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Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living room.
Living room.
Dining table separates into 2; will seat 8 to 12 people

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12178.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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South Bend, IN
  • Place, Four Winds Casino South Bend
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Large Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Living Room

1 Single Futon

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Small Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 2 Large Single Futons

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat

Enjoy a relaxing retreat on Chain O' Lakes in South Bend! Our place is a destination in itself, but also minutes from South Bend airport and the University of Notre Dame. Enjoy flexible sleeping areas and plenty of outdoor space, including a sandy beach and gazebo, complete with an outdoor TV. The property is surrounded on 3 sides by water, with boat traffic passing by between Big and Little Bass Lakes. It is private and quiet with plenty of parking space and a fenced side yard and doggy door for 4-footed guests. Guests are welcome to the use of 5 kayaks and 2 paddle boards, as well as a large foam water pad, spring through fall. Experienced ice fishers will enjoy the property in the winter.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

South Bend

Located in South Bend, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Leeper Park Tennis Center and Birch Tree Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lehman's Orchards and University Park Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Kennedy Park, or check out an event or a game at Notre Dame Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
South Bend, IN

What's nearby

  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 17 min drive - 21.5 km
  • St. Mary's College - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Studebaker National Museum - 18 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 20 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • South Bend Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bob's 19th Hole - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪T. Allen's King Gyros - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪T. Allen’s King Gyros - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of South Bend Motor Speedway, Kennedy Park and South Bend Chocolate Factory. South Bend Military Honor Park and Museum and New Carlisle Memorial Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute property - so many different quaint areas inside and out to delight visitors. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

A very pleasant location. Lots to do for our two teen grandsons.

It was so relaxing and a wonderful area for a lower key vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing beautiful stay

My family and I had such a wonderful experience on Julie’s property. The house has so many amenities and comes with everything you could need for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

South Bend Trip

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderland for all of us, from infant to grandpop! Two Augusts in a row and only better this time. The outdoor activities are hard to beat. The place was clean and attractive. It was well stocked, except for a toaster and coffee machine. But we brought our own coffee maker and toaster oven for cooking outside, so no big deal. It was very comfortable, 75 degrees inside and 93 out. Furniture is comfortable, bathrooms are very functional and thoughtfully organized. The pergola was a big hangout place when not in the water. Thanks Julia and Will. You've gotten our grandkids addicted to your place. They want to move there. Bruce
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley F.

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

The best!!

Perfect vacation for lake lovers who want to kayak, paddle board, fish, swim, and watch outdoor movies at night around the fire. The lake is clean & quiet, easy for all of our ages to safely enjoy. The house is gorgeous & stocked with everything you need. We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Water

If you like to be near water this is your place! Great place to relax and enjoy life.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great setup

Worked out great. Were there for a ND weekend. Would strongly recommend especially in the warmer weather on a body of water great gazebo but with snow and cold that was out. Spacious eating area and area for watching TV. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tischa C.

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

Notre Dame visit

We came to visit the Notre Dame campus and attended a football game. Although the Irish didn’t win, the trip was amazing and the property was gorgeous. Taking in the beautiful fall colors at the lake was such a treat. The location was just right for us and I would highly recommend this lovely home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Dickson E.

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

Beautiful lake, great for families

Our stay was very enjoyable. We enjoyed fishing, swimming , and the lily pad off the dock. There were 3 kayaks and paddle boards for us to use. The house was well stocked for us to cook meals and there was plenty of room for our family of 6. We also brought our dog and he thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor space and the lake. Highly recommend for families looking for a peaceful, low key vacation. Very easy communication with our hosts. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

lakehse2023

very nice property. great view. kept my 5 grandchildren from 1 to 9 fully occupired
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Adorable cottage

Adorable cottage, very clean, tons of extra toys to play in the water (e.g paddle board kayaks) Things I’d note or just keep in mind if you have kids upstairs is warm and no door so it is louder but there are other rooms down stairs that are cool, more of a fishing lake than swimming so sea weed is pretty think but there is a little beach spot and the lily pad was easy to take out deeper and anchor down 👍 we loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Can’t WAIT to come back!

We had varying ages in our party from ages seven years old, grade school kids, teenagers, college age, to adult. We all had a fantastic time! The house was clean, in great condition. No matter which window you walked out of, you could see gorgeous views of the water and serene, mature trees. We were on the water a lot, and took full advantage of the kayaks, splash pad, etc. This was the first time we went on vacation with these friends, and everyone agreed to come back to this exact house again in the future! LOVE!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

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

Great time!

I'm giving this the highest mark because our whole family had a great time outdoors, around the big kitchen table and with all the wonderful activities. They are fully stocked for inside and outside fun. However, the A/C was way under powered for summer. Downstairs was O.K. but it made sleeping upstairs in the loft a sweaty event for one couple. The master bedroom did fine because of the sliding glass door. Overall though, terrific! Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for a Notre Dame game weekend and it was perfect! Beautiful scenery, very relaxing, pictures and description were exactly as listed. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jack s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There for a Notre Dame game. Uber worked well to and from. About 25 minutes out. There is a set of instructions in kitchen up on the water filtration system. Lucky we found it! Upstairs master bedroom & bath was clean and fine. That bedroom might not be suitable for some seniors with mobility issues. Winding staircase and tight access to each side of bed. Small deck upstairs as well. Kitchen area great, big square table for dining. No dishwasher but nice vertical rack to clean up. Could use more directions on how to use water filtration system and outside TV remotes. Downstairs bedrooms (2) can accommodate four in the rooms, great for kids or mixed use if you don’t mind that. One room may have room for six. Mind the step up into kitchen, family room and step down into each bedroom. Unique loft sleeping area via ladder access. Full bath for use as well.Coded entrance door. Nice covered patio, seating and TV. Place could use bit of clean up outside but everything was easy to access and use. Water front and water toys there to use. Swans and other bird activity each day on water. Place does have decent connectivity. Pet friendly. Separate garage if needed. Trains run fairly nearby and local airport close by as well. Host is responsive for questions.
Looking back from lake to house. Note kids swings.
From the patio area looking at lake.
Sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and spacious. There are kayaks, a paddleboat, yard games, fishing, and more! The perfect spot for our family! We love it there!! The host is very accommodating and prompt to answer any questions. A wonderful vacation spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

The house is at the end of the street surrounded on water on 3 sides..it was very peaceful. The outside area was great. There was a gazebo that we sat under every night and plsyed games. The lake was easy access for kataking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good - Nice place, looks like the photos. Kayaks were nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

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

Unique home in a beautiful setting!

We had an amazing friends trip here celebrating a couple of birthdays! It was just as peaceful and welcoming as it looks in the photos. Even though it's on a street with other houses, it still feels very secluded. We loved the kayaks, the pavilion area with the fountain, TV, and fire table, and the unique home design. We did notice that the shower drains were backing up a bit, but it wasn't a big issue and everything else was absolutely perfect. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey T.

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

Family vacation

Beautiful property at the tip of the peninsula Lots of outdoor seating to enjoy the surroundings. Wish there was dedicated firepit area with seating. The loft sleeping area is unique but only accessible by ladder. We appreciated the variety of board games available for our use. We had issues with the AC during our stay, but appreciate how fast the host responded. We rented a pontoon boat from Vacationpontoonrental.com and they delivered it directly to the lake and put it in the water for us. The kids had so much fun swimming off the boat in the middle of the lake and using the lily pad. The beach access is pretty, has great views of the lake and is a good place to launch the kayaks and paddleboard but was not suitable for swimming due to seaweed growth. Our dog loved running around the property and swimming off the beach access. Enjoyed our stay and looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

For a Notre Dame game

It was very comfortable, cozy, and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Comfortable stay for a ND football weekend

This property was clean, comfortable and well stocked for our boys weekend. Great location, easy drive to ND. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

ND game

We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Racquel N.

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

Tip Top Vacation!

My family and I were above and beyond impressed with the house and property. The grounds were gorgeous and beautifully maintained and the house was the perfect size for our group. Every amenity was provided for and put to good use. We loved all of the water toys and took advantage of spending every night under the gazebo talking and making memories. We decided to rent a pontoon for our stay and used PONTOONRENTAL.COM to have a boat delivered and picked up from our site. What a game changer! Having a pontoon added even more excitement and fun to our days and we will continue to rent from Rex and his team. Our communication with Will and Julia was always fast and easy. They had no problem answering my million questions and it was so nice to meet Will in person on our check in day. All in all, we had a great experience and are looking forward to staying there next year as well. Couldn't have asked for a better home or host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

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