THE SHERMAN

The Sherman is a remarkable 22-room boutique destination that has been a favorite resting place for weary and hungry travelers since the time of Lincoln. Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Batesville a convenient midway meeting point between Indianapolis and Cincinnati The Sherman is a well-loved locale for the people of the town and an important Indiana landmark. Comprehensively renovated in 2016-2017 and cloaked in historical photographs The Sherman offers a rich combination of old and new with an authentic German ambiance throughout. The number of boutique guest rooms is 22 and no two are alike. Each one is exquisitely designed to refresh and calm. Beautiful and comfortable very European. Enriched with modern conveniences our rooms are stylishly decorated with pastel colors wood floors marble-tiled bathrooms and walk-in showers white shutters crown molding and more. All beds have soft linens and firm mattresses allowing pleasant back support and deep sleep. Guests are invited to experience all of The Sherman including the unique Circa 1852 Restaurant with its timber beams private alcoves and old world charm. The restaurant offers dinners an exotic refined experience ideal for celebrating special occasions yet cozy-comfortable for a casual afternoon or evening get-together. Reminiscent of German biergartens the recently added Sherman Biergarten features live music every Friday and Saturday night from April through October. With its own menu great beers grass-fed beef burgers and margaritas it worth a visit even if you don not stay in the hotel. We will be closing the adjacent streets for one block to host two of the towns largest festivals Folksfest in May and Oktoberfest in September. The Black Forest Bar also a new addition invokes the spirit of the Black Forest region in Germany. Filled with inspiring art an original Black Forest cuckoo clock and a handmade traditional Bolenhut worn in the region you will be looking over your shoulder for wicked witches or Little Red Riding Hood. Don not worry we have chased out all the wolves leaving just the magic of a great experience. The Sherman offers a variety of options for meetings parties or private dining. The Hillenbrand room with fireplace ambiance the Lone Star room with a touch of South Texas and the Boehringer Hall meeting room provide eclectic flexible settings for entertaining inspiring selling promoting dancing or lecturing. Let us help you host your next event with the perfect backdrop for you to shine through.