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Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen, near Indiana University Bloomington

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Living room
Living area
Living area
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bloomington, IN
  • Place, Indiana University Bloomington
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪20 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Office 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods

Enjoy a peaceful, totally private, newly renovated ground level home featuring hardwood floors, quartz countertops, and top of the line appliances. Set on 2 quiet, wooded acres, this space offers a calm, restorative environment just steps from the IU football stadium, other sports arenas, Assembly Hall, Griffy Lake, and the IU golf course.

This is an ideal retreat for guests seeking comfort, nature, and convenience — not a suitable space for parties, loud gatherings, or high traffic stays.

THE SPACE
A spacious and thoughtfully furnished 1200 sq ft home designed for relaxation and quiet enjoyment, and with everything you need for comfortable home living.

- Large living room with twin sofa bed
- Dining area
- Two bedrooms (each with a queen bed)
- Study with queen sofa bed
- Huge, fully equipped kitchen
- Full bath
- Top-of-the-line laundry machines

The home is bright, airy, and surrounded by forest views — perfect for guests who value peace and comfort.

GUEST ACCESS
Guests have full access to the entire private, self-contained ground-level unit with its own entrance, no stairs, plenty of natural light, and beautiful views of the woods. The utility/furnace room and garage remain locked. Guests can easily park at least three cars on the driveway.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Your unit is directly below the homeowner (an IU professor) who lives upstairs, and this is a quiet household. We maintain a peaceful environment and will be respectful of your stay — we kindly ask that guests do the same.

- This listing is best suited for quiet, considerate travelers.
- No parties, gatherings, or loud group activities of any kind are permitted.
- Quiet hours are strictly 10pm–7am.
- Please review all House Rules before booking to ensure this is the right fit for your stay.

If you’re looking for a calm, comfortable home base close to IU and nature, I'd be delighted to host you.

REGISTERED GUESTS ONLY
The primary guest/renter must be at least 25 years old. The maximum number of guests is six. I can use the exterior Ring security camera to check that the number of guests entering the premises matches the number you indicated when you made the booking. (There are no interior cameras anywhere.)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours: 10pm - 7am. No parties, events, gatherings, or social hangouts of any kind. No outside visitors beyond registered guests.
Take off shoes inside.
Firearms of any kind are not permitted anywhere on the property.

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
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

About the area

Bloomington

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in South Griffy, a neighbourhood in Bloomington. IU Opera and Ballet Theater and Indiana University Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Indiana University Golf Course and IU - Student Recreational Sports Center. Wonderlab Science Museum and Jump-N-Joey's are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bloomington, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana University Bloomington - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Indiana University Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Indiana University Auditorium - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wright Food Court - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪IU Tailgating Field - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rush Bowls - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lincoln Square Pancake House - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Prof's Place: by IU Stadium, Griffy Lake/Woods located?

Located in South Griffy, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Griffy Lake Nature Preserve and Indiana University Bloomington. Bill Armstrong Stadium and Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carson F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent host, great location, comfortable amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Stayed for graduation weekend, great location and host
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This location is pefect for a short stay, or a longer visit. Walking distance to IU golf course, stadium, courts, etc. Close to walking trails and kayaking locations. Relax and watch the fireflies in the evening. Great place, great amenities. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice spot, good location

Nice place for small groups, close location to IU Stadiums w solids comms & instructions from accommodating host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place; even better host!

We chose this spot because it was close to our kids’ apartment and also close to the basketball game we were going to. It is a great location and an impeccably clean house. Our host was friendly and very helpful. I would happily stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carson F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Get Together

Our family of six had a fantastic stay at Prof's Place. The unit is spacious, well-appointed and had everything we needed. The location was perfect, and Ethan is a great host. We highly recommend this property and plan to re-book for our next trip to Bloomington!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for IU Football games.

An adorable house located in a beautiful and quiet area within walking distance to the football stadium. Can’t recommend enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great basement apartment!

I’ve stayed here multiple times. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. It’s always clean and check in is easy. Ethan is a great host and very quick to respond to messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carson F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay - return guests

This was a return visit for us, after having a positive experience last year. We were in town for the Little 500 bike race, so the convenience to the stadiums was perfect. It is also a great landing spot for visiting family in Bloomington. The beds are comfortable, and everyone commented about how well they slept. The unit had everything we needed, and communications with Ethan were great. We will likely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well Laid Out Home

Ethan, has setup a lovely property well laid out with great appliances. The neighborhood was safe and perfect for my group as we traveled through.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Immaculate. Comfortable. Well-equipped Kitchen. All good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, comfortable and clean.

Just like the title says… quiet, comfortable and clean. Check in was easy and the house was as advertised. Ethan, the host was a text away if there were any issues which there weren’t. I was in town for work and actually booked a second week while staying there. 10/10 will book again if available when I come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mutton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Experience

My family and I came down for family weekend. My oldest daughter is a freshman at IU. I was late to the party when it came to booking lodging. I found this listing. I originally booked it for me and my 2 daughters. With the date approaching, we had some change in plans and I had to add some family members. The owner, Ethan, was amazing and so easy to work with. Every time I had to apologetically change plans to add more family members, he always responded immediately with "no problem, I'll take care that for you " 100% would stay here again and recommend it to anyone needing a place to.stay in Bloomington.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed and clean home. Friendly and accomodating owner periodically checked in to ensure we had all that we needed. Comfortable master bed. Location close to IU a big plus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved what Ethan did with this space! Comfortable & quiet, with plenty of board games to keep the family entertained. Very clean, would definitely stay again when we're in town!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ethan Michelson

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As an IU professor who has lived in Bloomington for over 20 years, I may be able to answer your questions about the city and the university. (I know the Griffy trails very well!)

Why they chose this property

I love the fact that I'm in a rustic environment in the middle nature but also so close to campus, the football stadium, and downtown.

What makes this property unique

I'm steps from Griffy Lake and its massive network of beautiful hiking trails, but also steps from the football stadium, other sports facilities, and Assembly Hall.

Languages:

English

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