Right on the edge of the Indiana-Kentucky border sits O'Bannon Woods State Park, which is part of Hoosier National Forest and home to some great camping spots. One in particular features little more than one simple structure built for anyone interested in a minimalist camping experience in a beautiful region. If you enjoy camping trips that give you a few days away from the frills of suburban life, this might be the perfect adventure for you.
It's common to rent a luxury cabin for a few nights to enjoy a natural environment or set up a home base for you to explore the forest. But this tiny cottage caters to explorers looking for a different kind of adventure.
The structure is four feet tall, four feet wide and eight feet long, a perfect spot for anyone looking for a true camping experience while also staying dry and having plenty of room to relax.
This cottage sits on a 60-acre homestead that has 54 acres of wooded land and six acres of groomed land. Three miles of trails give campers plenty to explore.
You'll have plenty of room in this spacious campsite to set up a hammock, enjoy the fire and pitch a couple tents if you're looking to camp with friends.
If you're looking to spend a day in the city after a few nights of camping, head to Louisville for a day and explore one of the most fun cities in Kentucky. And it's less than an hour away from the campsite.
Editor's Note: Unfortunately, the Lake Rudolph Christmas cabins are not operating this season. Bummer! Instead, check out this amazing Log Cabin Experience, which also offers up some truly delightful wintertime memories to be made.
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Discover a getaway in the town of Santa Claus, Indiana, that is a true holiday treat. This Lake Rudolph Christmas cabin resort is simply divine and offers an unforgettable seasonal experience including a wealth of holiday activities. Read on to learn more about how to enjoy a different holiday experience here by staying in a Christmas cabin in Indiana.
Lake Rudolph Campground & RV Resort in southern Indiana has been in business since 1958. It is known as one of the best attractions in the Hoosier State's famous Christmas-themed town—appropriately named Santa Claus. The resort typically offers a 'Family Christmas Package' for the first three weekends in December; it includes a few nights in the Rudolph Christmas Cabin, as well as access to several on-site holiday activities in Indiana.
Your stay in this Christmas cabin at Lake Rudolph comes with a two-vehicle pass to the Santa Claus Land of Lights. This, at 1.2 miles long, is the state's largest drive-thru light display of the season. There will also be opportunities to meet Santa Claus himself and enjoy breakfast with him, too! He isn't too busy... we promise. And if you enjoy a great breakfast, the options here are simply delicious.
So many family memories are made here each year in these Christmas cabins in Indiana. Other activities at this awesome RV campground in Indiana include sewing Christmas pillows, decorating stockings, making ornaments, donning glitter tattoos, and more. This is an especially fun place to bring the kids for an unforgettable holiday experience.
Watch your little ones light up as they write letters to Santa, tell holiday tales, and much more during your stay at these Christmas cabins. This holiday-themed weekend stay is reasonably priced, making it a budget-friendly stay and fun adventure.
Visiting Santa Claus, Indiana, there are many other fun Christmas attractions to check out as well, including a toy store, museum, restaurant, and more. The possibilities are only as limited as your imagination! Learn more about these cabins at the Lake Rudolph & RV Resort official website or the Lake Rudolph & RV Resort Facebook page. You can also visit our friends at RVShare to learn about renting an RV.
Have you ever stayed in these Lake Rudolph Christmas cabins in Indiana? If so, what was your favorite part? We'd love to hear from you, so please share your experiences and photos with us in the comments. No RV of your own? No worries! Whether you are new to RVing or are a seasoned pro, here are some great RV tips for your next adventure!
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It's that time of year again: midsummer. And we know what this means: soon (if not already), we'll start seeing autumn decor in all the stores and summer's long days will wane into the breezy days of fall. But until then, though, there's still plenty of time for a nice escape - and I've found a handful of wonderful Airbnbs in Indiana perfect for the occasion. These seven summer vacation rentals in Indiana are a late-season dream, and I think you'll love them as much as I do. Best of all, they have great availability for August and September at the time of this writing - so book ASAP and enjoy!
This stunningly beautiful vacation rental in Indiana is beyond perfect for summertime shenanigans. Sleeping up to three guests, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin is located right alongside a little lake (where fishing is welcome, but please, no swimming) and is sure to relax the soul through and through. Best of all, it's only about a half hour from downtown Indy - so you'll never run out of stuff to do.
Have you ever wanted to see just how cozy an old shipping container can be? This super-unique tiny home in Indiana is exactly that - a shipping container, but don't let that stop you. Just look at the amazing photos of this stunning Indiana vacation rental and fall in love for yourself! Found in Columbia City, this beautiful vacation home rental sleeps up to four and has two bedrooms with one bathroom. Snuggled inside three acres of lovely forest, this beautiful little home is a very unique stay that you won't forget.
Cabin lovers, this one's for you! This absolutely beautiful A-frame cabin hidden in the woods near beautiful Warsaw makes for the perfect summer vacation rental in Indiana sleeps two, making it ideal for a solo adventure or for couples. The deck is impressive and the views are incredible; you'll want to sit at the end of the pier for days. There are no TVs in this one, though, so plan accordingly - there is internet, though! Oh, and kayaks - did I mention the kayaks?
Dreaming of being a fairy (or wizard) prince(ss), or perhaps a hobbit in the Shire? You're in luck: this amazing vacation rental in Indiana is truly a fairy-tale dream come true. Located in gorgeous Delphi, this one-bedroom delight is an experience unlike any others you'll ever enjoy. Anyone looking for the perfect romantic Airbnb in Indiana is sure to love this one. Lovers of rustic, romantic settings, beware: you may never want to leave.
This beautiful room in an amazing Indiana nature lodge will do plenty to tranquilize the soul. Meander 12 beautiful acres, fish on a quarter-acre pond (bring your own poles), and enjoy the overall tranquility of this wonderful summertime escape. Perhaps best of all, this one's just three miles from Brown County State Park, which is often considered the most amazingly beautiful places in the entire Hoosier State.
This gorgeous, show-stopping Airbnb in Indiana sleeps up to six and features panoramic lake views you'll fall in love with over and over again. With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, this little beauty sleeps up to six, so it's great for family and friend groups. Lake of the Woods is absolutely breathtaking and serves as an amazing backdrop, so book this one sooner than later - before it books up for autumn!
Last on this list but certainly not least in terms of amazing places to stay in Indiana is this gorgeous little family lake house. Two bedrooms await up to five guests and are ultimately cozy; views of beautiful Lake Papakeechie are to die for, and sunsets here are truly something else. This is an awesome family-friendly vacation rental in Indiana that's sure to please everyone in the group. There's also a private hot tub - cha-ching!
There you have 'em - seven beautiful Airbnbs to escape to for the end of summer. I can't wait for fall, though - so enjoy! If you're visiting any of these summer vacation rentals in Indiana and need more to do while you're here, check out all the cool findings on Airbnb Experiences. Are you planning to check out any of these summertime Airbnbs? Tell me about your plans in the comments!
