Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer A.
Mar 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Entire home
StayIU: B-Town Bungalow • Walk to IU & Kirkwood • Quiet Street + Porch
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bloomington, IN
- Place, Indiana University Bloomington9 min walk
- Place, Monroe Convention Center9 min walk
- Place, Wonderlab Science Museum12 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Living Room
1 Queen Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
StayIU: B-Town Bungalow • Walk to IU & Kirkwood • Quiet Street + Porch
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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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
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
About the neighborhood
Bloomington
Located in Elm Heights, a neighborhood in Bloomington, this vacation home is near a water park. Buskirk Chumley Theater and Wonderlab Science Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Musical Arts Center and Jump-N-Joey's. Traveling with kids? Consider Monroe County Fair Grounds, or check out an event or a game at Memorial Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Bloomington, IN
What's nearby
- Indiana University Bloomington - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Monroe Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Monroe County Courthouse - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Wonderlab Science Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- IU Health Bloomington Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Restaurants
- Rally's - 6 min walk
- The Elm - 5 min walk
- Dagwood's Deli Sub Shop - 10 min walk
- Wendy's - 8 min walk
- Circle K - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
Jan 21, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick I.
Dec 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick I.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrew P.
Nov 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd S.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Todd S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paul P.
Jan 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location
Paul P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debra B.
Jul 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Debra B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brad C.
Feb 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Brad C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leslie F.
Feb 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best VRBOs ever!
Leslie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt G.
Dec 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Matt G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christy W.
Oct 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kerrie S.
Dec 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for visiting IU!
Kerrie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
Nov 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot for IU visit with family!
Michael G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Krista B.
Jul 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Bloomington Rental
Krista B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
Jun 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot
Michael F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brenda S.
May 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Brenda S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lila J.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Lila J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
kristi l.
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basketball camp
kristi l.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James T.
Jun 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ll kept cottage
James T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher H.
Sep 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Christopher H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer T.
Jul 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
Jun 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fathers Day Weekend
Emily S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
Jul 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our visit
Lisa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon J.
Mar 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect IU trip
Sharon J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael H.
Feb 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Freshman parents’ trip to IU
Michael H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Devin Thomas
Hi, I’m Devin, my husband Andrew and I run StayIU. We’ve hosted for 10+ years and focus on thoughtful, guest-first stays: clear communication, spotless homes, and practical, beautiful design.
We’re Indiana University grads who still love Bloomington. Most of our guests are here to visit their students, catch a game, or see a performance, so our places are set up for real life: cook a favorite meal, spread out, and relax on a quiet street that’s still walkable to campus.
Our portfolio started in 2014 (after buying Bear’s Place) and now includes Bloomington homes plus sister properties in Palm Beach, FL and Scottsdale, AZ. Different markets, same standards.
We’re parents, school volunteers, and big believers that hospitality should feel easy. If you need anything, from parking tips to a great coffee spot, we’re quick to help. Welcome to StayIU; we’re glad you’re here.
We’re Indiana University grads who still love Bloomington. Most of our guests are here to visit their students, catch a game, or see a performance, so our places are set up for real life: cook a favorite meal, spread out, and relax on a quiet street that’s still walkable to campus.
Our portfolio started in 2014 (after buying Bear’s Place) and now includes Bloomington homes plus sister properties in Palm Beach, FL and Scottsdale, AZ. Different markets, same standards.
We’re parents, school volunteers, and big believers that hospitality should feel easy. If you need anything, from parking tips to a great coffee spot, we’re quick to help. Welcome to StayIU; we’re glad you’re here.
Why they chose this property
We picked this house for the location and the lifestyle. It’s an easy walk to IU’s Sample Gates, Kirkwood, and downtown, close to everything, yet on a quiet street that feels like home after a busy day on campus. We’re parents and IU grads, so we designed it for real visits: space to cook your student’s favorite meal, room to spread out, and a front porch that’s perfect for unwinding after bedtime.
Over the last few years we fully renovated the kitchen and both baths for everyday function (not just looks): modern fixtures, reliable A/C and heat, and comfortable, durable furnishings. The two bedrooms are unusually spacious for a historic bungalow, and we keep the closets and drawers clear, so you can actually unpack.
We also love the neighborhood. Elm Heights has a great mix of long-time residents and students, which keeps things lively but respectful. You can stroll to Nick’s, Kilroy’s, Starbucks, and campus performances, or head a few blocks to Bryan Park for playground time, a swim, or a morning jog.
In short: walkable to everything you’ll want, quiet when you’re home, and set up the way we like to travel with our own family, simple, comfortable, and easy.
Over the last few years we fully renovated the kitchen and both baths for everyday function (not just looks): modern fixtures, reliable A/C and heat, and comfortable, durable furnishings. The two bedrooms are unusually spacious for a historic bungalow, and we keep the closets and drawers clear, so you can actually unpack.
We also love the neighborhood. Elm Heights has a great mix of long-time residents and students, which keeps things lively but respectful. You can stroll to Nick’s, Kilroy’s, Starbucks, and campus performances, or head a few blocks to Bryan Park for playground time, a swim, or a morning jog.
In short: walkable to everything you’ll want, quiet when you’re home, and set up the way we like to travel with our own family, simple, comfortable, and easy.
What makes this property unique
• WALKABLE + QUIET: A few blocks to IU/Sample Gates and Kirkwood, yet on a calm street that actually lets you sleep.
• FRONT PORCH MOMENTS: Morning coffee, post-performance debriefs, or a game-day recap, this porch is a favorite.
• SET UP FOR CAMPUS VISITS: Real kitchen for making your student’s favorite meal, spacious bedrooms, blackout shades, and room to unpack.
• VINYL VIBES: 200+ records and a turntable for low-key evenings in.
• HOSTED BY STAYIU: 10+ years of five-star hospitality, clear communication, smooth check-in, and local tips when you need them.
• PERSONAL TOUCH: Tell us who you’re visiting or what’s on your schedule; we’ll tailor suggestions to make it easy.
• FRONT PORCH MOMENTS: Morning coffee, post-performance debriefs, or a game-day recap, this porch is a favorite.
• SET UP FOR CAMPUS VISITS: Real kitchen for making your student’s favorite meal, spacious bedrooms, blackout shades, and room to unpack.
• VINYL VIBES: 200+ records and a turntable for low-key evenings in.
• HOSTED BY STAYIU: 10+ years of five-star hospitality, clear communication, smooth check-in, and local tips when you need them.
• PERSONAL TOUCH: Tell us who you’re visiting or what’s on your schedule; we’ll tailor suggestions to make it easy.
Languages:
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