French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families
This listing is for the French Country Main House ONLY. The French Country Guest House may be rented separately. This 4000 sq. ft. home is nestled in the wooded rolling hills of Southern Indiana and is conveniently located off of route 46 only 5 miles from IU stadium and 9 miles from Nashville in Brown County. The home's idyllic setting offers many spacious places to gather both inside and out. The French Country main house can be rented alone or with its 500 sq. ft. guest house (see separate listings for French Country Main&Guest House).
**Beginning 11/2026, the French Country Guest House will be temporarily unavailable. At that time, the capacity of the Main House will increase to enough beds to accommodate 12 guests, 14 if two couches are utilized.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Since we are on a septic system, guest must be mindful of their water usage, ie: stagger showers morning/night and run the dishwasher before bed.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3931496vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Bloomington
Located in Bloomington, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Monroe and Brown County State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Musical Arts Center and Wonderlab Science Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
T.C. Steele State Historic Site - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
Lake Monroe - 15 min drive - 11.0 km
Indiana University Golf Course - 17 min drive - 15.1 km
Brown County State Park - 18 min drive - 21.6 km
Indiana University Bloomington - 18 min drive - 14.8 km
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Dunkin' - 9 min drive
Circle K - 8 min drive
Starbucks - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families?
As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families on 12 Jun 2026 start from £1,296, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is French Country Main House
Close to Brown County and IU
Perfect for big families located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of North Fork State Wildlife Refuge, Musical Arts Center and Wonderlab Science Museum. Indiana University Bloomington and Lake Monroe are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
My family thoroughly enjoyed this property while in town for an IU football weekend. Melissa and her family could not have been nicer and more accommodating. An immaculately clean and comfortable home, there was plenty of space for all of us, more than we imagined. The home is even more beautiful in person than in the pictures. And the breathtaking views surrounding the home are what autumn memories in Bloomington, Indiana are made of. We hope to visit this property again someday. Thank you, Melissa!
Michael K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Melissa Courter
We moved our family to Indiana recently after spending 30 years in Northern NJ. In my former life I was a professional flutist and ran a custom cookie business. Now I am a Kindergarten teacher at my son's school.
Our move to the midwest is a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of the greater NYC area. We enjoy hosting because we can share with our guests the serene view that we are blessed with every day. We have met some wonderful people from all over the world and look forward to meeting more in the years to come.
Why they chose this property
We love this neighborhood because it is allows us to experience the natural beauty of Southern Indiana yet it is just minutes to all of the conveniences of the city.
What makes this property unique
The long and winding road under the canopy of trees brings you one mile up the hill to a spectacular view of the valley below. The house itself has many unique features that the former owners put into it from their travels to Europe. It has many large gathering spaces that make hosting family events easy.