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Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus.

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Main Bedroom
The Noble Suite Living Room
Second Floor Dining Area
Very Spacious!
Bar and Games
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4130 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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Explore the area

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Bloomington, IN
  • Popular LocationWonderlab Science Museum13 min walk
  • Popular LocationMemorial Stadium20 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndiana University Bloomington2 min drive
  • AirportIndianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bonus Room

1 Double Bed

The Noble Suite

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Noble Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

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 it's 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 downstair(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 it's entirety and be sure to cross-check availability. VRBO 1943515 (A) downstairs unit and VRBO 1994566 (B) upstairs.

Property manager

Kerry Feigenbaum
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Some exceptions apply see owner for details

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rental agreement and photo ID required for all stays.
Unresponsive guests may be subject to cancellation.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bloomington

Located in Bloomington, this vacation home is in the city center. Butler Winery & Vineyard and Wonderlab Science Museum are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Monroe and McCormick's Creek State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Memorial Stadium or Assembly Hall. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bloomington, IN

What's nearby

  • Wonderlab Science Museum - 13 min walk
  • Memorial Stadium - 20 min walk
  • Assembly Hall - 2 min drive
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 2 min drive
  • Indiana University Auditorium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Upland Brewing Company Brew Pub - 3 min walk
  • Taco Bell - 8 min walk
  • Yogi S Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
  • Switchyard Brewing Company - 7 min walk
  • Smokin' Jack's Rib Shack - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique Space in a Great Location
Lots of space with an awesome deck. Provided a perfect base for exploring Bloomington. Great for a small group looking to take advantage of the many restaurants and bars that are just a short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad S., Bloomington, Indiana, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rented the upstairs along with the downstairs
Just like the rest of the home it is perfect. Getting both gives your group a ton of space and areas to talk in several spots. Everything that is needed is there. Ideal location as well
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
IU game
Wonderfully eclectic. Great place for a quick weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Upstairs at Scholars Inn
It was really well appointed and a great space. It was big and we did not use the second bedroom. The outside deck is a great space as well. Our parking spot was reserved with our name on it which was a nice touch. Kerry had helpful notes inside the house and was available to us if needed. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N., Saint Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The BEST place to stay in Bloomington
This was our second time staying here. We thoroughly enjoyed the home with a sit down dinner Friday night and a spread to watch the football games on Saturday. The upper deck was great for playing cornhole and the upstairs tables were perfect for cards Saturday night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kerry Feigenbaum

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Welcome to Scholars Inn KEEP, we are very excited to host your visit to Bloomington! Lyle and I have lived here since 1996 and have owned this property since 1998. We love Bloomington and all that living in a college town has to offer. We started the Scholars Inn B&B (formerly next door at 801 N College) and the Scholars Inn Gourmet Cafe and Wine Bar (housed here) upon moving back here in the late 90's and operated them for 20+ years. We have 2 kids, 2 dogs and 2 cats and are both graduates of IU! In 2017 we became franchise owners of Orangetheory Fitness located on the Boulevard of College Mall and have spent most of 2020 renovating this home. We erased all signs of the former kitchen and dishroom, replacing it with 3 beautiful bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Beyond that we embraced the past with nods to the guests and staff that were such a big part of the last 20 years here. We hope you enjoy Bloomington and this home as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! Oh and because it is sooo cool! This home has everything you need for a great visit whether for work, play or R&R.

What makes this property unique

This home spoke to us because of the architecture, age (built in 1845), and because she sits high up overlooking the town and campus of IU. There is plenty of space to spread out, inside and out with decks on both levels. Even as the city has grown up around us, we feel this old gem stands out as a beautiful and unique landmark and vacation destination.

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English

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