10/10 Excellent
sarah w.
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice place!
sarah w.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Charming Home .4 miles from IU, Walk EVERYWHERE
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4816 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bloomington, IN
- Indiana University Bloomington11 min walk
- Indiana University Auditorium19 min walk
- Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall4 min drive
- Bloomington, IN (BMG-Monroe County)14 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Back Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Front Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bath
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Charming Home .4 miles from IU, Walk EVERYWHERE
The Pinecone House has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, open concept kitchen, private driveway, fenced in backyard, viewing deck, gardens and more. The house is perfect for a solo traveler or friends and family on vacation. Located in a quaint and quiet neighborhood blocks from Indiana University and across the street from Bryan Park. You can walk or take a short Uber ride anywhere in the heart of it all. You have easy access to the shops and amenities downtown and the eastside of town as well. Each bedroom is full of natural light and has a luxury queen pillow top mattress, quality sheets, pillows and blankets. The kitchen is equipped with appliances and all the necessary dinnerware, silverware, stemware and cookware. We stock freshly ground, locally roasted coffee from Brown County Coffee for your enjoyment. The backyard provides additional gathering space with outdoor chairs and a gazebo. It is a quaint paradise, enjoy the native gardens, mature trees and the pinecones. If you just want to chill out on the couch or in bed, enjoy TV or read a book, we have free Wifi as well. If the weather is nice, open the windows and enjoy the breeze, but if not, the house has central heating and cooling for your needs.
** As a reminder, we do not allow gatherings or parties, this is the quiet side of campus and we request a considerate noise level.
** As a reminder, we do not allow gatherings or parties, this is the quiet side of campus and we request a considerate noise level.
Property manager
Samantha Ezzo
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bloomington
Elm Heights, a neighbourhood in Bloomington, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Monroe and Wayne Woods Nature Preserve, while IU Opera and Ballet Theater and Indiana University Auditorium are cultural highlights. Wonderlab Science Museum and Jump-N-Joey's are also worth visiting.
Bloomington, IN
What's nearby
- Indiana University Bloomington - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Indiana University Auditorium - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Wonderlab Science Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Memorial Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Upstairs Pub - 17 min walk
- Mother Bear's Pizza Campus - 15 min walk
- Rally's - 15 min walk
- Siam House - 16 min walk
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Radhika v.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy stay close to campus
Radhika v.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brianna S.
11 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant
Brianna S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Theresa H.
24 Mar 2025
Theresa H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
cathy b.
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to downtown and campus
cathy b.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colleen C.
26 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was perfect.
Colleen C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kerry M.
11 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hosts!!!
Kerry M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Renato D.
30 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay near IU
Renato D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jodee W.
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house close to everything
Jodee W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carrie C.
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay (as Usual)
Carrie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Chris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
andrea n.
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home & perfect location
andrea n.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
John S.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little house for walking
John S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Blair B.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Blair B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christopher S.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for an IU/Bloomington Weekend
Christopher S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Cari M.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College Move in
Cari M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
23 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling little Cottage
Jennifer R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carrie
20 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property and neighborhood
Carrie
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah C.
29 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Sarah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Tara N.
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sorority mom’s weekend stay
Tara N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
JJ h.
4 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fraternity Mom's Weekend
JJ h.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B., Great Falls, USA
25 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Michael B.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
geoerge s.
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bloomington
geoerge s.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jane P.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, clean, and convenient!
Jane P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy P.
10 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Cathy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Samantha Ezzo
Hello! My partner Michael and I have two short term rental properties in Bloomington. We have lived in Bloomington for 18 years and love calling it home. We have created two unique experiences for travelers within walking distance to Indiana University and everything that is amazing about Bloomington. We love going on outdoor adventures just 5 minutes in every direction and all that downtown has to offer. If you are thinking of a trip to Bloomington, come visit us!
Why they chose this property
The Pinecone House is full of charm in the heart of Bloomington. It is located across the street from a popular park that offers tennis, walking trails, a public pool and more. Come and experience the best location in the city. Within walking distance to Indiana University and downtown, you have it all. The house is full of luxury furnishing as well as outdoor spaces including heirloom gardens, a viewing deck, fenced in backyard, a magical gazebo and more.
What makes this property unique
You can walk everywhere, take the bus or grab a scooter. You are a short uber ride from Assembly Hall and Memorial Stadium. You can enjoy yourself in the home and have a quiet getaway or find an outdoor adventure 5 minutes in any direction.
Languages:
English
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