Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame
One of a kind historic home in Niles, MI, just minutes to Notre Dame. Built in the 1850's, this striking home has tons of vintage charm, and still retains many original features including original moulding and doors, tall ceilings, hardwood floors and tall windows flooding the space with natural light. Modern features include brand new whole house AC (!!!), in-floor radiant heat on the main floor, spacious sun room, and a large patio out back that opens to a huge private backyard, perfect for enjoying great summer weather.
This home is beautiful and large, with 3,500sf of living space to call your own. The main floor features floor to ceiling windows, an extra large living room, separate dining room, large kitchen, a separate study and a sunroom all on the main floor. Upstairs includes three large bedrooms (one king and two queen beds) and a smaller fourth bedroom with a twin bed. The main upstairs bath is being renovated as you read this, and will be completed by March, new photos will be updated as soon as we wrap up! There is a second full bath upstairs and a full bath on the main floor as well. There is also a newly installed hot tub steps outside the back door as well, talk about week(end) away perfection.
Our home is beautiful but it is almost 170 years old so it has its old house 'quirks'. It is in great condition overall, grand and cozy all at once, we are continually making changes and updating over time, so please do not expect new house perfection from this one of a kind vintage beauty. If you are looking for a perfectly 'done' pristine space then this might not be the best fit for you.
We are constantly making changes and adjustments and work to keep photos updated as the space evolves. If you have any questions please reach out, we welcome open communication!
Full access to the entire main floor and second floor. Access to all four bedrooms upstairs and both bathrooms (one of the bathrooms upstairs is a little tight, but is a full bath with standing shower). Currently no access to the basement (we hope to have this ready as an additional socializing and game space soon).
The kitchen is large and is fully stocked with high quality All-Clad pots & pans, Smeg coffee maker and toaster and there is also a french press (with instructions - it's amazing, you should try it!) and other cookware that should meet all of your cooking needs. We did our best to supply everything you need to cook on a regular basis, but if you have specific questions about something being available please reach out. It is not really stocked for baking but we are working on that.
We put out towels for all guests and there are always extras available.
Bedrooms feature quality bedding including The Company Store quilts and comforters (in winter) and Brooklinen pillows. There are several different firmness options so feel free to switch them up if you have a strong preference!
This is a pet friendly home (in order to continue welcoming fur family members we ask the following: Please be mindful, don't let your dog relieve themselves in the same spot every time and kill the grass, and pick up after them when they go (as opposed to leaving everything and doing one 'pick up lap' before you leave, as it's impossible to get everything) If they get sick or have an accident in the house just clean it up, and if there are other issues, be in communication with us), there are treats, dog bags and extra spare towels just for the fur babies available as well.
In addition to the hot tub, there is a grill on the back patio and outdoor sectional and dining furniture as well for your enjoyment in the warmer weather!
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About the area
Niles
Located in Niles, this holiday home is near the beach. South Bend Civic Theater and Snite Museum of Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lehman's Orchards and Warren Golf Course. Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve and DeBartolo Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
Niles Riverfront Amphitheater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Island Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
French Field - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Riverfront Park South - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
Getting around
Niles Station - 2 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Culver's - 4 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Taco Bell - 4 min drive
Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame on 8 June 2026 start from NZ$801, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Breathtaking Historic Home minutes from Notre Dame located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Riverfront Park and Riverfront Park South. Allouez Park and Eastside Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Niles Station is 27 minutes by foot.
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This is a beautiful property with history and charm. The master bed was so comfortable. It was perfect for our group of 6 in town for a wedding weekend.
Very nice historic house. Owner was excellent! Immediately responsive to questions and extremely accommodating to any of our requests. Would stay again if/when in south-western MI!
We absolutely LOVED the house. There was plenty of room for everyone and the kitchen was great to cook in. We brought our 2 dogs and they loved the big back yard and exploring a big house. We would definitely stay here again!!!
We put a premium on the responsiveness of the owner and cleanliness--both 5 stars. Also we liked that the kitchen was well stocked since we cooked a couple of times. The owner was also pet friendly. We truly enjoyed our experience there.
Beautiful, historic, perfectly sized for our needs. That sums it up. Overall, my group of 6 adults quite enjoyed our stay at Nancy's place in Niles. Check-in directions were clear. The house was clean and the kitchen stocked. A lot of rentals I have been to say they have cookware, and it's bare bones. There are plenty of dishware, utensils, staples (like salt, pepper, even flour), and a coffee maker (SMEG brand!). And we had coffee on the counter as a gift from our lovely hosts. We had to reach out once to our hosts - a tornado warning in the area required us to head to the basement, a part of the house not typically open to guests (yet). Nancy understood and responded, hoping we were all safe. The hot tub was great, too. Due to the historic nature of the house, the hosts installed Bryant wall heating/AC units; they were easy to figure out and use. Thank you for a great stay and hosting a lovely home base for our adventures through the area. I'd recommend this location to any group wanting a high-quality rental and historic charm.
Loved our stay at the house!!! I am usually not one to rent an older house as I like modern amenities but I am so glad I did. The charm and historic quirks really made me appreciate the home. The house was extremely clean, well taken care of, had very comfortable beds, a beautiful large backyard and a lovely sitting area outside with a fire pit that made for a relaxing evening. Would absolutely stay here again if we find ourselves in Nile’s!
The property was in a great location for access to the Norte Dame campus. The house was clean and in a nice neighborhood. Kathy was wonderful to communicate with. We might just come back to it next year for another game.
Dave T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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