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"Historic Loft Retreat in Downtown Bloomington"

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Indiana University Bloomington
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Bloomington, IN
  • Place, Monroe Convention Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Monroe County Courthouse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana University Bloomington
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

"Historic Loft Retreat in Downtown Bloomington"

Step into this charming 2-bedroom loft in the Historic Mitchell Bros Building, a Superhost property and guest favorite. With its Broadway theme and modern amenities, it’s perfect for IU events or a relaxing getaway. Enjoy free parking and quick access to Bloomington’s vibrant downtown. Have a group? We have 4 unique units in the building—message us to book them all!
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House Rules

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4448356vb
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
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

Downtown Bloomington, a neighbourhood in Bloomington, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Monroe and Griffy Lake Nature Preserve, while Buskirk Chumley Theater and Wonderlab Science Museum are cultural highlights. Musical Arts Center and Jump-N-Joey's are also worth visiting.
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Bloomington, IN

What's nearby

  • Monroe Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monroe County Courthouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wonderlab Science Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Indiana University Auditorium - 5 min drive - 2.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Graduate by Hilton - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Turkuaz Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Da Vinci - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Historic Loft Retreat in Downtown Bloomington" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is "Historic Loft Retreat in Downtown Bloomington" located?

Located in Downtown Bloomington, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Monroe Convention Center and Indiana University Bloomington. Buskirk Chumley Theater and Monroe County Courthouse are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Clean, easy check-in, parking space included, had everything we needed and was so cute and felt like home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr, 2026
Our cleaning crew is amazing and we strive to make people,s stay feel like home away from home. So thank you Wendy❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Great stay. Responsive hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr, 2026
Benjamin is a welcome guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time and will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2026
Wonderful Matt! ❤️ We have a lot of return guests
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nicely appointed apartment but we wished the windows were more sound-proof as it gets pretty loud outside at night. Host was responsive when we had questions. Shower was great - very strong water pressure. Good value and great location because it’s only 2 1/2 blocks from town square.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun, 2026
Thank you for your nice review. I do apologize that our windows are not soundproof, as we are downtown close to everything and we have the original windows of our historic building which was built in 1927.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and the apartment was great for the 2 of us, easy walking distance to Kirkwood and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2026
Thanks, We have a wonderful cleaning team, and our location is always appreciated. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very nice and accommodating to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2026
Thank you Holly. We always try to accommodate our guests the best we can.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay! Great location for getting to all things we wanted and the free parking space is awesome, since most of Bloomington is metered parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Dec, 2025
Thanks! People love our location and the free parking!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penni L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My sisters and I get together every year; we’re from different parts of the United States. THIS loft is beautiful and the manager was very accommodating. We had all sorts of fun!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2026
Glad I got to meet you and your sisters❤️There is so much do do within walking distance of our loft!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment. Clean, easily accessible to IU, and right across the street from amazing ice cream!! Host very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb, 2026
Thanks Nicole, we do our best to answer promptly! So many good places to eat within walking distance.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations and Mary were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2025
Thanks you. So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was a lovely place for my family to stay during a short trip to Bloomington! Walking distance to several coffee shops, restaurants, and other businesses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov, 2025
Please do! You are also within walking distance to the Wonderland for kids, as well as the Monroe County Library.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property during our visit to Bloomington. It was nice to have two bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a tub. The beds are comfortable, and this is overall a delightful place to stay. Less than a 10 minute walk to the square and many of the great dining options on Kirkwood.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Dec, 2025
Thanks Scott! All our units are 2 full bathrooms and supper comfy. And of course the location is a big plus❤️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary went out of her way to accommodate us. We are so grateful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb, 2026
You're welcome We always strive to keep our guests comfy, cozy, and safe!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, convenient and clean hidden gem in B-town! The beds were very comfortable and the shower was amazing! I will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

STEVE K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place; convenient to Kirkwood location and comes with parking. 2nd bedroom is curtained space off of living room but worked out fine. Living room could use a large throw-rug to help deaden sound. Also, blinds and drapes do not block enough light/sound.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb, 2026
Thank you. Good to hear others opinions.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a phenomenal experience!We loved this second floor loft with a view. Also, the high ceilings and modern amenities were a nice contrast to this retro-cool historic building. We will definitely reserve this location again for our next visit to Bloomington.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2025
Thank you Kevin❤️we are so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
There were a few minor issues and couple bigger issues. Minor: limited towels/wash cloths, tissues were empty, one bedroom is not really a bedroom, but a bed in the living room with a curtain. Major issue: Homeless person slept outside the front door each night. People were yelling both nights right outside our room. The windows are so thin, that we were woken both nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2026
The bedroom in the alcove is clearly shown in the pictures exactly as it is. The homelessness is a very serious and touchy subject in and all around downtown Bloomington. We have live camera security feed all around the exterior of the building. Sorry we didn’t send the homeless person scurrying. I am very sorry you had no tissues, and felt as though you did not have enough towels/washcloths. We have already addressed that issue.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gae G.

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

Getaway!

Very cute condo. Close to downtown. Just was fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun, 2025
Thank you Gae! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our kids say: fire, tough, and signs…In other words , great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Wonderful!! Love that the kids enjoyed it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious, clean, comfortable and quiet at night. Two nice bathrooms and one with a large comfortable shower and the best shower head I have ever used. Convenient and designated parking for each specific unit. Lot of support from the property manager. Several very good restaurants w/i walking distance including some with unique ethnic menus and wish we had more time to explore. Would seek this lodging again upon a future visit to Bloomington. Thank you, Mary, for all your support.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Fabulous Rental very close to everything

The apartment was super clean. It was a fabulous location in proximity to campus. I stayed here with my son during orientation and we really enjoyed the spaciousness of the apartment and the security that was provided. The hosts against the were extremely communicative and responsive. Highly recommend anyone interested.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Great Place and Even Better Hosts

Place was very clean and it has everything you can need for a comfortable stay. I rarely sleep well whenever I travel, but I slept very well here. Very comfortable!The only thing to be aware of is the second bedroom is separated by a curtain, not a door/wall. While it was not a big deal in my situation, it may be for others. The hosts were amazing and very helpful when it came for a late check out. Incredibly accommodating and friendly. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2025
Thank you Michael! I have since updated with better pictures show how unique setup❤️
Verified

6/10 Okay

Regina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location was ideal for us. For the owner to consider: Single pane old windows not sufficiently insulated against street noise and cold weather. Condensation froze on the inside of windows! Washer was unbalanced and created an awful noise, and top loader door would not stay shut, making it unusable. Front door to unit frequently refused to lock from outside, succeeding only with multiple tries and by jiggling the tension applied when closing the door. That is a security risk, especially in this neighborhood. The kitchen sink is severely scratched, which looks bad and is unhygienic.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan, 2026
Thank you for your feedback regarding the location. We are surprised and disappointed to receive this rating, as we have maintained a consistent 5-star track record over three years by being highly responsive to our guests' needs. This is a preserved historic building built in 1928. While the original windows offer immense character, they are single-pane. We ensure the heating system is fully functional to compensate for the charm of historic architecture during extreme cold snaps. We take hygiene and maintenance seriously. The washer/dryer are checked regularly, and the sink is sanitized thoroughly between stays; surface scratches in a vintage-style sink are cosmetic and do not impact cleanliness. You let us know you were having trouble locking the door when you first arrived, I believe we responded within 3-5 minutes, but as soon as we told you to just push the lock button upon leaving instead of trying to enter the code again to lock it, we were unaware you had anymore difficulty. Sorry you did not fall completely in love with our place, most people do.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this loft in Bloomington! It was the perfect home base for attending a conference at Indiana University—close enough to campus to make getting back and forth easy while also being convenient to restaurants and everything we wanted to do.The loft was exceptionally well appointed and had everything we needed for our stay. It was clean, thoughtfully furnished, and stocked with all the little touches that made it feel welcoming and convenient. The space was comfortable, stylish, and exactly as described.Communication with the host was excellent, and the entire experience—from check-in to check-out—was seamless. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again the next time we’re in Bloomington and highly recommend it to anyone visiting IU for a conference, campus event, or a weekend getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2025
Thanks Scott!

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