Shipshewana is in northern Indiana, in Amish Country. It is the third-largest Amish community. The small town features the biggest flea market in the Midwest and 18 miles of the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail. The home of “plain people,” according to Shipshewana.org, gives you the opportunity to tour an Amish farm and view the town in an Amish buggy. Shipshewana hosts a variety of auctions and antiques shows throughout the year, including the Toy Auction, Folk Art Auction and the Shipshewana Antique Market show. If you are considering a trip to Shipshewana, you can locate motels within minutes from the Shipshewana Flea Market.
The Shipshewana Super 8 motel is near Highway 20. The hotel features standard accommodations with flat-screen televisions and free Internet access. Every morning the staff prepares a complimentary hot breakfast. Other dining options within 10 miles include Chicago Pizza, Blue Gate and Lone Star BBQ. Attractions within 15 miles of the property include the Horse and Antique Auction and the famed Amish Flea Market.
Shipshewana Super 8
740 Van Buren St.
Shipshewana, IN 46565
260-768-4004
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Approximately 16 Amish families constructed the 30-room Der Ruhe Motel. Rooms come with pure oak furnishings, wireless Internet connection, refrigerators and cable channels. The hotel features an on-site gift shop and free daily breakfast. Places of interest include the Livestock Auction and the indoor Splash Universe Water Park. Activities nearby include Amish buggy rides and Amish farm tours.
Der Rube Blatz Motel
S. Van Buren St.
Shipshewana, IN 46565
260-768-7750
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The Farmstead Inn & Conference Center is across from the Shipshewana’s Flea Market. The 154-room inn offers traditional guest rooms, two-room suites and connecting rooms with writing desk and lounge chairs. You have access to on-site activities including ping-pong, swimming and basketball. In addition, the conference center accommodates up to 500 people. The on-site Auction Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other restaurants within five miles includes Blue Gate and Subway.
Farmstead Inn & Conference Center
370 S. Van Buren St.
P. O. Box 185
Shipshewana, IN 46565
260-768-4595
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