World Traveler's Room in Bedford with Breakfast

Room in Bedford, Indiana

  1. 1 queen bed
  2. Private attached bathroom
Hosted by Rowena
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Exceptional check-in experience

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Room in a bed and breakfast

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
We think you'll like the art and artifacts from our travels in this room in the former Lawrence County Jail and Sheriff's Residence in Bedford, 40 miles south of Bloomington and an hour from French Lick. There's a queen-sized bed and private bath. In the morning we will treat you to a big breakfast tailored to your individual tastes. Vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, no problem for us--we love our guests and we love to cook!

The space
Please note that we are located in Bedford, about forty minutes south of Bloomington and an hour northeast of French Lick. The former Lawrence County Jail and Sheriff's Residence is a very unusual historic landmark--in addition to the Victorian residence you see from the front, in back is a big old jail. The place oozes with local history and a somewhat spooky presence after dark.

Guest access
Your second floor room, the first floor common areas (living and dining rooms and the porch), and the yard and rear parking lot will all be accessible. Please ask if you would like to use the kitchen. The top floor of the house is our private family space, but we will show you the view from the tower if you would like to see it.

During your stay
I am always interested in talking to visitors, so I will interact as much or as little as you want, and time permits. I would also be glad to take you through the old jail if you're interested in seeing it.

Other things to note
A big B&B breakfast is included with your room rate.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom
1 queen bed

What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Window AC unit

6 nights in Bedford

Feb 8, 2023 - Feb 14, 2023

Rated 4.99 out of 5 from 83 reviews.

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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability

Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 99% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 1% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Bedford, Indiana, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Our house is a block from the Bedford courthouse square, in a mixed residential/commercial neighborhood. Bedford is a quiet little town with some fun things to see and do both within walking distance, such as the new Milwaukee Trail and the nearly 100-year-old Lawrence County Museum, and farther afield, like Blue Springs Caverns, Spring Mill State Park, the West Baden Springs Hotel, and more.

Meet your host

Superhost
240 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Speaks French and German
Lives in Bedford, Indiana
I am a retired Foreign Service Officer. During my career I served in Germany, three countries in Africa, Georgia (the former Soviet republic, not the state), and Washington, D.C. I live with my husband Reza and our cat, Mr. Fuzz, in the former Lawrence County Jail and Sheriff's House, a really cool 1904 limestone landmark one block from the courthouse square in the quiet town of Bedford, Indiana. My husband and I work constantly to maintain, restore and renovate this crazy old castle, but it is still more quirky than elegant, full of reminders of the travels, tastes and talents of ourselves, our family and our friends. I volunteer a lot of time to local organizations, particularly the Lawrence County Museum, which I will encourage you to visit while you're here, and the Bedford Rotary Club.

Rowena is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within a few hours
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs