Holiday 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.

Restoration Farm - Simple & Sustainable Living

Approx. 10 miles/25 min. from University of Notre Dame & Amish country, this rural apartment is our finished basement that we reside over. With own private walk-out entrance from back of the house, unit includes 2 BR's (one very small), full bath (shower, no tub), kitchen/family room & laundry room. Once outside, you're on 60 acres of rolling pasture + 17 acres of forest. There are cattle, sheep, chickens & dogs (+ a couple of barn cats & seasonal pigs.). Plenty of space for hiking & exploring.

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.

*River View Apartment* - 1.4 mi to ND Clean Modern

This unique studio apartment has panoramic river views and is close to everything, making it easy to plan your visit to Notre Dame/South Bend. It is one of three units in a home in the River Bend Historic District that was subdivided into apartments prior to the area being named a historic district in 1992. This listing is for apartment #2, which is one of two upstairs efficiency apartments that were both remodeled in 2025. It is ideally located between Notre Dame and downtown South Bend.

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.

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

Tiny Retro Studio for One Person

TINY studio for ONE. Non-smoking inside & out. Our typical 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 read a description of our neighborhood. *Winter Note: We shovel the walkways at the Airbnb, but not usually until later in the day. So mornings might be snowy.

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!

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!

Stunning Remodeled 1-Bedroom

Come stay in this open one bedroom apartment in South Bend, 1 block south of Trader Joe’s and steps to Notre Dame’s campus. Walk Everywhere! ND, Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Pubs, Downtown… You have a team of local hosts that truly care about you have the perfect South Bend experience. Allow your team of hosts to personally provide a tailored list of recommendations to make your visit that much more special.

Close to Notre Dame, St. Mary's & Holy Cross!!

Perfect location! Close to campuses, downtown, shopping, and Michigan state line. Less than two blocks from the Notre Dame Toll Road exit; providing super easy access for out-of-town travel. Restaurants, gas stations, coffee shop, and a bar are within walking distance. House is family friendly with fenced in back yard. Wifi.