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

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Welcome to The Grand Dame
Exterior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Full & Bunk Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Queen Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2 Basement

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Half Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$100 per pet fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3987227vb
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

About the area

South Bend

South Bend is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rum Village Park and Topinabee Lake Preserve, while South Bend Civic Theater and The History Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Kennedy Park and Morris Performing Arts Center.
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South Bend, IN

What's nearby

  • Kennedy Park - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Leeper Park Tennis Center - 6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 10 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 10 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 15 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Portage Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bob's Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪T. Allen’s King Gyros - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Local Cup - ‬2 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. Morris Performing Arts Center and DeBartolo Performing Arts Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and close to Notre Dame stadium. Very clean and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2026
Thanks, John. It was a pleasure hosting you. Come back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois P.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Mariana A.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlie R.

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
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
Thank you, Carlie. It was a pleasure hosting you and your group. I’m glad my team was able to fix the AC issue within the same day. Since your stay we have installed a new AC unit and controller. The entire heating and cooling systems have been upgraded in the last year and should be 100% operable going forward. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyler G.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kevin Martin

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