Family-friendly vacation rentals in St. Joseph County

ND Events, Four Winds or Business Short Stay Suite

Dedicated Short-Stay for Notre Dame events or Business Downtown NEW 2 bed/2 full bath suite (2nd floor) with 10-12' ceilings, all amenities, including free internet, fully supplied kitchen and whirlpool tub. In downtown South Bend walking distance to multiple bars, restaurants, Morris Performing Arts Center and Century Center events facility. On-site free parking and free shuttle right outside to and from Notre Dame on game days and minutes from the Indiana-Michigan River Valley bike Trails.

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.

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.

HOT TUB|1.2MI to ND | Espresso Maker| Playground

Experience McKinley’s Best Backyard Retreat 🏡, hosted by Home Away From Home! Located just 1.2 miles from Notre Dame 🎓, this fun-filled home features a private hot tub ♨️, small indoor playground, fire pit with wood 🔥, and backyard games like Cornhole and Spikeball 🏐. Whether you’re here for a game, a family adventure, or a relaxing weekend, this is your perfect launchpad and Home Away From Home 🖤. Book today 📅 and enjoy South Bend’s favorite retreat for comfort and play!

South Bend Fully Restored Cottage Built in 1912

South Bend historic cottage in the National Historic District of Chapin Park. Minutes from Notre Dame and downtown. This cottage built in 1912 has been lovingly restored. Private and cozy, the cottage has a big screen TV, wifi and a gourmet kitchen. The owner lives almost directly behind and is available and happy to assist. Chapin Park's tree-lined, brick streets and diverse protected historic architecture make this location exquisitely charming. No smoking.

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!

Clean & Spacious | 5 min to ND | Near Everything

Quickly get to Notre Dame (~1 Mile) or South Bend (~1 Mile) Located down the street from Notre Dame, Trader Joes, various restaurants and the Riverwalk - you can easily access many different things in the area by a short walk, scooter or car ride. This home is located in a quiet neighborhood and provides ample space for you to enjoy your visit whether you are in town for business or fun.

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.

Kintz Farm, Close to Everything on 7 acres near ND

🌿 Escape to this stylish 1,700 sq ft 3BR/1.5BA home—just 1 mile from Notre Dame! 🏈 Sleeps 8 & sits on 7 peaceful acres with sunrise & sunset views 🌅 Watch deer in the fields and feel miles from it all—while being minutes from South Bend fun 🎉 Cozy, quiet, and perfect for work or play, Kintz Farm is more than a stay—it’s a destination! 🐾