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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.
A window with a view of a lake and trees, a wooden shelf with potted plants, and a small decorative item.
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.
A bench overlooking a lake with water lilies and a variety of vegetation.
A room with a wooden desk, a chair with a floral cushion, a blue sofa, and a view of greenery through a large window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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South Bend, IN
  • Place, North Chain Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Large Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Living Room

1 Single Futon

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Small Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 2 Large Single Futons

2 bathrooms

First Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

South Bend

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.
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Map
South Bend, IN

What's nearby

  • North Chain Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino South Bend - 11 min drive - 16.2 km
  • St. Mary's College - 12 min drive - 18.3 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 12 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 18 min drive - 22.5 km

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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here and it doesn’t get old. Great home, great hosts, great location. Has been a great place for our family when visiting our son at ND.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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
It's our third year in a row with our kids and grandkids. Everyone always looks forward to our wonderful "second" home. Hosts are great! We just love this place and are building tremendous family memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at The Chain! The location, cabin, and amenities fit our family of 10 perfectly. All of our kiddos had a fun place to sleep and they spent hours each day fishing. We were able to go on family kayak rides, fitting all 10 of us on the 5 kayaks provided. We loved watching the swan family on the lake! The reason we gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was because of the general lack of complete cleanliness and appearance. There were cobwebs everywhere outside and the landscaping was overgrown and unkempt - which was a nuisance when going to and from the dock. Several outlets did not have covers and there were broken shelves/trim/floorboards throughout the home that weren't necessary dangerous, but also not shown in pictures or disclosed which makes it feel a bit deceiving. Simple fixes would really add to the experience and comfort!We will definitely consider coming back here and have already suggested it to other friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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
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

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

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
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

A little piece of heaven

The property was beautiful, clean & well stocked! Our family had a very fun & relaxing time! The lake is quiet and clean! We LOVED the little beach area! We would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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

ND game

We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Relaxing

The house is at the end of the street surrounded on water on 3 sides..it was very peaceful. The outside area was great. There was a gazebo that we sat under every night and plsyed games. The lake was easy access for kataking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Felt very private
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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