Family-friendly vacation rentals in St. Joseph County

The Studio @ Portage Lion

Standalone 750 square foot studio on 4 beautiful acres. Renovated in 2017. Roomy and comfortable, this space is perfect for overnight to short-term stays. The space is very private, separate from the main house, has its own entrance and dedicated heating and cooling. Close to shopping and dining, 15 minutes to Notre Dame and 30 minutes from Lake Michigan beaches and resort communities. Owners live in main house on property with their very friendly dog, Poppy, 2 barn cats, and 5 free-range hens.

Tiny House Living | 1.8 Mi to Notre Dame | Coffee

Welcome to the Portage Tiny House, a unique, modern space located in the beautiful city of South Bend, Indiana. Just 2 miles from the Notre Dame Campus! Sustainably built to produce as much energy as it uses, this place provides memorable stays for visitors to South Bend & Michiana. Enjoy a ‘little’ luxury with 18 ft ceilings, natural light galore, a balcony with grill, a fully stocked kitchen, highspeed Wifi & TV, and a Notre Dame-themed bedroom. We’d be honored to welcome you as our guests!

Private Entrance Guest Suite on the River

Stay in our studio apartment suite with private exterior door entrance. Hosts live in the rest of the house. From the backyard you can fish, kayak/canoe, paddle board, enjoy a bonfire, grill, and relax by the river. There's a king memory foam bed, sleeper sofa, and 49" TV. Remote work friendly with spacious workspace desk, fast WIFI, and coffee. The closet has a mini food prep area with mini fridge and microwave, and grill out on back patio. It's a quick 15 min drive to Notre Dame.

South Bend Showroom Experience!

Stay in style in my showroom. All bed/bath/dining/living/kitchen furniture has been designed and built by me to showcase my woodwork and make the best use of this great space in downtown SB! Blocks to everything downtown, minutes to ND Neighbors include locally owned grocery, bakery, shopping… A sports bar, right across the street, coming soon! Purple Porch Co-op, Local everything! Macris Italian Deli/Bakery/Carmelas Roccos General Coffee Shop Inspire Me The Lauber Yellow Cat Cafe

Old Fox Farm - Cozy Country

Our turn of the century farmhouse is situated in the country on over three acres. Enjoy a large kitchen, dining room and large family room along with three bedrooms (upstairs) and two full baths (1 up and 1 down). The rural atmosphere is perfect for walks or evening fires (we have a fire ring, lawn chairs, and some wood). Enjoy the night sky with a view of the stars and constellations. We have a lovely, safe, rural community with friends and fields as neighbors. No parties allowed.

"SERENITY COTTAGE" Picturesque lake front w/3 bdr!

"SERENITY COTTAGE" A private lake front home on the north shore of Lake of the Woods. 35 min. to Notre Dame and 19 min. to Amish country, Nappanee, IN. This charming three bedroom home in a quiet setting is the perfect place to catch some much needed R & R with family & friends. Park you boat at our private pier or just enjoy observing the wildlife, sunsets, etc. Observe the grace of great blue herons, mama ducks with their ducklings, and you may catch a glimpse of a bald eagle!

HOT TUB | Hazel Acres| Quiet Getaway | Notre Dame

Escape to Hazel Acres Hideaway - Your Home Away from Home! Enjoy the brand new HOT TUB!! Experience the perfect place for you and your loved ones to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life in this newly renovated 4 bed/1.5 bath ranch house, nestled on 2 acres of beauty. Unwind in tranquility as you soak in the peaceful ambiance, surrounded by a sprawling backyard. Located near South Bend's attractions, this retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and accessibility.

Cozy Vintage Studio for One Person

This is a 1-person studio for a non-smoker. Located on the second floor of 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 campus entrance 2 miles, downtown 1/2 mile. Under 10 minutes minutes to SB Airport and 80/90 Toll Road.

Golden Glow | High Rise | DownTown South Bend ND

Stay in the heart of South Bend and take in stunning views of the East Race with the iconic Golden Dome in the distance. Your perfect getaway awaits! This space is within walking distance to many restaurants, bars, stores, parks, and more! Nearby attractions include: - Notre Dame Campus - Trader Joe’s - Century Center - Morris Performing Arts Center - South Bend Chocolate Factory - Eddy’s Street Commons - East Race Market - Howard Park and many more!

Blended Threads: Barn Stay -cozy & stylish, ND!!!

Looking to stay at a gorgeous & one of a kind space? This modern barn has a beautifully renovated, private apartment for you to enjoy located in the walkout basement of our home; It is close to downtown Wakarusa, Mishawaka, South Bend & only 25 minutes from the Irish of ND! Cozy up in front of the fireplace with coffee & a book, play some board games in the silo-lounge, or make this luxurious space home, while you get out and explore!!!

Russ Street Retreat - 10 minutes from Notre Dame

This southwest style oasis is 10 minutes from Notre Dame or short walk to Bethel University. Three bedrooms, an open living area, and a bright kitchen makes it an easy choice for your next getaway. A large, private yard and ample parking also makes this location a great stay for game day. It is within walking distance to many shops and restaurants. Pet dishes and treats available upon request.

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.