Dixie Street Artist Retreat | 2 BR, 1 Bath Apt Near B-Line & Downtown

Tucked into the Near West Side, Dixie Street Artist Retreat is an artfully decorated apartment that blends eclectic textures & a free-spirited vibe into a stay that feels warm, peaceful and distinctly Bloomington.

Just blocks from the B-Line Trail & centrally located to the best of Bloomington, you can bike downtown, stroll to coffee shops, visit your IU student, or spend the day exploring campus and return to a space that feels like your own creative hideaway in a quiet residential setting.

✨ Highlights
• Sleeps 4 — ideal for IU parents, couples, and small families
• 2 bedrooms • 1 bathroom
• Queen bed • Twin bed • Trundle twin bed
• Walk to the B-Line trail and Downtown Bloomington
• Dedicated parking in the driveway for 1 vehicle
• Kitchenette
• WiFi • Dedicated workspace
• Front porch with swing

— The Details —
This is a private apartment in the front section of an owner-occupied home. It is separated by a locked door from the owner’s space. Bedrooms have handles that lock from inside for added security.

The owner’s friendly older dog lives on the premises, but will not be in the guest area during your stay.

📍 Location
• Safe, welcoming, quiet neighborhood on a dead-end street
• Easy access to the B-Line trail and a short walk to downtown restaurants, cafés, shops and breweries
• 1.4 miles to downtown
• 2.2 miles to Indiana University
• 2.5 miles to College Mall and east side shopping
You’ll be close to everything — right in the heart of Bloomington’s energy — while still enjoying a cozy place to retreat at the end of the day.

— Why We’re Different —
• Natural light and artistic style
• Front porch is great for morning coffee or evening relaxation
• Room-darkening curtains and ear plugs provided in the queen bedroom

👶 🧒 Family-Friendly Features
• Flexible sleeping layout for families
• Tub — helpful for bathing young children
• Nice, quiet, walkable neighborhood

🌱 Sustainability — Lower Your Travel Footprint
• Local coffee
• Recycling provided
• Refillable dispensers with shampoo, conditioner, and body wash
• Eco-friendly cleaning products + “free & clear” detergent

🏡 House Rules
Quiet hours: 9pm–7am (city ordinance)
No parties or unauthorized events
Only registered guests permitted overnight
No smoking or vaping indoors or on the porch
Carport not available for guest use
Kindly remove shoes upon entry
Check-out: simple list provided in home