig coffee pot with plenty of coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone traveling to the Shipshewana and Middlebury area. You won't be disappointed. Thank you for making your home available to us. We had a great stay.

  • Lynda B.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2026

    Stayed Jun 2, 2026

    This is a perfect place for most things in and around Shipshewana. You are in the country but within 10-15 minutes at the most you can find everything you need. If you are looking for fancy upscale accommodations, don't bother. This is for those of us who like a slower and quieter lifestyle. The owner was so nice. We will definitely stay here again on future trips to the area.

  • Nick O.

    Submitted May 28, 2026

    Stayed May 26, 2026

    This is a very cute property located in a beautiful area of Indiana. The host was friendly, helpful and easy to communicate with. There are nice views from the windows and the back porch. The air conditioners kept the unit cool on a hot and sunny day.We appreciated the coffee, tea and hot chocolate supplies.

  • Debra P.

    Submitted May 24, 2026

    Stayed May 12, 2026

    Property was clean and comfortable. Owner insists on writing down all your information from your drivers license in a book, which made me a little uncomfortable. Otherwise, the stay went well.

  • Paula B.

    Submitted May 18, 2026

    Stayed May 14, 2026

    This home was even more than we expected. It was clean, nicely decorated, such a cozy and welcoming feel. The kitchen was very well stocked with small appliances and anything you would need. The host greeted us shortly after we arrived and he was very pleasant and answered any questions we had. I cannot think of one negative thing to say. If I ever travel anywhere near this area again, I would absolutely stay here again.

  • Michelle P.

    Submitted May 4, 2026

    Stayed Apr 30, 2026

    We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay. We chatted with the owner, Mike. It was very quiet and peaceful and just exactly what my soul needed. Mike was quick to respond to any and all questions, we fell in love with the house and the whole area. I will definitely stay there next time we're in the area.

  • Bob O.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2026

    Stayed Apr 24, 2026

    The Red Thread Cottage was very nice, very clean and Michael the owner was very pleasant to work with.

  • Cara B.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2026

    Stayed Apr 14, 2026

    Excellent place to stay, planning on staying again when we come to visit family.

  • john b.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2026

    Stayed Apr 7, 2026

    parking was easy

  • julie m.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Apr 11, 2026

    We needed a one night stay while we were in town and were very appreciative of being able to book for one night. Very easy to find. The 2 bathrooms were a plus, since we brought our daughter along

  • Sherry P.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 29, 2026

    Nice location.

  • Becky C.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 8, 2026

    Very restful place to stay in the quiet Amish countryside. Quick, easy access to Shipshewana, Das Dutchman Essenhaus and the Indiana toll road. We experienced dramatic bad weather one night and the host was immediately there to provide assistance.

  • lynford b.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2026

    Stayed Feb 1, 2026

    Nice private location

  • Kay P.

    Submitted Dec 13, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    Very nice area in the country. It was nice to see the horses. The place was very clean. All you need to bring is food.

  • Alayne S.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    Upon arrival the host checked in with us to verify ID and see if there was anything we needed. Rental was as described, and met our needs during our trip.

  • Andy C.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 27, 2025

    Very nice and clean space. It's in a very quiet area but only a few minutes off the interstate and not hard to find.

  • Bonnie C.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 25, 2025

    Parking was great , everything was well organized in the house . Beds were most comfortable . We felt right at home . It was just what we wanted . Close to Shipshewana. Location was nice and quiet. Loved the view

  • Darlene P.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    It was wonderful. We enjoyed the living room area the most as we could sit and visit, laugh without disturbing anyone, just enjoying each other being together. The plus with 6 women was 2 bathrooms. Would most definitely stay there again before a hotel. Thank you for hosting us.

  • William B.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    We had a relaxing and great stay! Everything exceeded my expectations! Comfortable furniture too :) I loved how we could lie in bed and look out the window to a beautiful starry sky!

  • Michael S.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Nice and quiet, plenty of room and clean

  • Carma A.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    This place was perfect for me and my friends. It had all the amenities we needed. We loved the country setting. We'd definitely consider staying here again!!!

  • Geraldine S.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    This is so close to Middleburry & Shipshewana that we are sure we will stay again. Great communication, clean and very comfortable beds we really enjoy ourselves

  • dora w.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Lovely cottage with peaceful atmosphere and very clean. Thank You!

  • Ronald R.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Sep 2, 2025

    Nice country location close to Northern Indiana Amish sites. We enjoyed our stay and plan to come again.

  • Skyler H.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    10/10!First time booking a VRBO. It was exactly what we were hoping for…clean, private & comfortable. Expectations were exceeded. Would recommend to friends for sure.Skyler H.

  • Diana S.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2025

    Stayed Aug 27, 2025

    EVERYTHING was prefect!

  • Eric P.

    Submitted Aug 23, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Excellent loved it!!!

  • Steven E.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    We were in town for a concert and overnight stay. We loved this place. Simple to find, quiet, clean, well-stocked. Host was very friendly. Easy to check in and check out.

  • Vickie E.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 15, 2025

    Nice home on a farm. Owners were very responsive. Home was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.

  • Julie C.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    This quaint little cottage is perfect for a quiet stay in the country. I can't say enough about it. Mike and his wife is the best!!!

  • Mardel D.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Clean, Inviting, well stocked with what you need for your stay.

  • Mary S.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    Wonderful accomodations. A minor issue immediately dealt with by owner. A storm caused a power outage. Owner immediately had generator running. Great communication. Excellent value

  • Michael B.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed May 26, 2025

    This house is in a peaceful and quiet setting. The internet was fast, the two recliners and the queen bed were very comfortable. Mike responded immediately and fixed a problem we reported. It was “truly a home away from home.”

  • Melissa A.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    This was the perfect cottage. It was quiet and relaxing. It was conveniently located between middlebury and shipshewana and even michigan. I would highly recommend and will definitely tey to stay again. Thank you.

  • Jill C.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 14, 2025

    The cottage was absolutely perfect for two ladies traveling in the Amish country. We each had our own room and restroom within our bedroom space. The living area and kitchen made for a cozy evening to make dinner and visit. God gave us a stunning sunset…I hope you are blessed with the same great experience.

  • Hayne B.

    Submitted May 6, 2025

    Stayed May 5, 2025

    Tidy, clean, comfortable, beautiful rural setting

  • Daniel A.

    Submitted Apr 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 27, 2025

    Our stay here served as a great place to stay as we attended a conference in Shipshewana. It was important to us to have a place to relax after spending all day interfacing with people. This place is exactly what we needed - clean, quiet, accessible.

  • Christopher T.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 7, 2025

    Nice, clean, comfortable, property in the country, yet conveniently located near area amenities.

  • Pamela C.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2024

    Stayed Nov 7, 2024

    My friend and i had to make a quick trip to the area. Found this sweet place and we loved it. Very quiet and peaceful.

  • Elizabeth E.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 22, 2024

    Very friendly hosts, conveniently located between Middlebury and Shipshewana. Didn't take advantage of the amenities in the kitchen other than the refrigerator and microwave oven (to make tea). Loved the quiet country setting this late week in October. Colors were delightful.

  • Michelle H.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 6, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay. Nice, clean 2bed-2bath house. Would also be nice for family since one large bed in one room and 3 twins in other room. Nice location to get many different places.

  • Dotty W.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Sep 17, 2024

    Very clean

  • Steven S.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2024

    Stayed Sep 14, 2024

    We had a wonderful dinner at West on Main and rode 25 miles on the Pumpkin Vine trail this morning. The house was clean and quiet.

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$188+
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