Family-friendly vacation rentals in St. Joseph County

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!

South Bend, 1 Bedroom Cottage Built in 1912

South Bend historic cottage in the National Historic District of Chapin Park. Close to Notre Dame. One dog is welcome. No cats. There is a queen sized bed and a sofa, NOT sofa bed in the sitting room. This cottage built in 1912. 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 historic architecture are charming. No smoking.

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.

Cabin by the Creek

This little cabin sits on the creek side with a deck overlooking the creek. You will have a woods on one side, and farm animals on the other. It is as peaceful as it gets. Enjoy the feeling and atmosphere of camping with a crackling fire in the fire pit, enjoy a s'more or 2, & a cozy queen bed to sleep in at night. It has a loft that can fit an older child or preteen to sleep. If you love camping and farm animals this is the place for you. It’s the peace you have been looking for!

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

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.

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!

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!

Tiny Retro Studio for One Person

This is a TINY studio for ONE person. Non-smoking inside & out. No pets. Our typical guest is in town for work at Notre Dame or the local hospital, so we try to keep a quiet house for sleeping and studying. Our neighborhood is usually quiet, but not always. See the LOCATION section under the map to read a description of our neighborhood. *Winter Note: We shovel the walkways at the Airbnb, but not usually until later in the day.

Cozy Cottage near Notre Dame, casino and downtown

This charming guest house is nestled on a wooded lot and is perfect for a relaxing getaway. The property includes a wrap-around back deck that overlooks a natural pond. A gas grill is available for your use. The main level has a full sized kitchen, open concept living room/dining room. Parking accommodation for up to four (4) vehicles. Not suitable for parties.

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, Summer Escape - walk to Notre Dame

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! 🐾