StayIU B-Town Bungalow Quick Walk to IU & Kirkwood

Entire bungalow in Bloomington, Indiana

  1. 8 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 4 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Devin
  1. Superhost
  2. 11 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 5% of homes

This home is highly ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

24-hour self check-in

Check yourself in with the smart lock whenever you arrive.

Comfy bed for better sleep

The room-darkening shades and extra bedding are loved by guests.
🛏️ 2 Bedrooms ✨ Remodeled
🚿 2 Bathrooms 🏠 Entire home
🚶‍♀️Walk to IU ☕Front porch
🐾 Pet friendly 🚲 Bikes
🫧 Washer/dryer 🍳 Kitchen
🎓 Campus vibe ⬇️MORE

The space
Experience unparalleled convenience and custom-curated hospitality at StayIU's B-town Bungalow! Located just a 🌟4-block walk from Indiana University🌟 and Kirkwood's shops and dining. Our cozy 2-bedroom home sleeps 8 and features the best front porch in Bloomington! Enjoy modern upgrades and complimentary bikes for exploring the city! 🚲 Pets welcome! 🐾

❤️, Devin @StayIU

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B-TOWN BUNGALOW: WALK TO IU • KIRKWOOD • DOWNTOWN
2 BR • 2 BA • SLEEPS 8 • QUIET STREET • BIG FRONT PORCH
Hosted by STAYIU: 10+ YEARS OF FIVE-STAR HOSPITALITY
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Kick back on one of Bloomington’s best front porches and enjoy a quiet, tree-lined street, while still being a short walk to IU’s Sample Gates, Kirkwood dining/shops, and downtown. Close to everything, yet calm when you’re home. Ideal for visiting your Indiana University student, alumni weekends, campus tours, and Jacobs School of Music or IU ballet performances.

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FRONT PORCH
Kick back on one of Bloomington’s best porches before or after campus events. Morning coffee, evening chats, and an easy place to reconnect.

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⭐️WHY STAY HERE
• Truly walkable to campus, restaurants, coffee, and performances
• Comfortable home base for parent visits, alumni weekends, campus tours, Jacobs School of Music & ballet
• Experienced, responsive hosts who keep things simple and clear

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THE SPACE: 2 BEDROOMS • 2 FULL BATHS • SLEEPS 8
• BEDROOM 1: King bed • blackout shades • smart TV • PRIVATE ENSUITE (full bath)
• BEDROOM 2: Two double beds • blackout shades • smart TV
• LIVING ROOM: Queen sleeper sofa
• CRIB: Full-size crib available on site

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WHAT GUESTS APPRECIATE
• The porch and truly walkable location
• Clear instructions and quick communication
• A spotless, updated home that “just works” for campus visits
• Experienced, professional hosting with no surprises

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KITCHEN (BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED)
Set up for real cooking with full-size appliances and essentials, perfect for making your student’s favorite meal and catching up around the table.

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COMFORT
Central heat/AC • In-home washer/dryer • Fast Wi-Fi • Smart TVs • Amazing 200+ piece vinyl collection

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WHO IT’S FOR
Parents visiting students • Alumni weekends • Campus tours • Performances at Jacobs School of Music and local theaters

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LOCATION NOTES
~4 blocks to IU/Sample Gates and Kirkwood Avenue
Easy walk to restaurants, shops, coffee, and nightlife
Quiet residential setting for restful nights

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PETS
Pets welcome with pre-approval and fee.

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

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SUMMARY
If you want the convenience of walking to IU and Kirkwood, and a comfortable, quiet place to come back to, B-Town Bungalow delivers. Hosted by Devin with StayIU, with 10+ years of five-star hospitality in Bloomington.

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🧸YOUNG FAMILY ITEMS:
- Toys
- High Chair
- Full Sized Crib (sheets not provided)
- Burley Bumble Bee Bike Trailer
- 2 Adult Bikes
- 2 Children's Bikes (18" & 20")
- Wagon
- Family Board Games

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📍FAVORITE DESTINATIONS:
- Indiana University - 4 Blocks
- Sample Gates - 4 Blocks
- Bryan Park - 4 Blocks
- Chocolate Moose Ice Cream - 3 Blocks
- Kirkwood Bars - 4 Blocks
- Starbucks - 4 Blocks
- 4th Street Local Restaurants - 4 Blocks
- Downtown - 6 Blocks
- B Line Trails - 5 Blocks

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🌟CHECK OUT OUR OTHER BLOOMINGTON PROPERTIES🌟
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🏠Campus Cottage: www.airbnb.com/h/campuscottage
- 3 Bedroom, 2 Baths
- Walkable to tailgating & sports
- Sleeps 8
- Hot tub
- Fenced in yard w/ firepit


🏠The Ballantine: www.airbnb.com/h/theballantine
- 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Baths
- 1 Block from IU & 3rd Street Fraternities/Sororities
- Luxury home experience
- Indoor & outdoor fireplaces
- Fenced in yard

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📱IG: @StayIU

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Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire house and property.

One week before check-in we will send you a message including a guide to our home and how to gain access to the home.

Other things to note
**Approved pets will have a $100 fee per pet for the extra cleaning that is involved.

**Unreturned parking pass faces a $150 fee if it is not returned.

**We have a Ring Video Doorbell located on the front door. This door bell captures video and audio and is for the safety for our guests and for our property and is on 24/7.

**All available streaming services require you to log in with your own account to access your personal library.

**Guests will be sent a link to our guidebook which gives direction on using our home's amenities and recommendations around town.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 1 space
Pets allowed

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Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 339 reviews.

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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
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Where you’ll be

Bloomington, Indiana, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Our home is in the Elm Heights neighborhood surrounded by a combination of families and graduate/masters college students. In the corner of University (between 1st & 2nd) & Grant Street. Completely walkable location to get just about anywhere you need to!

Some of our favorite destinations:
Bryan Park - 4 Blocks
Chocolate Moose Ice-cream - 3 Blocks
Kirkwood Bars - 4 Blocks
Starbucks - 4 Blocks
Downtown - 4 Blocks
Indiana University - 4 Blocks
B Line Trails - 5 Blocks
4th Street Local Restaurants - 3 Blocks

Meet your host

Superhost
739 reviews
4.95 out of 5 average rating
11 years of hosting
Where I went to school: Indiana University
My work: Momma & property owner
Hi there! I'm Devin, a proud mom of 2 young boys and happily married to my husband, Andrew, for 10 years. Indiana University alumna, I love hosting, traveling, and design. Building things with my dad is a cherished pastime, while family time and a good IPA beer make life complete. Looking forward to welcoming you to our Airbnb!

Devin is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Michelle
  • Andrew

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
8 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm