Bright BnB Apartment 1S: King Bed + Near VU

Located just steps from downtown Valparaiso, this historic apartment has been fully restored and updated! You'll find restaurants, local shops, and breweries/wineries just minutes away. Whether you want to cook a meal in the kitchen, roast a s'more above the (shared) fire pit in the backyard, or venture downtown, you'll never find a shortage of things to do. This is the perfect getaway for up to 4 people who want to relax or adventure in Northwest Indiana!

To avoid any confusion, potential guests should thoroughly read ALL information below before requesting to book. (We promise that the info below will better prepare you for your trip and answer 99% of your questions!) ;) Thank you!

This apartment (fully updated in 2025) sits among four other private units, all under the same roof of a historic home. Note that this apartment has its own private entrance, and everything shown in the photos for the listing is your own private space. You will have your own living area, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom--these areas are not shared with other guests. The only area shared with other guests is the outdoor area (foyer, picnic tables, backyard/front yard, front porch, bags/cornhole game, laundry room).

CHECK-IN INFO:
--Guests who book will receive detailed check-in instructions around 10 AM (CST) on the morning of their scheduled arrival. All of this will be communicated through messenger.
--A manual with our favorite local attractions will be provided.
--Please note that Valparaiso is on Central Standard Time (CST), the same as Chicago. Check-in is between 4 and 9 p.m.; check-out is at 10 a.m. (unless other arrangements have been made with us).
--Our cancellation policy is moderate. That being said, if you do need to cancel your reservation within 5 days of your booking and we are able to re-book your days with another guest, we will gladly refund you for the amount that we’re able to recoup from new guests. (Some platforms charge service fees that we’re not responsible for—which will be their discretion to refund you.)

Other things to note
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:
The apartment sleeps a maximum of four people in the following areas:
-Master Bedroom on the main floor: 2 people (King bed & ceiling fan)
-Pull-out couch in the living area: 2 people (Queen sleeper sofa & ceiling fan)

BATHROOMS:
-There is one full bathroom with a tub and vanity. It is equipped with fresh towels, rags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash/soap, and a hair dryer.

KITCHEN:
The kitchen includes a sink, quartz counter tops, a kitchen table and 4 chairs, a fridge and freezer, an electric stove/oven, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker, hand mixer, and blender. Basic dishware, bakeware, stovetop ware, and silverware are provided, ground coffee, some form of creamer and sweetener, along with salt and pepper. We also provide some form of cooking oil (such as canola, olive, vegetable, etc) OR cooking spray. Brands provided depend on what's in stock at local stores, so if you have specific brand/flavor preferences for these items, please feel free to bring your own. :)

DESKS/WORK AREAS:
A desk is available in the living room for work. Simply bring your own computer, WiFi is provided.

TECHNOLOGY:
--We hope you choose to enjoy the outdoors and use your time here to disconnect and recharge, but a large-screen smart TV is also provided in the living room. Simply log into any one of your own subscription accounts (Netflix/Hulu/etc) for streaming.
--This apartment is connected to a central HVAC system, shared by this apartment and two others. Temperature sensors in the unit are designed to regulate the temperature to a comfortable level for guests. There are also ceiling fans and extra blankets provided.
--A washer/dryer is available for your use in the basement. (Shared space with other guests.)

Shared Laundry Access:
Guests may use the shared washer and dryer between 4 PM and 10 AM. Please note the laundry is reserved for our cleaning team between 10 AM and 4 PM.

PARKING:
There is free street parking in front of the home. Please note that parking is only allowed on the WEST side of the street (the side opposite of the home), but we've never had any issues finding a spot nearby. :)

Shared Outdoor Areas:
Rocking chairs are just outside your apartment on the covered porch. Enjoy your morning coffee! There is also a backyard firepit with 8 chairs, a cornhole/bags set, as well as three wooden picnic tables surrounded by string lights for any guests to use. Please note that you may see renters of other apartments utilizing these outdoor areas. While we used to supply firewood, it attracted rodents--and so we now ask that guests bring their own firewood if they'd like to have a bonfire. We also ask that guests be mindful of their volume, as many of the bedrooms in the apartments face the back of the home. Sound machines are provided in every sleeping area, and we do ask that guests follow quiet hours so as to not to disturb other travelers. :)

SAFETY NOTES:
1. The apartment is NOT baby-proofed. (We do not have outlet blockers, no furniture is strapped to walls, there are no safety locks on cabinets, etc.) Children must be accompanied by adults at all times; guests are responsible for the safety of their children.
2. There are two steps up to a deck before guests can enter the apartment.
3. We always remind guests to check themselves for ticks after spending time outdoors. Our property is sprayed monthly (inside and out) for bugs, but given the age of the home and the surroundings, you may see a spider or two while here. This is not a matter of not being clean—it’s simply a matter of renting in a historic home. :)

ADDITIONAL INFO:
While we welcome guests of all backgrounds, we will only be accepting booking requests from:

--Users who are "verified" and who already have multiple positive reviews from other hosts.
--Renters that are above the age of 25.
--Renters who are not bringing pets.
--A maximum of 4 guests per reservation. Extra guests are not allowed.
—We value our relationship with our neighbors; events/gatherings/parties are not to be held by guests. In order to keep the house in excellent condition for ourselves and for future guests, we are firm on these rules. We apologize for the inconvenience, and thank you for your understanding.

***As hosts, we have sustained damages to our properties in the past. Because we value our relationships with our neighbors and because we aim to keep the properties in top condition, we do require guests to have previous positive reviews from past trips. If you do not have previous positive reviews from past trips, we do require a fully refundable $500 damage deposit. The deposit is returned on your day of checkout when the cleaning team arrives and confirms the property is in good condition.***

***Smoking is NOT allowed inside or around the property. If there is any evidence smoking occurred inside or within 50 feet of the property (smoke smell, ashes, paraphernalia, etc.) there will be an additional $300 cleaning charge and/or loss of security deposit if one was collected.