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The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles!

Family-friendly holiday home in Bloomington

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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Pool
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bloomington, IN
  • Place, Monroe Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana University Bloomington
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Wonderlab Science Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About the area

Bloomington

A family-friendly stay in Bloomington awaits you at this holiday home. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Indiana University Bloomington and Buskirk Chumley Theater. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fenced private garden, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Bryan Park holiday home include Monroe Convention Center and IU Health Bloomington Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Monroe Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • IU Health Bloomington Hospital - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Monroe County Courthouse - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wonderlab Science Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rally's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Elm - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Siam House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 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 Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles!


Enjoy your adventure at the Bread and Butter, 6 blocks from campus and downtown, 2 blocks from Bryan Park. Fireplace in bedroom, propane grill, desk, patio, fenced backyard and fully equipped kitchen. Hosted by teachers who hope to share their love of nature and hiking through a mid-century and National Park themed house, and naturally inspire their guests to learn about, and visit National Parks. There's two king and 1 queen bed.
You will love the location, it's in a quiet residential neighborhood, only six blocks from campus and downtown. There are a few scattered rental properties in the area. There's lots of dog walking, neighbors are friendly, urban deer wander around in the early morning and evenings. Bryan Park is just two-blocks away and there's a public swimming pool, basketball courts and a one-mile walking/running/cycling trail around the circumference of the park.
There are 8 designated parking spaces on the property. Walking, cycling and driving are common means of transportation. Uber and Lyft are also popular modes of transportation. There are also a few rentable scooters scattered throughout the neighborhood. All the city buses are handicapped accessible and have bicycle racks. There is a bus stop 3 blocks away from the house. The IU Law Building and downtown Kirkwood is only 6 blocks north of the house. Guests can only use this promotion one time, a maximum of one card per party, regardless of the number of days guests stay.



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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

Absolutely no professional or commercial photography permitted. Dog owner discards dog waste. Lock doors.
For an insta-book, the person booking is required to have rented before on VRBO and have a good rating without any record of bad incidences.
Guest provides dog pen for anxious dogs.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! ?

The closest beach to The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! is Paynetown Beach (12.1 km).

Does The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! ?

No, The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Bread & Butter-Near IU-2 Kings-1 Qu.-7 Parking Spaces and Bicycles! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janice G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Bread and Butter is an inviting National Park themed home that offers great value, very attentive and welcoming hosts, an excellent location, ample parking, and amenities including a fenced yard. This home is family friendly and was able to accommodate rotating family visitors and our small dog. Situated in a quiet and friendly residential neighborhood a short walk to Bryan Park, and close to both IU and downtown Bloomington.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

Enjoyednour stay and the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

connie r.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were greeted with a basket of snacks, a loaf of bread from a local bakery and a stick of butter! That delicious bread was our breakfast nearly every day! Having coffee provided so I didn’t have to purchase a huge can was awesome too! Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect. Will definitely try to stay here again for future visits!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamet S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

The location was great! The house was lovely and the hosts really pay attention to detail! We would love to stay there again next time we are in Bloomington.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay, convenient location. The host’s go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and have not looked over any details. We definitely recommend and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little 500

The property was great! Very clean and in a great area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Mom's Weekend!

Bread and Butter was just perfect for Mom's Weekend at IU and also to celebrate my daughter's birthday. Being away from kiddos is hard enough, but this home was perfect for making our visit feel like home. The hosts were great, leaving us special treats, and the home had everything we needed. The location was perfect, the backyard was spacious, beds comfy, and had all the amenities. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, comfortable with everything provided.

Super easy communication with Jane and Tony. They have every detail covered from comfy beds, a fenced in back yard, all the dishes and cookware you could need, propane grill, towels, cleaning supplies, etc. They are welcoming and give tons of information about the area if you are looking for activities or restaurants. We will definitely stay here every time it’s available when we visit our son at IU. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe F., Latham, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in quiet neighborhood near campus.

Jane thought of everything and responded almost instantly to any questions we had. We only had one car but there was tons of off-street parking which isn't always the case. Could easily walk to campus and very central for everything else. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

Jane and Tony were wonderful hosts. Great location and great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Nice Home

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bread and Butter. The home was very clean and well-appointed. We love the style of the home and the furnishings. The kitchen had everything we needed for preparing meals. We also appreciated that the owners provided foil and zip lock bags. Many homes do not have these. The washer and dryer came in handy. Communication with the owner was excellent. We had an unexpected change to our plans and she was able to extend our stay by another night. Her response was very prompt. I highly recommend this home and will stay here again if our future travels take us to Bloomington.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay!

Hosts are wonderful people and work to put a personalized touch on your stay. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Trip

We enjoyed our 2-night stay in the Bread and Butter home. The location was perfect and we loved that they allowed dogs! The back yard is fenced so it was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bread and Butter is awesome!

We had a fabulous time. Everything you need is there including a lot of extra amenities. Walking distance to town and campus. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bread and Butter for the Win

Great host’s, convenient neighborhood, and we will definitely utilize in the future, in fact we have already reserved!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All we literally needed was our toothbrush! Bread and Butter had thought of everything to make your stay feel like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay at the Bread and Butter

Had a lovely 3 night stay at the Bread and Butter home. It was very clean and full of thoughtful amenities. Very nicely decorated and comfortable home. Use of the bikes was great for us to ride through campus. Highly recommend this property for anyone looking to stay close to campus and Bloomington downtown area. Jane was very responsive and helpful with all our communications.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bread and Butter Eclipsed all other VRBO experiences!

Our family group of 7 booked Bread and Butter for its perfect location for the recent solar eclipse. The eclipse was spectacular, of course, but this rental added tremendously to our trip. It is spotless, stylishly and comfortably outfitted, and our hosts made us feel so perfectly welcomed. Local coffee, snacks, fresh cinnamon bread — they even provided a kiddie table and chairs and an assortment of children’s nature books, in line with their National Parks decor. We even enjoyed a lively game of National Parks Trivia, just one of many entertainments provided by our hosts. You shouldn’t miss staying here when you visit in Bloomington!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Weekend Stay

The house was perfect for our weekend trip to visit our kids at IU. The owners thought of every detail, and there wasn’t a thing overlooked to make our stay comfortable. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy and comfortable home -- great location

Our family of four (two adults, two teenagers) stayed at the Bread and Butter during a short spring break getaway to Bloomington. The house was cozy, clean and comfortable, and we had everything we needed for our stay. Jane and Tony were great hosts -- responsive and communicative, providing a guidebook with suggestions for places to visit and also getting in touch when a storm approached to make sure we knew where emergency supplies were located in case of a power outage. We appreciated all of the details and special touches that made the place feel welcoming, such as fresh bread and butter, water bottles, breakfast items and snacks, etc. The beds were very comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking and baking. We also loved the location – it is a cute neighborhood just minutes away from all the things we wanted to do. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Rental

The bread and butter was wonderful. Location was great and the home was very clean. The owner was great to work with. Will definitely use this again on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great hosts

My husband and I flew in to spend Christmas with our boys who are college students. The hosts were so welcoming, even left a Christmas tree for us. House has everything anyone would need, we made a full Christmas dinner no difficulty with everything available in the home. Thank you so much, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Football game weekend

We stayed at the Bread and Butter for a recent football game weekend. Several families with kids at IU so it was great for all of us to stay together. Everything you read about in the reviews and description is spot on. Would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023