[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Gemini Vacation home in Elkhart ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96471100/96471014/w919h683x60y0-46e40157.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96471100/96471014/w908h683x58y0-27b364ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96471100/96471014/w506h683x259y0-2433eefa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96471100/96471014/w507h683x258y0-0a118ebe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96480000/96471100/96471014/w919h683x47y0-a17f4b92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Elkhart, IN, discover The Gemini's blend of comfort and charm. Relax in the retro pink bathroom or unwind with Netflix access in the cozy living room. With high-speed Internet and a fully equipped kitchen, this cheerful retreat is your home away from home near the St. Joe River. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Gemini A cheerful retreat in Elkhart, IN located near Shipshewana, Notre Dame/South Bend. Discover the perfect blend of comfort and charm. Relaxing bedroom with queen bed, comfy living room with work area, retro pink bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, dining area & stocked coffee bar! High speed Internet & Netflix access available. Your home away from home near the St. Joe River. Whether you’re seeking adventure or craving a peaceful escape, the Gemini is the perfect base for your Elkhart experience! The space The Gemini is an attached guest suite to our 1970s midcentury-modern home. Our home is still a work in progress, however the guest suite is fully finished and ready to be enjoyed! We kept as much of the MCM charm as we could while updating some of the basics for efficiency and comfort. We hope you love it as much as we do! Guest access You will full access to the guest suite and a small outdoor sitting space plus backyard. Other things to note No additional cleaning fees! House rules You'll be staying in someone's home, so please treat it with care and respect. Checking in and out Check-in: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Checkout before 12:00 PM Self check-in with keypad During your stay 2 guests maximum No pets Quiet hours 11:00 PM - 6:00 AM No parties or events No commercial photography No smoking Before you leave Throw trash away Turn things off Lock up Additional requests 1\. Close all windows. 2. Place all dirty dishes in kitchen sink. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107490000/107483200/107483126/9bc25232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax and unwind at the Cozy Cabin on Heaton Lake. 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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 Elkhart is home to this vacation home. The Lerner and Ruthmere Mansion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Elkhart Tactical Laser Tag and Raber Golf Course. National New York Central Railroad Museum and Wellfield Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. 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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](https://www.expedia.ca/Elkhart-Hotels-The-Gemini.h96471014.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Gemini? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Gemini? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is The Gemini located? > Situated in Elkhart, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Six Span Plaza, NIBCO Water and Ice Park, and Elkhart Health & Aquatics. The Lerner and Ruthmere Mansion are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Gemini Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda R. Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location We have friends that live close. This was the perfect location for a weekend visit. ##### Rhonda R. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Marc M. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Over night stay We stayed over night, everything was just what we needed. They had really fancy coffee too! We would stay again! ##### Marc M. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan H. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved The Gemini! Great option to stay in Elkhart for any occasion! The hosts were amazing and I plan to stay there again on my next trip. ##### Megan H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara T. Jun 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! From check in to check out, easy peasy! Thank you! ##### Tara T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lester m. Dec 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Very cute. Clean. Good Location!, ##### lester m. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Astrid H. Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would stay again! Our stay was very cozy, loved the interior designing it felt very homey we actually walked around admiring it for a bit. Check in / out was easy as pie. Neighborhood looked great! Fantastic price for location property. Bed was actually very comfortable ##### Astrid H. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Roman Sep 15, 2025 We could not get in. Did not stay there. I want my money refunded. ##### Roman Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kohler W. Dec 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location ##### Kohler W. 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