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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

New Carlisle, IN

Saugany Lake9 min drive
University of Notre Dame29 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo31 min drive
Elkhart, IN (EKI-Elkhart Municipal)46 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Property was very clean and there was ample space for our family/friend group to gather together. Jenifer is very respon...

Jenna M.

Nov 1, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Country Setting, Nearby Historic New Carlisle, Restaurants, Beaches And Wineries

The Kanes Guesthouse is ideally located near Historic New Carlisle where you can find gift shops, restaurants and within a short drive... Lake Michigan beaches and wineries. The Kanes Guesthouse was built by our dad, Don Kane 57 years ago. The home has three bedrooms, two baths and four double beds with a couch and foldout bed available. A full kitchen is at your service as well as a large deck with gas grill and peaceful surroundings to enjoy your meal or guests. Towels and linens are provided as well as cable TV and internet connection.

Property manager

Jenifer Kane

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside only

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Carlisle

Located in New Carlisle, this holiday home is in a rural area. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Kennedy Park and Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room. South Bend Chocolate Factory and Kids Quest are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and birdwatching.

New Carlisle, IN

What's nearby

Saugany Lake - 9 min drive
Four Winds Casino South Bend - 22 min drive
Notre Dame Stadium - 29 min drive
University of Notre Dame - 29 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 31 min drive

Getting around

South Bend Station - 23 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ray & Al's - ‬16 min drive
‪Moser's Austrian Cafe - ‬4 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive
‪Auntie Anne's - ‬36 min drive
‪Black Cat - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Country Setting, Nearby Historic New Carlisle, Restaurants, Beaches And Wineries pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Where is Country Setting, Nearby Historic New Carlisle, Restaurants, Beaches And Wineries located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Saugany Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Vickers Theatre and The Acorn. Hesston Steam Museum and Fish Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

21 May 2024

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

Lovely home

We stayed for Notre Dame graduation weekend. Seven adults were comfortable in the home. There is a grocery store close by and ND campus is 15 miles (about 30 minutes w/ traffic). The backyard was well kept with a fire pit and yard games. The property met out needs perfectly.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

1 Nov 2023

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

Lovely home

Property was very clean and there was ample space for our family/friend group to gather together. Jenifer is very responsive and communication was excellent. I would stay here again for a Notre Dame Football weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

16 Oct 2023

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

ND Weekend

As advertised, plenty of room for our party of 6. Comfortable accommodations for a great price, roughly 30 minutes to South Bend

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele M., Ohio, USA

18 Sept 2023

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

Golf & ND Game Weekend

This rental was perfect for my husband and his brother and two friends to use while visiting South Bend for a long weekend. They loved the accommodations, had beautiful weather for golfing, & saw the Irish win!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie M.

3 Sept 2023

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

Relaxing stay for Notre Dame Game weekend!

This comfortable house and property was wonderful for my family of four, my brother, and our parents. We were able to participate in the Friday fun on campus at Notre Dame and then the game but come back to rest and relax. We thoroughly enjoyed the backyard space, ALL the amenities provided, and the warm comfort of a home. We ordered excellent pizza and wings from the Billy Goat 9 and Dine local restaurant. We would definitely stay here again! Thanks to the hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

6 Aug 2023

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

Excellent

It was great and the only problem was the weather but no one can do anything about that.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

26 July 2023

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

Country charm and homespun comfort

A wonderfully enjoyable weekend stay, quaint, comfortable, and peaceful. We stayed up talking late into the night on the screened in porch and played trivia around the oak dining table. Not to mention a beautiful day on nearby Lake Michigan. All in all a memorable weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

16 July 2023

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

Friend Reunion

Property was clean and comfortable. Fire pit and back deck were enjoyable. Kitchen was outfitted properly. Overall nice. Host communicated quickly and kindly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christi B.

15 July 2023

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

Family reunion

We stayed at the house because my family is from the area and we were meeting with local family members. The house was convenient to everything and had all we needed for a comfortable stay. Jennifer was a fantastic host and we enjoyed our time very much.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

29 June 2023

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

Charming country home good for a group

We stayed at the Kanes Guesthouse for a nearby family reunion. Host Jenifer is very courteous and communicative. Property is charming and comfortable and clean. This listing was pet friendly, a hard thing to find, and it was great to be able to bring our dog here. One thing to note is that there is a small farm adjacent to the property with livestock, depending on temperament, you may need to plan to exercise your pet off the property. A pleasant stay and host, I recommend this listing.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura W.

22 May 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Home Approx 30 minutes from Notre Dame

The home is exactly as pictured. Very basic, clean but outdated.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helene T., Ellicott City

10 Nov 2022

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

Perfect for our weekend

This property was perfect for our small family group for a weekend at Notre Dame. Not too far away, well priced, enough bedrooms and bathrooms, a kitchen for breakfast, and space to hang out together.The welcoming sign was lovely!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David O.

16 Oct 2022

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

Fall Football Weekend

What a great house and great experience we all had for a great fall football weekend. The Kane house had everything we needed and was very clean and great quiet property. All accommodations were perfect and Jenifer was a very responsive and great host. We will definitely make plans again for a Notre Dame football weekend. Next time we hope the Irish win!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arlene Y.

11 Oct 2022

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

Great location

This house has a great location for attending games and events at the University of Notre Dame. Communication with the owner was great and timely. There was plenty of room for four adults and three kids.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

11 Sept 2022

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

Homey feel

Ease of communication with host. Very inviting home. Fresh flowers throughout and snacks. Very comfortable beds. Lovely setting.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darryl B.

7 Aug 2022

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

Nice stay

We stayed for a golf outing. The house was very nice and clean. The communication with the owner was terrific. The best thing I can write is that if we come back to the area we will for sure stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darin F., Arnolds Park, Iowa

21 July 2022

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

Boys Bike Trip

Rode motorcycles to Southbend to participate in a Spartan Race...enjoyed this property and the neighborhood wildlife! Owner was responsive and we were more than happy with the entire set-up!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tina H.

20 July 2022

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

Nice stay

Quaint little house, love the history

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Georgia B., Wilmette

17 July 2022

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

Clean cottage

Property was very clean and fit the VRBO description.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

27 June 2022

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

Get away

Wonderful place and location. We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

16 May 2022

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

A home away from home

Cozy place

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

25 Oct 2021

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

Notre Dame trip

Nice rural setting close to South Bend had everything we needed for relaxing stay and enjoyable trip to football game.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

22 Aug 2021

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

Perfect place!

We had a great weekend at this lovely home. We didn’t mind the 30 minutes drive to the beach because the scenery we passed by are so relaxing. The well maintained backyard and the fire pit are the big plus to this home, it’s where we spent our afternoon, grilling and getting together. They also have things you need in the kitchen just like when your cooking at home. Looking forward for our next trip here! Love, Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

15 Aug 2021

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

Very nice

Lovely place to stay, close to all the wineries, we visit. Very relaxing weekend with sisters and cousin. The host and owner was very quick on replying back to me on any of the questions I had.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kitty G.

9 Aug 2021

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

Michigan City boat races

It was a very nice rental home with a beautiful yard & peacocks visited from next door. They were fun to watch. We attended the boat races at Michigan City beach. So the rental was about 20-25 min drive. Very doable. Would return there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jenifer Kane

I purchased the home in 2014 after my parents passed. The home was hand built by my father and holds many dear family memories for my brothers Pat, Jon and Mitch and I. We all grew up in the home and attended New Prairie High School and were active in sports and many community activities. My husband Steve and I currently live in Augusta, Michigan which is near the Kalamazoo area.

Why they chose this property

This property is ready to rent and enjoy with your family and friends. It is located in the country and provids a peaceful setting to unwind or enjoy a cookout or if you prefer....one of the multiple restaurants that New Carlisle has to offer. The property is located directly across the road from the wedding venue "The Homestead" which would allow you easy access to prepare for the big event or to stay with your family or friends.

What makes this property unique

The property is located directly across the road from the popular wedding venue "The Homestead" which makes it the ideal location to prepare before the big event.