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

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Smart TV, foosball, books
Take advantage of a water park, a garden, and a playground at ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

♥ 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 amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: NO smoking or security deposit will be lost

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No Smoking. Security Deposit will not be returned if this simple rule is breached.
No Cats. Sorry. Dogs are OK. 1 Dog only.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: No Cats. Dogs - limit to 1 dog only.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking or security deposit will be lost

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 20180000862

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
St Paul, MN

What's nearby

  • Minnehaha Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Unci Makhá Dog Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fort Snelling State Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Minnehaha Falls - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • John H Stevens House Museum - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dave's Hot Chicken - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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 ♥?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly St. Paul vacation 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 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Wonderful stay!

This house was perfect for our trip to the twin cities. We had an amazing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Tania R.

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

Absolutely perfect

The house in Highland was perfect. Everything extremely clean, uncluttered, and well decorated. Close to Highland Park, within walking distance. Quiet neighborhood. Owners very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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

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

maria s.

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

Cozy home by the river

Great location. I quiet area while being close to restaurants, grocery store, and shopping. Quick access to the river road which is great for biking, running, or walking. House is cozy and well supplied with amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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

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

Andrew M.

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

Stayed here several times over the last year.

Repeated reservations confirm satisfaction.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel B.

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

Best stay ever

Best stay ever!! Whenever we are in Minnesota we are staying here everything. Clean place wonderful host. This is the place to be just like 🏡 home!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

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

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

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

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

Emily R.

Great house in lovely neighborhood

We had such a great stay here! Really comfortable, lots to do nearby. Loved that the Keurig came fully stocked! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

Wonderful!

Great location! Home was clean and beautiful. As a large family we enjoyed our time in this lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

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

Jon S.

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

Weekend getaway

We enjoyed our stay in the house! The location was convenient and the neighborhood was very nice. Checking in was easy and the owners communicated well with me. It was clean and comfortable and so much more relaxing than staying in a hotel. We would stay here again when visiting the twin cities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn F.

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

Surgery stay

We stayed here for a week following my child having surgery. The stay was wonderful. Very safe and friendly neighborhood. Hosts followed up shortly after we messaged them every time. Our only complaints is the dryer didn't work and there was quiet a bit of dog hair in the towels. Otherwise we LOVED staying here and would absolutely stay again! Our kids (3.5 & 6mo, and our friend 3yo) absolutely loved the hose and the games. We even ran around the beautiful yard! Great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

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

Michael C.

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

Quiet,clean,retro retreat!

This house was perfect for our family of 4. The house was spotless and updated. It was easy to find all the amenities within the home. The location is walking distance from River paths. The neighborhood is quiet and friendly. The hosts were easy to communicate with. We felt at home and were very comfortable there. Would rent there again in a heartbeat when we travel back up to Minneapolis!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

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

Retro Recommend!

Wonderful hosts and a fantastic location! Kitchen was well stocked, and the beds were comfy. Plenty of room for a nice family getaway. Highly recommend! Thank you, Leo and Lena!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

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

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