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The Hoosier Lake House

Vacation home near Lake Monroe in Bloomington

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

8 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

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Bloomington, IN
  • Place, Lake Monroe
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Memorial Stadium
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana University Bloomington
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

Bloomington

On lake.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Monroe and 6 miles (10 km) of Fairfax State Recreation Area with a stay here. The Golf Club at Eagle Pointe and Fourwinds Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Monroe - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Memorial Stadium - 24 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Indiana University Bloomington - 24 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall - 26 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Oliver Winery - 26 min drive - 39.4 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cloverleaf Family Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Half Bottle Bistro - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 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.

The Hoosier Lake House

PET Friendly and accomadates to Pet owners!!! Amazing home on Lake Monroe. If you love the outdoors and the lake this rental is for you and your guests. Home is located in the thick of the forest. 3200 sq ft home has 5.5 bedrooms, a library, 3 full baths, 3 living areas, private EXPERT trail on 5 acres-Rustic trail to lake 8/10ths of a mile round trip if water is not high! This is an expert rugged trail with many slopes And inclines for those who love the outdoors and hiking-small part is over grown at certain times during the year. This leads to our “secret” beach! It is a rustic beach but you will have it all to your self! It is a smidge of a hike.
Two fire pits are available for use. charcoal grill available (supplies not provided-you will may need, charcoal etc).
A spa/yoga room connected to the bathroom. upper and lower deck/porch with an amazing view. The home is located 2-4 mins from Fairfax Beach and 4 Winds Resort which has amazing has dock slips for rent and boat rentals.
NO Dock slip with the property.
ONLY 15 mins from downtown Bloomington and 20 mins from IU campus and stadium! Lyft, Uber and door dash available to location.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please wash and dry all used towels.
Please remove clean coffee makers and turn off upon leaving.
Please leave all used linen on the bed (no need to take sheets off beds as we do that).
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Hoosier House Whole House
The Hoosier Lake House (Whole House) Bloomington
The Hoosier Lake House (Whole House) Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hoosier Lake House to the airport?

This vacation home is 64.9 mi (65-min drive) away from the Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Hoosier Lake House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hoosier Lake House to the beach?

This vacation home is 14.6 mi (29-min drive) from Paynetown Beach.

Does The Hoosier Lake House offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Hoosier Lake House ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Hoosier Lake House ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Hoosier Lake House ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Hoosier Lake House have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Hoosier Lake House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Hoosier Lake House to downtown Bloomington?

This vacation home is 7.8 mi away from Bloomington.

The Hoosier Lake House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating and house was better than expected. Pictures don't do this place justice. This place is very unique and very well decorated. Interesting memorabilia everywhere you look. Definitely feels like home. Thanks for allowing us to stay at your beautiful house. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Owner was wonderful to deal with
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dynene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for a family getaway with a nice view of the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great choice for family weekend, very clean, tons of space, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, excellent location with a view of the lake and a nice outdoor space. Responsive host. Easy drive into town for college activities.
View from den
View from dining room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hoosier Lake House Summer Vacation

We had a great 3-night family mini-vacation. The property had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Communication was very thorough, timely, and responsive. A very positive experience overall. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Hoosier House

Great place, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had eight family members with 3 dogs in tow. The home had plenty of room to spread out and maintain personal space. This location and amenities were just as advertised and expected. Our host was exceptional in responding quickly to our inquiries. We are happy to recommend this spot.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was incredible, very peaceful. The house is very large so lots of places to cozy up with a book and read while enjoying the view. We had seven people and there was plenty of room. Hard to enjoy the outside area because it slopes down so much, but that was okay with us. The deck is a wonderful place to sit outside. The owners are very responsive, and took care of any issues we had. It’s the perfect place for a group or larger family. Don’t miss the morning lake view, the mist rising up is breathtaking!
View from back deck.
Morning view of mist rising from lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyman W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place for family

Everything went great very nice place to visit with family. The Winkleys
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti T.

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

Wonderful place to stay!

My family and I enjoyed our stay at this very comfortable and unique lakehouse. We found the home to be set up for maximum comfort. It was clean, well stocked with linens and towels, kitchen cookware and dinnerware, and even basic toiletries for us in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh T.

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

Beautiful Lake House

The house was spacious and had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. The only downsides were the grill had not yet been replaced so we had to bring our own and towels needed to be washed, dried, and put in a hamper that I was unable to locate before you left. The property is peaceful but close enough to Bloomington to go out to eat. If you are planning a trip to lake Monroe it is an excellent home base.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noraleen Y.

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

Family wedding in the area

It was close to Eagle Pointe but tucked away to make you feel like had left the rest of the world behind. Great location and worked wonderfully for our family. Even the 10 month old enjoyed exploring. Erin was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex P.

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

Had a blast!

Had a really nice time being able to get out of the house and spend time with my friends and a place I felt very cozy and close to my own home. Vacationing sometimes can not be easy so it’s nice to have had our vacation go smoothly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jill T.

Liked: Listing accuracy

Spacious property

Could use to be a bit cleaner
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Quiet getaway located in remote forest.

This was a relaxing vocation me and my family took together. The house is spacious and very interesting. I love how the house stayed exactly the way it was left. I enjoyed hearing the families background and how it stayed in the family. An amazing overall experience
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Myra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Needs cleanup outside and deep cleaning inside. Needs general repair of chairs, drywall, towel rack, tiles, light bulbs, painting of trim around tub. Rocking chair in front room is broken. Beautiful kitchen which was well equipped, but poorly lit. Oven needs instruction manual. Ample towels. Lovely deck but needs more seating. Clearing of Sasquatch trail.Overall, it’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean Ann B.

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

Peaceful

Our family had a wonderful time for our Labor Day weekend. This house was wonderful, interesting, and welcoming. Everywhere you turn there are interesting places. Would highly recommend this home if you are wanting nature and quiet. We saw several deer. That’s for sharing your home with others
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

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

60th anniversary family weekend

We wanted to treat our parents for their 60th wedding anniversary. They are 80 so we wanted quiet and plenty of room. This house was PERFECT! 11 of us stayed comfortably and were able to spread out and hang out together when we wanted to. We cooked a large dinner for them and everything we needed they had available. We loved the beautiful deck where you can see the lake, listen to birds and watch for wildlife. They have books everywhere, organized and tidy. My parents were thrilled to look through them. So nostalgic. The host was responsive and helpful. We hope to make this a yearly tradition. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!! I can’t say enough wonderful things!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dolly S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Hoosier Lakehouse with view

Quirky is the best description of the house. We were disappointed not having a gas grill as listed and made sure we brought gas with us as instructed. Lighting in kitchen ( where we had to cook) was inadequate in cooking area. Arrived to soiled dishes in dishwasher and linens with dog hair. Soiled dog beds were under the human beds. The back deck was very nice with a view of the lake. The access (stated as rugged) was an overgrown steep ravine . A few critters joined us in one of the bedrooms Not the best conditions but we shared some great family time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

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

Hoosier Lakehouse Review

This property is beautiful and relaxing. Even the pictures online can't do full justice to the incredible scenery. We were all impressed with the setting, and the views from inside and out are nothing short of breathtaking. The house itself proved very comfortable for seven adults over a 3 day span. And I cannot sing enough praises about our host--she was kind-hearted and courteous. Even when we had a question about some lighting after 9pm, she got back to us within about 5 minutes. Absoultely above and beyond! It truly felt like we were guests in a cherished family home, and I would absolutely recommend this destination to any groups or families. I imagine it is especially beautiful in autumn.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Already booked again

My family—six adults, two children, baby on the way—take a short trip every year. We usually stay in one of the very nice cabins between Bloomington and Nashville, but wanted something closer to the lake. There was a MAJOR issue with the cleaning service, but Erin, the property owner, was quick to respond and helped save our vacation from being ruined. And the cleaning service offered to come out while we were there to make up for it (we declined). I’m rating it as 5 stars because the house itself was perfect and just what we needed. I’m rating the house alone, because giving this property a bad rating based on the cleaning company’s negligence wouldn’t be accurate. Looking forward to staying again, but hoping the cleaning service is on their game next time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Alicia P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Lake House surprise

1st time renting . Didn’t expect to have to clean my own towels or coffees pots etc… thought that’s what the cleaning fee was for. Having a late check in and early checkout is unfortunate. But the house is beautiful. There is no path to the lake but there is a beautiful view. And the host is very nice about helping and trying to make your stay as good as possible. Seemed like everyone needed to go to sleep at the same time because of the lack of insulation inside the house. Also the bathtub doesn’t drain properly and we had a huge water problem in the basement which had obviously happened before. In the end we paid a lot of money between parties( verbo, the home owner, cleaning etc..) for this place and being a 1st timer kinda left a bad taste in my mouth. But it is beautiful and the host was very kind and thoughtful she really did try to make thing’s as good as possible. There are lots of kitchen amenities, outdoor chairs and firewood. which I would have know about also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michele P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great for a group

The Hoosier Lake House accommodated us well for a long weekend with my husband, three grown kids & their spouses & two grandsons & one German Shepherd. We appreciated having enough bedrooms and the extra living space in the basement. The house is well-stocked with supplies and beds were comfortable; however, the lighting, especially in the kitchen is inadequate and only a lantern in the laundry room makes it difficult to use. The view from the main living room is great and we loved the quiet setting. We were disappointed to not have access to the "private beach," which was a main selling point for us when we booked the house. We expected the path to be an "expert hike" and not for kids (as the listing suggests), but we learned the day before our stay that it had not been cleared this summer and we didn't want to risk getting poison ivy. It also took almost 24 hours for the house (excluding the basement) to cool down to 70 degrees, which was not ideal. And the outdoor space was not exactly as pictured; although the Blackstone grill was nice. Would recommend renting a boat for the day from Four Winds - that was a great experience and Fairfax Beach was nice for an afternoon in the sun. Erin was very responsive, even when the power went out (due to a storm) in the early morning hours.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

ANITA A.

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

Good Stay

We (spouse, several family members and friends) were in Bloomington for our son's wedding and needed space for 10. This house fit the bill. The area is beautiful and quiet; a nice retreat after all of the wedding festivities. House is older and looks like it has had additions/renovations along the way. It fit our needs for the long weekend.Suggestions: if you allow up to 10 people to stay overnight, provide enough place settings for 10 people. Please do something about the lighting in the kitchen-it felt like a cave and I had to use a flashlight to check whether meat was done. (The light under the microwave doesn't work and there is no under-counter lighting.) The special tub was more a hindrance than a benefit. No one wanted to use it-young or old (we had 1 less than 2 years and one well into her 90s.)Also, not a fan of coming into a rental and having to unload someone else's dishes/not a fan of having to wash/dry towels before we could leave. No problem starting a load of towels/dishes but if you charge a cleaning fee, the cleaning person should be taking care of unloading/washing/drying.The "expert trail" doesn't seem to be a trail at all; but then, we weren't sure where it was. Maybe a little explanation as to where to look. The outside of the house could use a clean up. A broken pick-axe, old chair, and a few other things were just sitting out in the area near the house. It really detracts from the natural beauty.Would I stay again? Maybe? Probably?
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful

Located close to four winds resort. This house was beautiful and spacious with room for everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022