Bloomington, Indiana
We take extra measures to ensure that our guesthouse is immaculate, and our guests have left their comments and appreciations. It's our promise to our guests.
Whether you are visiting for a couple of days or for an extended stay, our unique guesthouse will give you that "home away from home" while taking in all the sights and activities that Bloomington has to offer year round. Our guesthouse is located just 5 minutes from downtown Bloomington and 8 minutes from the IU campus. The house has been newly renovated and sits on an acre of land bordered by woods. You will have convenient access to Bloomington while enjoying a country setting. The entire house has been newly painted from floor to ceiling, and the hardwood floors have been carefully refinished. Each room has its own color scheme and attention has been paid to comfortable furnishings and decor.
The living room is furnished with lovely antiques, a beautiful Persian rug, large couch, and a big-screen TV. There are also various board games and a nice selection of books for your enjoyment.
The newly painted large country kitchen overlooks the acre of land and has brand new cabinets and flooring. It includes a wrought iron glass-topped table with chairs, full-sized stove and refrigerator, microwave oven, coffee makers, and toaster. It is well stocked with tableware and dishes, glassware and coffee mugs, along with cooking and baking pots and pans and utensils. There is also a pantry with paper goods, iron and ironing board and hair dryer.
The larger of the 2 bedrooms has a queen-sized bed with head and foot boards, antique dresser and chair, plus lamps, nightstands and a suitcase stand. The other bedroom has 2 twin beds, along with antique dresser, lamp, chair, and suitcase stand. Both bedrooms have quality brand new bedding, including fine-threaded sheets, new pillows, fluffy duvet, and quilted bedspreads.
The bathroom has been completely remodeled with all new tiling and tub with shower. A cabinet includes small individual bottles of shampoo, individual bars of soap, along with new toothbrushes -- all to be used and enjoyed during your stay. Towels are big and fuffy -- your own "spahhh"!
Outside, there is a front porch with a wrought iron table and 2 chairs, and in the back is a picnic area with metal table and chairs that look out upon the woods. There is also a large parking area.
Each party of guests is treated to our "starter pack" which includes a bottle of wine, another of sparkling water, freshly baked scones, and in the fridge you will cream. There is also a large selection of coffees and teas for your enjoyment.
There is a "House Manual" which includes information on aspects of the house and its electronics, house rules, along with plenty of recommendations on places to see, things to do, and local restaurants.
Guests will have access to the whole house (except the basement) via the front door along with a back door leading to the back yard. Entry through the front door is by way of a personal 4-digit code given to each guest prior to their arrival.
Please be aware that the owners may on occasion access the basement area through a separate entrance.
The owners do not live on site, but they are just a few minutes away should the need arise. They can be reached by phone, with numbers included in the "House Manual."
NO PETS-- to honor and protect others allergies.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING in the house. If you or someone in your group smokes outside, please be sure and dispose of cigarette butts, etc., by placing them in the trash can just off the parking area.
NO DRUGS, ANYWHERE, either inside or outside the house. It is the law.
We have made every effort to provide the most convenient and comfortable place possible, and appreciate guests treating it as their own home. If you are looking for a "party house," this is not that place. We rent to guests who truly appreciate the care and attention we have made to this house. We also enjoy renting the home to people from far and wide and will do whatever we can to make your Bloomington visit one to remember.
I was in need of a get away and this was the perfect place. It was so warm and cozy and had every amenity. We spent a lot of time on the back porch playing board games and relaxing. The beds were so comfortable that every night was a restful one. I would highly recommend this adorable house to anyone who wants a getaway that is a short distance to any store imaginable.
Great spot to stay if you are visiting Bloomington. Nice and clean and convenient to everything. Hosts were great and stay was easy.
My husband and I were visiting our adult grandson and his wife. This little cottage was perfect. It was close to the kids, had a beautiful yard and was comfortable and homelike. The hosts left wine and sparkling water and brought delicious cranberry walnut scones from their bakery! I noticed many repeat visitors in the guest book because it is so convenient to IU and the stadium.
The property was great! A nice welcome surprise and the location is secluded, but right in the city - a great location. All was great for our two nights and getting our girl settled back at school. A great alternative then we have done in the past. Thanks!
Great little house on a large private lot close to IU. Cozy and warm. Great beds. Hosts are very welcoming and available
Very clean and well kept. A home away from home. We will stay again if the opportunity presents itself.
This is the 5th time we have stayed here and with good reason. The house is always immaculate. The owners are so nice and helpful. The communication is just right. And the house is very comfortable. It feels like home.
I have stayed here multiple times and it never disappoints. The home is very clean and cozy. I have everything I need in the kitchen to prepare meals. The owners are very responsive and kind. I highly recommend this property.
Little gem in Bloomington! This home became our home away from home while our child attended IU. The home is spotless, homey, and comfortable. A perfect place after a long day! The hosts are thoughtful and leave wine and scones to enjoy when you arrive. Such a nice touch!
What a lovely second stay at your house in Bloomington. Very clean, welcoming and comfortable. Looking forward to staying there again :-) thank you for your wonderful hospitality.
This property is very clean and organized and the owners are excellent with communication! You can definitely tell they take great pride in their home!
We appreciated being able to gather together at this home - it was comfortable and there were 6-7 of us sharing a meal and visiting, and 3 who stayed there - one couple and one single. It was cozy and comfy. We were able to show our photos from Scotland on the TV as well! Thanks again for your help. We may see you again!
Very nice accommodations. Could certainly see that the Owners are willing to do the little things to make the stay special.
Very clean
This is the third time we have rented this property. It is consistently one of the cleanest and most inviting places we have stayed. The owners checked in while we were there to make sure all was well. I highly recommend this property.
Very comfortable home for our IU football weekend. Hosts were excellent communicators and left special bakery treats and wine. Would definitely stay again.
We loved this beautifully remodeled home with so many amenities. A country setting, but just a few miles from the IU stadium. All the supplies and necessities' we needed were there including luxury towels and bedding. Everything was just wonderful; wish we could have stayed longer. THX Louise and Rick!
The house is very clean, comfortable and quaint. Backyard is surrounded by trees so feels secluded. Watched deer eating in the yard. Owners left us a bottle of wine and scones which was a nice treat. Only drawback is how close it is to freeway noise and surrounding area is a bit industrial-type businesses. Otherwise it ticked all the boxes we needed ticked for our weekend of hiking, biking and brewery hopping!
This was the perfect location for our short trip to Bloomington, just a 5 minute drive from downtown!
Lovely home & stay
This is our second stay at this home. Like the first stay, the property was very clean and had everything needed for comfort. The owners communicate well and are very welcoming (scones and beverages on arrival). This has become our go-to lodging when traveling to Bloomington. We know we will have a great experience.
I have stayed at many VRBO properties over the years, and this one was definitely the cleanest. The home was very comfortable. We appreciated the goodies that the owners provided. The location was what we were looking for - there was a nice yard with a deck overlooking it and space between us and the other properties in the area. I will book this property whenever we are back in Bloomington.
We stayed at this property on IU graduation weekend. The owners, Louise and Rick were so easy to communicate with. The property was immaculate, updated and lots of extra amenities. The property is in a quiet location, very close to Indiana University as well.
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