Downtown Nashville / Van Buren Street
Shopping & DiningA walkable village of artisan shops, candy stores, galleries, and home-cooked restaurants — the heart of Brown County.

A Local Guide
Cottage Court Getaway puts you minutes from downtown Nashville, Brown County State Park, local restaurants, shops, trails, wineries, and more.
Local Area Guide
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A walkable village of artisan shops, candy stores, galleries, and home-cooked restaurants — the heart of Brown County.
Wood-fired pizza and craft beer in the heart of downtown Nashville. A reliable favorite for couples and families alike.
Estate wines, a relaxed tasting room, and a beautiful patio. A staple of any Brown County weekend.
Downtown tasting room pouring Indiana-made wines, ciders, and meads in a cozy setting.
Charming local café for a slow morning coffee, breakfast, or lunch before exploring downtown.
Historic gallery featuring works from the famed Brown County art colony and contemporary regional artists.
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Indiana's largest state park — nearly 16,000 acres of forested ridges, overlooks, trails, and scenic drives. The iconic double-decker covered bridge marks the entrance.
Interactive exhibits, a live raptor display, and a famous bird-viewing window. A perfect rainy-afternoon stop with kids.
A scenic ~1.5-mile loop around Ogle Lake — easy, shaded, and family friendly. One of the most popular hikes in the park.
A quieter alternative to Ogle Lake — woodland trail with great wildlife sightings and peaceful lake views.
Climb the historic fire tower for sweeping views over the Brown County hills — unforgettable at sunset and during fall foliage.
An 1880 covered bridge over Bean Blossom Creek — a beloved photo stop just minutes from the cottage.
Over 23,000 acres of forest, lakes, and quiet backroads — perfect for hiking, paddling, and scenic drives off the beaten path.
A 325-acre destination distillery with craft cocktails, scratch-kitchen dining, fire pits, and guided tours. A standout date-night spot.
Tucked-away historic inn with an intimate, candlelit restaurant. One of the most romantic dinners in southern Indiana.
A small campus of historic buildings, exhibits, and a working blacksmith shop. Easy, low-key stop with kids.
Step inside restored 19th-century log cabins inside Brown County State Park — a quick, memorable history stop for families.
A personal favorite for authentic Thai in downtown Nashville. Tell them Andrew sent you.
Vibrant Mexican spot with hearty plates and margaritas — a go-to for casual dinners in Nashville.
Cottage Court Getaway is just minutes from downtown Nashville, Indiana, making it easy to explore Brown County State Park, local wineries, breweries, restaurants, shops, art galleries, scenic drives, and seasonal events — then come back to a private luxury getaway at the end of the day.
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