THE AVANTI HOUSES, South Bend

The guest house sits a few steps from the Studebaker National Museum and the History Museum, with the Morris Performing Arts Center a 16-minute walk away. Century Center Convention Center is 2 km from the property, and South Bend Regional Airport is 5 km away. A food market is within 200 meters, and Fiddler's Hearth Public House, Nom Nom Pho, and The Exchange Whiskey Bar are all about 1 km away. The Transpo bus line is a 5-minute walk, and scooters, bikes, Uber, and Lyft provide additional options. Free on-site parking is available behind the house, making car access straightforward.

All accommodations are private, ranging from twin rooms with 2 beds to double rooms with 1 bed, a studio, a triple room, and a twin/double with a bath and shower. Every room includes a private half bathroom (sink and toilet), and several rooms have a private full bathroom with a shower. A shared full bathroom is available down the hall for rooms without an en-suite shower. Each room has a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and kitchenware, plus a tea and coffee maker, air conditioning, heating, a desk (the Loft unit has the largest workspace), a dining area, a seating area, and a TV. The historic 1890-built home features unique Avanti car memorabilia and a comfortable, clean interior. Rooms facing the street are noted for quietness, and the bed comfort is well regarded. Room size is compact but practical for short stays.

The property does not have a restaurant or bar. Each room is equipped with a kitchenette featuring a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, tea and coffee maker, and kitchenware, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. A shared kitchen is also available. Several dining options are within a 1 km walk, including Fiddler's Hearth Public House, Nom Nom Pho, and The Exchange Whiskey Bar. A food market is 200 meters away for groceries.