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Beautifully decorated home.
Property grounds
Porch
Entry
Livingroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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La Paz, IN
  • Place, Riddles Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodbury Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Potato Creek State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball

Welcome to Albert Estate Guest House
Your Home Away From Home Near Notre Dame

Experience the perfect blend of comfort, relaxation, and small-town hospitality at Albert Estate Guest House. Whether you're visiting for a Notre Dame Fighting Irish football weekend, graduation, a wedding, family reunion, business trip, or simply a peaceful getaway, our guest house is the perfect place to relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories.

* Experience Notre Dame Like a Local

Make your game day even more memorable!

Guests staying during Notre Dame home football weekends receive an invitation to join the owner's pre-game tailgate (subject to availability). Experience the excitement of game day like a local before heading to campus to cheer on the Fighting Irish.

After the game, escape the crowds and return to a peaceful country setting where you can relax, unwind, and relive the day's excitement.

* Relax & Feel at Home

Our spacious, thoughtfully decorated guest house is designed with your comfort in mind. Gather with family and friends in the welcoming living areas, prepare meals in the fully equipped kitchen, or simply enjoy spending quality time together.

* Notre Dame Game Room

Football fans will love our Notre Dame-themed entertainment room, featuring authentic Fighting Irish memorabilia along with an air hockey table, ping pong table, board games, and plenty of space to relax and have fun. It's the perfect place to continue the game-day excitement long after the final whistle.

* Outdoor Living

Spend your evenings grilling your favorite meal, relaxing around the fire pit, and sharing stories under the stars.

Just yards from the guest house, you'll find a neighborhood park featuring a playground and pickleball courts. We provide paddles and balls so guests of all ages can enjoy a friendly match.

Perfect For

• Notre Dame Football Weekends

• Notre Dame Graduation

• Family Weekend

• Weddings & Special Events

• Family Vacations

• Reunions

• Business Travelers

• Couples' Getaways

Why Guests Love Albert Estate Guest House

✔ Peaceful country setting

✔ Exclusive owner's Notre Dame tailgate invitation (home football weekends, subject to availability)

✔ Notre Dame-themed game room

✔ Air hockey & ping pong

✔ Fire pit and outdoor gathering area

✔ Grill for outdoor meals

✔ Pickleball courts and playground just steps away

✔ Pickleball paddles and balls provided

✔ Spacious accommodations for families and groups

✔ Warm, personalized hospitality

More than just a place to stay, Albert Estate Guest House is where families gather, friends reconnect, and unforgettable memories are made. Whether you're cheering on the Fighting Irish, celebrating a special occasion, or simply enjoying a relaxing getaway, we look forward to welcoming you and making your stay one you'll always remember.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please place the key back under the mat in front of the inside door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1304270vb
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

Plymouth

Plymouth is home to this holiday home. Marshall County Historical Museum and River Side Amphitheater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Woodbury Golf Course and Swan Lake Resort.
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Map
La Paz, IN

What's nearby

  • Riddles Lake - 7 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Woodbury Golf Course - 9 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Potato Creek State Park - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Price Memorial Park - 10 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Centennial Park - 10 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • South Bend Station - 29 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lakeville Brewcrew - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Leo's Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball?

As of 29 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball on 1 Nov 2026 start from AU$637, including taxes and fees. 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Notre Dame Football Retreat -Sleeps 8- Game Room - Fire Pit - Pickleball located?

Set in Plymouth, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake of the Woods, Riddles Lake and Price Memorial Park. Centennial Park and Magnetic Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and peaceful spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay. Excellent place and customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson B.

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

Excellent Stay

This is our second stay at Albert Estates and it is wonderful! Very clean, comfortable and great hospitality! We highly recommend and plan for more future stays!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Nice place to stay

Very nice and clean. Comfortable beds - close to swan lake golf complex. Very helpful owners.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Clean, orderly, and beautiful

My wife and I were visiting Culver and had the nicest stay at the Albert property. We had everything we needed. The floors, bedrooms, sheets, bathroom and kitchen were very clean. This is so important to feel at ease when travelling. There was also a huge parking lot which made it very easy to park. We spent time reading on the large covered front porch. Everything was so nice - couldn’t have been happier and look forward to staying there again this Fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Tournament Retreat

The property has a lot to offer. We had a 3 day baseball tournament nearby and my husband, two teens boys and I prefer a house to a hotel room and we found Albert’s Place to be just the spot. A open kitchen/family room area large enough to be together without being on top of each other. A perfect coffee-in-the-morning covered porch, a picnic table under the trees out back and a park with a sandlot a few 100 feet away. All on a quiet street a less than a mile from a u-pick blueberry patch. The bathroom is adequate but small and stocked with enough towels for a long weekend stay for 4. The kitchen is stocked with essentials and some surprising extras; spices, creamer and waters. When sports bring us back we will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2021
Great Guests, and glad they chose the Albert Estate Guest House for their stay in the area. Always Welcome back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful place

We really enjoyed our time there. The property was beautiful had everything we needed. The hosts introduced themselves before we got there and encouraged us to reach out if we should need anything. We hope to come back again sometime soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Fall break getaway

Had a great time relaxing at Bruce's place in La Paz! We were on a short fall break trip going to Notre Dame for the USC game day. Everything was great and would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim e.

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

Awesome experience

Just spent one night here on our way to a golf outing. It was a great experience. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LaVerne H.

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

Country Home

Very interesting and close to where we are visiting, nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Golf trip

Awesome place to stay. If I’m ever in town I will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Great propery

Very comfortable and clean. Second stay and will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bruce Albert

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Welcome to Albert Estate Guest House!

We're Bruce and our family, and we're honored you're considering staying with us. As a family-owned guest house, we believe hospitality is about more than simply providing a place to sleep—it's about making every guest feel genuinely welcome.

We take great pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and thoughtfully prepared home where families and friends can relax, reconnect, and create lasting memories. Whether you're visiting for a Notre Dame football weekend, graduation, a wedding, a family vacation, or simply a peaceful getaway, we want you to feel at home from the moment you arrive.

As longtime Northern Indiana residents and passionate Notre Dame Fighting Irish fans, we enjoy sharing our favorite local restaurants, attractions, and hidden gems. During Notre Dame home football weekends, guests are invited to join our owner's pre-game tailgate (subject to availability), giving you the opportunity to experience game day like a local while meeting fellow Fighting Irish fans.

We're not a large vacation rental company—we're local hosts who genuinely enjoy meeting new people and helping make every stay special. If you have questions, need recommendations, or need anything during your visit, we're only a phone call or message away.

Our greatest hope is that you'll leave with wonderful memories, new traditions, and a desire to return.

May strangers arrive as guests and leave as friends.

We look forward to welcoming you to Albert Estate Guest House!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this area because it offers something that's becoming harder to find—a peaceful place where you can slow down, relax, and enjoy time with the people who matter most.

Located in the heart of Northern Indiana, Albert Estate Guest House is close enough to enjoy all the excitement of Notre Dame football, graduation, and special events, while providing a quiet country retreat away from the crowds and traffic. We think it's the perfect balance of convenience and relaxation.

Guests also enjoy having a neighborhood park just steps away, complete with a playground and pickleball courts. We provide paddles and balls so it's easy to get outside, stay active, and have fun together.

Our location also makes it convenient to explore many of Northern Indiana's favorite destinations, including Notre Dame, downtown South Bend, Potato Creek State Park, Amish Country, Shipshewana, unique shops, and a variety of excellent restaurants.

Whether you're gathering around the fire pit after a Fighting Irish victory, spending time with family, or simply enjoying a peaceful evening under the stars, we hope you'll discover why we love calling this area home.

What makes this property unique

Albert Estate Guest House offers more than just a place to stay—it offers an experience.

As a family-owned guest house, we take pride in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where guests feel like they're visiting friends rather than checking into a hotel. From the moment you arrive, our goal is to help you relax, reconnect, and make lasting memories with the people you love.

For Notre Dame fans, our guest house offers a truly unique experience. During home football weekends, guests are invited to join the owner's pre-game tailgate (subject to availability), giving you the opportunity to experience game day like a local while meeting fellow Fighting Irish fans.

One of our most popular features is our Notre Dame-themed game room, complete with authentic Fighting Irish memorabilia, an air hockey table, ping pong, and games for all ages. It's a favorite gathering place for families and friends before and after the game.

Outside, guests enjoy evenings around the fire pit, grilling meals together, and relaxing in a peaceful country setting. Just steps away, a neighborhood park offers a playground and pickleball courts, and we provide paddles and balls so you can join in the fun.

Most importantly, we offer something you won't find at many vacation rentals—personalized hospitality. We're local owners who genuinely enjoy welcoming guests, sharing our favorite local recommendations, and helping make every stay special.

At Albert Estate Guest House, you're not just booking a vacation rental—you're becoming part of a tradition where strangers arrive as guests and leave as friends.

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