Welcome to Our Neck of the Woods
Hi! We’re Clint and Kara—the husband-and-wife team behind the Brown County Barn Burner.
We built the Barn Burner because we’ve been in your shoes. We know how tough it is to find a space that actually works for a large group—one with enough room to gather, spaces to retreat when needed, and details that make the experience effortless.
Whether you’re planning a family reunion, retreat, milestone celebration, or business gathering, we wanted to create a place where you can focus on what really matters: spending time together.
So, we took everything we’ve learned from years of hosting, designing spaces, and traveling in groups and built the Barn Burner from the ground up—thoughtfully designed, stocked with care, and ready for your next unforgettable trip.
Why We Built the Barn Burner
We both grew up taking big family trips—road-tripping across the U.S., staying in houseboats, ski lodges, and cabins. Some of our best memories come from those trips, but we also know the headache of trying to find lodging that works for everyone.
Now, as adults, planning big group and family trips (Clint’s immediate family alone has 10 adults + 11 kids that are still too young to drive!) has shown us just how rare it is to find a place that:
Has enough space without feeling cramped
Offers privacy when needed but also room to gather
Eliminates the hassle of coordinating multiple hotel rooms or rentals
That’s exactly why we built the Barn Burner—so you can spend less time managing logistics and more time making memories.
A Stay that Feels Effortless, Yet Special
Great hospitality isn’t just about providing a place to sleep—it’s about designing a space where guests feel instantly at home.
Every inch of the Barn Burner was personally designed, sourced, and built by us.
90% of the furniture, rugs, and decor are vintage or antique, giving the space a welcoming, lived-in feel.
We DIY almost everything—because we love creating spaces that are functional, beautiful, and full of character.
From salvaged wood walls to high-end bedding, we’ve thought of every detail to make your stay both comfortable and memorable.
We believe in thoughtful design and seamless function—a space that makes gathering easy and stress-free, where nothing feels too precious to actually enjoy.
More About Us
We met in college in 2005, got married in 2009, and spent years moving around Indiana before putting down roots in Brown County in 2016. Since then, we’ve:
Renovated multiple homes together (always DIY-style)
Road-tripped across the U.S. with our kids in our homemade camper.
Fallen in love with Brown County’s small-town charm and outdoor adventures.
We didn’t take a straight path to get here, but now we can’t imagine our lives any other way.
Some other things you should probably know about us:
💪 We will DIY almost anything (sometimes to our detriment), but we love learning, problem-solving, and the sense of accomplishment that comes from creating something ourselves.
🌎 We love to travel. From international trips to places like South Africa and Thailand to camping and road-tripping across the US, we’re always up for an adventure.
🌄 We spend as much time outside as possible. Kara’s into gardening and hiking, Clint’s into mountain biking and fixing anything mechanical.
👨👩👧👧 We are so happy to be raising our daughters in a literal log cabin in the woods, and we hope they grow up knowing that big dreams don’t happen overnight, but with focus, flexibility, and a little imagination, almost anything is possible.
What Guides Us
At the Barn Burner, we believe great hospitality is more than just providing a place to stay—it’s about creating an experience that feels effortless, welcoming, and intentionally designed. From thoughtful details to generous amenities, we’ve built a space that makes group travel easy, stress-free, and memorable.
Our core values shape everything we do—from how we designed this space to the way we show up for our guests, community, and team.
We LOVE THIS TOWN AND WANT YOU TO, TOO.
We’ve spent our lives renovating, road-tripping, and planning get-togethers with big groups—and now we’ve found our corner of paradise in Brown County.
So, thanks for being here—we hope to host you at the Barn Burner soon. And no matter where you stay, we hope you leave loving this town as much as we do.
located at 185 S Jefferson St in Nashville, INdiana
The Brown County Barn Burner is located near the corner of Jefferson and Washington Streets. It’s a quiet corner of town, but still just a few easy walkable blocks from the heart of Nashville, Indiana and all it has to offer – including shopping, restaurants, art galleries and studios, coffee shops, and much more.