The Avanti Houses
$95
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Avg. for September
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$95
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Avanti Houses average $53 in July, the cheapest month, and $98 in October, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $72 |
| February | $66 |
| March | $64 |
| April | $78 |
| May | $61 |
| June | $56 |
| July | $53 |
| August | $59 |
| September | $95 |
| October | $98 |
| November | $96 |
| December | $71 |
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About this property
Guesthouse with express check-in, picnic area, and 11 air-conditioned rooms near The History Museum in South Bend.
Location
West Washington, a neighborhood in South Bend, is home to The Avanti Houses. Morris Performing Arts Center and Kennedy Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit University Park Mall and Heritage Square Shopping. South Bend Chocolate Factory and Potawatomi Zoo are also worth visiting.
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Picnic Area/Tables
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Free Parking
Location
900 Thomas Street, West Washington, South Bend, Indiana, United States of America
Room options
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
100 ft²
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Queen Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
150 ft²
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Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Double Or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Deluxe Queen Studio
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
100 ft²
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Guest reviews of The Avanti Houses
5.2
Based on 1 verified review
What guests think
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At The Avanti Houses, travelers describe a quirky, historic guesthouse with museum-like Avanti memorabilia, generally quiet surroundings, and strong value, where friendly hosts and simple, code-based access make stays easy for budget-minded visitors to South Bend.
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At The Avanti Houses, travelers describe a quirky, historic guesthouse with museum-like Avanti memorabilia, generally quiet surroundings, and strong value, where friendly hosts and simple, code-based access make stays easy for budget-minded visitors to South Bend.
Rooms reflect the age of the house—often small with creaky floors and some shared bathrooms—alongside charming decor; a few guests missed in-room TVs or noted warmth from shared A/C and limited kitchen equipment without a full stove. Cleanliness is frequently praised, though isolated issues like a slow-draining tub, peeling wallpaper, or a cracked window and street noise were reported. The location is convenient to downtown, the Studebaker Museum, Four Winds Field, and Notre Dame. Expect a character-filled, budget-friendly guesthouse, not a traditional hotel.
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Facilities
Guests note a shared kitchen and basic in-room appliances (e.g., mini fridges, microwaves) in some rooms, plus free on-site parking. Amenities are simple, with no full stove and some shared common spaces.
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Leslie
Jun 25, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
10
Roger
Nov 7, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
8
Ben
Dec 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
If you are looking for a nice place to sleep, this is the place for you. They have a kitchen and a bathroom that are quite small but do their job. It’s clearly an older house, but is really well maintained. Everything was clearly labeled and it’s easy to find your room. Only thing is you have to deal with other people, so if you are expecting a house to yourself you would be wrong.
If you are looking for a nice place to sleep, this is the place for you. They have a kitchen and a bathroom that are quite small but do their job. It’s clearly an older house, but is really well maintained. Everything was clearly labeled and it’s easy to find your room. Only thing is you have to deal with other people, so if you are expecting a house to yourself you would be wrong.
10
Christopher
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
10
Lesley
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
10
Lucas
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
10
Kimberly
Oct 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was very cute! It is an older house so the floors creak, the only issue we had was someone turned the AC off at one point and our room got pretty warm becsuse it was a shared temperature.
It was very cute! It is an older house so the floors creak, the only issue we had was someone turned the AC off at one point and our room got pretty warm becsuse it was a shared temperature.
10
Robert
May 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
convenient location to Downtown and the museum. only 'gripe' would be room could use a ceiling fan and a window that opens to let in fresh air.
convenient location to Downtown and the museum. only 'gripe' would be room could use a ceiling fan and a window that opens to let in fresh air.
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Carolyn
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property was as described. It had a lot of memorabilia related to the Avanti. There were simple selections for a self serve breakfast and snacks. There was a medium size fridge in our room. The queen bed was very saggy in the center. My husband slept there. I slept in the twin bed which was better, but I had air blowing on my face everytime the ac kicked on with no way to adjust the vent. There was a nice sitting room available.
The property was as described. It had a lot of memorabilia related to the Avanti. There were simple selections for a self serve breakfast and snacks. There was a medium size fridge in our room. The queen bed was very saggy in the center. My husband slept there. I slept in the twin bed which was better, but I had air blowing on my face everytime the ac kicked on with no way to adjust the vent. There was a nice sitting room available.
8
Kristina
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a great place to stay in South Bend if you’re on a budget but want something comfortable and homey. The rooms are nice and the historic aspect of the house is great. It is also nice to have a kitchen to use, plus mini fridges in the room.
This is a great place to stay in South Bend if you’re on a budget but want something comfortable and homey. The rooms are nice and the historic aspect of the house is great. It is also nice to have a kitchen to use, plus mini fridges in the room.
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Cleanliness
Most reviews describe The Avanti Houses as clean, with housekeeping generally reliable. A few maintenance issues appear, including a slow-draining tub, peeling wallpaper, and one report of a cracked, taped window with dirty panes.
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Margaret
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The owners have 2 houses close together and use the same entry code for both. Then the keys are stashed in each room because there are no personnel onsite. One key was missing and the two people to contact were both busy and pretty unresponsive, although they eventually found the missing key. I felt very unsafe. Then I noticed a lot of street noise. One window does not shut at the top. It was cracked and taped up, and the panes were filthy. One of the worst rental experiences I have had, I won't be back.
The owners have 2 houses close together and use the same entry code for both. Then the keys are stashed in each room because there are no personnel onsite. One key was missing and the two people to contact were both busy and pretty unresponsive, although they eventually found the missing key. I felt very unsafe. Then I noticed a lot of street noise. One window does not shut at the top. It was cracked and taped up, and the panes were filthy. One of the worst rental experiences I have had, I won't be back.
10
Claire
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I love old houses and the room was very cozy, clean, and homey. Check in/out couldn't have been easier. I wish we had more time to check out South Bend!
I love old houses and the room was very cozy, clean, and homey. Check in/out couldn't have been easier. I wish we had more time to check out South Bend!
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Leslie
Jun 25, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
10
Roger
Nov 7, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
10
Richard
Oct 13, 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
I liked the house, very clean, safe, interesting and comfortable. The check in instructions were written for someone who was familiar with the house and rooms. The very nice guest in room #7 helped a lot. Cassandra was very good, and nice.
I liked the house, very clean, safe, interesting and comfortable. The check in instructions were written for someone who was familiar with the house and rooms. The very nice guest in room #7 helped a lot. Cassandra was very good, and nice.
8
Mark
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Bathroom tub drain didn’t drain well
Bathroom tub drain didn’t drain well
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Lesley
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
10
Lucas
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
10
Ann
Dec 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Always clean and with good directions to find it.
Always clean and with good directions to find it.
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Jane
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great place to stay. Very clean, nice helpful people, beautiful home. Pretty neighborhood close to downtown.
Great place to stay. Very clean, nice helpful people, beautiful home. Pretty neighborhood close to downtown.
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Rooms
Rooms are historic and cozy but often small with creaky floors and some shared bathrooms; several lack in-room TVs. Comfort is usually good, though occasional A/C warmth or a soft mattress is noted, and the decor features extensive Avanti memorabilia.
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Margaret
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The owners have 2 houses close together and use the same entry code for both. Then the keys are stashed in each room because there are no personnel onsite. One key was missing and the two people to contact were both busy and pretty unresponsive, although they eventually found the missing key. I felt very unsafe. Then I noticed a lot of street noise. One window does not shut at the top. It was cracked and taped up, and the panes were filthy. One of the worst rental experiences I have had, I won't be back.
The owners have 2 houses close together and use the same entry code for both. Then the keys are stashed in each room because there are no personnel onsite. One key was missing and the two people to contact were both busy and pretty unresponsive, although they eventually found the missing key. I felt very unsafe. Then I noticed a lot of street noise. One window does not shut at the top. It was cracked and taped up, and the panes were filthy. One of the worst rental experiences I have had, I won't be back.
4
Leslie
Jun 25, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
Our room was a bit run down with paper peeling off the walls. At first glance the inside looked very nice with old furnishings but it was not quite what we were expecting. Guess the description guesthouse should have clued us in. We never did find the shower. No TV in the room. Wifi fine. Bed was comfortable. The AC did not cool our room down very well.
10
Jerry
Nov 11, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This home was built in 1890 so it doesn\'t have a lot of modern amenities, but once you understand you are essentially staying within a "museum" you can only enjoy the ambiance, artwork, furniture, items and artifacts virtually everywhere. And the owner, Don, has a pristine Avanti car in his garage that he is very proud of and willing to show you! I would most definitely return!
This home was built in 1890 so it doesn\'t have a lot of modern amenities, but once you understand you are essentially staying within a "museum" you can only enjoy the ambiance, artwork, furniture, items and artifacts virtually everywhere. And the owner, Don, has a pristine Avanti car in his garage that he is very proud of and willing to show you! I would most definitely return!
10
Heather
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a little "old-fashioned boarding house" mixed with AirBnB, but it really is worth a stay in this historic house, turned hotel. It's not a traditional hotel, with a check-in desk and staff in-house, and it's an old house with smallish bedrooms, shared bathroom facilities, and creaky wooden floors and stairs. I thought it was charming enough to make up for it. The house is chocked-full of memorbilia for the Studebaker Avanti automobile - advertisements, new articles, art, models, photographs. An irreplaceable collection. Located across the street from the Studebaker museum and within walking distance of the South Bend Cubs baseball field and some restaurants and breweries.
It's a little "old-fashioned boarding house" mixed with AirBnB, but it really is worth a stay in this historic house, turned hotel. It's not a traditional hotel, with a check-in desk and staff in-house, and it's an old house with smallish bedrooms, shared bathroom facilities, and creaky wooden floors and stairs. I thought it was charming enough to make up for it. The house is chocked-full of memorbilia for the Studebaker Avanti automobile - advertisements, new articles, art, models, photographs. An irreplaceable collection. Located across the street from the Studebaker museum and within walking distance of the South Bend Cubs baseball field and some restaurants and breweries.
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Evangeline
May 24, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Our stay is good, just a side note from the age of the building stepping on some areas of the floor has a bit squeaky noise but overall the place is quiet and have a very historic museum on the ground floor.
Our stay is good, just a side note from the age of the building stepping on some areas of the floor has a bit squeaky noise but overall the place is quiet and have a very historic museum on the ground floor.
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Christopher
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
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Deborah
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Interesting place. Kind of funky and eclectic. I felt like I was staying at my grandmother's house. The floors were creaky and I had a half bath off of my room with a shared full bath. I wasn't crazy about the shared full bath option, my room was kind of interesting and had lots of posters of the Studebaker sky hawk. I was pretty comfortable, but did not have a TV in my room which I kind of missed. Glad I only had one night there.
Interesting place. Kind of funky and eclectic. I felt like I was staying at my grandmother's house. The floors were creaky and I had a half bath off of my room with a shared full bath. I wasn't crazy about the shared full bath option, my room was kind of interesting and had lots of posters of the Studebaker sky hawk. I was pretty comfortable, but did not have a TV in my room which I kind of missed. Glad I only had one night there.
10
Lesley
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
10
Kimberly
Oct 6, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
It was very cute! It is an older house so the floors creak, the only issue we had was someone turned the AC off at one point and our room got pretty warm becsuse it was a shared temperature.
It was very cute! It is an older house so the floors creak, the only issue we had was someone turned the AC off at one point and our room got pretty warm becsuse it was a shared temperature.
8
Kristina
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This is a great place to stay in South Bend if you’re on a budget but want something comfortable and homey. The rooms are nice and the historic aspect of the house is great. It is also nice to have a kitchen to use, plus mini fridges in the room.
This is a great place to stay in South Bend if you’re on a budget but want something comfortable and homey. The rooms are nice and the historic aspect of the house is great. It is also nice to have a kitchen to use, plus mini fridges in the room.
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Service
Hosts (Don and Cassandra) are friendly and helpful, and code-based check-in is usually easy. A few guests reported confusing instructions or slow responses during key/access issues.
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Margaret
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The owners have 2 houses close together and use the same entry code for both. Then the keys are stashed in each room because there are no personnel onsite. One key was missing and the two people to contact were both busy and pretty unresponsive, although they eventually found the missing key. I felt very unsafe. Then I noticed a lot of street noise. One window does not shut at the top. It was cracked and taped up, and the panes were filthy. One of the worst rental experiences I have had, I won't be back.
The owners have 2 houses close together and use the same entry code for both. Then the keys are stashed in each room because there are no personnel onsite. One key was missing and the two people to contact were both busy and pretty unresponsive, although they eventually found the missing key. I felt very unsafe. Then I noticed a lot of street noise. One window does not shut at the top. It was cracked and taped up, and the panes were filthy. One of the worst rental experiences I have had, I won't be back.
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Daniel
Nov 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Owner Don was very helpful and friendly. A bit of clutter, but great value
Owner Don was very helpful and friendly. A bit of clutter, but great value
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Roger
Nov 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
10
Richard
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I liked the house, very clean, safe, interesting and comfortable. The check in instructions were written for someone who was familiar with the house and rooms. The very nice guest in room #7 helped a lot. Cassandra was very good, and nice.
I liked the house, very clean, safe, interesting and comfortable. The check in instructions were written for someone who was familiar with the house and rooms. The very nice guest in room #7 helped a lot. Cassandra was very good, and nice.
10
Lesley
Mar 11, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
The house was quite large and easy to maneuver. No stove but there is a hot plate, microwave, and toaster oven in the kitchen. Not a lot of cookware, bowls, etc. but enough to make due. I like to cook so that was a little disappointing but like I said, it was sufficient to make due. It would be nice if there were a recliner and couch in the living room area to make it more comfy. There is a small love seat and chair. Not a place to sit back and watch tv. My room was lovely. Nice comfy bed and a desk for working at. The full bath was adequate. Really cool stuff around the house if you like the Avanti history. Very clean and owner was very responsive to any requests made. I would definitely plan to stay again. I felt safe during my stay as a single lady.
10
Lucas
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
10
Ann
Dec 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Always clean and with good directions to find it.
Always clean and with good directions to find it.
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JAMES
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Liked this place and the on site hosts were very friendly.
Liked this place and the on site hosts were very friendly.
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Beth
Oct 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Don was welcoming and gave us a quick tour and some site seeing ideas.
Don was welcoming and gave us a quick tour and some site seeing ideas.
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Fredrick
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I never stayed there. I was unable to check in on the first day. And then I ran into some issues that evening which prevented me from returning. So I paid for the three days and never stayed there
I never stayed there. I was unable to check in on the first day. And then I ran into some issues that evening which prevented me from returning. So I paid for the three days and never stayed there
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Location
Convenient to downtown South Bend, the Studebaker Museum, Four Winds Field, and Notre Dame, with some dining and sights walkable. Many reviewers also found the setting quiet.
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Gary
Sep 25, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice quiet lodging at a reasonable rate. We attended the Ohio State vs. Notre Dame game ... convenient drive to the football stadium.
Nice quiet lodging at a reasonable rate. We attended the Ohio State vs. Notre Dame game ... convenient drive to the football stadium.
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Kathy
Oct 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I am familiar with the area and this house was convenient for everything I needed while I was in town.
I am familiar with the area and this house was convenient for everything I needed while I was in town.
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Heather
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a little "old-fashioned boarding house" mixed with AirBnB, but it really is worth a stay in this historic house, turned hotel. It's not a traditional hotel, with a check-in desk and staff in-house, and it's an old house with smallish bedrooms, shared bathroom facilities, and creaky wooden floors and stairs. I thought it was charming enough to make up for it. The house is chocked-full of memorbilia for the Studebaker Avanti automobile - advertisements, new articles, art, models, photographs. An irreplaceable collection. Located across the street from the Studebaker museum and within walking distance of the South Bend Cubs baseball field and some restaurants and breweries.
It's a little "old-fashioned boarding house" mixed with AirBnB, but it really is worth a stay in this historic house, turned hotel. It's not a traditional hotel, with a check-in desk and staff in-house, and it's an old house with smallish bedrooms, shared bathroom facilities, and creaky wooden floors and stairs. I thought it was charming enough to make up for it. The house is chocked-full of memorbilia for the Studebaker Avanti automobile - advertisements, new articles, art, models, photographs. An irreplaceable collection. Located across the street from the Studebaker museum and within walking distance of the South Bend Cubs baseball field and some restaurants and breweries.
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Melodie
May 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location across from the Studebaker museum was great.
Location across from the Studebaker museum was great.
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Cesar
Nov 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to where I was visiting.
Close to where I was visiting.
10
Christopher
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
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Maggie
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pretty cool place to stay if you’re going to four winds field. Very cozy for a hostile style place.
Pretty cool place to stay if you’re going to four winds field. Very cozy for a hostile style place.
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Rachael Van
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I can't say enough nice things about our stay in room #7 at the Avanti House. This is an old house, and with that comes both the charm and quirks of an older home. The couple who manage it do an amazing job keeping it up, and everything from the architectural details to the tributes to a classic car legacy make this such a charming place to stay. The location was an easy walk to so many wonderful restaurants and landmarks around South Bend, and getting to Notre Dame was a breeze. I know where I'll be staying when I come to visit my baby for her freshman year next fall!
I can't say enough nice things about our stay in room #7 at the Avanti House. This is an old house, and with that comes both the charm and quirks of an older home. The couple who manage it do an amazing job keeping it up, and everything from the architectural details to the tributes to a classic car legacy make this such a charming place to stay. The location was an easy walk to so many wonderful restaurants and landmarks around South Bend, and getting to Notre Dame was a breeze. I know where I'll be staying when I come to visit my baby for her freshman year next fall!
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Robert
May 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
convenient location to Downtown and the museum. only 'gripe' would be room could use a ceiling fan and a window that opens to let in fresh air.
convenient location to Downtown and the museum. only 'gripe' would be room could use a ceiling fan and a window that opens to let in fresh air.
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Jane
Jun 2, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great place to stay. Very clean, nice helpful people, beautiful home. Pretty neighborhood close to downtown.
Great place to stay. Very clean, nice helpful people, beautiful home. Pretty neighborhood close to downtown.
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Carolyn
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property was as described. It had a lot of memorabilia related to the Avanti. There were simple selections for a self serve breakfast and snacks. There was a medium size fridge in our room. The queen bed was very saggy in the center. My husband slept there. I slept in the twin bed which was better, but I had air blowing on my face everytime the ac kicked on with no way to adjust the vent. There was a nice sitting room available.
The property was as described. It had a lot of memorabilia related to the Avanti. There were simple selections for a self serve breakfast and snacks. There was a medium size fridge in our room. The queen bed was very saggy in the center. My husband slept there. I slept in the twin bed which was better, but I had air blowing on my face everytime the ac kicked on with no way to adjust the vent. There was a nice sitting room available.
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BEATRIZ EUGENIA
last week
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Stayed 1 night
A clean room with your own bathroom, you share the shower The owners are sweet. You rent a room and it’s ok
A clean room with your own bathroom, you share the shower The owners are sweet. You rent a room and it’s ok
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Jodie
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful Room Had a wonderful stay would definitely come back
Beautiful Room Had a wonderful stay would definitely come back
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Sienna
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I had such a wonderful time with my partner! Even though we only stayed for one night I learned so much about the Avanti car!
I had such a wonderful time with my partner! Even though we only stayed for one night I learned so much about the Avanti car!
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Theodore
Jul 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyable and a pleasant disconnect. Well worth a chance to engage with others!!!
Enjoyable and a pleasant disconnect. Well worth a chance to engage with others!!!
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Janine
Jun 17, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
I think for the money and the proximity to downtown it's hard to beat the value, that being said there's a few things to consider when staying there. Our room was right next to the dining room/kitchen so there was definitely some noise bleed. Additionally, I found the beds in the Avanti room to be quite uncomfortable. They seemed to be older spring mattresses, and I do think the stay would be much improved with newer, more comfortable mattresses. We also had issues with the ac which made our first night uncomfortably warm, but the host was extremely responsive and fixed the issue the next day. Overall, nice stay at the Avanti House.
I think for the money and the proximity to downtown it's hard to beat the value, that being said there's a few things to consider when staying there. Our room was right next to the dining room/kitchen so there was definitely some noise bleed. Additionally, I found the beds in the Avanti room to be quite uncomfortable. They seemed to be older spring mattresses, and I do think the stay would be much improved with newer, more comfortable mattresses. We also had issues with the ac which made our first night uncomfortably warm, but the host was extremely responsive and fixed the issue the next day. Overall, nice stay at the Avanti House.
FAQs about The Avanti Houses
Is parking available at the property?
Complimentary parking is available on-site at The Avanti Houses.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The Avanti Houses is located in the West Washington neighborhood of South Bend, near attractions such as The History Museum, Morris Performing Arts Center, and Kennedy Park. Shopping options include University Park Mall and Heritage Square Shopping, while the South Bend Chocolate Factory and Potawatomi Zoo are also nearby.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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Check-in time starts at15:00Check-out time ends at12:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
There is no front desk at this property. Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property;
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