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Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery

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Sport court
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery

Welcome to this unique 117 acres property with private hiking trails and lake. 5 bedrooms, 4 and 2 half bathrooms accommodation, maximumly can afford 16 people.

This home is a short 15-minute drive to downtown Bloomington, and a 10-minute drive to Indiana University and I-69, offering the best of town and country living and 45 mins drive to Indianapolis Airport.
Perfect place for Hoosiers’ homecoming and reunion events.
Note: The person making the reservation must be 25 years old or older.
Taking 10 minutes hiking trail through private woods, you can reach Shing Monastery. Fully relax yourself.


The space
The cozy living room is setup with a comfortable couch for you to relax and a 50" TV with Netflix access where you can watch your favorite movies after the long sightseeing and working.

The master bedroom has a comfortable king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom. Two bedrooms located on the second floor has a queen-sized beds each. Two full-sized beds are in another bedroom and a queen-sized bed is in the basement bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. There's also a sofa bed available in the office and basement living room. There is second laundry room and a kitchenette in basement.

There's a kitchen that is fully equipped with everything you need and a dining area to make your favorite meal.

You don't have to worry because guests will be provided with sets of sheets, linens, duvets for all beds as well as extra towels and a washer & a dryer!

High-speed Wifi, a gym, a boat and 30 free parking spots (3 in the garage and the rest are all outdoor) are all provided during your stay!

Looking forward to hosting you!

Other things to note
*There are security cameras located at back door, front door and deck only. No camera inside the house.

Property manager

Yale Lin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Similar properties

Property grounds

This house is a 10 bedroom(s), 5 bathrooms, located in Bloomington, IN.

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
This house is a 10 bedroom(s), 5 bathrooms, located in Bloomington, IN.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Small dogs

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
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 and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Map
Bloomington, IN

What's nearby

  • Oliver Winery - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Assembly Hall - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 13 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Indiana University Auditorium - 15 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Jiffy Treet West - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Upland Brewing Company Brew Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ferguson Dog Park, Indiana University Bloomington and Cascades Park. Oliver Winery and Cascades Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Shinewoods Lakehouse close to IU Bloomington adjacent to Monastery Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
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8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Savannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth of July Bash
We had our family stay at this property and were a sizable group. This place was awesome! Our kids loved the house and size of it, the outdoors was perfect for them to swim and play. I’d recommend taking tubes, like we did, it helps prolong the water fun! Fishing was fun too! There are two charcoal grills, plenty of seating, an amazing couch! We’ll be making this place our get away spot in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House Spectacular
This is our second year at the property and it is even better this year. Really, a 150 acre wooded property with a small 8 acre swimmable lake with a paddle bowl and good fishing. The house is huge and has ample space and beds for 14 although they only advertise for 10. Many special area, player baby grand piano, working electronics, and large kitchen make for a special family gathering, We had none of the issues with bugs or mice that other reviewers note — it’s a rural location but the owners have addressed any issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely grounds for a family reunion.
We had a wonderful time at the Lakehouse. It was secluded with beautiful scenery. I was worried about the previous comments re mice but there was no evidence at all! It was easy to pick up supplies and Bloomington is a lovely town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Mansion
We nicknamed the house “the Mansion”. We loved staying all together there with two little ones. We never used the formal dining room or red lounge room. When indoors, we spent most of our time in the kitchen/ family room. We enjoyed the pond. The boys enjoyed the bikes on a couple of trails. We tried the trails. They aren’t great for hiking the property, but we enjoyed it nonetheless. We would recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The fishing is great!
We spent a long weekend there with our adult children and grandchildren. It is very private but close to a grocery store, restaurants and shopping. The fishing was great. Everyone enjoyed the paddle boat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding to Remember
This property was remarkable! We had a small wedding ceremony on-site and it was ideal. The home has plenty of room to spread out and there is plenty of yard for an outdoor event. Kids enjoyed fishing and swimming in the lake. Proximity to campus was also great. I’d stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A., Bedford, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect setting for a small wedding
This house and property was everything we could have imagined for our daughter’s wedding. She wanted a small outdoor wedding where family and friends could also stay for the long weekend, and this house was it. The house was big enough for everyone and then some. There was plenty of supplies too. The lake was beautiful, as was the setting of the house. The landscaping was a little rough, but the yard was nicely mowed. I would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home and Property
The spacious home and beautiful property was perfect for 12 friends to enjoy 4 nights and 5 days together. The home was well stocked, enough bathrooms for 12 gals, a host who quickly responded to any questions, enough seating for games and meals, large bedrooms. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ryan L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location, Large Space - Poor Cleanliness
The location is great and the space is large. You are secluded from all of your neighbors, and there is plenty of space for 12+ people. The kitchen was well stocked. If you have anything specific (like a large stock pot) you'll want to bring that. Photos are from a real estate listing and amenities & furniture are different (no gym/peloton). An interior window pane was broken before we arrived but the exterior pane was intact. The big problem was the cleanliness. On its surface it was clear the kitchen and bathrooms had been cleaned after the last guests, however one of the beds was never cleaned (the cleaning crew must have missed it). There was still makeup smudged on a pillowcase and the sheets were clearly never washed. The worst part of the stay was that there was an obvious mouse problem. Toilet paper sitting near the ground had been chewed, and there was a lot of mouse poop. One bed had lots of mouse poop in it and needed to be completely washed. There was also mouse poop on couches and on the floor around the kitchen. Our group isn't particularly squeamish on stuff like this, but it was a significant problem. We guess they did have a cleaning crew come through after the previous guest, but enough time passed and no one came through to clean it again right before our visit. Having mice is a problem that needs solved but having mouse poop everywhere at arrival is unacceptable. The host was responsive and did refund a portion of our stay at our request.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Barb C.

Spacious beautiful home
This home is stunning with over 5000 square feet. It is nestled in the woods away from neighbors. It has a beautiful big pond you may fish in or use the owners paddle boat. Each of the 5 bedrooms has an adjoining bathroom. The beds were clean and comfortable. There were plenty of towels and linen. The kitchen is well equipped however not much space in the refrigerator for a large group of people. We had to rewash pots and pans before using them due to greasy residue left on them. The refrigerator was very dirty and had leftover food in it. As we departed, we threw away all the leftover foods left by other renters. The large bathtub in the master on the main floor did not hold water therefore it was useless. The house keeping needs to improve. The floors look as if they have not been swept or mopped in a long time. There was a lot of hair on the floor in the bathrooms. Several lightbulbs were burned out throughout the house. The landscaping needs attention. We could not locate the remote control for the garage doors. The 3-car garage was nice. The tires on all the bicycles were flat and the fishing poles broken. The property manager notified us to make sure all trash was in the dumpster as trash day was Thursday. That being thanksgiving we didn’t figure it would be picked up until Friday. As of checkout Sunday it still had not been picked up. Although the house was not up to my standards for cleanliness, the overall stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hoosier Football Weekend
The property was beautiful, spacious and very clean. There was plenty of room for our family and plenty more if needed. We cooked multiple meals and the home had everything we needed for our meals. We usually like to grill outside but the flat top inside worked just fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with nice updates
Beautiful house with nice updates.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

LISA Y., San Diego, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
House was beautiful. Perfect space and the lake was gorgeous. Good fishing. Pictures online is not how house inside is set up. Was still sufficient but, definitely different. Range oven did not work. wall oven was sufficient. Garbage disposal did not work. We managed, had to use knife to keep drain clear. table clothe had food on it. Plenty of clean towels/ sheets. big plus. Also no kitchen aid mixer in kitchen as pictured. Had to buy a mixer. communication was great. All in all we had a great time. family loved the home. The small negatives is easily fixed. only bowls and cups, no dinner plates. we just bought disposable ones.refrigerator was not clean either. My husband cleaned patio and front porch. Blower in garage and push broom. well supplied with cleaning stuff. Paddle boat was awesome. Our family time was amazing and house was perfect size. This is a very peaceful place to be. Thank you for letting us use your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Christine G.

Girls Trip
It was exactly what we needed for our girls trip. The size of the house fit us perfectly, and we loved the piano. Only feedback I would give is it looked like a few areas of the house had not been dusted in a few months. We also ran into a little issue with the fridge being smaller and having a place to put our food we had brought for 3 days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual girls trip
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and immense home. There was ample room for the six of us. The home sits by itself on land near a lake - we saw turkeys and deer. Loved the baby grand player piano. It is not far from Oliver Winery, Butler Winery and Bloomington University. Nashville, IN is about 30 minutes away, but had to travel winding roads to get there. Thanks for sharing your home with us - I will tell other about it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne W., New York

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful lake house. Well appointed, comfortable and clean with plenty of room for a larger family or group to spread out. Thank you also for the very quick and clear communication throughout booking and our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful long weekend reunion!
We REALLY enjoyed our stay, the house was as beautiful as the pictures show! And the grounds also gorgeous. Plenty of room for our 8 adults and 6 kids between couples, all under the age of 7. The kids had a blast out in the backyard and down by the lake. Beds were comfy and towels nice. Definitely a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet beautiful place
The property had plenty of room to gather together or spread out for quiet time. Owner even had more silverware and place settings sent to property to accommodate our group. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

alice i.

Liked: Cleanliness
Longtime friends
We get together every summer. The Bloomington area is a convenient meeting place. This property was comfortable and certainly met our needs. We enjoyed the large den/kitchen, large bedrooms and adequate parking. There was room for us to set up a pickle ball court and we spent the afternoons out at the small lake-fishing, floating and riding in the paddle boat. The host was available via email to answer our many questions. We hope to come back again next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cockerham Family Reunion
This is a perfect place for family reunions and other large gatherings. The house is beautiful and situated in picturesque setting with hills, hiking trails and a small lake. Everyone loved the paddle boat and the fishing was good. The owner answered all of our questions immediately and was very helpful. The back yard was large enough to accommodate our badminton, croquet and corn hole games. We had a fabulous time and highly recommended this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Place
We had high expectations coming to this stay — and they were exceeded! We had a group of 14 (8 adults and 6 younger kids) and there was plenty of room. The house is gorgeous and well-equipped with even a player (mini-grand) piano. Walk-in closets in each bedroom are all large enough to house a porta-crib. Even though the house sits in a cleared area within a 110-acre woods, there were no varmints or bugs — although my understanding is that the owner has secured a monthly pest control service just in case. Outside was awesome with a large flat backyard for play and a 7-acre lake with swimming and a paddle boat for four. The fishing may have been the best we ever had with 40 fish caught in a four-hour span with just two dads. Small natural 10- minute trail leads to a friendly working monastery. Pictures and drone video were accurate. Host was super engaged and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Natalie C.

Deep woods isolated home
The house is HUGE, beautiful, and amazing. It really is. It is located deep in the woods, so therefore it does come with the problems of houses in the woods. Ticks, spiders, hornets, and mice. You could also tell that the property hadn't seemed to have been kept up as much as it could have. Tall grass, over grown garden beds and ivy. There were supposed to be paths but you could hardly find them as they were very overgrown. Even the "path" down to the lake was non-existent. You just had to walk through the woods to get down there. Tons of ticks. You can tell that somebody knows it's a problem because there was lots of tick spray for equipment and people stashed away in cabinets. There were many hornets nests by the back door and deck. We also did encounter a mouse. They had traps there already that we found and used one of those. The house really is drop dead gorgeous though. Tons of room for the family and gatherings. Lots of things provided. The presentation of the house was great. Just needs a little bit more upkeep. So if you're ok with the things that come with a house in the middle of the woods. Then this is the place for you. *Disclaimer: everybody kept up on their bug spray and nobody got bit or stung by anything. Not trying to scare anybody. Just want to let you know what you're getting into.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family gathering
Yale’s VRBO worked well for our family during our son's graduation from IU, and the place was very spacious! It’s a beautiful place and we enjoyed the piano/player piano, and also sitting on the porch and down by the pond. It was a bit out of town, and thus it was very peaceful. We could see fish in the pond, so if you’re a good fisherman, you might catch some good sized fish! The place would be awesome for a large group, as the house is spacious with plenty of beds and bathrooms, and the backyard would be great for gathering and for yard games, etc. Yale was very quick to respond to my messages when I asked questions. Definitely recommend for a large (or small) gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023