Inn Town Bed and Breakfast at the Spencer House

1651 E. Commercial Ave.
Lowell Indiana 46356-2108
USA

http://www.inntownbedandbreakfast.com

Phone: +1-219-696-3338
Fax: +1-219-696-3338
Cellular: +1-219-775-1944

General Information

The finest in Hoosier Hospitality awaits you at our inn including a gourmet breakfast fit for royalty. Relax on the balcony and let the world pass by – smoking permitted on balcony.

Romantic Inn located just 5 miles west of I-65 in historic Lowell, within walking distance of seventeen restaurants and over two hundred eateries thirty minutes by car, Historic treasures in Lowell are waiting for travelers to discover. Browse in retail shops for antiques and collectables. The time is yours to enjoy - the comfort is ours to provide! Let us pamper you in the leisure time of your next getaway

A “can’t miss” stop in Rand McNally’s new Midwest Getaway Guide, A Norman Rockwell Kind of Place (pp 88-89) - highlighted as Best of the Midwest!

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 2 guest accommodations (2 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 110.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 95.00 and $ 110.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 10.00 and $ 15.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Fridge
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Microwave
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • VCR
  • Videos
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Secretarial services
  • Telephone
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wet bar

Other Amenities: Over 300 videos free for viewing., We provide fruit, popcorn, cookies, coffee, tea

Meals

  • A gourmet breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: convenience of guest
  • Breakfast is served in the (on) Balcony, Breakfast/dining area
  • Lunch is available for $optional
  • Dinner is available for $optional
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Fruit, popcorn, cookies, nuts in room., Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: additional guests, extra charge, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Stuffed French Toast Logs
    Delicate French Toast logs filled with strawberry and cream cheese, dusted with cinnamon/sugar and topped with chocolate/strawberry sauce

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Smoking permitted on the balcony, front porch and patios)
  • Guest pets are welcome (well-behaved pets allowed)
  • Children are welcome (no special accomodation provided)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Non-alcoholic bev. provided - ice free upon request)
  • Deposit amount required (Guaranteed reservation with credit card)
  • Check in time is 4:00 p.m. and Check out time is 11:00 a.m.
  • Cancellations:
    Refundable up to 10 days prior
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Indiana Bed and Breakfast Association
    • Lake County Convention & Visitors Bureau
    • Lowell Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Business travel
  • Family Travel
  • Gay / Lesbian Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Prairie Farm house
  • Built in 1800
  • Opened for business in 2003
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1995
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available (Off street parking in parking lot or in driveway)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Small town
  • Nearest major city: Merrillville, IN (19 miles North)
  • Directions to property:
    From Interstate 65: Exit 240 from I 65 onto Indiana Route 2 - west 5.2 miles, (Route 2 is known as Commercial Avenue in Lowell, as well as 181st Ave.) From State Route 41: Exit State Route 41 at North Junction of State Route 2 East 3.5 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    From Chicago Midway (38 mi) or O’Hare (53 mi): enter Illinois Toll Road 294 south/east to 80, follow 80 East to Route 41 South (Indianapolis Blvd.) 19.8 miles, turn East on State Route #2, our Inn is 3 ½ miles on your left (south). The quickest Route - From Chicago Midway or O’Hare: enter Illinois Toll Road 294 south/east to 80, 80 East to I 65 South Indianapolis, Exit 240 State route 2 Lowell/Hebron, West on State Route 2 five miles, our Inn is on your right (south).

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Kathy & Tom Spencer
    Kathy enjoys gourmet cooking, entertaining, playing bridge, desktop publishing, community organizations, discussion group, gardening, and writing poetry. Tom enjoys much of the same plus writing poetry daily and has two poetry books published.
  • The innkeepers speak: English

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Conway Observatory Public Viewing, Fair Oaks Dairy Farm, Deep River Water Park, Buckly Living Farm, Albanese Candy Factory, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Swimming, Video Arcade