About the house
& our location
Located across from the Walker Boating Ramp,
US highway 36 and 1050 E.
Rockville, Indiana 47872
Rooms & Amenities
Completely renovated 1980's unique A-Frame home,
located just minutes from Raccoon Lake and boat ramps.
Nestled on 5 acres of land this vacation rental offers plenty of seclusion in its wooded surroundings.
Three bedrooms. Two full baths. Sleeps 6-8 people.
Enjoy this completely renovated home that is five minutes away from the beach at Raccoon Lake.
-2000 sq. ft.
-3 beds (1 king, 2 queens, and a blow up queen mattress in the closet of the master bedroom) , 3 bedrooms, 2 FULL bathrooms
-large multi level decks and fire pit
-gas grill (1st tank provided)
-4 beach chairs and a beach wagon (located in master bedroom closet)
-five acres of land for exploring
-free park pass to get into Raccoon Lake Park
-central air
-fully updated
-washer and dryer
-on-site parking
-free Wi-Fi
-full streaming services on tvs
-keyless entry
-ring doorbell camera for safety. No cameras inside of home.
-coffee station (Cold and Hot Brew)
-unique selfie room!
-paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap
-truly a must see!
The Space:
Completely renovated three bedrooms, two full baths home located on five acres of land. Unique A frame and open floor plan.
Guest access:
You will have access to the whole house and private yard.
Other things to note:
This home is surrounded by 5 acres of woods.
There is wildlife big and small all around and depending on the season you may see bugs, deer etc... Keep an eye on the weather to plan accordingly. If you're looking for the charm of the Indiana outdoors with the amenities of a modern home this will be perfect for you.
There are 2 exterior Ring cameras to monitor the exterior/security of our home. One is a ring doorbell at the front door and the other ring doorbell is located at the sliding glass doors on the lower deck.
Parking: Gravel driveway. (3 to 4 cars) driveway slopes downhill (would recommend using emergency break). In the winter 4WD/AWD recommended.
Photos of The Walker Getaway Vacation Rental Home
Three bedrooms on separate levels. Two bathrooms.
Sleeps 6-8
Additional Blow-up Queen Mattress in Master Closet
THE LOCALE
things to do,
things to see,
places to eat...
Rockville, Indiana
Rockville, known as the “covered bridge capital of the world,” is a beautiful small town in Parke County. As of 2017, Rockville hosts a population of 2,523 people. Founded in 1803, Rockville is an hour and twenty minutes from Indianapolis and a half-hour drive from Terre Haute. It is also only fifteen minutes from Turkey Run State Park, a popular spot for visitors and locals alike. In addition to its great location, Rockville has many antique shops, museums, and covered bridges.
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1880's Roller Mill (view audio slideshow)
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Tours and Corn Grinding Demonstrations
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Archery Range
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Basketball Courts
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Boating / 5 Launch Ramps
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Fishing / Ice Fishing
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Fishing Pier (open when water level permits)
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Hiking Trails
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Horseshoe Pits
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Picnicking / Shelterhouses
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Playground Equipment
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Rental - Fishing Boats, Pontoons
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Swimming / Beach (Policy)
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Volleyball Courts
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Waterskiing
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Wildlife Viewing Areas
Restaurants
Aaron's on the Square
(765) 731-1500
123 S Jefferson St, Rockville, IN 47872
Comar's Cafe
(765) 592-4456
110 North Main Street Rosedale, Indiana 47874
Amore Pizza King
(765) 569-6330
1195 N Lincoln Rd, Rockville, IN 47872
Covered Bridge Coffee
(765) 344-5213
7472 US-41, Rosedale, IN 47874
Moores Bar & Restaurant
(765)-653-9939
17 S Indiana St, Greencastle, IN 46135
The Narrows Restaurant at Turkey Run Inn
(765) 569-0721
1250 N Lincoln Rd, Rockville, IN 47872
The Fluttering Duck
2 W Seminary St, Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 658-1006
Almost Home Restaurant
17 W Franklin St, Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-5788
Bars & Wineries
The Ranch Rockville
(765) 344-4237
8608 E Us Highway 36, Rockville, IN 47872
Thirty Six Saloon
(765) 569-9441
108 E Ohio St, Rockville, IN 47872
VFW Paul Taylor Post 1752
(765) 569-9411
213 W Ohio St, Rockville, IN 47872
Cross at a Walk Britton Winery
6456 S Bridgeton Rd, Rockville, IN 47872
Drunk Tank Winery - Old Jail Inn Parke County
*In the kitchen in the wicker basket is the park pass so guests don't have to pay to get into the Raccoon Park!
Things to do
Raccoon Lake Park Beach
Our home is located just a 5 minute drive to beach at Raccoon Park. Free pass to get in, located in Kitchen wicker basket.
Hiking
Our Walker Getaway Vacation Home is located on five acres of land, with a creek running through it. Perfect opportunity to explore the area, creek and wildlife without even having to get into your car.
Boating
Our home is located right across the street from the Walker boating ramp.
Raccoon Lake offers five different boating ramps. More information can be found here:
https://www.raccoonlakeparkecounty.com/boating
Hobson Adventure Farm
Since 2004, Hobson Adventure Farm in rural Rockville, Indiana has been creating family traditions. From the Fall Festival complete with a corn maze and pumpkin patch to the budding zoo with exotic animals, we invite you to laugh, learn, and enjoy the moments cherished with family and friends at our farm.
Places to see
Raccoon Lake (Cecil M Harden Lake) is popular attraction to the Rockville area. The lake is a 2,060-acre federal flood control reservoir managed by the Corp of Engineers and the DNR.
Raccoon Lake is a great camping, boating, and fishing spot, particularly in the summertime.
Visitors enjoy over 8 miles of hiking trails with views of rocky cliffs, the lake, second-growth forests, and prairie restorations.
Covered Bridges
Rockville has has 31 covered bridges. In fact, Parke County is home to more covered bridges than any other county in the world. Every year, Parke County hosts the famous Covered Bridge Festival, which more than 2 million people attend every year. The Covered Bridge Festival presents a great opportunity to learn more about the area’s history, shop, and indulge in delicious food from local vendors. Rockville and the surrounding areas are also home to a growing Amish community.