StayIU: B-Town Bungalow • Walk to IU & Kirkwood • Quiet Street + Porch

Bloomington, Indiana
$443 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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B-TOWN BUNGALOW: WALK TO IU • KIRKWOOD • DOWNTOWN
2 BR • 2 BA • SLEEPS 8 • QUIET STREET • BIG FRONT PORCH
Hosted by STAYIU: 10+ YEARS OF FIVE-STAR HOSPITALITY
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SETTING
Kick back on one of Bloomington’s best front porches and enjoy a quiet, tree-lined street, while still being a short walk to IU’s Sample Gates, Kirkwood dining/shops, and downtown. Close to everything, yet calm when you’re home. Ideal for visiting your Indiana University student, alumni weekends, campus tours, and Jacobs School of Music or IU ballet performances.

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FRONT PORCH
Kick back on one of Bloomington’s best porches before or after campus events. Morning coffee, evening chats, and an easy place to reconnect.

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WHY STAY HERE
• Truly walkable to campus, restaurants, coffee, and performances
• Comfortable home base for parent visits, alumni weekends, campus tours, Jacobs School of Music & ballet
• Experienced, responsive hosts who keep things simple and clear

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THE SPACE: 2 BEDROOMS • 2 FULL BATHS • SLEEPS 8
• BEDROOM 1: King bed • blackout shades • smart TV • PRIVATE ENSUITE (full bath)
• BEDROOM 2: Two double beds • blackout shades • smart TV
• LIVING ROOM: Queen sleeper sofa
• CRIB: Full-size crib available on site

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WHAT GUESTS APPRECIATE
• The porch and truly walkable location
• Clear instructions and quick communication
• A spotless, updated home that “just works” for campus visits
• Experienced, professional hosting with no surprises

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KITCHEN (BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED)
Set up for real cooking with full-size appliances and essentials, perfect for making your student’s favorite meal and catching up around the table.

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COMFORT
Central heat/AC • In-home washer/dryer • Fast Wi-Fi • Smart TVs • Amazing 200+ piece vinyl collection

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WHO IT’S FOR
Parents visiting students • Alumni weekends • Campus tours • Performances at Jacobs School of Music and local theaters

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LOCATION NOTES
~4 blocks to IU/Sample Gates and Kirkwood Avenue
Easy walk to restaurants, shops, coffee, and nightlife
Quiet residential setting for restful nights

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PETS
Pets welcome with pre-approval and fee. Please inquire with details.

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PARKING & CHECK-IN
Self check-in via smart lock
Simple parking; details provided before arrival

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SUMMARY
If you want the convenience of walking to IU and Kirkwood, and a comfortable, quiet place to come back to, B-Town Bungalow delivers. Hosted by Devin with StayIU, with 10+ years of five-star hospitality in Bloomington.

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IG: @stayIU

FAVORITE DESTINATIONS:
Bryan Park - 4 Blocks
Chocolate Moose Ice Cream - 3 Blocks
Kirkwood Bars - 4 Blocks
Starbucks - 4 Blocks
Downtown - 5 Blocks
Indiana University - 4 Blocks
B-Line Trails - 3 Blocks
4th Street Local Restaurants - 3 Blocks

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**Approved pets will have a $100 extra charge per pet for the extra cleaning that is involved.
**Unreturned parking pass will have a $150 fee.
**There's a ring video doorbell on the front porch that captures video and sound and is placed for the safety of our guests and property

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  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (112 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Outdoor Furniture Porch Or Lanai
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Babysitting Services Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Chris B.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Apr 10, 2026

    A lovely 2 BR 2 BA bungalow with a nice front porch for lounging. Very clean. Linens and shower gel/shampoo and hand lotion supplied. A Keurig coffee machine to get the day started right. A great location and easily walkable to campus. Great hosts and check in and check out instructions were as directed. Highly recommend!

  • Jennifer A.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2026

    Stayed Mar 5, 2026

    Great house for a weekend visit! Location is convenient to Kirkwood. Lovely furnishings and lots of room.

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2026

    Stayed Jan 18, 2026

    Devin was very responsive and helpful, and the place was fantastic!

  • Patrick I.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    Great place, location, and host! Thank you for a memorable birthday in Bloomington!

  • Andrew P.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2025

    Stayed Nov 11, 2025

    Love this house !! Clean, close to IU

  • Christy W.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Sep 28, 2025

    We’ve stayed in a lot of VRBO’s over the years and this is one of the best! The house is amazing. So clean and well thought out. Stocked with everything you can imagine. Beautifully decorated and well taken care of. Loved that it was pet friendly as well. So convenient to the IU campus and all that has to offer. The owner was very responsive to us as well. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch with our dog!

  • Debra B.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 14, 2025

    Great property ! Loved the house and close distance to university . Enjoyed the front porch and listening to records ! We had a wonderful stay and slept well in the comfy beds .

  • Jennifer T.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 26, 2025

    Perfect stay in Bloomington. Well-maintained and clean bungalow with so many amenities. Beautiful decor as well. You could tell a lot of thought was put into this property to make it extra special. Close to IU, shopping, and dining. We loved that this house had a crib for our young child and so many other items for visitors with children. It's near impossible to find a hotel or rental with a crib and the thought was really appreciated.

  • Todd S.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Feb 22, 2025

    Very friendly hosts - easy access to IU dining

  • Leslie F.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2025

    Stayed Jan 31, 2025

    We had an amazing stay at the B-Town Bungalow! It’s cozy, spacious, and close to downtown. The beds were super comfortable and every possible need was accounted for. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay!

  • Paul P.

    Submitted Jan 15, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    A very nice house in a great location for a stay in Bloomington. Easy walk to downtown, nice furnishings in the home. Would definitely stay there again!

  • Matt G.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2024

    Stayed Nov 29, 2024

    Our stay was perfect! Great location!!! House was very well taken care of!!

  • Michael G.

    Submitted Nov 23, 2024

    Stayed Nov 21, 2024

    Our family luved this clean and elegant bungalow during a visit to IU. A short walk from campus as well as dining and shopping. Look forward to retuning when we are back in town!

  • Robert and Paula G.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    Our second stay at this beautiful, classic Bloomington bungalow. Stayed for IU homecoming weekend (10/24) with my wife and college friend and his wife. This is my favorite place to stay in Bloomington which I visit once a year. Great location with a walk to Kirkwood street and close to supermarket and Big Red Liquors. Also, a close walk to a wonderful restaurant called The Elm. This place is so decorated so appropriately for the Bloomington experience. Great kitchen, living space, large bedrooms and outside porch. Enjoyed the retro turntable with over 150 albums. Cannot recommend this place enough. Will definitely return. Go IU.

  • Christopher H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    Great house

  • Lori R.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    We had a wonderful weekend at this property. Our IU students who visited us also loved it! The front porch was cozy and perfect for conversations, the beds were very comfortable and the overall space was perfect for a IU Moms getaway! Check in and out was very easy and communication with the owners was immediate! I can't recommend it enough. We plan on returning next year!

  • John J.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Aug 29, 2024

    We loved everything about our stay. The house has unique historical charm while maintaining a modern, open feel. So clean, and so comfy, from the beds and pillows to the living room decor. The house has everything: large dining table, updated kitchen and appliances, washer/dryer and a keurig machine (which came in handy while working from home). We were there visiting our old Bloomington favorites, and it was so great walking from our incredible front porch, and straight down the street to the 4th street arts festival and Soma coffee house. There was an IU football game in town, so the fall vibe and pageantry surrounded us. The house was the perfect place to end every day. A place to call home. Thank you to our wonderful hosts! Truly amazing stay!

  • Dennis m G.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    My wife graduated from Indiana University in 1982 she hasn’t been back since we did a lot of walking on campus bought back lots of memories for her we live south of Chicago iam a orange and Blue fan illni we did walk around football and Basketball stadium I am glad we went we had a great time talked to lots of good people Bloomington thanks for your hospitality and thanks for opening your home to us

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