Step into TheBrickHouse 🧱, a charming 1941 retreat hosted by Home Away From Home 🖤! Just 1.1 miles from Notre Dame 🎓, this cozy, character-filled home features an inviting hot tub under string lights ♨️✨, a fire pit 🔥, and a beautifully updated backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, enjoy a coffee bar, and a quiet reading nook! Whether you're here for game day, family time, or a peaceful getaway, this is your place to unwind. Book now and enjoy South Bend’s warmest welcome!
Available via phone, text, email - I will be available however is most convenient for you. If needed on-premise, I have a manager within 30 minutes of the property.
The University of Notre Dame, College Football Hall of Fame; South Bend Chocolate Factory; Rise 'n Roll Bakery (a local Amish bakery known for its donuts); the brand new Ninja Mini Golf; Mishawaka Riverwalk, South Bend Riverwalk; Studebaker Museum; Morris Performing Arts Center; Home of the South Bend Cubs; the brand new Four Winds Casino
Self-Check-in - You will gain access to the property via a keypad which will be provided the day before check-in. Convenient dusk-to-dawn lights make your arrival easier, no matter what time of day.
Check-in time is anytime after 5:00pm
Check-out time is before 10:00am
★★★★★ "Loved the back yard, hot tub, double-decker porch, and mini Nespresso machine!" - Miranda
★★★★★ "The twinkle lights outside above the hot tub were a nice touch." - Robyn
★★★★★ "The sunroom was our favorite spot!" - Carissa
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★ A FEW HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR HOME ★
🛁 Hot Tub – Soak under the stars and relax your cares away.
🔥 Fire Pit – Surrounded by cozy porch chairs + firewood included!
🧩 In-House Escape Room Experience – Solve puzzles without ever leaving!
🍽️ Spacious Kitchen – Perfect for cooking up group meals and midnight snacks.
📺 YouTube TV – Movie night? Game day? We've got you covered.
☕ Coffee Bar & Nespresso Machine – Start your day the gourmet way.
🍔 Back Patio Paradise – Grill, chill, and enjoy the fresh air.
🎉 Perfect for Groups & Families – Room to gather, laugh, and connect.
🏠 1941 Character + Modern Updates – Historic charm with fresh vibes.
🌿 Indoor & Outdoor Hangouts – Vibrant spaces made for memory-making.
~~~As a quick disclaimer and note to potential guests, we are a FAMILY ORIENTED property. We are NOT a party house and have a strict 10pm - 7am noise rule. After 10pm our neighbors should not hear you. IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PARTY and come and go all hours of the night, we are not a good fit for you. Rowdiness, excessive noise, loud music, etc. are all grounds for removal.~~~
This home is ideally located close to Notre Dame at 1.1 miles and other major attractions while providing a relaxing and fun escape at your Home Away From Home. Book now and experience the best South Bend has to offer! Details about the space below:
★ LIVING ROOM ★
The home’s focal area features a homey ambiance where you can spend countless hours relaxing or with friends.
✔ Large, comfortable sofas
✔ Two Seater Recliner Sofa
✔ YouTube TV
✔ 55” TCL Roku Smart TV
★ SERENE READING NOOK ★
✔ Just off of the living room, beautiful little reading nook
✔ Seating area
✔ Enjoy the outdoors from indoors
★ KITCHEN & DINING ★
Nothing beats a delicious homemade meal! Plenty of modern kitchen amenities will make you a star chef in no time! Custom tile countertops allow you to prepare glorious feasts.
✔ Coffee Bar (see next section)
✔ Full Kitchen
✔ Dining Room table
✔ Microwave
✔ Stove
✔ Oven
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer
✔ Glasses
✔ Silverware
✔ Pots & Pans
♛ COFFEE BAR (coffee lovers, pay close attention!!)
✔ Essenza Mini Nespresso Machine with pods provided for your own gourmet coffee drinks
✔ Traditional Coffee maker with several bean options that you can grind yourself
✔ Ground Coffee options as well
✔ Flavored syrups and sugar
★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS ★
Two tastefully furnished bedrooms with comfortable large beds will have you sleeping on clouds.
♛ Upstairs Bedroom #1
✔ Two Queen Beds with Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
✔ 43” Roku Smart TV
✔ Alarm Clock w/charging outlets and USBs
✔ Overhead Fan
✔ Blackout Curtains
✔ Reading Lamps
♛ Upstairs Bedroom #2
✔ One Queen Bed with Pillows, Linens, and Sheets
✔ Daybed, which features two twin beds (one on top and one pull out from below)
✔ 55” Roku Smart TV
✔ Alarm Clock w/charging outlets and USBs
✔ Blackout Curtains
♛ Main Floor Living Room
✔ Sofa with pull out full-sized bed. Pillows, linens, and sheets are provided
★ BATHROOMS ★
The house features two full bathrooms. All bathrooms are stocked with premium towels and essential toiletries.
✔ Shower Cabin
✔ Vanity
✔ Mirror
✔ Toilet
✔ Towels
✔ Essential Toiletries
★ OUTDOOR AREA ★
Perhaps the highlight of the home: Step out to the private patio and relax in your oasis. Here you will find a hot tub, a BBQ gas grill for delicious family afternoons, a fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs, and more.
✔ HOT TUB
✔ Fire pit (firewood provided)
✔ BBQ Grill
✔ Adirondack Chairs
Other than the already mentioned amenities, our home is also equipped with:
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Air Conditioning
✔ Heating
✔ Washer/Dryer Access
✔ Hair Dryer
✔ Iron + Board
✔ Free Private Parking on-street or behind garage (upon arrival at home the 1st time, enter through the front of the property)
✔ Dusk-to-dawn lights to make arrival easier, day or night
XXX The indoor fireplaces are non-functioning, please do not attempt to use XXX
Guest access
The home is exclusively yours, without interruption for the duration of your stay, so relax, unwind, and make yourself at home.
All mattresses (except sofas and sofa pull-out beds): experience ultimate comfort and a rejuvenating sleep with the renowned Lucid 10 or 12 Inch Latex Hybrid Mattress. Discover why countless satisfied guests have raved about the unparalleled comfort of these beds, and now you can indulge in the same exceptional sleep.
All TVs: access 70+ popular local and cable channels through YouTube TV. Additionally, these Roku TV’s allow you to access your own streaming services (such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, etc.) as well as many built in channels.
This property is protected by Amazon’s Blink Video Security System (outdoors only).
To be respectful of the neighbors, please be mindful of noise levels between 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Any complaints from neighbors will incur a $50 fee enforceable by renting the property.
A South Bend traspo bus stop located near the house; Lime bikes available throughout the city for rental
As a quick disclaimer and note to potential guests, we are a FAMILY ORIENTED property. We are NOT a party house and have a strict 10pm - 7am noise rule. After 10pm our neighbors should not hear you. IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PARTY and come and go all hours of the night, we are not a good fit for you. Rowdiness, excessive noise, loud music, etc. are all grounds for removal.
