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Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.

Family-friendly holiday home in South Bend

Smart TV, video games, table football - Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. (South Bend)

4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. (South Bend)

Exterior - Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. (South Bend)

Within 2.5 miles of Notre Dame, The Grand Dame offers a stylish retreat for group trips. With four bedrooms, a sleeper couch in the living room and fun zone basement to keep everyone entertained this home is ideal for gatherings.

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Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12186 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.

In South Bend, you'll find the ideal place to stay near the famous University of Notre Dame and many popular spots. This 4-bedroom vacation home offers the ideal blend of comfort and convenience. Located in an historic and safe neighborhood, you'll appreciate the scenic, tree-lined street. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy and well-appointed interior, complete with 2.5 bathrooms, clean towels, a stocked kitchen, and a hair dryer to make your stay effortless. Enjoy the comfort of air conditioning and heating, as well as fresh linens for a restful night's sleep. Catch up on laundry with the in-unit washer and dryer, and iron out any wrinkles with the provided iron and board. Spend your days exploring the nearby Notre Dame Stadium, just an 8-minute drive away. Take the family to Potawatomi Zoo, downtown South Bend, or try your luck at the Four Winds Casino South Bend, just 14 minutes from your doorstep. With high-speed WiFi, you can stay connected throughout your stay. Immerse yourself in the vibrant university town and create lasting memories in this charming South Bend vacation home.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Separate dining area

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV
Video games

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board

Things to do

Foosball table

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Garden
Recycling
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Note from host: $100 per pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that 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

About the area

South Bend, IN

What's nearby

Kennedy Park - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Leeper Park Tennis Center - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
University of Notre Dame - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
Notre Dame Stadium - 10 min drive - 4.3 km
Four Winds Casino South Bend - 13 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

South Bend Station - 10 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bob's Pub - ‬12 min walk
‪T. Allen’s King Gyros - ‬4 min drive
‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
‪The Local Cup - ‬2 min drive
‪No. 6 Scratch Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. located?

This family-friendly South Bend holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Kennedy Park and Leeper Park Tennis Center. Compton Family Ice Arena and Memorial Family Medicine Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.6

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10/10 Excellent

Lois P.

5 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday Near Family

We were so pleased to find a dog friendly home very near our family. Enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the Place

Super cute older home that was nicely decorated. Tons of space and in a great location!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mariana A.

26 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Weekend

Home was spacious enough to accommodate our large group comfortably. It was peaceful and relaxing

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carlie R.

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home, had a few issues with the AC not working at first but the host was quick to fix the issue & was very responsive!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

23 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Grand Dame

Very comfortable stay. Setup was ideal for our family. Convenient to the campus. Great communication from property owner. Very responsive!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

29 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ND football weekend

This house was beautiful and cozy. Nice large gas grill and kitchen with all the necessities. Liked the large dining table to linger over meals and visit. Beds very comfortable and great layout to accommodate our large family. Nice neighborhood with sidewalks for walking. Easy drive to University.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024