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

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Scholars Inn KEEP Vacation Rental
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10.0Outstanding
(85 Ratings)
"I guarantee you have not rented a VRBO quite like this! Essentially the former Scholars Inn and Bar with the kitchen converted to 3 bedrooms. Very cool bar and restaurant area and outdoor decks. Gr..."
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(85 Ratings)

House in Bloomington, IN

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

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

Amenities at Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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    Ratings and reviews

    10.0 / 10.0
    Outstanding(85 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    I guarantee you have not rented a VRBO quite like this! Essentially the former Scholars Inn and Bar with the kitchen converted to 3 bedrooms. Very cool bar and restaurant area and outdoor decks. Great place for a meetup prior to walking to football games or downtown activities. I loved that the owners left the bar area intact complete with tv's, bar stools and beer/wine fridge.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Great location, plenty of space, comfortable beds! Fun spot to stay while in Bloomington and hosts are so nice and hospitable!
    10.0 / 10.0
    This old & venerable house, has become a funky sports bar. Once a wine cafe, it is a roomy eclectic gathering spot. The lower level has 3 bedrooms ( with 2 sharing a BR).The kitchen is a bit chopped up as it was a bar & it has a spacious deck and several sitting areas.My wife loved the vibe (it reminded me of my fraternity house) and I imagined it would be a lively game day party house ( we came for a summer wedding). It’s close to the Square and campus, walking distance to shops & restaurants.It can be a bit musty, given it’s history, but that’s part of it’s charm.
    10.0 / 10.0
    The house was perfect for our group during Little 500 weekend. We had both units. The open common space with the bar was a definite plus. I would definitely stay again.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We rented both the upstairs and downstairs got a long weekend. This is our third year in a row to stay at the KEEP. I do not think there is much that would make this a better spot for a long weekend get together.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Multiple stays downstairs and upstairs. Property and owner communication outstanding.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We have rented this spot several times now. It's a fantastic place to host dinner for your student and some of their friends. We've been there in the winter every time, but during the warmer months, the upstairs deck is massive. All bedrooms/bathrooms are remodeled and beautiful. Rent the upstairs also if your group needs (2) more bedrooms and you want the place to yourself. Plenty of parking!
    10.0 / 10.0
    We were in town to enjoy the production of Constellation Theater's Wizard of Oz. We loved the set up of KEEP, as it we were able to host pre-show drinks with friends and family who came to see the show. The rental was very clean, and decorated beautifully, including for the holiday. We were able to make Christmas Breakfast as well as a few meals as we spent our holiday week at the KEEP. The rental is perfectly suited for guests playing games and socializing, while some in your party may wish to retreat to the awesome bedrooms to rest or sleep. Our host, Kerry was wonderful about communications as well as checking in with us. The rental price is not cheap, but well worth it.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this house?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus. 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 Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Luxury vacation rental in the heart of Bloomington and the IU campus?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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