[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! Family-friendly vacation home in Fort Wayne ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105381200/105381143/5e86e3ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105381200/105381143/a4e4884a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105381200/105381143/4e5e34f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105381200/105381143/w1666h1120x0y0-4fedaec4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105390000/105381200/105381143/7b9ab845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! Retreat from the hustle and bustle at this peaceful and centrally-located apartment. Located in the lovely historic neighborhood of Lakeside, the guest house is a short walk to Lakeside Park and Rose Gardens as well as downtown Fort Wayne. As part of a recent restoration of an historic home, the Lake Avenue Guest House is an attached apartment that provides everything you'll need for a comfortable weekend away or home-base for your business trip. All the amenities you desire wrapped up in the character of its history. Settle into your soft leather furniture to watch the game or your favorite movie on the Hulu-equipped, Roku Smart TV. Enjoy a card game or a jigsaw puzzle from the armoire to relax after a long day of work or sight-seeing. Your kitchen is well-equipped with everything you'll need (including three different types of coffee-makers!) and a personal-chef may be available for booking ahead of time. Up the stairway, you'll find a fresh and bright bathroom with luxurious tile shower. Your bedroom is furnished with a cozy, medium-firm, king-sized bed with plenty of pillows and high-end bedding. Our guests have told us how hard it is to get out of bed in the morning! The walk-in closet provides a shelf just for your luggage. You'll also find plenty of hangers, a full-sized ironing board, iron, and portable fan there for your convenience. Enjoy a movie on the large Roku Smart TV as you drift off to sleep. Across the hall, you'll find our library which is equipped with a comfortable twin bed and equally comfortable trundle pull-out. If you're travelling with little ones, we can provide a pack and play upon request. Each bedroom is equipped with a white-noise machine and ceiling fan. You'll be in complete control of the temperature of your space with a thermostat in the living room. And should you need to do laundry while you're here, you've been provided with full-sized machines and detergent hidden away in your apartment. In your down time. take a little walk to our beautiful neighborhood rose gardens or award-winning coffee shop, stroll through our historic neighborhood or if you're up for a longer outing, take a walk across the bridge to our amazing local downtown restaurants! Jump in the car and make the short drive to our famous Fort Wayne Children's Zoo--it's great for adults, too! Enjoy your stay! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Cycling nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming 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 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104530000/104524400/104524361/d5f5d605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### \>> Garden Suite << Zoo \\ Walking Paths \\ Downtown \\ Parks \\ MarioKart Northwest - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 33 reviews CA $82 CA $175 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=104524361&PinnedHotelID=104524361&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99670000/99661100/99661091/eb731a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedrooms, king bed, free parking Near Downtown Packard - 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We have a strict no pets policy. This is a non-smoking home. Please no smoking or vaping of any kind in the house or on the property. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: portable crib and high chair provided on request ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.08665%2C-85.12534&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FUCIosZSeccjeY7SV3LP8pqOXLw=) Fort Wayne, IN #### What's nearby - Grand Wayne Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km - Embassy Theatre - 2 min drive - 2.1 km - Parkview Field - 2 min drive - 2.5 km - Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.2 km - Allen County War Memorial Coliseum - 5 min drive - 3.8 km #### Getting around - Fort Wayne Intl. Airport (FWA) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Don Hall's Old Gas House Restaurant - ‬15 min walk - ‪Acme By Full Circle - ‬15 min walk - ‪Penny Drip - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Pub At 1802 - ‬16 min walk - ‪The Deck - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!? > As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! on Oct 23, 2025 start from CA $157.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Wayne-Hotels-Historic-Urban-Retreat-Fit-For-A-KING.h105381143.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! located? > Located in Historic Northeast, this family-friendly Fort Wayne vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lakeside Park & Rose Garden and Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Science Central and Promenade Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Historic Urban Retreat Fit for a KING! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda R. Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful house, quiet and spacious. Great location! ##### Amanda R. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Myron H. Feb 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very accommodating Well lit very inviting ##### Myron H. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick F. May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little Getaway Spot This property made the perfect spot for my girls, my best friend of 20 years and i to relax and enjoy the evening it was so close to downtown Ft. WAYNE and The Allen County Memorial Coliseum. We appreciated the special little touches of comfort throughout the home and the owners were so nice ##### Rick F. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhaya K. Jun 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! This place was a perfect getaway for me and my husband. Everything was so clean and tidy. The host had extra supplies/hygiene items that were the best touch to the place. ##### Rhaya K. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Dylon R. Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Short but sweet We had a great stay at the property and were close to downtown which we enjoyed. Thank you again! ##### Dylon R. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April J. Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay This house was just what we were looking for! It was cute, clean, and had everything we needed. We were able to walk to Michiana Wine Fest easily. My only regret is not staying to enjoy the home longer. It was so comfortable and inviting! ##### April J. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fort Wayne This property was on point. The host was absolutely excellent and the property was very clean and described perfectly. Although we only stayed one night, should we ever need lodging in Fort Wayne again, we know the first place we are looking. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine U. May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay Wonderful stay. Got caught up with the bathtub listing. The place was excellent. Thank you. It worked out well ##### Christine U. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott W. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Moving Home from College This was perfect for us. The host was so gracious and accommodating to my husband and I as we worked to move our daughter home from college. I would definitely stay here again! The house is beautiful and the location is amazing! Thank you! ##### Scott W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### chelby c. Jun 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Quaint Place! The neighborhood seemed nice, and the apartment itself was very cute. We loved the style, and all the decor. Everything was super accommodating from check in, the stay, and check out. We only stayed one night, but if I am back in the area I would definitely stay again! The popcorn and chocolates were a nice treat! Thank you for your generosity! ##### chelby c. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura May 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This historic property is a two level unit in the downtown area of Fort Wayne. The unit is part of a historic house attached to that of the hostess. It was extremely clean. Lori, the hostess, pays special attention to detail and the needs of patrons. Lori greeted us and gave us advice on places to eat and visit. The house is near some beautiful gardens and some very impressive historic homes. There was plenty of street parking available. I would definitely stay here again if I were in the area. ##### Laura Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Spyros K. Nov 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Stay The whole experience was excellent. I highly recommend it. ##### Spyros K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana B. Jun 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick Overnight We stayed here while heading home, what a lovely place to stay for a night. Much better than a hotel. Comfortable, clean & quiet. ##### Diana B. 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