Things to do

Everything within reach of a NatureStay weekend — from the fire pit outside your door to downtown Indianapolis, 15–35 minutes away.

On the properties

Fishing

Ruby Ranch's private 3-acre lake and Patton Lake, right outside your door.

White River paddling

Guided kayak and canoe trips run from Ruby Ranch — see Experiences.

Farm life

Horses, trails, fire pits, and hot tubs on 60 acres.

Nature & parks

Morgan-Monroe State Forest

24,000 acres of hardwood forest, hiking trails, and fishing lakes — minutes from Martinsville.

Brown County State Park

Indiana's largest state park and its most famous fall color, about an hour southeast.

McCormick's Creek State Park

Indiana's first state park — canyon, falls, and trails, an easy drive west.

White River

Fishing and paddling through central Indiana.

Indianapolis (15–35 minutes)

Downtown Indy

The Canal Walk, Mass Ave restaurants, and pro sports year-round.

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The racing capital of the world and its museum.

Children's Museum of Indianapolis

The largest children's museum in the world.

Indianapolis Zoo & White River State Park

A full family day in one riverside campus.

Eat, drink & play

Martinsville

The 'City of Mineral Water' — antique shops, local diners, and classic drive-ins.

Golf

Public courses dot the corridor between Martinsville and Indianapolis.

Wineries & breweries

Indiana wine country and Indy's craft beer scene are both within reach.

Festivals & concerts

Indy's calendar runs all year — ask us what's on during your stay.

Not sure what's on?

We live here. Call or text and we'll point you to the best of what's happening during your stay.

+1 (317) 313-1837