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The Sage | Whimsical Cottage Near IU, Downtown | 2 BR ·1 Bath ·Sleeps 5

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Outdoor dining
Interior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom88 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bloomington, IN
  • Place, Wonderlab Science Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana University Bloomington
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Bloomington

With a stay at this vacation home in Bloomington (Maple Heights), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Indiana University Bloomington and Butler Winery & Vineyard. .This vacation home is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Lake Monroe and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Cook Family Health Center.

What's nearby

  • Wonderlab Science Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monroe Convention Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Yogi’s Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Video Saloon - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Upland Brewing Company Brew Pub - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Sage | Whimsical Cottage Near IU, Downtown | 2 BR ·1 Bath ·Sleeps 5

This charming 2-bedroom cottage is located in Bloomington’s walkable Near West Side, just minutes from downtown and a short walk to Indiana University. Thoughtfully designed and comfortably furnished, it’s an ideal home base for visiting scholars, parents visiting their IU students, or anyone planning an extended stay close to campus. The home offers a smart, efficient layout with cozy living spaces and all the essentials for a relaxed, convenient visit.

Book with confidence! I'm a Premier Host with over 500 reviews, 4.95/5 average rating.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home offers games.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 942 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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The Sage | Whimsical Cottage Near IU, Downtown | 2 BR ·1 Bath ·Sleeps 5 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather I.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The sage was a great place for us to stay while in Bloomington! Just a short uber to the bars and easy access to tailgate lots!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Thelma G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & cozy . Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in good location not far from campus. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025