Family-friendly vacation rentals in Niles

Glamping Getaway

Blooming Bus farms is an urban regenerative micro farm producing free range eggs from our happy chickens, Alpaca fiber & compost from our herd of 5, and U-pick flowers in the summerl Explore our 15 acres via trails throughout, and play some games on our sand volleyball court, or shoot hoops farm style! Established in 2021, we are still completing our vision which includes 4 Glamping sites, event space, a food forest, mushroom cultivation, vermicompost, and the restoration of a 1947 Fitzjohn Bus.

Off Grid Yurt Glamping on Permaculture Homestead

Stay in our stylish yurt for a one of a kind "glamping" experience on a 20acre homestead! The perfect location on the Southwest Michigan wine trail and just 15 minutes to Lake Michigan beaches! Awesome ammenities - off grid solar power, private outhouse, outdoor shower, fans, fridge, grill, firepit, and more. Take the tour, meet sheep, horeses, chickens, rabbits and learn permaculture. Order our delicious DIY pancake breakfast featuring homemade maple syrup, our organic eggs and pancake batter.

The Hideaway on Mitchellii Lane

A completely furnished apartment in the basement of our log home (our main residence) on 5 acres of woods above beautiful Shavehead Lake. Entrance into the apartment through a screened in porch and double French doors provides privacy and space to relax and enjoy the beautiful outdoor landscape. A large egress window allows natural sunlight into the bedroom on the opposite side of the wall from the kitchen/dining room/living room. High speed internet & YouTubeTV provide entertainment options.

Tiny Retro Studio for One Person

TINY studio for one non-smoker. Our usual guest is a busy academic, intern, medical worker or businessperson. This TINY studio is located in an old 4-unit apartment house, so there is some in-house sound transfer. Our neighborhood is usually quiet, but not always. See the LOCATION section under the map to check if our neighborhood is suitable for you. No smoking indoors or out. Memorial Hospital 3 blocks, Notre Dame 2.5 miles, downtown 1/2 mile. 8 minutes to SB Airport and 80/90 Toll Road.

Riverwalk Retreat on Main, fully updated Victorian

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 2 bath Victorian home in the heart of Niles, MI Recently remodeled with queen bedroom on main floor! 2 blocks from Riverwalk park All bedrooms and living room/game room have mounted flat screen smart tvs Private back yard with fire pit and corn hole, front and back porch 3-min. walking distance over the river to charming restaurants and shops on Main Street 10 miles from University of Notre Dame, and nearby wineries and breweries 30 min. to St. Joseph and New Buffalo, MI

Stay in the "Heart of Niles."

This Historic District upstairs apartment is in the heart of downtown Niles. The 19-mile IN+MI River Valley Trail passes 2 blocks west along the St. Joseph River. Within 4 blocks are Wonderland Theatre, restaurants, 2 antique malls, 4 gyms, Veni's chocolates, Swirley's frozen yogurt, retail shops and an outdoor summer concert bandshell. Notre Dame and downtown South Bend are 8 miles/16 mins. to the south. This special place is close to everything, making it easy to plan your visit.

Harper House. Cozy Charmer in Southwest Michigan

Cozy quiet home with options in all directions. Drive just 8 miles to any of the many Notre Dame events. Drive 30 minutes to the beach on Lake Michigan or one of many wine country tours. Stay in the neighborhood and play public golf or try one of the 10 new pickleball courts both just 2 blocks away. Hop on the river walk just one block away. Take a 40 min drive to historic Shipshewana IN or just sit on the porch and read a book. Whatever you choose you won’t be dissapointed.

The Cottage @ Portage Lion - Treat Yourself!

Cozy cottage fully renovated tucked into a beautiful park-like surrounding. Near to Notre Dame, South Bend, Lake Michigan Beaches, and wine trails. Relax here on your own patio. Luxuriate in the huge new shower. This darling two-room tiny house with a kitchenette has the conveniences and comfort you want for a short stay. The queen bed sleeps two while the couch in the main room is deep and can sleep another. Wifi and Roku enabled. Perfect little getaway!

Wayback House

Country setting. Apartment above our garage. Attached to our house. No Smoking. No Pets. No Parties. No shared space but with the shared wall, you will here sounds from our space including garage door, voices, kitchen noise, dogs may bark, etc. we try to keep noise levels down but we live here and you may hear us. WiFi in this location is sometimes spotty.