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♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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St Paul, MN
  • Minnehaha Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • University of St. Thomas
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mall of America
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room

2 Double Futons

Master BR

1 King Bed

Second BR

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Third BR

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥

Location, location, location!!!!!! You’ll love our place. It is close to Mall of America Airport, Light Rail, and both downtowns of St Paul and Minneapolis. Sleeps 8. In Highland Park - a landmark Neighborhood, this completely remodeled three-bedroom single-family home is a Peace of Mind you were looking for. You will enjoy it's retro style, the outdoors space and the ambiance.

1951 built one-level rambler home in one of the best Twin Cities neighborhoods.
This one-level home retains its original mid-century charm with modern touches and tasteful furnishing in Retro style. Everything was renovated throughout.
Tiled and coretec floors, stainless steel kitchen appliances and granite countertops. Enjoy complimentary Coureg TM on the patio of this Bird's nest. Wireless connection, fresh linens, fresh towels, shampoo/conditioner, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, washer/dryer, fully functioning and stacked kitchen and liquid soap always available and provided.

This house offers the flexibility of hosting larger groups of up to 8 travelers by utilizing a comfortable two futon queen beds in the living room and a trundle bed in the 3rd Bedroom. Bedroom 1 – King Bed Bedroom 2 – Queen Bed Bedroom 3 – Full Bed with trundle. This home is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families with kids, groups and furry friends (dogs). Secluded with a private quiet backyard. In close proximity to award-winning restaurants, attractions and shopping. Take a stroll on a beautiful Mississippi boulevard (three houses away) and enjoy the best Twin Cities can offer. Enjoy full unit, walkout patio and backyard access. Steps away from the bus stop and a short drive to Light Rail. This home will make you not want to leave.

Neighborhood overview:
Highland Park is one of the best Neighborhoods in the Twin Cities. It's positioned right in the middle of the Metro Area. Surrounded by awesome restaurants, Mississippi River parks and trails. Close to bus and light rail.
Here are some distances to popular destinations:
Mall of America is 7 miles away (12 minutes drive),
MSP Airport is 4 miles away (10 minutes drive),
University of Minnesota, St Thomas University, St Catherine, Macalester, Hemline University and other colleges are 15-20 minutes away.
US Bank Stadium – Vikings is 7 mi away (17 min drive),
TCF Bank Stadium – UofM Football is 6.5 mi (20 min drive),
Xcell Energy – Wild NHL is 6 miles away (15 min drive),
Target Center - NBA Timber-wolves, Target Field – Twins Baseball are 11 miles away (25 minutes drive),
VA Hospital is 3 miles away (10 min drive)

Property manager

Leo & Lena
Premier Host

Languages

English, Russian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
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 1 total)
No Cats. Dogs - limit to 1 dog only.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking or security deposit will be lost
No Smoking. Security Deposit will not be returned if this simple rule is breached.
No Cats. Sorry. Dogs are OK. 1 Dog only.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 20180000862

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Paul

Located in Highland, a neighbourhood in St. Paul, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Xcel Energy Center and Target Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Nickelodeon Universe and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Travelling with kids? Make time for Minnesota State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at U.S. Bank Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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St Paul, MN

What's nearby

  • Minnehaha Park - 2 min drive - 0.8 km
  • University of St. Thomas - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Nickelodeon Universe - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Mall of America - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Fort Snelling Station - 5 min drive
  • Saint Paul Union Depot - 11 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sea Salt Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥ pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥ located?

This family-friendly St. Paul holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Mississippi River and Minnehaha Falls. University of St. Thomas and Macalester College are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 93 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Herbert D.

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

Great Location

Was a very convenient location for exploring the Minneapolis area plus our child’s competition in Champlin. Location had all the needed amenities for a weekend trip. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie J.

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

Cozy and quiet

House was very clean and neat. Great location in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Comfortable and Cozy

This property is conveniently located within a quiet neighborhood. It is clean and has everything you need for a stay away from home. The owners are very responsive and great to work with. It’s a great option for a stay in the Cities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KELSEY I.

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

Great rental for family weekend getaway

We enjoyed our stay and had no issues. Check in and out was simple, house had everything needed and was a great location to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrick m.

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

Mn vacation

We enjoyed this cozy house. We had zero issues with check in/out and use of the home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berit A.

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

Great house and neighborhood

My husband and I very much enjoyed our stay at this house. It is zero entry which is important at our age. Good beds, AC and tv. The neighborhood is SUPER quiet and it's a block from the river so easy walking and/or biking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tim S.

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

Satisfactory

The master bedroom had ample room with closet, dresser and king bed. Other two bedrooms lacked space for luggage. Bathroom was extremely small. Because of reviews, we expected to be closer to walking paths in parks and along the river. The yard and landscape needs work compared to the neighborhood. The back yard was not inviting. The inside design and coloring was nice. The owners were extremely helpful and always friendly and available. The supplies and equipment were adequate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN B.

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

Retro retreat

Overall great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice place to stay. I would rent it again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keitha S.

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

Great Location & Great Communication

The property's location was perfectly situated for us to get just about anywhere we needed with ease. The hosts were extremely communicative. The house was stocked with all of the items you could possibly need for your stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Family trip to MN

This is our second time staying at this property. It is perfect for our family of 5. House is clean, comfortable, has everything we need and is situated in a great area. The owners are responsive and helpful. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to stay in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

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

Quick Stay In Highland Park

Perfect location in St. Paul! Easy check-in and host was readily available. House was clean and kitchen and bathroom were fully stocked. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiernan O.

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

Great family place

This house was wonderful for our family of four. Plenty of parking, and the layout of the house was very functional. The house was very clean and plenty of space to unpack (which isn’t always the case)! Very quiet, walkable neighborhood. The location is within walking distance of the river which makes for great outings. We would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

St. Paul adventures

What a great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Great location!

Perfect location - close to Highland Park shopping/restaurants and the Mississippi River Blvd. The house was super clean and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great place in great location

We traveled to St Paul for a college football game at Minnesota. Place was nicely located in a nice neighborhood only a couple of blocks from a pathway along the Mississippi. Paved trail has wonderful views. Beds were comfortable and the house was well-equipped. We comfortably had six of us there to enjoy a carry out dinner and hanging out after. Ample and easy parking. Would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Quaint retro home super close to a beautiful walking trial, park and nice neighborhood.

This little retro home was perfect for our needs. It was close to a beautiful park where we walked our dog, close to several universities and so easy to get to. It was ideal for us as we were there to move our child into college! Just wait we needed. The owners were amazing communicators and we felt well taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

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

Another great stay!

This is our favorite place to stay when we visit the Twin Cities and we had a wonderful repeat stay. It was super clean, as always. Comfy beds. We love this quiet neighborhood near the river and its proximity to anywhere we want to go. Thank you, Leo!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Close to mall and airport

Great stay for ladies who like to shop. Nice neighborhood and close to both the mall and airport. Very clean. Met expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bertina M.

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

Convenient Location

This was a really nice property in a quiet neighborhood. It is close to Mall of America and the stadiums downtown Minneapolis. It was easy to get around with lots to do in the area. It is really close to the airport as well. It was truly a home away from home. I definately would stay again. All the comforts of home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie E.

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

Excellent home away from home

This is a beautiful ranch style home, retro and fun, bright, clean, with everything you need, and in a beautiful location. If you’re coming to Minneapolis as tourists, it’s very close to so many fun things to do and see: Mall of America, Como Park, downtown, Great Wolf Lodge water park, etc. Just minutes from the airport. Hosts are wonderful and quick to answer any questions. If we return to Minneapolis, we will definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg V.

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

Awesome as usual

This was the second year we’ve stayed here while visiting family and friends in the Twin Cities. The home is clean and has everything we needed to make for a wonderful experience. The owners are very responsive and a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Great getaway spot

We absolutely loved our stay! Everything was amazing. The neighborhood makes you feel like you aren’t even in the cities but you have all the perks/amenities of big city life. The house was clean and well stocked with everything we could need. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in the area. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn B., Verona, WI USA

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

Convenient and Comfortable

We loved staying here. Access was super easy and the location was very convenient to the airport, Mall of America, groceries and take out. The bunnies in the front yard were super cute and the birds singing and chirping in the morning were thoroughly enjoyable. There were 6 of us and everyone had a comfortable place to sleep. Thank you for opening your home to us. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

DJ L.

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

Great Spot

The location and neighborhood are great. The house is nice, updated, and clean. The check in/out was extremely simple.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Leo & Lena

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Hi There. Our Story is simple and boring.
We both were born is Russia. When we were teenagers Leo's family emigrated to Israel and Lena's family moved to US. They've met in Israel right after Leo has finished the Army service. Two weeks later Leo proposed and 25 yr later - 3 kids, 3 dogs, 1 cat, jobs that they like (Leo is Realtor and Lena is Occupational Therapist ) . Everything in life is about trust and we sincerely appreciate your willingness to trust us with your trip to Twin Cities. We never cut any corners and we never compromise the quality. We'll do our best !!!!!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location!!!!!! You’ll love our place. It is close to Mall of America Airport, Light Rail and both down towns of St Paul and Minneapolis. Sleeps 10. In Highland Park - landmark Neighborhood, this completely remodeled three bedroom single family home is a Peace of Mind you were looking for. You will enjoy it's retro style, the outdoors space and ambiance.

Languages:

English, Russian

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