Surf House | Stylish Indy Charmer | Walkable

Entire home in Indianapolis, Indiana

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 1.5 baths
Hosted by Home Base
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

This home is one of the highest ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

In Meridian-Kessler, near Broad Ripple

About a 5-min walk to Dan Wakefield Park, with Broad Ripple Village dining and shops nearby

A kitchen built for cooking

A Wolf gas range, espresso machine, and fully stocked cookware in a gourmet kitchen

Kathy goes above and beyond

Guests highlight how responsive and thoughtful the host Kathy is throughout every stay
All the comforts of home while you work. Live like a local at Surf House. Inspired by summers in Huntington Beach, CA, this home blends modern design with a laid-back surfer vibe. Located in one of Indy's favorite neighborhoods, we offer a relaxed atmosphere with easy walks to eateries, gyms, shops, and nightlife. Surf House is your perfect home base.

The space
Comfort • Style • Walkability

Sleeping Arrangements

🛏 Bedrooms all upstairs
- King bed w/ premium linens
- 2 Queen beds w/ cozy, stylish touches

🍳 Kitchen & Living
- Gourmet kitchen w/ Wolf gas range, Keurig & Breville Espresso Machine
- Fully stocked cookware + stainless appliances
- Cozy living room w/ gas-start fireplace

🛁 Bathrooms
- Full bath w/ deep soaking tub + shower
- Additional half bath on main floor

🌿 Outdoor Space
- 2 private patios for dining, yoga, or evening wine
- Partially Fenced backyard perfect for pets & kids
- Fire pit in the backyard

📶 Amenities
- Fast WiFi + Roku Smart TV
- Nest-controlled central heat & A/C
- Free driveway parking
- Washer/dryer access in basement
- Keyless entry for smooth check-in

📍 Location Highlights
- 5-min drive / 20-min walk to Broad Ripple Village
- Blocks from Monon Trail & local eats
- 5-min drive to Butler University

✅ Good to Know
- Professionally cleaned after every stay
- Pet-friendly (fee applies)
- Exterior security camera for your safety
- Early check-in/late check-out available upon request
- guest support—just a message away

💬 Guest Love:
“Beautiful brick house in a historic, walkable neighborhood. Safe, stylish, and perfect for our toddler and dog.”
“Everything exceeded expectations. The California vibe was spot-on. Beds were super comfy, and the kitchen was impressively stocked.”

Guest access
Keyless check in/check out.

Guests have full access to the house, garage, driveway, and basement (where the washer/dryer are located), and backyard. Excluding a locked supply closet, private owners room in basement.

Other things to note
We are excited to host you and want to ensure a smooth and enjoyable stay!

This property is equipped with exterior security cameras. These are actively monitored to ensure a secure and comfortable stay. Tampering with the cameras will result in additional fees.

Other things to note
Make the most of your stay with our flexible check-in and check-out options:

Early Check-In
• Available from 2:00 PM for a flat rate of $35
• Alternatively, $20 per half hour for arrivals between 2:00 PM and standard check-in time

Late Check-Out
• Extend your stay until 12:00 PM for $35
• Or $20 per half hour between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM

Please note: Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and based on our cleaning schedule. We kindly ask for at least 48 hours’ notice to confirm either option. Let us know your preference and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

This property is dog-friendly, but we do have house rules and a pet fee in place. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

As always, we are just a message away, and have 24/7 communication. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need us!

Registration Details
SRP-000087

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 129 reviews.

Guest favorite
This home is in the top 1% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

You’ll be staying just minutes from Broad Ripple Village, one of Indianapolis’ most popular and energetic neighborhoods. Known for its mix of local restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, breweries, and nightlife, Broad Ripple offers a lively yet welcoming atmosphere that’s easy to explore. The nearby Monon Trail provides a scenic route for walking, running, or biking, while the surrounding Meridian-Kessler area adds a quieter, residential feel with tree-lined streets and classic Indy charm. With convenient access to Butler University and an easy drive to downtown, this location delivers the best of Indy—walkable, local, and well-connected.

Meet your host

Superhost
3,180 reviews
4.66 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
My work: Home Base
Welcome to Home Base! We’re a local team that lives and works right here in the area, and we take a lot of pride in caring for a small collection of high-quality homes. We love helping guests make the most of their experience—whether that’s pointing you to our go-to coffee spot, sharing family-friendly ideas, or recommending a great dinner after a long adventure day. We're here if you need anything at all leading up to and during your stay with us. We can’t wait to host you!

Home Base is a Superhost

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Co-hosts

  • Kathy

Host details

Response rate: 99%
Responds within an hour
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