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Half-Moon Cottage
Enjoy privacy in this beautifully handcrafted cottage with arched ceilings. The cottage is 2 miles from downtown Goshen - a vibrant small town with restaurants and shops. It's 1 mile from Goshen College, 45 minutes from Notre Dame and 25 minutes from the Amish town of Shipshewana. The cottage is beside a fruit, nut and berry orchard and gardens. It's adjacent to a city bike trail that links to the Pumpkinvine nature/bike trail. It's close to a train crossing (with whistle) and a busy street.

My Happy Place!!
The whole group will be comfortable in this Spacious Nicely Decor Unique space. Two bedroom and small office sitting area I’m Big on house keeping and my house rules being meet at all times Any items stolen Damaged or stained will be a $500 charge No pets , smoking ,Drugs or Guns in the unit this a Neighborhood watch community My Airbnb is setup for business workers and out of town travelers Only No Local guest Allowed Also the home is not setup for children at this time (sorry) Thank you

The Hideaway on Mitchellii Lane
A completely furnished apartment in the basement of our log home (our main residence) on 5 acres of woods above beautiful Shavehead Lake. Entrance into the apartment through a screened in porch and double French doors provides privacy and space to relax and enjoy the beautiful outdoor landscape. A large egress window allows natural sunlight into the bedroom on the opposite side of the wall from the kitchen/dining room/living room. High speed internet & YouTubeTV provide entertainment options.

Lofty Spaces, entire upper level, 5 mi from town
Stay in our redecorated entire upstairs level with pass-coded private entry to come and go as you please. Queen bed in the primary bedroom, a double in the second bedroom. (2 cots can be set up for any youth). Full bath with tub and shower, TV room with Kuerig, microwave, mini frig, and back wood’s view. Relax on front porch. Short walk to Fairgrounds and Pumpkin Vine trail. Close by places to eat. Notre Dame is 45 mins away. Shipshewana -40 mins. 60 miles to Lake MI. 3 hr drive to Chicago.

Picket Fence Farm Private Guest Retreat Suite
Stay in a 2nd story private suite in a modern farmhouse where we reside on a family farm in Amish country. Guests have the entire 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms, a private bath, and a sitting room. You can watch Amish buggies drive by while you rock on the front porch, access shared patio spaces or sit by a creek. We have cows, goats & chickens. We're in the heart of Shipshewana Amish/Mennonite community, minutes from downtown Shipshewana & all it has. An authentic, comfortable country getaway.

Private Entrance Guest Suite on the River
Stay in our studio apartment suite with private exterior door entrance. Hosts live in the rest of the house. From the backyard you can fish, kayak/canoe, paddle board, enjoy a bonfire, grill, and relax by the river. There's a king memory foam bed, sleeper sofa, and 49" TV. Remote work friendly with spacious workspace desk, fast WIFI, and coffee. The closet has a mini food prep area with mini fridge and microwave, and grill out on back patio. It's a quick 15 min drive to Notre Dame.

Basement Apartment *conveniently near Shipshewana*
Come stay in our private-access, BASEMENT apartment, while you visit our town of Shipshewana. Our home sits in the middle of 7 acres of woods. We love it here, and we hope you do too! Our goal, as your hosts, is to provide you with a reasonably priced, cozy space, where you feel like you are visiting a friend, not staying at a high end hotel. Small touches set us apart like laundry and light breakfast/snacks provided for stays that include Sundays (coffee is ALWAYS on at this house)

Colorful Country Suite
Peaceful get-away in the country. Rich colorful apartment ideal for an extended business trip or just for fun. A thousand square feet of comfortable living space in our walk-out basement. Five to ten minutes from an eclectic mix of dining options and bustling art/artisan scene in downtown Goshen. Walking/biking trails are 1.5 mi. away. Bike trails are also available in Goshen and extend all the way from Elkhart to Shipshewana. We're two minutes from Goshen Airport.

The Boho Bungalow
The Boho Bungalow is an updated 1920's bungalow with plenty of traditional charm. Wood floors, built ins and vintage kitchen make it cozy and welcoming. It's perfect for traveling professionals or families needing short term housing while visiting the Elkhart/South Bend area. The home is just blocks from Elkhart General Hospital and is very convenient to downtown Elkhart, Granger and South Bend. It's less than 15 miles from Notre Dame.

Little House On The River
Escape to the Little House On The River in Elkhart, IN! This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bath retreat sleeps 4 and offers stunning river views, a private deck, and all the comforts of home. Just 30 minutes from Notre Dame and a short drive to Shipshewana, it’s the perfect spot for game days, Amish country exploring, or simply relaxing by the water. Peaceful, private, and unforgettable—your riverside getaway awaits!

Guesthouse Near Shipshewana & Notre Dame Stadium
Relax and unwind at The Guesthouse on 29, conveniently located just 1.5 miles off US Highway 20. This cozy retreat is ideal for travelers exploring Northern Indiana and Amish Country. Enjoy easy access to nearby attractions — 10 minutes to Goshen and Middlebury, 15 minutes to Elkhart, 20 minutes to Shipshewana, and only 40 minutes to the University of Notre Dame.

Wayback House
Country setting. Apartment above our garage. Attached to our house. No Smoking. No Pets. No Parties. No shared space but with the shared wall, you will here sounds from our space including garage door, voices, kitchen noise, dogs may bark, etc. we try to keep noise levels down but we live here and you may hear us. WiFi in this location is sometimes spotty.
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When is the best time to visit Elkhart?
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4.9 Average rating
Elkhart stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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