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Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus

Vacation home near Indiana University Bloomington in Bloomington

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Bar (on property)
Interior
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62711 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bloomington, IN
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana University Bloomington
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Bloomington

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Bloomington vacation home, you'll find Butler Winery & Vineyard and Bloomington Community Farmers' Market. Cook Family Health Center and Monroe County Courthouse are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Wonderlab Science Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Indiana University Auditorium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Yogi’s Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Upland Brewing Company Brew Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Video Saloon - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus

Formerly the Scholars Inn Gourmet Cafe and Wine Bar, luxury accomodations await you and your friends for your next visit to Bloomington and the IU campus. Every inch of this home built in 1845 has been lovingly restored with modern amenities while maintaining respect for its rich history. All 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths are newly constructed with beautiful tile and fixtures. A brand new kitchen is situated where the bar once stood and will allow for casual or formal entertaining. The home can be rented in its entirety sleeping up to 10 people or each floor can be rented separately. The main floor has 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half baths, kitchen, living room, patio and large side deck. It can accommodate up to 6 guests with ADA access. The VRBO listing for the main floor unit (A) is 1943515. The upstairs is a 1 bedroom suite with its own living room, kitchenette, full bath, bonus full-sized bed sleeping room and large outdoor deck as well, sleeping up to 4. The VRBO listing for the upstairs unit (B) is 1994566. The decor is modern, eclectic, whimsical and fun with a nod to it's past life as a Bloomington landmark restaurant and bar. There are 5 large flat screen smart TV's, 2 upstairs(B) and 3 downstairs(A), board games, a sound system, vintage record player with vinyl, and lots of books for entertainment and relaxation. We are walking distance to the downtown restaurants and bars, Farmers Market and shops, as well as the IU campus and stadiums. The property is easy to get to from I-69, and we have plenty of parking. Make sure to book both listings if booking the house in its entirety and be sure to cross-check availability. VRBO 1943515 (A) downstairs unit and VRBO 1994566 (B) upstairs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,711 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
Parties may be allowed with owner permission.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Parties may be allowed with owner permission.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Parties may be allowed with owner permission. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Luxury Vacation Rental in the Heart of Bloomington the IU Campus

Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus to the airport?

This vacation home is 43.8 mi (54-min drive) away from the Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus to the beach?

This vacation home is 11.8 mi (20-min drive) from Paynetown Beach.

Does Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus to downtown Bloomington?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Bloomington.