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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6252 sq m
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Explore the area

Bloomington, IN
- Memorial StadiumPlace, Memorial Stadium12 min walk
- Indiana University BloomingtonPlace, Indiana University Bloomington19 min walk
- Simon Skjodt Assembly HallPlace, Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall19 min walk
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About the area
Bloomington
With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Bloomington, within a 5-minute drive of Indiana University Bloomington and Butler Winery & Vineyard. .This vacation home is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Lake Monroe and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Bloomington Community Farmers' Market.
What's nearby
- Wonderlab Science Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Memorial Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Indiana University Bloomington - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Indiana University Auditorium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
- Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
- Circle K - 7 min walk
- Yogi’s Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
- Taco Bell - 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features wheelchair access, a stereo, and cave exploring nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include books, games, and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- 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.
- In-room accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the city centre
- 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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Luxury Vacation Rental in the Heart of Bloomington the IU Campus