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Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat

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A covered outdoor area with a view of a lake, a gazebo, and a chair. - Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat (South Bend)
A cozy attic room with a sloped ceiling, a television mounted on a wooden beam, a patterned rug, and a small seating area with a chair and a table. - Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat (South Bend)
A bench overlooking a lake with water lilies and a variety of vegetation. - Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat (South Bend)
A window with a view of a lake and trees, a wooden shelf with potted plants, and a small decorative item. - Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat (South Bend)
A room with a wooden desk, a chair with a floral cushion, a blue sofa, and a view of greenery through a large window. - Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat (South Bend)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat

  • Enjoy a relaxing retreat on Chain O' Lakes in South Bend! Our place is a destination in itself, but also minutes from South Bend airport and the University of Notre Dame. Enjoy flexible sleeping areas and plenty of outdoor space, including a sandy beach and gazebo, complete with an outdoor TV. The property is surrounded on 3 sides by water, with boat traffic passing by between Big and Little Bass Lakes. It is private and quiet with plenty of parking space and a fenced side yard and doggy door for 4-footed guests. Guests are welcome to the use of 5 kayaks and 2 paddle boards, as well as a large foam water pad, spring through fall. Experienced ice fishers will enjoy the property in the winter.

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About the area

Located in South Bend, this holiday home is on the waterfront. South Bend Military Honor Park and Museum and The History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Leeper Park Tennis Center and Warren Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider South Bend Chocolate Factory, or check out an event or a game at Notre Dame Stadium. Kayaking, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our South Bend travel guide
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South Bend, IN

What's nearby

  • A large historic building with a prominent golden dome and arched windows.
    University of Notre Dame
    12 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • North Chain Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend
    11 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • St. Mary's College
    12 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Notre Dame Stadium
    18 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min drive
  • Burger King
    12 min drive
  • Garden Wok
    11 min drive
  • T. Allen's King Gyros
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of South Bend Military Honor Park and Museum, South Bend Chocolate Factory and Morris Performing Arts Center. New Carlisle Memorial Park and Dayton Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Tip of the Peninsula Lake House Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. Cozy atmosphere, especially enjoyed the outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable stay for a ND football weekend

This property was clean, comfortable and well stocked for our boys weekend. Great location, easy drive to ND. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quaint cabin with wonderful lake access and all the amenities needed!!!

Interesting set up in cabin, but it fit all needs. Best set up on the lake with anything needed to enjoy outdoor needs for fun and relaxation!!! Loved our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

For a Notre Dame game

It was very comfortable, cozy, and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best!!

Perfect vacation for lake lovers who want to kayak, paddle board, fish, swim, and watch outdoor movies at night around the fire. The lake is clean & quiet, easy for all of our ages to safely enjoy. The house is gorgeous & stocked with everything you need. We can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

ND Victory + summer fun!

Comfortable house and fantastic waterfront toys! Loved the kayaks, paddle lards, and Lily pad! Gazebo with outdoor TV is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Football weekend

2 of my sons, and my brother stayed at the property for 3 nights and enjoyed our stay, the location, the amenities, and the views from the property. It was a simple 20 minute drive to the NOTRE DAME campus and i would highly recommend staying here with or without kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake, great for families

Our stay was very enjoyable. We enjoyed fishing, swimming , and the lily pad off the dock. There were 3 kayaks and paddle boards for us to use. The house was well stocked for us to cook meals and there was plenty of room for our family of 6. We also brought our dog and he thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor space and the lake. Highly recommend for families looking for a peaceful, low key vacation. Very easy communication with our hosts. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake life experience!

This property, and all the amenities, was so enjoyable! We took full advantage of the kayaks and paddleboards each day we were there. And the splash pad! Wow, soooo fun. We enjoyed drinking morning coffee on the dock. The house also had everything we needed to cook big meals and watch movies together in the evening. If you want a lake experience, look no further!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time!

I'm giving this the highest mark because our whole family had a great time outdoors, around the big kitchen table and with all the wonderful activities. They are fully stocked for inside and outside fun. However, the A/C was way under powered for summer. Downstairs was O.K. but it made sleeping upstairs in the loft a sweaty event for one couple. The master bedroom did fine because of the sliding glass door. Overall though, terrific! Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family vacation

Beautiful property at the tip of the peninsula Lots of outdoor seating to enjoy the surroundings. Wish there was dedicated firepit area with seating. The loft sleeping area is unique but only accessible by ladder. We appreciated the variety of board games available for our use. We had issues with the AC during our stay, but appreciate how fast the host responded. We rented a pontoon boat from Vacationpontoonrental.com and they delivered it directly to the lake and put it in the water for us. The kids had so much fun swimming off the boat in the middle of the lake and using the lily pad. The beach access is pretty, has great views of the lake and is a good place to launch the kayaks and paddleboard but was not suitable for swimming due to seaweed growth. Our dog loved running around the property and swimming off the beach access. Enjoyed our stay and looking forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Tip Top Vacation!

My family and I were above and beyond impressed with the house and property. The grounds were gorgeous and beautifully maintained and the house was the perfect size for our group. Every amenity was provided for and put to good use. We loved all of the water toys and took advantage of spending every night under the gazebo talking and making memories. We decided to rent a pontoon for our stay and used PONTOONRENTAL.COM to have a boat delivered and picked up from our site. What a game changer! Having a pontoon added even more excitement and fun to our days and we will continue to rent from Rex and his team. Our communication with Will and Julia was always fast and easy. They had no problem answering my million questions and it was so nice to meet Will in person on our check in day. All in all, we had a great experience and are looking forward to staying there next year as well. Couldn't have asked for a better home or host!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with communicative host. Solid place for families with kids
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay for the outdoor enthusiasts that just want to enjoy the clear water. It's also super close to the dinosaur museum and chocolate factory. Great bird watching to be had from the gazebo and docks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third family vacation here and we once again enjoyed every moment! Swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, playing catch in the yard, game nights, movie nights, the smell of the grill, big breakfasts together, and the beautiful views all around. It’s the perfect place for our family of six and two dogs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our week on the lake. We went kayaking, swimming, fishing, visited the farmer's market, drove to Shipshewana for the day and enjoyed the amazing 4th of July fireworks on the lake. Thanks for letting helping our enjoy a week of freedom!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for a Notre Dame game weekend and it was perfect! Beautiful scenery, very relaxing, pictures and description were exactly as listed. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute property - so many different quaint areas inside and out to delight visitors. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very pleasant location. Lots to do for our two teen grandsons.

It was so relaxing and a wonderful area for a lower key vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good - Nice place, looks like the photos. Kayaks were nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends Retreat

Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing beautiful stay

My family and I had such a wonderful experience on Julie’s property. The house has so many amenities and comes with everything you could need for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful and spacious. There are kayaks, a paddleboat, yard games, fishing, and more! The perfect spot for our family! We love it there!! The host is very accommodating and prompt to answer any questions. A wonderful vacation spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Bend Trip

Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families

The outdoor amenities offered were perfect for our family. The small kayaks were a hit with all of our grandkids. Very beautiful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023