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5 BR Victorian, scenic creek, by Notre Dame

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Majestic front of Cleveland House
The beautiful view from the dining room into the back yard
View of the peaceful back yard with the old pigeonnier (pigeon tower)
Bridge at the creek. Very sturdy!
A frog sunbathing at the pond -- an option for you, too!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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South Bend, IN
  • University of Notre Dame
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • St. Mary's College
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

High Beds

2 Single Beds

Library

1 Double Futon

Lower bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

Palms

2 Double Beds

Vista

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower level bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor half bath

Toilet

Master area

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper central

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 BR Victorian, scenic creek, by Notre Dame

The Cleveland House is close to Notre Dame, shopping, restaurants, and South Bend Airport (10 mins) -- beautiful home is furnished and not owner-occupied. It can serve as a home-like alternative to multiple hotel rooms for your large family, or as a family vacation retreat! With 5 bedrooms and 3-level large floor plan, your family will not be cramped. To date, we have 100% 5 star reviews on other booking sites, so connect with confidence!!

Master bedroom has California king bed, Two bedrooms have two full beds in each. Another bedroom has two 'high' twin beds with ladders. Library has a pull-out full sofa. 5th bedroom in lower level has bunk twins, and there are three roll-away beds available. Main floor has a large living room with carpet and 55" HD TV, large formal dining room with a table that seats 10, and dinette that seats 4. Kitchen has double oven, microwave, Jenn-aire cooktop, dishwasher, disposal, toaster, toaster oven and two large coffee makers. Library has x-box and games. Lower level has carpeted family room. Home has wireless and cable. Driveway has room for 4-5 vehicles,

Our spacious back yard has a fire pit on the opposite side of our footbridge over the Juday Creek which runs through the property and provides a relaxing setting. View the historic pigeonnier (pigeon house) on the grounds, too.

While our home may not be the all-inclusive resort, it is a wonderful springboard for your other local or regional activities. Lake Michigan is 30 minutes, Swiss Valley skiing is 45 minutes, and Notre Dame is 10 minutes by car!

Like most car rental companies, we prefer that our bookings are made by people over the age of 25 years old. This is not intended to discriminate, but to ensure that a certain level of responsibility is met to care for our beautiful homes.

Property manager

David Visser

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

About the area

South Bend

South Bend is home to this holiday home. South Bend Civic Theater and Morris Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit University Park Mall and Heritage Square Shopping. Travelling with kids? Consider Compton Family Ice Arena, or check out an event or a game at Notre Dame Stadium.
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South Bend, IN

What's nearby

  • Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Basilica of the Sacred Heart - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • St. Mary's College - 15 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • South Bend Station - 12 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 BR Victorian, scenic creek, by Notre Dame pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 BR Victorian, scenic creek, by Notre Dame?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 BR Victorian, scenic creek, by Notre Dame?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 5 BR Victorian, scenic creek, by Notre Dame located?

This family-friendly South Bend holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Roseland Town Park, Clay Township Park and St. Mary's College. University of Notre Dame and Notre Dame Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madeline P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fall football weekend!
The 8 of us had a fantastic stay! The property is gorgeous! The front of the house does face the highway, but that didn’t bother any of us. We had a fun bonfire Friday night (we bought our own wood, but there was plenty in the back). Only an 8 minute drive to ND campus or there is a trail close by which takes you near campus and is about a 45 minute walk.The house is old with tons of character, it did creak a lot when others would walk around, so if you are a light sleeper, I would suggest bringing a sound machine or earplugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South brnd
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Anthony H., Dallas, TX, USA

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Lot of space but very loud location
Ample space for large groups but this is right beside an interstate. It was not at all relaxing sitting outside - we had to almost yell at ear other to have a conversation. The basement - as others have mentioned - wasn’t super clean. There was a retainer in a couch and dropped something on the floor and accidentally looked under the beds :( if you need a big space this is the best going but just don’t expect a 5 star experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Large Groups
We had a great time and the old house was beautiful! Scenic 45 minute drive to Warren Dunes State Park. The beach was beautiful! We got there each day by 10:00 and we had our pick of shoreline. It then got crowded but we were spaced apart and we had a great time! The creek and big back yard made us feel that we were in a park. The fire pit and outdoor grill were much appreciated. Host responded timely with our questions. The 4 bedrooms were large so we had plenty of room. The lower level was rough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our girls trip.
This place was beautiful. It had plenty of stuff to do like board games, video games, sitting by the fire, or just simply wondering around the land. There was plenty of room and beds for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a group
This is the second time staying at Cleveland House. It is historic, unique house. The two main floors are very comfortable and well stocked. The basement level needs some work to have guests stay down there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family stay
We gathered in this space as a family and the ambience greatly enhanced our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan D., Boerne, TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
The home is amazing, easily lived up to the pictures and description. Having some items in the fridge for a breakfast snack the first morning was a certain plus. We had three generations in the home and there was easily enough room to spread out. Check in was a breeze. The yard was amazing and it’s where we were most of the week. Unfortunately, I’m not sure the seat cushions are intended for the furniture they are used on, so the outdoor sectional was a bit awkward to try and sit on, but there were plenty of single lawn-type chairs we could use instead and ‘chase the shade’ each afternoon. We had people coming and going and never felt cramped. Some considerations, it’s an older historic home, which we loved, but stairs are required for bedrooms. It is on the tollway so traffic noise is inevitable. We had two large SUVs and discovered it easier to back down the driveway, as two large vehicles in the driveway cannot turn around. And the kitchen was really not stocked with cookware capable of supporting the amount of people the house can hold. Plenty of plates, cups, spoons, etc., but cookware seemed limited for a home this size, and there were no scissors which we seemed to constantly need. Also, we did not ‘find’ the bathroom soap until our last day so we had gone and purchased some. The soap was in a cabinet in a common area versus in the bathrooms which might make more sense. But those are simply my observations and would definitely not prevent me from staying again. The charm and historical feel is amazing. We had some families over for an ND graduation celebration one afternoon and they all loved the property and especially the yard. Thanks for an amazing week in South Bend. Do not hesitate with this property. Go Irish!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend central
We booked the Cleveland House for our daughter’s wedding weekend. It was the perfect joke for our family to rest up and prepare for the weekend festivities, host our new in-laws for a backyard pizza and beer warm-up and accommodate my daughter and her 12 bridesmaids for the day of hair and makeup prep. The character of the home and spaciousness were perfect. Any request for info was quickly responded to by the owner and/or his assistant. We made plenty of choices of homes to rent and feel we made the PERFECT choice.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely group lodging and wedding setting
The Cleveland House is a beautiful historic home with a fantastic back yard. The Pigeon tower is a fascinating and unique feature of this home (made a great background for pictures). The inside of the home is comfortable with plenty of modern appliances and technology. We especially appreciated the double oven. We had 12 people in the house and had more than enough room, the Wi-Fi kept up and the kitchen kept us fed. We enjoyed all the interesting nooks and crannies in this house. While there we hosted a small (20 people) wedding for our son and everyone really enjoyed the property. The creek and firepit area were a hit with many of the guests. We originally planned to have the wedding in the back yard but the weather forced us indoors. The bride came in down the grand staircase for a stunning entrance. The dining room accommodated the seating for the wedding ceremony. The first night there we had an issue with the furnace. David was wonderful to work with. He made sure our family was well taken care of and quickly replaced the furnace without interrupting our event. It now has a new furnace and should be very reliable for future guests. I cannot speak highly enough of how considerate, gracious, and professional David was during our stay (4 nights). There is some road noise from Cleveland Rd and the neighbor’s dog barks but it was not an issue for us. Most of the time we did not notice.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

carrie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Magic
Alright, I know this is coming from a Denver person, but I felt like I was I was in a movie set from the 1800's. This is the Doughton Abbey of South Bend. We were celebrating my parents 50th anniversary and every corner, every turn was another gorgeous little nook or cranny or a place to capture a moment with a camera. I'm sure this home has been rented for tons of photo shoots. My little kids loved the frog pond we don't really have frogs like this in denver! The creek is a delight and the mosquitos really weren't an issue. I will be forever greatful for this home and I did want to say, you feel as though it was your grandmothers estate. The generosity of the owners made me feel as though I wasn't left with one 2 garbage bags and a sponge and a little dish soap. We as guests were free to use their brooms and cleaning products. I was so thankful for this mannor and if ever needing a time to return, I will keep the Cleveland house at the forefront of my mind!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Pete W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place for kids
Our kids enjoyed catching frogs in the pond out back. Lots of sleeping areas to accommodate large families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cary G., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at The Cleveland House
This is a beautiful old home on a neat property close to Notre Dame. The house is in great shape and there was more room than needed for our family of 6. The owner was very communicative and made check-in and check-out very easy. We will try to stay here again on our next trip to South Bend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommend!
Was perfect for our gathering!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M., Canada

Spacious and elegant with Character galore
Gorgeous property loaded with character inside and out with plenty of room for everyone in our 7 adult group. Huge dining table was a hit. Tasteful period decor in soothing neutral tones kept the large spacious rooms feeling homey and cozy. Good sound proofing between interior rooms and from the hiway noise outside also. Very easy to use touchpad door lock. Convenient location for attending mxon race at Redbud.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ferdinand S.

Great place, close to airport, close to Notre Dame, awesome hospitality.
The place was very accessible; it's just a couple of minutes to and from the airport. We attended a conference at the Notre Dame Law School and it was about a five-minute drive. The place was more than adequate for our needs; what we enjoyed most was the privacy - something staying a hotel really cannot provide, especially if traveling as a group. We had the whole house to ourselves and that allowed for a lot of opportunities to rest, relax and have good conversations, especially given the nature of the trip. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M., Indianapolis

Beautiful property, well appointed home, overall everything you could need in one spot!
The house was very nice and the property was great! The location was close to everything you could need. If staying for a Notre Dame visit, this would be ideal if it isn't necessary to be in close walking distance. It is still very close to the stadium. Alas, we rented the home for a bachelor party weekend and it was great. A lot of open space for people to congregate and have conversations. The kitchen is big and allowed a few of us to cook for large groups with ease. Our favorite was definitely the back yard though. The seating area right off the back of the house was a great place to hang out, as was the fire pit area at the back of the property. The yard is very large and could accommodate a large group. I spent the weekend wishing my kids were there as it would be a great place to spend time with the family. If you want a large place to stay, with the charm and character of a historic home, this is the place for you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

pamela c.

Beautiful Home
We were happy to be able to stay at this beautiful home - was the perfect place for family to stay for a family wedding weekend. Spacious allowing privacy for everyone. My grandson loved the frogs in the pond. I didn't realize it was so close to the highway so there was some noise around the clock but overall a wonderful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

lynda d.

The size of the place was perfect. Needed lots of space and that was great. Not very clean.
When entering the door cobwebs and such where all around. Walked into kitchen to find the doorknob needed to be fixed. Nice touch on leaving the eggs and juice etc for new guest. However the inside drawers were very filthy and glasses needed to be rewashed. First day the shower pipe broke and we had a leak into dining room. Maintenance man came quickly and was very courteous. Didn't give us any good news since we would be down a shower the whole time. Slept in the master bedroom and first thing was comforter was stained. Basement was a constant battle with spiders and bugs. First night and the cots broke/collapsed. Had the mattresses on the floor and with the bugs it wasn't ideal sleeping conditions. The back yard is great but the cushions to sitting are not so great! Driveway is a bit difficult to maneuver with even a couple cars around. We were there for my daughters wedding and having the hair and makeup people come in with their cars made for issues. Wish I would of known. The house is beautiful and old but rugs need a good shampooing along with massive cleaning. Wedding was great and the Basilicca was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

Lovely historic home
Lovely historic home with a lot of character and charm. Our favorite part was the entryway. Lots of space - gorgeous back yard.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

tim s.

ordination weekend
we rented this house for the weekend of our nephew's ordination as a Holy Cross priest. we slept 8 of our 10 kids comfortably and it was a great setting to reflect on the events of the weekend. Loved the creek and even saw a few beautiful rainbow trout. the location was close and convenient to the campus. the house and kitchen were well stocked and outfitted with all the tools needed to put on a few of the meals we had there. Thanks David for the welcome gifts in the refrigerator.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

michael e.

Wonderful home and property
Great place for the families to get together! We had 3 families sharing the house with plenty of room and very close to anything you may need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Great family Christmas at this home !!
It was a great place to stay for our family Christmas gathering! The owner was great to work with and made every effort to make our stay wonderful. Everyone in our group mentioned wanting to come back again! The house was clean and had so many extras! We also enjoyed the nice backyard and creek! Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Nice Spacious House!
This home was perfect for our extended family of 10 to stay over the holidays. Good size bedrooms with comfortable beds. Closets all over with everything you could think of that you might need during your stay. And plenty of living space to spread out. We did our gift exchange in the family room and we were all so impressed with the amount of space we had for 10 people, piles and piles of presents and still room left over for the kids to play! The home is older, but it's well-maintained and has special touches of architecture all over. I only wish we would've been there in a different season to enjoy the backyard, which looked amazing! There is some road noise from the highway nearby, but after awhile you don't notice it. The positives about this house outweigh that minor annoyance! Thank you, Dave, for such an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D., Chicago

Perfect weekend stay
The Cleveland House is ideal for a relaxing weekend stay. The house and grounds are beautiful, with thoughtful touches throughout the house. There were plenty of towels and blankets for those who wanted extra. There was enough of space for our group of 12 to comfortably enjoy dinner together in the dining room. This was a much nicer, homier option that being divided up into groups of 2 in a hotel. Everyone in the group was delighted with the charming antiques throughout the house and the creek out in the yard. We will definitely try to stay here again when we are back in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016

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