The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown

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A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a small attached structure.
A wooden staircase leading to an upper floor, a vase with dried plants on the floor, and a door with a light switch.
A two-story house with a green roof, a covered porch, and a brick chimney.
A dimly lit hallway with a neon sign reading "The Blais" above a bar area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Minneapolis Institute of Art

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Minneapolis, MN
  • Place, Minneapolis Institute of Art
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Minneapolis Convention Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Nicollet Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Minneapolis

Powderhorn, a neighbourhood in Minneapolis, is home to this holiday home. Target Center and The Armory are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Minnesota State Fairgrounds and Nickelodeon Universe. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at U.S. Bank Stadium or Target Field.
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Minneapolis, MN

What's nearby

  • Minneapolis Institute of Art - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Childrens Theatre Company - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Loring Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Minneapolis Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Nicollet Mall - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Nicollet Mall Station - 4 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 9 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Agra Culture - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spyhouse Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe & Nya's African Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Luna & The Bear - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown on 20 Nov 2026 start from £1,209, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown located?

This family-friendly Minneapolis holiday home is located in Powderhorn, within 1 mi (2 km) of Minneapolis Institute of Art and Minneapolis Convention Center. U.S. Bank Stadium and Target Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Great communication
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cool spot. Clean. 5 nice bedrooms. Great basement. Quick uber everywhere you need to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Blais was perfect! Very clean and the host was very responsive! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with spacious bedrooms and wonderful spaces to hang out with friends/family. Owners were easy to work with and very responsive. Gorgeous woodwork and furnishings
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home

This was the perfect place for our family to come together. We were in Minneapolis for a weddng and this was great gathering spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday family gathering

Great, cozy, large house. Perfect for a family gathering to celebrate the holidays.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property & location

The home was very comfortable, well decorated and stocked with necessities. The host was very accommodating and the check in/check out process was smooth. There was plenty of space for our large group to gather, and the outdoor space was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot To Gather With Friends

We had a great time at the house... it was spacious and clean and perfect for gathering with friends for a fun weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home

We had a great stay in The Blias. It is a beautiful home and has an amazing speak easy! Very walkable and has wonder restaurants and coffee shop close by. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Labor Day weekend

Comfortable roomy house with great bedrooms and nice kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2024
Thanks Mark. We hope to host you again some day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Blais

What an amazing find for you our bachelorette party group! Had plenty of beds. Kitchen was spacious and common areas were fantastic. We loved the speakeasy in the basement!!!! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House Great Location

Cool house. Super clean. Equipped with everything you need. Great location as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Conveniently located with easy access to restaurants and shops. Great space for a large group. The speak easy space in the basement is awesome. Much of the house has retained the authenticity of the period it was built in. Nice yard space as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks Michele! We’re happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big 10 tournament

Property was perfect for our stay. Host made everything very easy to get in and out. Thank you .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I'm writing this from the top level suite of the rental. This place is absolutely amazing! We are here with family and friends attending the Minnesota Yacht Club Festival of Music, which was killer. The decor of The Blais is perfect! We loved the speakeasy area. The photobooth was so much fun! The outdoor area was very nice. We walked to the local restaurants and bars. We will definitely find a reason to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Comfortable House

Jo was so very helpful as we needed a place at the last minute as the place we originally reserved was closed and shouldn't have been rented. This place fit our needs perfectly. There were 6 adults and one infant and plenty of room in the house to accomodate all of us. There was a high chair and some toddler dishes. The house is older but very clean. It is located by Eat Street which has lots of great food choices. It is easy access to the highways to get around Minnesota. The kitchen is well stocked and has a lrge refrigerator and new washer and dryer. It was a last minute reservation for us and we couldn't have been happier. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful house for our group!

We loved this house! There was so much room for our extended family to hang out, with a variety of spaces, games and activities. While the house is an older classic, the appliances and bathrooms are all very modern. We enjoyed the darts and foosball the game room, the porch on the front of the house, the comfortable living room, and loved hanging out in the "speakeasy" at night. The bedrooms were spacious and bright, and the beds were comfortable. (Note: there are four levels, with uncarpeted stairs among them so if you have toddlers or anyone with mobility issues keep that in mind.) We were able to walk to Lula and the Bear the first night, about a ½ mile away. We also used the kitchen for breakfasts and lunch and snacks (were there for a wedding so didn't get to explore any other restaurants.) The property manager was super-responsive. We would highly recommend this charming home to anyone looking for a great group getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Holiday Gathering House

Our family has grown beyond what our home can accomodate so over the holidays we rent properties for 4 adult kids and their spouses. It is hard to find accommodations this large with amenities to keep everyone entertained. This property did not disappoint. The spaces were great, easily accommodating a dozen for dinner, conversing in the living room or mixing drinks down in the speakeasy. There are 4 bathrooms which was a real plus with everyone getting ready in the morning or for dinner in the evening!! The house is old, so the floors squeak and the temperatures fluctuate floor to floor. However, the house has been renovated nicely preserving all the classic details and it appears they have more instore. The yard appears to be a work in progress, but we enjoyed an evening around the backyard firepit. The neighborhood has lots of great restaurants, vintage stores, and activities including GREAT museums. Another bonus is you are 10 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 10 minutes from the airport! We had a great time – a wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do not recommend: We had high hopes for this rental, but unfortunately, it was a major disappointment and we were unable to stay due to the unacceptable conditions. Upon arrival, we were immediately greeted by a neglected yard with dead flowers, part of the fence missing, and cobwebs covering the back entrance. There are no exterior photos of the home in the listing because it has not been well-maintained. Things only got worse inside.The home had a strong, unpleasant odor, especially in the basement, which reeked of mold and dampness. It was genuinely concerning from a health perspective. The first-floor bathroom had a foul smell that made it unusable. The porch was filthy, and a crack in the glass front door made us feel unsafe. Adding to that, the neighborhood felt dodgy and not at all what was advertised.There were also basic functionality issues: lamps were present but had no outlets nearby to plug them in, making them useless. Overall, the property felt poorly maintained and unsanitary — not remotely suitable for a comfortable or healthy stay.We decided not to spend a single night there, prioritizing our health and safety. Disappointingly, the owner refused to issue a full refund, only agreeing to refund a portion of our stay. For the condition this property was in, that was unacceptable.Save yourself the trouble and book elsewhere. This place should not be listed as a vacation rental until it undergoes serious cleaning, repairs, and honest representation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was really cool. We loved the speak-easy feel and the basement where we played games. There was lots of space to hang out, and the air conditioners in each of the rooms made up for no central cooling. There were plenty of things nearby for us to see. Everything was tidy, and while the house was older, nothing seemed to be catastrophically wrong. Would recommend this property to future patrons.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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