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Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table.
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table with a vase, and a fluffy white rug.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Normal, IL
  • Place, Illinois Wesleyan University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Illinois State University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Redbird Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bloomington

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Illinois State University and Carle BroMenn Medical Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Illinois Wesleyan University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Illinois State University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Children's Discovery Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Redbird Arena - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Uptown Station - 17 min walk
  • Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street

Charming bungalow with all of the necessities of home! This cozy home is perfect for friends, families, or travelers seeking comfort and style. The house is located about 5 miles from the airport, less than 1 mile from ISU & IWU and walking distance to the hospital and uptown to dine and shop; LOCATION is a guest favorite! The neighborhood is quaint with a grade school playground across the street. The constitution trail is 1/2 mile from the house, great for pets, walks and biking. High speed internet, blue tooth speaker in the family room, jbl speaker and plenty of comfortable blankets and pillows throughout the house.

Location, atmosphere and comfort are guest favorites!

LOCATION: -
Walking distance to the hospital, IWU, ISU as well as uptown - lots of dining, shopping and town events. The house is 1/2 mile from access to The Constitution Trail; 45 miles of paved surface throughout the Normal-Bloomington area; great for walks, biking, dogs

TVs:
Total of (5) smart tv's in the house, all streaming Hulu

BEDROOMS/SLEEPING:
4 Bedrooms total
2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, both have queen beds
2 bedrooms in the basement, 1 king bed and 1 couch that pulls into a queen sleeper

There is also a queen, plug in, pillow top air mattresses if needed

KITCHEN:
The kitchen is stocked for cooking and dining. Dishes, pots, pans, toaster, coffee maker, electric mixer, air fryer, grilling utensils and more. Plenty of spices, condiments, Kcups, coffee and tea are available at the house

BATHROOMS:
The bathroom on the 1st floor has a jacuzzi tub with shower, toilet and sink. The basement bathroom has a large walk in shower, toilet and sink. Both bathrooms have plush bath towels and stocked with toiletries, blow dryers, all the essentials and more

WASHER/DRYER:
Guest are welcome to use the washer and dryer as well as detergent/supplies

Games -
Pac Man with many game options, lots of children's books and plenty of board games

Backyard/Patio -
We start putting the patio furniture out closer to May. The backyard holds many, lots of families visiting for game weekends bring their own lawn chairs for extra seating for their friends. Plenty of room on the patio couches, egg chair and even the patio stairs for guest. Weber grill, bbq utensils and lots of spices are available for guest to make great memories. Basket Ball Net above the garage, corn hole, bad mitten and many more out door games as well as 2 cruiser bikes are available for guest

Access to the House-
When arriving please enter through the front door, keyless entry.

PARKING:
The long driveway holds approximately 4-5 cars. If extra parking is needed, you can park on the opposite side of the street

PARK:
The elementary school is on the same street a few houses down, great park; slides, swings-
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee is $100 per pet, $300 deposit

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Quiet hours are 11pm-7am. Please, no loud parties

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Quiet hours are 11pm-7am. Please, no loud parties
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.
  • Note from host: Quiet hours are 11pm-7am. Please, no loud parties
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Bloomington, a short 17-minute walk from Children's Discovery Museum and also 16 minutes on foot from Normal Theater. You'll also find Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts and Grossinger Motors Arena within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street?

As of Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street on Sep 13, 2026 start from $413, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace, a jetted bathtub, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street?

No, but all house at this vacation home have jetted bathtubs.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bloomington, IL (BMI-Central Illinois Regional), which is 4.9 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street?

Yes, every house at Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street comes with a patio.

Charming Bungalow, PRIME LOCATION walk to ISU & IWU, Playground Across Street Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
home was beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect house for our needs! The check in and out process was smooth and easy and the host was quick to respond to questions. Will definitely rebook!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayley E.

My family loved staying here in our way home from Nashville! We enjoyed the rooms and spaces
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very comfortable, nicely decorated and supplied, and located near campus. It is also pet-friendly, which was a big plus. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is very clean and well appointed. Comfortable beds and pillows. We had 6 adults and had plenty of room. Great communication from host.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house & yard are very comfortable and perfect for our stay. We love having our friends at the property right next door
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were I town for one evening and the stay couldn’t have been any better. It was exactly what we were hoping for. If we’re heading to Bloomington, this is our 1st choice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evany T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy and Cozy

Our stay was very comforting and cozy. Loved the house and the host was very gracious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Main floor was very nice, well layed out and spacious. Really enjoyed the back patio area was peacful and relaxing. Ample parking for 4 cars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We really enjoyed our time at the Timeless charming home. Donna was an excellent host and very responsive. I would absolutely rent this house again☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pennie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just stayed one night on our way to meeting up with more family.It was fine , fit our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

I stayed here with my partner for an out of town weekend wedding and it was adorable! Super clean, stocked, and Donna is the sweetest host. Would 100% stay at any of her properties again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with my elderly father, my husband, and my sister and her husband. We had 3 dogs amongst us. We all had all the space we needed and it was beautiful and comfortable. The dogs loved the back yard! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

House is cozy and charming and has been updated and decorated very nicely. Kitchen has full supplies and a thoughtful snack basket was provided. Was perfect for our family for an overnight stay while in town for an event.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday Visit

The house is in a great location to get anywhere in town. Its well laid out, incredibly comfortable beds, great kitchen and well appointed. The backyard is great for just hanging out and relaxing, and the front porch wonderful for sitting and watching the neighborhood. I can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming indeed!

Had a nice weekend in this beautiful and stylish home. The holiday decorations made for a cozy ambiance. Host was friendly and responsive to all questions. Clean and a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home, perfect location

This property is so well appointed and kept. Owner was responsive to questions/information. Location is convenient, safe and quiet. Beautiful walking neighborhood and easy access to a walking trail.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patsy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect. The house is amazing, communication was fast. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Your home was perfect for our small family gathering. There was plenty of seating and games. It was a very warm weekend and the air conditioning kept us all comfortable. The owner was very responsive to my questions. I would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paisley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little spot!

Used this place as a home studio for my photography business and it was absolutely perfect! Donna has this place decorated so cute and you can totally tell she stay's on top of keeping it clean. Communication was great! I'd love to book it again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed our stay at the Timeless Charming Bungalow. Donna is a great host and was very quick to answer any questions, before and during our visit. To our surprise, the house was decked out for Christmas, making the already cute property even more cozy. The home is well stocked with everything you could possibly need, extra blankets, pillows, towels etc. Very conveniently located just blocks from the ISU campus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaye H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean Comfortable Cottage

We loved staying at this property. It was exactly as advertised. The cottage was super clear and nicely decorated. The property host communicated well and was super responsive. Thanks for allowing us to stay in your wonderful home. We will definitely stay there again when we travel to Bloomington. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! It was beautifully decorated for Christmas, which added an extra charm. The accommodations were very comfortable. There were a couple of things we found that needed to be updated from the current listing. The most important is that the stairs down to the basement are now located within the main house. That was a plus, since we stayed in December. Also bring your media subscription log-ins for the televisions. Very clean and in a great location close to ISU campus, if you are visiting your student. Host was very responsive to our questions and let us check in a little early.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming updated home

This is an older home that has been beautifully renovated. It truly is charming. The owner was available to communicate with us as needed and sent a man over to shovel following a brief but heavy snowfall. Getting in and out was so easy, I recommend it highly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crissy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

My hubby and I stayed here with our fellow Redbird parents (total of 4 adults) for ISU's homecoming weekend and it was absolutely perfect. Check in was super easy, communication with the host Donna was excellent. She really goes above and beyond to make her guests feel right at home. Everything listed was exactly as promised. Situated right between ISU and IWU, so whether you're there to visit your Redbird or Titan, you're in a great location. We will definitely book this again. Thank you Donna for being such a great host! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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