StayIU: The Ballantine - 1 Block to IU Campus • Perfect for IU Families & Alumni

Top rated by guests
Cozy up at The Ballantine this season,
Expansive kitchen
Living room 2
Evening fire outsite on the outdoor balcony
Upper deck w/ firepit and cafe lighting
review stars
10.0Outstanding
(15 Ratings)
"Very nice place "
Scott W.
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(15 Ratings)

House in Bloomington, IN

10 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this house rental

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STAYIU: THE BALLANTINE • 1 BLOCK TO IU • QUIET, LUXURY STAY
3 BR • 2.5 BA • SLEEPS 8+ • FENCED YARD • MOODY WHISKEY ROOM
Hosted by Devin with StayIU: 10+ YEARS OF FIVE-STAR HOSPITALITY
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The Ballantine gives you the IU location everyone wants with the comfort you need: elegant spaces, room to gather, and an easy walk to campus and Kirkwood. Hosted by Devin with StayIU, with 10+ years of guest-first hospitality in Bloomington.

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WHY STAY HERE
• Truly walkable location for campus visits, performances, and game days
• Classic, upscale home, professionally designed, comfortable, cohesive, and spotless
• Thoughtful touches for families and alumni weekends; we keep things easy

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THE SPACE: 3 BEDROOMS • 2.5 BATHS • SLEEPS 8
• BEDROOM 1: King
• BEDROOM 2: King
• BEDROOM 3: Two Fulls (crib available on site)
• 2.5 BATHS: Renovated and guest-ready
• ADDITIONAL SLEEPING OPTIONS: Queen size foldable floor mattress, best suited for children.

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WHAT OUR GUESTS APPRECIATE
• The walk-to-everything location, yet peaceful when you’re back home
• The moody whiskey room and fireplace for evening wind-downs
• Clear communication and a home that “just works” for IU visits

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SIGNATURE SPACES
• LIVING ROOM: Generous seating and a working gas fireplace for cozy nights
• MOODY WHISKEY ROOM: A favorite spot to unwind, read, or toast the day
• KITCHEN: Set up for real cooking, easy to host dinner before/after events
• OUTDOOR: Fenced front yard and inviting outdoor seating with fire table

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LOCATION NOTES
• 1 block to Indiana University
• Walk to Kirkwood dining, coffee, shops, and performances
• Neighborhood of professors and long-time residents, quiet, central, respectful

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EXTRAS
• Complimentary Linus bikes for exploring Bloomington
• Grill for outdoor cooking
• Rooftop outdoor fire table with cozy seating
• Fast Wi-Fi and smart-home simplicity (clear instructions provided)

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PETS
Pets welcome with pre-approval and fee. Please inquire with details.

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PARKING & CHECK-IN
Self check-in via smart lock
Simple parking; details provided before arrival

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HOUSE GUIDELINES
Respectful stays only • No parties or events


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CHECK OUT OUR OTHER BLOOMINGTON LISTINGS — AMAZING LOCATIONS
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Walk to IU’s Sample Gates & Kirkwood
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IG: @stayIU

**Property has a video doorbell for capturing sound and video. There is one at each of the front and back doors. This is for the safety of our property and guests.

**Approved pets will have a $100 pet fee per pet

Amenities at StayIU: The Ballantine - 1 Block to IU Campus • Perfect for IU Families & Alumni

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Things to know


Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    10.0 / 10.0
    Outstanding(15 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    Very nice place
    10.0 / 10.0
    Everything in this house and our experience was top notch. Worth every penny. There were amenities in the home we didn’t know we needed during our stay. Beautifully done, super comfortable, unbelievably gorgeous place to stay really close to campus. Cant wait to stay here again!
    10.0 / 10.0
    We visited our son at IU and the home was perfect. Very well maintained and furnished. This will be our go to when we visit again in the future.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Beautiful property with excellent access to Indiana University. Access to the bicycles was absolutely fabulous to help us get a lay of the land and explore the city.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Beautiful home, great location
    10.0 / 10.0
    Beautiful house! Looking forward to staying here again!
    10.0 / 10.0
    This home is extremely nice, clean and well appointed. A perfect location on campus in a very nice area. Highly recommend!
    10.0 / 10.0
    The house was beautiful, the management company made things easy, and the location is excellent.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this house?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at StayIU: The Ballantine - 1 Block to IU Campus • Perfect for IU Families & Alumni. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this house?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is StayIU: The Ballantine - 1 Block to IU Campus • Perfect for IU Families & Alumni pet friendly?

    Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

    What amenities are available at StayIU: The Ballantine - 1 Block to IU Campus • Perfect for IU Families & Alumni?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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