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Living area
Living area
Dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Niles, MI
  • Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • University of Notre Dame
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Niles, MI (NLE-Jerry Tyler Memorial)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

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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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Niles

Located in Niles, this holiday home is near the beach. Niles Riverfront Amphitheater and South Bend Civic Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lehman's Orchards and Warren Golf Course. Clevenger Park and Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve 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.
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Niles, MI

What's nearby

  • Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Red Bud Track-N-Trail - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • St. Mary's College - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 19 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Niles Station - 2 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tavern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Prime Table Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 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.

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 a 15-minute walk of Lakeland Hospital, Island Park and French Field. FOP Park and Riverfront Park are also within 15 minutes. Niles Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

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

Wonderful family experience!

Everything was as described by the owner and she was very prompt to communicate and accommodate us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Wonderful old house!

We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe M., Aberdeen

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

Beautiful historic house

We had a wonderful stay here. It had everything we needed and the host was very accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

a b.

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

Very comfortable and spacious!

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Loved it!

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!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

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

Morris Estate Wedding Weekend

Great spot for a wedding at the Morris Estate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

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

Awesome

It was beautiful. The house is awesome and we will look to stay there again next time we come visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariah S.

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

Charming historic home

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

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

Football Weekend

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray M., Garrett Park, Maryland

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

Excellent rental experience

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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