Spacious 3bd Home~10min IU Baseball~2 K Beds~Huge Kitchen~Fire Pit+Ping Pong
Welcome to The Cardinal House! Settle into two king bedrooms, stylish modern touches, and a large backyard made for cozy firepit evenings. Enjoy a friendly game of ping-pong, prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and relax in plush linens with a spa-inspired primary bath designed for total comfort.
Perfectly located for every season—cheer on the Indiana Hoosiers football in the fall at Memorial Stadium, experience the excitement of Little 500 in the spring, and spend sunny summer days boating, swimming, or relaxing at Lake Monroe.
You’ll also be just minutes from downtown, Indiana University Bloomington, and nearby parks (including pickleball courts!). Fast WiFi and a workstation available on request—your perfect getaway awaits!
The Space
This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is perfect for families and groups, offering a blend of modern comfort and thoughtful conveniences.
Open-Concept Living The heart of the home is the bright, open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area, perfect for gathering. Unwind on the cozy sectional sofa, which includes a pullout bed with quality linens, and enjoy a movie on the 75" Smart TV. The electric fireplace adds warmth and ambiance, while the Bluetooth soundbar lets you play your favorite tunes. The stylish dining table seats six.
The newly upgraded kitchen is fully stocked for your culinary adventures, featuring:
- A Keurig with complimentary K-Cups - A welcome basket with water, snacks, and wine - Drinkware for any beverage - Essentials like trash bags and paper towels for your entire stay
Bedrooms & Bathrooms Rest peacefully in three beautifully appointed bedrooms, all featuring Casper mattresses, premium linens, and blackout curtains for a great night's sleep.
- Bedroom 1: A spacious retreat with a King bed, a large closet, and an ensuite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, double vanity, and a stackable washer/dryer. - Bedroom 2: A comfortable room with a King bed and a large closet. - Bedroom 3: A cozy room with a Queen bed, a large closet, and a Pack-n-play with sheets for our youngest guests.
Both modern bathrooms are stocked with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, Q-tips, makeup wipes, and a hair dryer.
Outdoor Oasis & Entertainment Step outside to your private, fenced backyard—a true highlight of the property. Under the glow of string lights, gather around the gas fire pit on a cool night. This fantastic outdoor space also includes:
- A Weber gas grill with utensils - An outdoor dining table for six - A ping pong table, IU Corn Hole, and Yard Jenga for endless fun
Amenities & Conveniences We've included everything you need for a seamless stay:
- High-speed Wi-Fi - A dedicated workspace (available upon request) - Free parking on the premises, including garage access - In-unit washer and dryer with all laundry essentials - Board games and card games - Extra blankets and pillows in each closet
Guest Access You will have private access to the entire single-level home, including the fenced backyard and garage. Entry is simple and secure with a keyless touchpad door.
The Neighborhood The Cardinal House is centrally located, offering the perfect balance of peace and proximity. You're just a short walk from local parks, including RCA Park (2 minute walk) with its playground and pickleball courts, and the popular Switchyard Park (12 minute walk).
Getting Around Your central location makes it easy to explore the best of Bloomington and beyond. Approximate driving times:
- Downtown Bloomington: 7 minutes - IU Campus/Sample Gates: 9 minutes - IU Stadium: 11 minutes - IU Assembly Hall: 11 minutes - IU Bart Kaufman Field (Baseball): 11 minutes - Lake Monroe: 15 minutes - Oliver Winery: 16 minutes - Brown County: 33 minutes - Indianapolis Airport: 53 minutes
Important Information Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. The home is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit. For security, there are cameras located at the front door and monitoring the driveway.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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Property # 4258323vb
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bloomington
Located in Bloomington, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Wonderlab Science Museum and Buskirk Chumley Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Musical Arts Center and Jump-N-Joey's. Travelling with kids? Consider Monroe County Fair Grounds, or check out an event or a game at Memorial Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Indiana University Bloomington - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
Indiana University Auditorium - 11 min drive - 4.8 km
Memorial Stadium - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 12 min drive - 5.1 km
Oliver Winery - 16 min drive - 24.4 km
Restaurants
Circle K - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Starbucks - 4 min drive
Cloverleaf Family Restaurant - 4 min drive
Buffalo Wild Wings - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spacious 3bd Home~10min IU Baseball~2 K Beds~Huge Kitchen~Fire Pit+Ping Pong pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spacious 3bd Home~10min IU Baseball~2 K Beds~Huge Kitchen~Fire Pit+Ping Pong?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious 3bd Home~10min IU Baseball~2 K Beds~Huge Kitchen~Fire Pit+Ping Pong on 26 May 2026 start from AU$607, 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 Spacious 3bd Home~10min IU Baseball~2 K Beds~Huge Kitchen~Fire Pit+Ping Pong?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Spacious 3bd Home~10min IU Baseball~2 K Beds~Huge Kitchen~Fire Pit+Ping Pong located?
This family-friendly Bloomington holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Iu Health Southern Indiana Physical, IU Health Bloomington Hospital and Monroe Convention Center. Indiana University Bloomington is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had such a great and comfortable stay here. The host was extremely accommodating. The house is more than stocked which was amazing. Highly recommend!!!
Lovely little house with comfortable bedrooms and just right for our trip. The host was exceptionally helpful and everything was as expected. Would recommend.
Rebecca K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2025
Thank you for the kind words! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Please come back soon!
Such a great house that is top notch and is taken care of well. Really appreciated Kelsey. She was very kind and considerate. Quiet neighborhood. Good location. Loved the stay!!
LOVED everything about our stay. We were close to a tornado and Kelsey reached out to ensure we were okay. The welcome basket was such a nice touch. The beds were like sleeping on a pillow cloud! Will definitely be booking again!
Mikayla H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Thank you Mikayla!! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the welcome basket goodies and cozy beds. Thanks again for choosing The Cardinal House!!
Quiet neighborhood, comfortable beds, beautiful walk in shower, and comfortable outdoor seating. Would definitely recommend and hope to be a repeat guest.
Janet B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Thank you Janet! We are so happy you enjoyed all the amenities the home has to offer — we also love the walk-in shower!! Please come back again soon - you’re welcome anytime!
This home was perfect! So clean and had everything we needed. There was even a ping pong table in the garage that was put to good use! Had a great stay! Owner was super responsive to any questions I had! Can't go wrong with this home!
Gina B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2025
Thank you Gina! We are so thrilled to hear you loved the home and sounds like you had a blast with the ping pong table! Please come back anytime!
We recently had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful home while our son was getting married. It truly made the occasion even more special. The house is charming with great decor, clean, and comfortable. We couldn’t have asked for a better place. The home provided the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and convenience. We recommend this lovely home to anyone visiting the area. I wouldn’t mind coming back to enjoy the outside patio!
Cheryl W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review Cheryl!! We would love to have you back anytime — the patio is a lovely spot to enjoy the beautiful weather. Congrats to you and your family on the wedding!!
We had such a lovely time at Kelsey’s wonderful home for a long weekend with our IU freshman. The home was inviting and immaculately clean upon our arrival. The tasteful decor and attention to detail made this cozy home the perfect place to have as our base for the extended weekend. Every detail was well thought out: a thoughtful welcome basket of goodies, super comfy beds, large cozy towels, quality paper products, a well stocked kitchen and plenty of off street parking in a quiet neighborhood to name a just a few. The location worked out perfectly for us as it was under a 10 minute ride to our son’s dorm and all of what downtown Bloomington has to offer. Unfortunately we were unable to utilize the outdoor space as it was eleven degrees upon our arrival but I’m sure it would be a lovely place to relax after a long day and hope to revisit when the weather is a bit warmer! Thank you for sharing your home with us and we look forward to a visit in the not too distant future!!
Aimee F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the thoughtful and detailed review, Aimee!! We are so happy you enjoyed all the house has to offer. We put a lot of thought into making sure our guests have the right amenities to make their stay as comfortable as possible. We would be thrilled to host you again!!
About the host
Hosted by Kelsey Smith
Originally from Arizona, we moved to Bloomington, Indiana and absolutely love everything the Midwest has to offer! We’ve been in the short term rental business for 2 years and have dozens and dozens of 5 star reviews. We are dedicated to making sure every guest has an exceptional stay, from check in to check out. We’ve truly put our hearts into curating beautiful homes with all the amenities you need for your stay.
Why they chose this property
This neighborhood is centrally located in Bloomington. If you are traveling with children, there are multiple parks in the area. If you’re here to visit Indiana University, you’re just a short 10 minute drive away. We love how quiet and peaceful the neighborhood is!
What makes this property unique
The inside of the home is newly renovated with high-end finishes. The kitchen is extremely well-stocked with cook and bakeware, dishes, spices, and more. Unwind in the spa-like en-suite bathroom, designed with a touch of luxury for a relaxing retreat. The backyard/patio is the perfect spot to enjoy beautiful Bloomington weather, featuring a gas fire pit, gas grill, and outdoor dining. Yard games add the perfect touch to keep everyone entertained!
Languages:
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests