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~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit

Family-friendly vacation home in South Bend with a hot tub

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The photo doesn't do the size of this hot tub justice...COMFORTABLY fits 10! Look out onto the firepit, bbq deck and basketball court while relaxing
Jerseys from Forrest Gump, Rudy, Bobby Boucher among other stars of Gridiron cinema plus posters and photos from the movie career of the Pigskin Journeyman himself..."Brett Favre" in American Underdog, "JD McCoy" in the series Friday Night Lights etc :)
Massive smokeless fire pit with 2 comfy egg chairs, plenty of seating space, and firewood provided free from your host!
65" Vizio Smartcast TV w/ HBO Max, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video logged-in and antenna for local channels - Futon couches for additional sleeping space if needed
Master Suite with brand new thick KING memory foam mattress - Side-lamps each equipped with 2 USB outlets along with an additional electric outlet

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 182000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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South Bend, IN
  • Place, Compton Family Ice Arena
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Joyce Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Notre Dame Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

"Courage is..." Room

1 Queen Bed

"Make the Present Good..." Room

1 King Bed

"My best 11..." Room

1 King Bed

"Win one for the Gipper" Room

1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

Basement Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Double Sofa Beds

Cinema

4 Double Sofa Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit

As featured on CBS’s Staycation Sports, The Rockne House is more than a themed rental—it’s a full-blown football experience, crafted for families, fans, and tradition-seekers alike. Located just one mile from Notre Dame Stadium on iconic Rockne Drive, this legendary stay sleeps up to 18 guests and was designed by Pigskin Journeyman to honor the heart of Fighting Irish football while delivering unforgettable comfort and fun for groups of all kinds.

Here’s a fun fact for the diehards: The Rockne House sits at 2121 Rockne Drive—the same street number as the Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2121 George Halas Drive. Two football legends. Two iconic addresses. One legendary stay.

Whether you're here for a game, graduation, reunion, or summer getaway, The Rockne House is ready to host your crew in style. Enjoy a massive 10-person hot tub, a private Football Flicks cinema with 110" screen and surround sound, and a backyard built for play—with a fire pit, basketball hoop, and BBQ deck. Indoors, you'll find a game room with pool, Pop-a-Shot, Football Toss, and walls lined with nostalgic touches that make every guest feel like part of the team.

The home offers five spacious bedrooms with KING memory foam beds, comfortably sleeping up to 18 guests. A fully stocked kitchen makes group meals easy, and multiple flat-screen TVs throughout the house are loaded with NFL+ Premium, Max, Hulu, Disney+, and Prime—perfect for watch parties, movie nights, or just unwinding after the game.

Whether you’re building memories with your kids or reliving your college days, The Rockne House is your home field advantage in the heart of Fighting Irish country.
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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Pet fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement. Security Deposit Required of up to $1000. Minimum age to rent is 21.
No smoking, no parties/events. Quiet hours from 10:00PM to 8:00AM

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

South Bend

South Bend is home to this vacation home. Compton Family Ice Arena and Potawatomi Zoo are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit University Park Mall and Heritage Square Shopping. Traveling with kids? Consider Strikes and Spares Entertainment Center and Shiojiri Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ice skating.
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South Bend, IN

What's nearby

  • Compton Family Ice Arena - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Joyce Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Potawatomi Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bethel College - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • South Bend Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nick's Patio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Linebacker Lounge - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Original Pancake House - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at ~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit on Dec 29, 2025 start from $519.41, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ~CBS Featured~ HUGE HOT TUB|CINEMA|Firepit located?

This family-friendly South Bend vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Coquillard Park, Compton Family Ice Arena, and Boehm Park. University of Notre Dame is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Owner was awesome to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This VRBO home exceeded all expectations. The host was responsive and helpful, making check-in and check-out a breeze. It felt like a true home away from home. We’re already planning our next visit!Highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable, clean, and stylish getaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Great place!

Great place to stay close to ND.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve g.

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

Perfect place

The property was everything it was listed to be. Communication with the owner was easy. The location was ideal as it was close to every place we needed to go within South Bend. We rnjoyed our stay and would recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Fun house

We had a fun time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Family Thanksgiving

Nice place for the whole family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Overall, this worked fine for a couple nights for 7 guys. Games in the basement were great, plenty of beds, communication from the host was good. However, we were let down based on the listing -- there is a lot of work that needs to be done on the house (one shower was super finnicky, pots and pans were scarce and not very clean, fridge was questionably cold, one of the chairs in the back was missing a leg, etc.). That plus the grill being in really bad shape and the basketball court/grill area being right next to a ton of stinky garbage. For the price, I was expecting much more, and we would have had a tough time if we had tried to fit the 18 people the listing says there's capacity for or if we had done the trip with wives and kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Perfect ND gather with family

Great property and perfect host. Would definitely stay here again. Go Irish!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara B.

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

Great Clean place to stay in South Bend

Great house to stay in while visiting South Bend. Beds/linens extremely clean, house overall is very clean and comfortably fits a large family/group of friends. Convenient to all stores and to Notre Dame campus -a short walk or a quick car ride. We highly recommend this property and would consider renting again on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

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

Great house for teen boys

We enjoyed the house as a way for our 13 yr old to have a weekend get away with his buddies for his bday party. Chose the house since there was plenty of entertainment indoors in February but had outdoor activities in case there was warmer weather. The basement is a teen boy’s paradise! They loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan E.

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

Weekend getaway

From the beginning, instructions and information about the house were easy to find and navigate including the hot tub, grill and movie theater. We had a great experience. Would highly recommend to a friend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Quick Getaway

A few families with young kids went here as a quick getaway. Close to Notre Dame campus and downtown Mishawaka for family-friendly activities. Would be a great place to stay for an Irish football game!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

JTX

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

Fun family time!

Beds were comfortable, home was clean and well stocked with linens, towels, kitchen utensils and items, and loads of activities and games for the family. Even had candy, sodas(), and complimentary popcorn in the home theater. We had a ball!The hot tub was a big selling point for us because everyone was coming a great distance. The photos looked great but admittedly it was not the high point of the trip. The owners were very responsive to any questions we had. It is an older home that has been beautifully updated but be aware sound travels a lot. We could hear everything from our bedroom and what was happening downstairs and the HVAC was quite noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riki W.

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

Great Getaway for Friends

We loved our time at the Rockne house! It was the perfect place to spend time with friends and had a bunch of fun games and activities to keep us busy even in the winter. The Movie Room was by far the highlight of the house! Would reccomend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

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

Guys weekend hit

Pleased hard to please group
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

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

16th Birthday

Great time for a group of young men. Everything they had was the perfect way to entertain this age group!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Great house for a mom/daughter ND weekend

It was perfect to have 6 moms stay and for our mother daughter weekend. It was a great location close to campus so our girls could come hang out during the day and for dinner. The hot tub was huge and a huge hit. The outdoor grill worked great for preparing dinner. Plenty of space to socialize. Outdoor fire pit and large yard were both also terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenda B., Macomb, IL

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

Winter Family Getaway

Do not overlook this VRBO for your next stay in South Bend. The most comfortable, warm, accommodating, communicative, organized, and well stocked home we have ever stayed. As a mum of 3 adult boys, we all had plenty of things to do even while being snowed in. It was convenient as well to only be a hour and a half away from Chicago O’Hare Airport as our Airman was to fly back to the UK the day we checked out. Thankful and grateful for the time and memories made at The Rockne House!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Ginny B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Lack of details

We arrived on a Friday and the cleaning lady was still there at 3:30 which for us was good because she explained how the front door lock worked. Handles on most of the outside doors were very lose and one even fell off , my husband fixed it . Other doors inside were very lose and didn't lock if there was a lock. Very disappointed with the bathroom situation , I knew there were only 2 but none in the basement where there were so many sleeping areas. Kitchen was overall needing help ,cabinet doors ready to fall off , sink not scrubbed ( use some Bar Keepers Friend powder it would work. Laundry room had piles of dirty sheets and towels and towels in dryer , wet sheets in washer , I would have liked to do a load of laundry but not going to touch what was there. It was lucky for us we only slept there and the beds were fine , we had breakfast and were gone for the day to family activities. In my opinion you needs to have a handy man come and fix all the wear and tear this house has seen. Also the TV upstairs wouldn't work , we could turn it on on the side of it but had no ability to change channels or volume......Please make a manual for all items that guests would need to know how to work. We had young adults that are very tech savvy and they were stumped, we tried changing battries etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great week at Notre Dame Game

My family had a great stay at the Rochne house and I would recommend it to everyone. The property was very clean, nicely maintained and super well equipped for a family. The basement is perfect with a large area for games that has lots of fun things. The movie room is great and the projector is easy to use. Matt even leaves snacks and drinks right in the room. It took me a minute but I realized that every couch could convert to a bed so there must be places for 20 people to sleep it seemed. (If there was a good problem it was that it was hard to get the kids to leave the house because there were so many fun things to do.) The back yard is also perfect for a family. The hot tub was actually hot and very big. The grill area was large and roomy. The fire pit is huge and has endless amount of wood. The back yard has a street behind it but it is not that busy and it is far enough away not to bother anyone. My experience with how close it is to the campus is mixed. The description in the write up is accurate and it is walking distance for adults. We decided to taxi the children expect for game day. We chose to get a tailgating spot for the game but that was just as much for the experience as it was due to the walking distance. Finally, Matt couldn’t have been nicer. He was very responsive and available if we had any problems. In the end we didn’t really need anything but it was nice to know he was ready to help out. Great place to get the full ND experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was as advertised and worked perfectly for our group. The communication with the owner was great and made for a seamless experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reagan F.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique J.

Liked: Location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Bassuener

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Pigskin Journeyman isn’t just a name—it’s the story of a life spent chasing the game across the globe.

Founded by a former pro quarterback whose career spanned the AFL, Europe, South America, and the world stage with Team USA, Pigskin Journeyman properties are built from lived experience. From helping grow American football in Brazil to portraying Brett Favre in American Underdog—and serving as JD McCoy’s double on the final three seasons of Friday Night Lights—this is a brand created by someone who’s truly done it all. As one guest put it: “The Dos Equis man of football.”

After nearly 20 moves for football, film, and business, the mission became clear: to build the most authentic football-themed stays in America’s most iconic football towns.

It started with the original Pigskin Journeyman House in Green Bay—packed with mementos from a life in the game. Then came The Rockne House in South Bend, featured on CBS, just one mile from Notre Dame Stadium. From there, we opened the unapologetically bold Hall of Fame Snubs House in Massillon, Ohio—where high school football is religion—and then Rockne 2.0, a luxury upgrade of the original concept with a Finnish sauna, jumbotron sports bar, and speakeasy lounge.

Each home is intentionally designed, fan-approved, and loaded with the kind of details only a player would think to include.

This isn’t just a rental brand. It’s a legacy. And it’s just getting started.

Why they chose this property

It’s the best house on the best street—named for the patriarch of college football’s most storied program. The address? 2121 Rockne Drive—the same street number as the Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2121 George Halas Drive. Coincidence? Maybe. But football lives here.

What makes this property unique

🏈 Unique Benefits of The Rockne House

Featured on CBS’s Staycation Sports – One of the most iconic football-themed rentals in the country.

Located at 2121 Rockne Drive – The same street number as the Pro Football Hall of Fame (2121 George Halas Dr).

Fully immersive Knute Rockne tribute – Every room themed with quotes and photos from the legendary coach.

Massive 10-person hot tub – Rare for the area, perfect for groups, families, and post-game wind-downs.

Private cinema room – 110” screen, surround sound, vintage snack bar, and football film memorabilia.

Game room + Rockne House Leaderboard – Pool, Pop-a-Shot, football toss, and guest high score rivalry.

Spacious outdoor setup – Fire pit, basketball hoop, BBQ grill, deck, and RV-friendly parking.

Designed by a former pro quarterback – Built with intention, detail, and true football heart.

Languages:

Spanish, Portuguese, Finnish

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