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Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining

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Step into a one-of-a-kind Auburn experience at this 9-bedroom converted church. Unwind in the full game room, explore the library, or gather around the nearly 20-foot table for meals and memories. With an expansive outdoor space and nearby access to lakes, state parks, wineries, and hiking trails at Acres Land Trust.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining

Your unique Auburn adventure begins at this 9-bedroom old church turned into a house. With 8 queen beds, 2 full beds, and 2 futons there's plenty of space for everyone. Brand new appliances with a full kitchen and a full game room/library will always give you something to do. With an almost 20 foot table you can eat together at your meals or enjoy what the area has to offer! We also have a record player and TV’s throughout the property. Parties are not allowed without permission. There is a large outdoor space to enjoy with outdoor games. We think our place will help you experience everything Auburn and the surrounding areas have to offer, but more importantly a great place to enjoy with friends and family. The short drive to Fort Wayne, Leo, Angola, Garrett and so many other places offer SO much to do from lakes, state parks, parks, wineries, golf courses, hikes at the Acres Land Trust and SO much more. We have posted some of our favorite eats, places and things to do that make your experience cozy, memorable and comfortable! We will absolutely help recommend more of our favorites around the area we love! Now the good stuff….food! Here are some of our favorites! One of our favorite hobbies is trying new restaurants and dining.

Sandra D’s- Auburn
Shorty’s- Garrett
Mad Anthony’s- Auburn
The Deli- Auburn
Blue Moon (Shakes)- Garrett
Bodoogies BBQ- Auburn


Bistro Nota- Fort Wayne
Sol Kitchen- Fort Wayne
Ophelia’s for breakfast- Fort Wayne
Tolon- Fort Wayne
Oley’s Pizza- Fort Wayne
St James- Avilla
Hideout 125- Fort Wayne
9th St. Brew Coffee House- Auburn
Brown House food and ice cream- Auburn
Kim Vu’s- Fort Wayne
Smpl Kitchen- Fort Wayne
Auburn Dairy Freeze- Auburn
Pixie Pies- Avilla


Others locals:
Carve- Auburn
The Grind for coffee- Garrett
Italian Ice- Garrett
Auburn Steakhouse- Auburn
Ale House- Albion
The Fox Den for coffee- Albion
Pizza King for pizza- Auburn
Italian Grille- Auburn
Salsa Grille- Auburn
Mimi’s Retreat- Auburn
Cricket’s Tavern- Auburn


Our area offers SO many great places to visit. We have provided wonderful establishments in Auburn and the surrounding areas!

Some of our favorites:
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary- Albion—big animals!
Walking Trails- Acres Land Trust-Northern Indiana
-Bicentennial Woods favorite
-Vandolah Nature Preserve favorite
Splash Pad, trails and park- Albion
Fishing Hook Line Trail- Kendallville
Country Heritage Winery- LaOtto—we go for food and summer concerts!

Rieke Park- Auburn
Memorial Park- Auburn (walking distance)
Eckhart Park- Auburn—super close!
Farmer’s Market- Saturdays in Auburn Summer
Paper Gourmet- Auburn cute!
Escape It- Auburn
Lynn Marie’s Boutique- Auburn
The Olive Twist- Auburn
Guitar Infirmary- Auburn
NCG Cinemas- Auburn
Bridgewater Golf Course- Auburn
Splash Pad- Auburn coming soon!
Auburn YMCA- Has a play scape!
Auburn YMCA with splash pad and pool- Auburn
Rieke Park Trails- Auburn
Skateboard Park- Auburn
Image of Hope Ranch- Auburn
Downtown Auburn Shops-so many!- Auburn
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum- Auburn—super close!
Early Ford V 8 Museum- Auburn
Hoosier Air Museum- Auburn
National Auto & Truck Museum- Auburn—Super close!
Events at Kruse Plaza- Auburn
Betsy’s Boutique- Auburn—Super close!
Auburn Bowl- Auburn—Super close!
Skating Station (Skating Rink)- Auburn
Byler Lane Winery- Auburn
Cupcake Bee Good Meadery- Auburn
Blaze and Barrel- Auburn

Cedar Creek Candle Making- Leo
Annie Oakley Perfumery- Ligonier
Train Ride- Indiana Railroad Society
Backroads Distilling Company- LaOtto
Edwin Coe Distillery- Churubusco
Vinland Reserve Winery- Ft Wayne
Acres Away Winery- Ashley
Sated Winery- Fremont
Sylvan Cellars Event Center- Rome City
Art Museum- Garrett
Noble Hawk Golf Course- Kendallville
Cobblestone Golf Course- Kendallville
Slow Burn Books- Book store- Garrett
Shop downtown Shops- Angola—super cute!
Grabill Shops (This is big)- Grabill
Flea Market- Shipshewana
Amish Shops- Shipshewana HUGE!
Power Up- Kids Place (Fun!) Fort Wayne
The Embassy- Fort Wayne
Parkview Park (Tin Caps) Fort Wayne
Keunharts Milk House- Arcola
Robert’s Farm- Wawaka in Fall
Mast’s Strawberry picking- Wawaka in Summer
Splash Pad- Leo
Tobogganing- Angola
Outdoor Ice Skating- Fort Wayne
Canoeing at Mongo- Mongo
Garrett Outdoor Pool- Garrett
Seek and Find Play Place- Kendallville
Chain O Lakes State Park- Albion
Pokagon State Park- Angola
Riverside Pines- Christmas Trees- Ligonier (Winter)
Drive in Movie Theater- Garrett (Summer)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

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.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Auburn, this holiday home is in the city centre. Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum and National Military History Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include H. Souder and Son's General Store and Fort Wayne Children's Zoo. Travelling with kids? Consider Science Central, or check out an event or a game at Spiece Fieldhouse. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting. Visit our Auburn travel guide
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Auburn, IN

What's nearby

  • Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
    Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eckhart Public Library
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • DeKalb County Fairgrounds
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • De Kalb County Superior Court
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
    24 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo Station
    10 min drive
  • Fort Wayne, IN (FWA-Fort Wayne Intl.)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    4 min drive
  • Culver's
    4 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum and De Kalb County Superior Court. DeKalb Health Medical Group is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Cozy, spacious retreat in Auburn with game area and large family entertaining Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was super - quick response time, helpful and very welcoming. Four families got together to play board games, play games in their game room, and just hang out. Kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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Great spot for a big family

We stayed here over NYE w our whole family and had an absolute great time. The big kitchen table was awesome for family meals and big family games, the kids loved the basement basketball and air hockey, and there was plenty of space for all of us to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hailey M.

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Conference Trip for Educators

We stayed at Cassies house for a teacher conference, and we had the best time! It was beautiful, clean and spacious. Cassie was very accommodating, kind and a great host! Thank you very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frank E.

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Great space

There were 20 of us, extended family, and the common space and game room were excellent. Only 3 bathrooms caused us some bottlenecks a couple times but all in all, great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

DeEtte D.

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Awesome place for family!

The pictures don't do it justice! Great kitchen for big gathering. We had a family gathering after a funeral. Host was super responsive. Loved all the little details- plenty of kitchen items. Lots of room for visiting and fun and safe area for kids! This place was amazing, comfortable. Would stay here againin a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith A.

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From the moment we walked in, it was picture perfect. We felt more like home . It’s was spotless, not a want for any extras. You could tell the family put their heart and soul into the detailes. Our family traveled from TN, Fla, and NC for our son’s wedding that was located in Ohio. We hosted the rehearsal dinner with a success. Thank you Cassie and family , I would highly recommend your lovely place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

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Golf Outing

Local golf courses and restaurants were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful experience here! Our family of 15 stayed here and thoroughly enjoyed this space. Plenty of sleeping space, the game room, the cleanliness, friendly hosts.. the list goes on. HIGHLY recommend booking a stay at this gorgeous rental!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannah T.

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Amazing place to stay. Fit our party of 18 comfortably and was such a beautiful renovated venue. The owner was super helpful and responsive. Totally recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn P.

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What a stunning place! Thank you for sharing your sanctuary with the world, it was a great weekend and your location definitely added to it. Host went above and beyond with communication, from the day I booked months out till the day we checked out. Hope to see that beautiful place again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025