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MINNeSTAY* Lyndale Church Lodge

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Massive breathtaking entertainment spaces. You've never seen anything like this!
Beautiful kitchen stocked and ready for the chef in your group
Lower level bathroom with heated floor!
The baby grand is tuned and ready
The most unique stay you'll ever have!

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

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Minneapolis, MN
  • Minneapolis Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • U.S. Bank Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Target Field
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 - King

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - 2 Queens

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 - 1 King

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Main Level

Bathroom 3 - Lower Level

Bedroom 2 - Lower Level

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

MINNeSTAY* Lyndale Church Lodge

Lyndale Church Lodge

Welcome to the mystical, beautiful and historic Lyndale Church Lodge. Are you looking for the most unique place to stay or host a dinner? Lyndale Church Lodge is the place! This incredibly unique property is a restored deconsecrated church dating back to 1886. This 4,000 sq. ft. property is certain to leave your jaw on the floor!

Upon entering you will be blessed with a perfect mix of modern and historical features. The main chapel is sure to inspire awe as it has been restored to its previous grandeur with comfortable furnishings and modern touches. The main level sanctuary is a wide-open space that provides a one-of-a-kind experience. A massive 86” television projecting over the original repurposed alter to enjoy game day, a movie, or use it as an oversized monitor for a presentation! Here you’ll also find a magnificent 10 ft snooker pool table. It’s a rare and unique table that will test your billiard skills on what will be the most challenging game you’ve ever played! The church is set up with high-speed internet to make your stay complete.

One of our favorite features here cannot be seen, only heard! The church has a Sonos sound system for your group to enjoy the magical acoustics only found within a church. If you prefer some quiet time, you’ll be happy to see a lovely library area with comfy seating complete with 12’ shelving, stocked full of books, covering every subject you can think of. A marble chess table with throne style seating will draw you in for hours of strategy. “Lastly,” you can enjoy “supper” at our magnificent 12 ft. round dining table which conveniently seats 13. You can reenact DaVinci’s Last Supper.

The spacious lower level provides additional room to spread out and relax. Here you’ll find a gorgeously updated kitchen complete with custom cabinets and professional grade appliances, a dining area with a farmhouse table that seats 10 and a cozy living area with the original (updated) fireplace.

Off of the lower living area are three bedrooms. Two are king bedrooms and the other with two queen beds. All bedrooms are complete with high-end furniture and mattresses to make your stay comfortable. There’s a full bathroom both upstairs and downstairs with an additional powder room in the lower level. The lower ¾ bathroom has in-floor heating for those cold days.

The Lyndale Church Lodge is a unique single family home to be enjoyed by families, work groups. Book now for the most unique stay ever!

There isn’t another property like this so centrally located just off lake street and close to everything the Twin Cities offers. If you want to stay somewhere unique unlike anything you’ve stayed in before then the Lyndale Church Lodge should be part of your next vacation, holiday, wedding or work weekend.

Uptown less than 1 mile away
Convention Center 1.9 miles
Walker Art Center 2 miles
Basilica of St Mary 2.2 miles
Target Field 3.2 miles
US Bank Stadium 3.5 miles
Mall of America 8.9 miles

*HOUSE RULES*
• All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required.
• All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a photo of yourself holding your ID to verify your identity, to be emailed or texted to our reservations department prior to check-in. No exceptions. (Please be aware that we do not have staff available to meet guests in person on site for this purpose.)
• Bookings made within 7 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation.
• A Minnestay Rental Agreement must be signed prior to arrival. This will require that you provide us with your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking. More info can be found on the Minnestay website, under Guest Services - Rental Policies.
• No smoking inside of the home. This includes e-cigarette and vape.
• This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well.
• This home does allow events for up to 25 people with prior authorization. An event fee of $375 will be charged to all bookings where an event is being hosted.
• Dogs only allowed with “Pet Friendly” listings. Please provide prior notice to Minnestay team if you plan to bring your pet. Pet fee required (fee dependent on dog count, starting at $150).
• Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to resolve them as quickly as we are able.
• Consumable amenities provided by Minnestay are not refilled during stay.
• Quiet Hours: 10PM-7AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents on either side of this property.
• Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.

Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.

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Minnestay Guest Services
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Languages

English

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Amenities

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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number LIC403457

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Minneapolis

Powderhorn, a neighbourhood in Minneapolis, is home to this holiday home. Target Center and Xcel Energy Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Nickelodeon Universe and Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at U.S. Bank Stadium or Target Field. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Minneapolis, MN

What's nearby

  • Minneapolis Convention Center - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Orpheum Theatre - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Target Center - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Target Field - 8 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Lake Street - Midtown Station - 5 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 15 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Up-Down Minneapolis - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Lucé Uptown - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Primo - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MINNeSTAY* Lyndale Church Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at MINNeSTAY* Lyndale Church Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MINNeSTAY* Lyndale Church Lodge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MINNeSTAY* Lyndale Church Lodge located?

Located in Powderhorn, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Chain of Lakes and within 3 miles (5 km) of U.S. Bank Stadium and Minneapolis Convention Center. Target Center and Target Field are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

kym E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The pictures dont tell the whole story.

I had high expectations for this property, but it turned out to be a major letdown. We originally booked to stay at the church, drawn by its historical charm and beautiful aesthetics. However, we were forced to relocate. First and foremost, the listing was incredibly misleading. Nowhere did it mention the steep, narrow stairs that lead to all essential rooms downstairs. If you're expecting a relaxing, accessible stay, think again. If we had known about this, we would have never booked here, as it was extremely difficult to navigate, especially with luggage. It’s baffling how the owner didn’t think to include a simple photo of these stairs in the listing. This critical oversight is deceptive and leaves guests feeling blindsided. Furthermore, the layout is absurd and completely impractical. The sacristy area has plenty of space, yet there is no elevator. It’s 2024, and basic accessibility should be standard. This property isn’t suitable for elderly guests, families with young children, or anyone with mobility issues. In summary, if you’re looking for a stay that matches the description, look elsewhere. This property needs major updates and a more honest approach to its listing. Save your money and book a stay where the host actually cares about providing a comfortable, accessible experience. The only redeeming factor was the beautiful wood work and historical aspect but that’s not enough to make up for the multitude of issues we faced.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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

Unique, comfortable, cozy

I stayed at the church with two of my work colleagues for work we were doing in Minneapolis. To be honest I didn't know what to expect, it being a church, but I was pleasantly surprised. This ended up being one of the best choices we've made as far as lodging. The church is spacious and cozy at the same time. The drive into the city was barely more than 10 minutes. It has me thinking I'd like to come back and do some relaxing in the area just so I can stay at the church again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra H.

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

Just as photographed

Loved the beautiful home. The house had everything we needed and then more to celebrate my grandmothers 90th birthday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

charles m.

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

Surprise 50th birthday

My husband and I traveled from Alaska My son and wife from Maine Grandson from LA My sons high school buddy from Ohio It was my sons 50th birthday. He’s a lifelong Vikings fan. So we went to the game. The place was perfect for us. The place is amazing, the atmosphere perfect. The furnishings spectacular. Clean, spacious. The whole setting was great. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted Z.

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

Unigue and beautiful church lodging

We really appreciate the history and attention to detail. Comfy and cozy. King Author and his knights would love it..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey G.

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

Fun place to stay at!

Perfect place to stay for groups
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen B.

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

Fun, unique, and very large rental

We rented this spot because we did not want to leave the building for three days. We had 84 - 21 year olds and we all had something to do at all times. It is very well appointed with lots of little sitting areas. We cooked all of our meals and watched a lot of college football. Very nice place - exactly as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

roxanne

It was amazing the whole group enjoyed ourselves and the acoustics were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee T.

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

Perfect Place

I (we) absolutely LOVED this place. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Braeden F.

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

Awesome stay!

This was my first experience using VRBO and everything was extremely easy to navigate and the location was awesome. Parking on the street was plentiful, tons of space inside, and very clean and comfortable. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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