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"The Sage" — Charming 2 Bedroom Cottage Near IU & Downtown

Vacation home in Bloomington, near Indiana University Bloomington

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Living area
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

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 neighborhood

Bloomington

Located in Maple Heights, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Cook Family Health Center and Butler Winery & Vineyard.
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What's nearby

  • Wonderlab Science Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Monroe County Courthouse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Monroe Convention Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Upland Brewing Company Brew Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Smokin' Jack's Rib Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kilroy's Sports Bar - ‬15 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" — Charming 2 Bedroom Cottage Near IU & Downtown

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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 22

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Maple Heights within a short 15-minute walk of Wonderlab Science Museum and also 17 minutes on foot from Buskirk Chumley Theater. You'll also find Butler Winery & Vineyard and Bloomington Community Farmers' Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at "The Sage" — Charming 2 Bedroom Cottage Near IU & Downtown?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at "The Sage" — Charming 2 Bedroom Cottage Near IU & Downtown?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at "The Sage" — Charming 2 Bedroom Cottage Near IU & Downtown.

"The Sage" — Charming 2 Bedroom Cottage Near IU & Downtown 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