New Local Owners for The Sherman

February 9, 2026 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – The Sherman, the historic boutique inn anchoring downtown Batesville, has been acquired and is now under new local ownership and is being managed by Immaculata Management LLC, led by principals Tim Catalano, Leron Giesting, and Tim Hill.

The acquisition marks a new chapter for the 22-room historic property while preserving the legacy established through years of restoration and operation by previous owners Peyton Hughes and Georg Heringer, who will remain active and involved in day-to-day operations during the transition.

They will continue as legacy partners into the future.

“Their ongoing presence ensures the inn’s spirit and continuity remain intact; The Sherman would not be what it is without their care and dedication,” reads a statement from The Sherman.

Immaculata Management LLC is a locally-based ownership and operating group formed specifically to guide the next phase of The Sherman with an emphasis on stewardship, hospitality and downtown vitality.

Hill will serve as full-time General Manager. He is stepping away from a 20-year career in real estate development and design leadership in Indianapolis and Cincinnati to focus on daily operations and community engagement.

The Sherman currently includes an inn and specialty gift shop and this spring, the BierHaus and Biergarten will reopen under a newly signed lease operator. This opening only affects the factory restaurant and biergarten.

Plans to open the 1852 and Black Forest Bar are pending. The BierHaus and Biergarten will open first.

Official say planned enhancements under the new owners will be thoughtful and measured, with no interruption to current operations.

For information and updates, visit www.The-Sherman.com or call (812) 934-1000.