Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus. | House in Bloomington

10.0 (58 Reviews) |   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  4 Guests
Bloomington House | Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus.

1 Bedroom House in Bloomington

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 it's 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 downstair(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 it's entirety and be sure to cross-check availability. VRBO 1943515 (A) downstairs unit and VRBO 1994566 (B) upstairs.

Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus is located in Bloomington. Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Internet, Kitchen, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Internet, Kitchen, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bloomington has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bloomington, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • 1 bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 1 bedroom
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)

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
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed;some exceptions apply see owner for details
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: some exceptions apply see owner for details onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

Connie L.
Aug 25, 2025 06:24:58 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: The inside of this home is eclectic - very fun to explore. The beds are comfortable, and the place is super clean. The kitchen is a bit small.
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