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Blue Birds Perch: Stunning Home on Private Hilltop

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
TV, fireplace, books, video library
Exterior
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Shipshewana, Indiana
  • Blue Gate Theater
    2 min drive
  • North Park
    2 min drive
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market
    3 min drive
  • Elkhart, IN (EKI-Elkhart Municipal)
    38 min drive

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About the area

Shipshewana

Located in Shipshewana, this vacation home is within a 5-minute drive of Blue Gate Theater and North Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Shipshewana Flea Market.

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate Theater - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Michiana Event Center - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ben's Soft Pretzels - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪5 & 20 Country Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Yup's Dairyland - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Birds Perch: Stunning Home on Private Hilltop

Imagine sunny days, good conversation, and your child's laughter as they run and play across lush green fields. That's what you'll get when you stay at this secluded Shipshewana vacation rental, nestled in the middle of the Amish countryside. The immaculate 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom house is the epitome of privacy and allows your family to spend quality time together as you see fit. Enjoy movie nights on the Smart TV, swim and kayak on Pigeon River, or spend the day at Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park!

-- THE PROPERTY --

3,200 Sq Ft | Outdoor Fire Pit | Countryside Views | 5 Acres

Come together with family and friends as you create lasting memories at this fabulous 2-story Midwest abode.

Bedroom 1: California King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Sunrise Room): California King Bed | Bedroom 3 (Sunset Room): Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (TV Room): 2 Queen Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, furnished covered front porch, beautiful landscaping, adjacent horse corral
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, cable access, movie library, books, board games, en-suite bathroom, stone fireplace, large picture windows
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, ice maker, water filter, hot water pot, microwave, cooking utensils, pots & pans, spices, toaster, Crock-Pot, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heat, towels/linens, hair dryer, Pack 'n Play, children's toys, baby gate
FAQ: Homeowner on-site (lower level), stairs required to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING: Cement pad (3 vehicles), winding inclined gravel driveway (4 vehicles), RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL HOT SPOTS: Davis Mercantile (1.5 miles), Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery (1.5 miles), Menno-Hof (1.9 miles), Shipshewana Auction & Flea Market - May - September (2.0 miles), Blue Gate Garden Inn & Conference Center (2.3 miles), Brown Swiss Dairy Round Barn (2.9 miles), Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park (4.3 miles)
OUTDOOR FUN: South Twin Lake (8.7 miles), North Twin Lake (10.0 miles), Pigeon River (11.8 miles), St. Joseph River (14.7 miles), Indian Lakes Chain (18.8 miles), Lake Wawasee (27.5 miles), Syracuse Lake (28.6 miles)
SOUTH BEND: Potawatomi Zoo (40.2 miles), University of Notre Dame campus (42.8 miles), Notre Dame Stadium (44.1 miles), Four Winds Field (44.5 miles)
AIRPORTS: South Bend International Airport (48.7 miles), Fort Wayne International Airport (59.8 miles), Gerald R. Ford International Airport (97.0 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site in the lower level, with a separate entrance, and may be present during your stay. Guests have access to main & 2nd floors
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to enter and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private furnished lanai. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home offers books, games, and a video library.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished lanai
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Blue Birds Perch: Stunning Home on Private Hilltop Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean home
The bluebirds perch was wonderful! The hosts were so gracious and kind. The house is so spacious and decorated so tastefully. The property is so beautiful. The children loved feeding the horses hay and seeing the kitties. It exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra P., Schaumburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
This home is beautiful inside and out. Very spacious. We were 3 senior couples who had plenty of room. The house was immaculate and we really enjoyed the wrap around porch for resting after walking ain town or at the flea market. Very close to town,less than 5 min. We met the owner Tim and he showed us and let us feed his horses. The house has all the amenities you might need but do remember to bring a bar of soap for bathing or whatever type of soap you use..We would definitely stay here again next time we visit Shipshewana.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

yvonne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious home close to town
It was a wonderful home, spacious, clean, well decorated. The owners were welcoming and easy to communicate with. We enjoyed being in the country, but conveniently located about a mile from town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most amazing house and owners
We Are returning for year two and we couldn't be more pleased. We feel like this place is home away from home now. The owners always check on us and stay involved in our horse show. Everyone agrees this is the perfect way to experience a slice of Shipshe heaven. Can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
Property was clean and beautiful! Owners let us feed their horses too. The description said there was a washer/dryer on site but there was not. Other than that, it was great! Would highly recommend for large families.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful country setting
This property sits in a beautiful country setting but still just a few minutes from the shops in town. The hosts were wonderful and the house was very clean and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. I would definitely recommend this place especially if you have a group of 6-10 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location and home
Our stay was very special because of the location and the lovely home. Our hosts were friendly and provided every thing we needed for a 4 night stay including fresh breakfast rolls left on the kitchen island. We did a lot of sightseeing and the house is very convenient to surrounding towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rinda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
The setting is beautiful, the house is lovely and the host are friendly and caring. Our time spent was precious and a memory our family will cherish for years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect weekend getaway
We travel to Shipshewana every spring to meet family from Indiana and have stayed in many different hotels and rentals. This one was a favorite for everyone the location was perfect the house was beautiful, clean and cozy! We all decided we would be returning! The owners were so nice and the personal touches were so thoughtful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home located in Amish Country
This home was beautiful, clean, comfortable, cozy, and spacious. We loved staying here again. We love the owners. They are so kind and even helped us unload our bags. Also it was only several minutes to town which was a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Abundant natural light, gorgeous country views
Absolutely wonderful property and hosts in a location that offers lots of things to do locally and regionally. A beautiful, spacious home with multiple gathering areas indoors and out, huge custom kitchen with everything you might ever need, and windows in every room that provide great light all day and cozy comfort at night. Totally private, at the end of a lovely winding driveway. Ample parking for a group. The on-site owners, Tim and Cherie, are gracious hosts and clearly enjoy making guests comfortable and well cared for. My aunts and I had the best time and all 7 of us had space to be together or alone when we chose. I highly recommend Tim and Cherie and Bluebird's Perch. Best place ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just as it appears, a really nice place for multiple people to stay and interact with each other. The owners are super nice and attentive. They offered and let some of us be a part of feeding their horses. The views are spectacular for a country setting, the property is quiet and secluded. I highly recommend it. I would suggest you use the central air and air conditioning provided as neighboring farms use manure on their fields. If you want a cool breeze sit on the porch. Their is plenty to do about 2 miles down the road so it’s close by. Charming area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place for a horse barn family
It was an absolute incredible house and fantastic sweet owners. We can't wait to hopefully book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
SIBLINGS WEEK AWAY
LOVED , LOVED, LOVED THE HOUSE AND PROPERTY. OWNERS WERE SO HELPFUL AND VERY NICE. WOULD DEFINETLY RETURN
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison S., Illinois, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!
An absolutely gorgeous home in a wonderful rural setting with great views from every window. The house was immaculate and we really appreciated the quality craftsmanship and spaciousness. I can’t recommend it highly enough. It was worth every penny!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girlfriend trip
We had so much fun together staying in this beautiful home! Amazing views and multiple places in the home to enjoy the countryside. Private and quiet, but yet close to town. Spacious. Great beds. Large dining room. Table seats 10. Great kitchen. Great outdoor space. Coffee, teas, snacks, lots of extra perks! Great hosts on property…. they are delightful people! Great experience all the way around and would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilene W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling Get-together
This is a fantastic place to gather for any type of intimate family gathering. Ours was four siblings & spouses--all senior citizens. The location is private, spacious, with beautiful views, and yet, it is close to local attractions. We would definitelly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin V., Cortland Il. 60112

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Fabric Aquisition Trip
We had a wonderful stay at the Blue Birds Perch. It was perfect for the seven woman that came. Tim and Cheri went above and beyond in providing what we needed. We enjoyed meeting them. There is a fantastic view from every window in the house. Our favorite was sitting on the porch in the morning with coffee and watching the sun rise. Thank you again to the Borg's for providing your beautiful home to us. The Illinois Girls and the Ohio Girls. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Retreat
Blue Birds Perch was exactly as described…and even better. Tim and Cherie were perfect, attentive, hospitable hosts that made our stay most comfortable and enjoyable. The house is cozy, comfortable, and immaculately clean, and the property is absolutely stunning! Our kids are already planning a return trip! Our daughter has yet to stop talking about the horses. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell L., lachine, mi

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best
I use VRBO often when traveling with groups of people of all ages. I would guess I have stayed in at least 50 different homes over the years and this was the best one I have been in. The owners are wonderful, very friendly and very helpful. We had several conversations with them and enjoyed them all. They love the area they live in (so do we) and gave us all kinds of insights into the area which we were able to use in determining where and whom we wanted to visit. The house is beautiful inside and out and sits high on a hill so there are great views in almost all directions. The front porch l invites one to come and sit and stay. The house was the cleanest I have ever stayed in. They have a huge set of windows in the dining room and allow people to look some amazing sun rises in the morning. It is not hard to want to get up in the morning. Great place! We expect to return often.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Honesty Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I will be back!
This place is beautiful! The owners are the sweetest and we enjoyed our time as a family here! The sunsets and sunrises are beautiful and there’s not a bad view in the house!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Relaxing Place and Great Area for Cycling!
Six adults stayed at this lovely and clean property for 6 days the end of September. We were in Shipshewana specifically to have a reunion as we all met cycling 10 years ago. We cycled daily the many routes in the Shipshewana area. The views from the home were beautiful from every room in the house. The kitchen had all the utensils and cooking supplies. The living and dining room was great for our gatherings. We especially loved talking with the owners, Tim and Cherie and they answered any question we had about the home and the surrounding area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home in the country
Our family had a wonderful time at Blue Bird’s Perch. The home is more beautiful than the pictures. We enjoyed the views of the countryside from both the main level and especially upstairs. Our grandkids were thrilled with all the toys and large stuffed animals upstairs. Tim and Cherie are very kind, lovely hosts. Our grandkids enjoyed seeing and petting their horses. We did too! Truely a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and peaceful view
Beautifully appointed, spacious rooms, comfortable bedding. The only drawback to some visitors would be there is only one TV on the property. While it has a comfy seating arrangement it is part of a large playroom with two qween size beds. So essentially in someone' s room. Other than this, I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bluebird of Happiness
This rental home is aptly named, with the bluebird being a symbol of joy, hope, and happiness. That is exactly what our family experienced in our three-day stay this past weekend. The warm welcome on our arrival and throughout our stay, the beautiful setting, and the tasteful interior design of the house all contributed to providing the relaxing space we all needed. Our 12- and 9-year-old grandsons were "over-the-moon" happy with their expansive activity room/bedroom and the expansive lawn in which to play. Eruptions of joy burst out when we suggested making this an annual retreat. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022