With a stay at this vacation home in Muncie, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Ball State University and Southway Centre Shopping Center. .This vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Cooley Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mansfield Park.
Southway Centre Shopping Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Mansfield Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
Prairie Creek Reservoir and Campground - 6 min drive - 4.4 miles
Ball State University - 14 min drive - 3.5 miles
Getting around
Muncie, IN (MIE-Delaware County) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Burger King - 3 min drive
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 3 min drive
Rosebud Coffee House - 5 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.
Cardinal Cottage - 2 bedroom cozy home
Come stay in a nice,clean,peaceful home. 2 bedroom ,1 bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, back deck and fenced in back yard. 5 minutes from downtown Muncie, 10 minutes from Ball State University, 2 minutes from Walmart, & minutes away from the Cardnial Greenway trail.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home offers games.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 step to reach entrance
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Single level property
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave all dirty towels in the bath tub.
Return thermostat to
Summer: 72
Winter: 65
On checkout day there will be a late checkout fee of $20 every 10 minutes past 10am. We need time to get our home cleaned and ready our next guest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Cardinal Cottage - 2 bedroom cozy home Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Very welcoming host! The home had all of the necessary amenities and more. Entry was easy and prompt. Very comfortable stay all around - this was our second time staying at the 'cottage'. Thank you so much!
This was a fun place to stay for my short trip! Loved how close it was to a lot of local sites & stores. It’s a super clean & well-organized, and communication was great! If I’m ever in town again, I’d definitely consider staying here again!
Very clean, cozy and attractive home! Host was easy to reach and accommodating. The beds were comfortable, the home was well-stocked with necessities, and we had a wonderfully relaxing stay. Highly recommend!
Was in Muncie to take my daughter for a college visit at Ball State. The house worked out perfect for us. It was a very nice place to stay at. I would highly recommend this house.
We were visiting for a school competition at Ball State. It was very affordable and comfortable. The beds were comfortable and everything was clean! It’s 13 minutes from Ball State according to GPS.
This house is easy to locate, and great access to the highway. Neighborhood very quiet and clean. Beds were comfortable, amenities were plentiful and clean. Will definitely stay here again when in Muncie. My friend has stayed at a hotel for the last six years and has not found one he would stay at again. Cardinal Cottage for the win!
My husband and I planned a bike trip on the Cardinal Greenway. This property was very conveniently located for getting to the trailheads. The house was very clean and comfortable. It was well suited for our needs. We also enjoyed sitting outside on the deck.
Donna P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Merrie S.
Mar 6, 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Kitchen had no toaster. Kitchen sink was very dirty. Coffee pot was very dirty, still had water in it from??? We had to wash it thoroughly before using. Overall the house had a strange smell to it, do t know if it was from cleaning products or what. Bathroom sink was dirty, soap dispenser was dirty and the shower was discussing! Sheets in one bedroom had something g white on them in two places. Would not stay here again; needs a good cleaning.