Title: Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. Family-friendly vacation home in South Bend ## Photo gallery for Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. ![Outdoor dining - Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. (South Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104680000/104675700/104675622/3e8d2797.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, foosball - Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. 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(South Bend)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104680000/104675700/104675622/3bc905e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98420000/98420000/98419979/4a44862e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful ‘23 Remodel\~Walk to ND Wooded Estates - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=98419979&PinnedHotelID=98419979&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118240000/118239100/118239003/39de1cee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dublin Village Townhome South Bend - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=118239003&PinnedHotelID=118239003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82650000/82642500/82642469/1901133f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 blocks from Nd, 3 bedroom 2 bath home(1815) South Bend - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=82642469&PinnedHotelID=82642469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32148400/32148326/303f868a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### \*SUPER CLEAN\*Luxurious\*Spacious\*Open Plan\*Great Amenities\*Short Walk to ND!!! 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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 is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rum Village Park and Topinabee Lake Preserve, while South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Kennedy Park and Compton Family Ice Arena. [Visit our South Bend travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Bend.dx6023340) [View more Vacation homes in South Bend](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Bend-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6023340-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.70075%2C-86.27392&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=afpd6FZiU2sPFKCLKFcRdIAoQek=) South Bend, IN ### What's nearby - ![University of Notre Dame featuring heritage architecture, wild flowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062581/e1429dec-6674-4c78-820a-fc62bf370672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Notre Dame 9 min drive \- 9.2 km - Kennedy Park 5 min drive \- 2.1 km - Leeper Park Tennis Center 5 min drive \- 2.2 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 Intl. Airport (SBN) 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? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.? ### What time is check-out at Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame.? ### Where is Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Discover university charm. Your 4-bedroom retreat, an 8-min drive to Notre Dame. Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lois P. Dec 5, 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! ##### Lois P. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy K. Jul 22, 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! ##### Amy K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mariana A. Mar 26, 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 ##### Mariana A. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. Sep 23, 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! ##### David P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy S. Nov 29, 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. ##### Amy S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carlie R. Jul 20, 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! ##### Carlie R. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tyler G. Apr 12, 2025 ##### Tyler G. 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