The Belle | Artistic Storybook Color Drenched Home
Entire bungalow in Indianapolis, Indiana
- 6 guests
- 2 bedrooms
- 3 beds
- 1 bath
Hosted by Caitlin
- Superhost
- 1 year hosting
Listing highlights
Top 5% of homes
This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.
In Historic Irvington
About a 10-min walk to Main Street Irvington's shops, cafes, and restaurants
Full kitchen and coffee bar
A well-stocked kitchen with gas range, island seating, and a dedicated coffee and tea bar
A stay guests keep coming back to
Many guests call this one of the best stays they've booked, praising the design and thoughtful details
The Belle is a fully remodeled 100+ year old bungalow in the heart of vibrant, walkable Historic Irvington just minutes from downtown Indy. Designed with both personality & comfort in mind, it's truly a one-of-a-kind stay.
Inside, find custom interiors, modern appliances, & a curated mix of vintage & handmade décor. With 3 plush beds, a well-stocked kitchen & coffee bar, & delightful details throughout, it's the charm of a boutique hotel with all the comforts of home. Life's swell at the Belle.
The space
Guests enjoy full, private access to the entire home and backyard garden house.
Front Porch:
✔️ Wide and welcoming—spans the full width of the home
✔️ Fully covered for shade and shelter
✔️ Cozy porch swing
✔️ Two upholstered outdoor armchairs
✔️ Small drinks table between chairs
✔️ Accent pillows for added comfort
✔️ Charming garden views
✔️ A guest favorite
Living Room:
✔️ Large, comfy modern sofa
✔️ Two deep-seated swivel barrel chairs
✔️ Two side tables w/ lamps
✔️ Two drinks tables
✔️ Two convenient footstools
✔️ Smart Roku TV—easy access to your apps & auto logout at checkout
✔️ Abundant natural light, cozy atmospheric lamps & overhead lighting
✔️ Decorative (non-functioning) fireplace
Workspace:
✔️ Large desk with drawers
✔️ Comfortable upholstered desk chair
✔️ Plenty of easily accessible outlets
✔️ Stationery set in desk drawers
✔️ Pair of matching bookshelves
✔️ Assortment of books available during your stay
✔️ Vinyl record player with Bluetooth capability
✔️ Curated vintage vinyl collection
✔️ Plenty of natural & task lighting
Kitchen:
✔️ Fully equipped with modern, high-end appliances
✔️ Gas range & oven
✔️ Refrigerator with in-door water & ice dispenser
✔️ Dishwasher
✔️ Microwave
✔️ Air fryer
✔️ Blender
✔️ Designer cabinetry, open shelving & island with 2 stools
✔️ Quality cookware & cooking essentials
✔️ Salt, pepper, olive oil & assorted spices provided
✔️ Generous supply of dinnerware, serving ware & baby dishware
Coffee & Tea Bar:
✔️ Assortment of teas, ground coffee & K-cups
✔️ French press
✔️ Drip coffee machine
✔️ Single-serve Keurig machine
✔️ Electric teakettle
✔️ Toaster
✔️ Sugar
✔️ Creamers in fridge
Dining Area:
✔️ Bold, inviting setup with seating for 6 (4 chairs + 2 ottomans)
✔️ Large, comfortable dining table
✔️ Built-in upholstered bench
✔️ Navy blue bureau stocked with games, placemats & hosting extras
✔️ Highchair available upon request (complimentary)
Bedroom 1:
✔️ Queen slipcover bed with soft linens & plush pillows
✔️ Large vintage desk with stool—perfect for working or journaling
✔️ Roomy closet with hangers, storage space & luggage rack
✔️ Iron & ironing board
✔️ Bright, cheerful design with one-of-a-kind décor
Bedroom 2:
✔️ Two custom-built full-size alcove beds with privacy curtains (each bed sleeps 2 adults)
✔️ Individual sconces & outlets in each alcove for personal lighting & charging
✔️ Each bed includes 3 built-in drawers for storage
✔️ Spacious closet with hanging space & shelving
✔️ Small vanity table with stools
✔️ Cozy, playful vibe with eclectic décor
Bathroom:
✔️ Walk-in shower with adjustable showerhead & handheld combo
✔️ Spacious vanity with ample counter space
✔️ Fresh towels, plenty of hooks & thoughtful storage
✔️ Stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash & hairdryer
✔️ Hairdryer & lint rollers in vanity drawers
✔️ Abundant natural light & task lighting
Backyard:
✔️ Pea gravel patio with picnic table & tiltable umbrella
✔️ Bright orange chiminea for cozy evenings
✔️ Mature perennials & seasonal greenery
✔️ Solar string lights for a magical nighttime glow
Basement:
✔️ New GE Profile High Capacity Washer
✔️ New GE Profile High Capacity Dryer
✔️ Complementary detergent & dryer sheets
Garden House:
✔️ Hand-built, storybook-style wooden outbuilding
✔️ Ideal for early bag drop-offs or extra storage
✔️ Accessed via combination keypad (code sent before check-in)
Guest access
✔️ One dedicated parking space behind the home (via alley)
✔️ Full private access to the entire home, no shared spaces, no interruptions
✔️ Keypad entry at both front and back doors
✔️ Your unique access code sent via email prior to check-in
✔️ Garden house access via separate combination keypad (code provided before check-in)
Other things to note
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.
Stairs: There’s a small set of four steps to the front door and a few more inside leading to the back door. A swingable baby gate with a latch is built-in to block off interior stairs for for added child safety.
Security: For your safety and peace of mind, there is a Ring doorbell camera at the front door and a Ring floodlight camera at the back. There are absolutely NO interior cameras or recording devices in use.
Registration Details
SRP-000401
Inside, find custom interiors, modern appliances, & a curated mix of vintage & handmade décor. With 3 plush beds, a well-stocked kitchen & coffee bar, & delightful details throughout, it's the charm of a boutique hotel with all the comforts of home. Life's swell at the Belle.
The space
Guests enjoy full, private access to the entire home and backyard garden house.
Front Porch:
✔️ Wide and welcoming—spans the full width of the home
✔️ Fully covered for shade and shelter
✔️ Cozy porch swing
✔️ Two upholstered outdoor armchairs
✔️ Small drinks table between chairs
✔️ Accent pillows for added comfort
✔️ Charming garden views
✔️ A guest favorite
Living Room:
✔️ Large, comfy modern sofa
✔️ Two deep-seated swivel barrel chairs
✔️ Two side tables w/ lamps
✔️ Two drinks tables
✔️ Two convenient footstools
✔️ Smart Roku TV—easy access to your apps & auto logout at checkout
✔️ Abundant natural light, cozy atmospheric lamps & overhead lighting
✔️ Decorative (non-functioning) fireplace
Workspace:
✔️ Large desk with drawers
✔️ Comfortable upholstered desk chair
✔️ Plenty of easily accessible outlets
✔️ Stationery set in desk drawers
✔️ Pair of matching bookshelves
✔️ Assortment of books available during your stay
✔️ Vinyl record player with Bluetooth capability
✔️ Curated vintage vinyl collection
✔️ Plenty of natural & task lighting
Kitchen:
✔️ Fully equipped with modern, high-end appliances
✔️ Gas range & oven
✔️ Refrigerator with in-door water & ice dispenser
✔️ Dishwasher
✔️ Microwave
✔️ Air fryer
✔️ Blender
✔️ Designer cabinetry, open shelving & island with 2 stools
✔️ Quality cookware & cooking essentials
✔️ Salt, pepper, olive oil & assorted spices provided
✔️ Generous supply of dinnerware, serving ware & baby dishware
Coffee & Tea Bar:
✔️ Assortment of teas, ground coffee & K-cups
✔️ French press
✔️ Drip coffee machine
✔️ Single-serve Keurig machine
✔️ Electric teakettle
✔️ Toaster
✔️ Sugar
✔️ Creamers in fridge
Dining Area:
✔️ Bold, inviting setup with seating for 6 (4 chairs + 2 ottomans)
✔️ Large, comfortable dining table
✔️ Built-in upholstered bench
✔️ Navy blue bureau stocked with games, placemats & hosting extras
✔️ Highchair available upon request (complimentary)
Bedroom 1:
✔️ Queen slipcover bed with soft linens & plush pillows
✔️ Large vintage desk with stool—perfect for working or journaling
✔️ Roomy closet with hangers, storage space & luggage rack
✔️ Iron & ironing board
✔️ Bright, cheerful design with one-of-a-kind décor
Bedroom 2:
✔️ Two custom-built full-size alcove beds with privacy curtains (each bed sleeps 2 adults)
✔️ Individual sconces & outlets in each alcove for personal lighting & charging
✔️ Each bed includes 3 built-in drawers for storage
✔️ Spacious closet with hanging space & shelving
✔️ Small vanity table with stools
✔️ Cozy, playful vibe with eclectic décor
Bathroom:
✔️ Walk-in shower with adjustable showerhead & handheld combo
✔️ Spacious vanity with ample counter space
✔️ Fresh towels, plenty of hooks & thoughtful storage
✔️ Stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash & hairdryer
✔️ Hairdryer & lint rollers in vanity drawers
✔️ Abundant natural light & task lighting
Backyard:
✔️ Pea gravel patio with picnic table & tiltable umbrella
✔️ Bright orange chiminea for cozy evenings
✔️ Mature perennials & seasonal greenery
✔️ Solar string lights for a magical nighttime glow
Basement:
✔️ New GE Profile High Capacity Washer
✔️ New GE Profile High Capacity Dryer
✔️ Complementary detergent & dryer sheets
Garden House:
✔️ Hand-built, storybook-style wooden outbuilding
✔️ Ideal for early bag drop-offs or extra storage
✔️ Accessed via combination keypad (code sent before check-in)
Guest access
✔️ One dedicated parking space behind the home (via alley)
✔️ Full private access to the entire home, no shared spaces, no interruptions
✔️ Keypad entry at both front and back doors
✔️ Your unique access code sent via email prior to check-in
✔️ Garden house access via separate combination keypad (code provided before check-in)
Other things to note
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.
Stairs: There’s a small set of four steps to the front door and a few more inside leading to the back door. A swingable baby gate with a latch is built-in to block off interior stairs for for added child safety.
Security: For your safety and peace of mind, there is a Ring doorbell camera at the front door and a Ring floodlight camera at the back. There are absolutely NO interior cameras or recording devices in use.
Registration Details
SRP-000401
What this place offers
Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 60 reviews.
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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Neighborhood highlights
Irvington is one of Indianapolis’s most vibrant and historic neighborhoods—walkable, artsy, and full of charm. Tree-lined streets, beautiful old homes, local shops, cafes, and beloved eateries give it a cozy, village-like feel just minutes from downtown. Whether you’re here for the vintage finds, craft coffee, or community vibes, Irvington offers a unique, fun, laid-back experience.
Meet your host
Where I went to school: University of North Texas
My work: Realtor & Designer
Lover of dogs, travel, food, people, music, & coffee. A year spent backpacking abroad taught me to travel with ease & embrace the moment.
As a local realtor with 15 years in graphic & interior design, I’m passionate about creating spaces that reflect the spirit of the area. Though originally from Austin, I now call Indy my home, where I savor the magic of all 4 seasons.
I can’t wait to welcome you & share my love for design and hospitality!
Caitlin is a Superhost
Host details
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Responds within an hour
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