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Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

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Saint Paul, MN

Place, Macalester College
‪2 min walk‬
Place, University of St. Thomas
‪18 min walk‬
Place, Allianz Field
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bunk Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown

Chic Artsy Studio Retreat – Sunlit Top-Floor Hideaway

Private Loft | Walk to Grand Ave | Fireplace I Sleeps 5

Top Features of the Space:

• Private top-floor studio with full-floor privacy
• Steps to Grand Avenue cafés, dining & boutiques
• Sunlit space with skylights & large windows by bunk beds
• Cozy fireplace + curated artsy design
• Sleeps up to 5 guests comfortably
• Thoughtfully designed for comfort, creativity & relaxation

Tucked away on the top floor of a charming duplex, this light-filled studio offers a peaceful, design-forward retreat in one of St. Paul’s most walkable neighborhoods. With warm textures, natural light, and artistic touches throughout, the space feels both cozy and inviting.

Perfect for couples, creatives, or small groups, this studio is less about square footage and more about experience—where mornings begin with soft light through skylights and evenings wind down by the fireplace.

Sleeping & Layout

• Queen bed
• Sofa bed
• Cozy bunk beds (private little nook)
• Open-concept layout (~750 sq ft)

Comfort & Living

• Fireplace for a warm, relaxing atmosphere
• Skylights + large windows for abundant natural light
• Window AC units for seasonal comfort
• Quiet setting with backyard views

Kitchenette & Essentials

• Mini fridge, microwave & toaster
• Coffee & tea setup
• Smart TV + fast Wi-Fi
• Small work nook for remote work or journaling

Access Note

Located on the third floor and accessed by stairs (final flight is moderately steep), adding to the private, tucked-away feel of the space.

Location Highlights

• Walk to Grand Ave restaurants, cafés & shops
• Steps to Macalester College
• Easy access to parks and local attractions

Enhance Your Stay

As a private chef, I offer optional in-home culinary experiences designed for a relaxed, memorable evening.

• Silk Road–inspired grazing board + wine pairing (2–4 guests): $135

Full culinary experience + wine pairing (up to 6 guests): $125 per person

Good Fit For

• Couples & weekend getaways
• Small groups of friends
• Creative or work-from-home

For larger group stays and wellness retreats, please see our Lake Home retreat at https://www.vrbo.com/3298426?dateless=true

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please be respectful of noise levels as this is a quiet neighborhood and you have tenants living down. quiet hours are 10 pm to 9 am.

Please make sure only toilet paper goes in the toilet (no female hygienic products should be flushed) to avoid damages.

Please make sure pets are properly taken care of. Having the pet on the bed and couch will entail an extra $50 cleaning fee

Important information

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Property Registration Number ...

Property # 2600257vb

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 and a deadlock

About the area

St. Paul

Located in Macalester - Groveland, a neighbourhood in St. Paul, this apartment is near a water park. Grand Casino Arena and Target Center 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

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What's nearby

Macalester College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
University of St. Thomas - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Allianz Field - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Concordia University-St. Paul - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
Mall of America - 15 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

Snelling Avenue Station - 3 min drive
St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 7 min drive
Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Davanni's Pizza & Hot Hoagies - ‬3 min drive
‪Tono Pizzeria + Cheesesteaks - ‬5 min walk
‪Pauly’s - ‬19 min walk
‪Dunn Bros Coffee - ‬13 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown?

As of 18 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown on 27 May, 2026 start from S$345, 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 Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown located?

Located in Macalester - Groveland, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Macalester College and University of St. Thomas. Mississippi River and Allianz Field are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

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

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

The apartment is exactly as described with extra thoughtful gifts. My favorite part of the layout is the skylights. There were night storms during my stay and the lightning show was beautiful. The yard has flowers and food gardens. I had a wonderful dinner prepared by Rupinder complete with a thoughtful conversation. The neighborhood is easy to navigate and comfortable to explore. Loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dalton L.

3 Sept, 2024

14 Aug, 2023

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

Gorgeous Neighborhood

Amazing! In one word. This was probably the best situation for us. Looked small in pictures but lots of space and room. Also very cozy lots of thoughtful amenities and beautiful art! We will be back. We love it and we love St Paul!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

20 Jun, 2024

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

Good place

Very comfortable place and nice to have the generous treats, food and beverage available. One suggestion: the listing should mention the stairs which were fine for me but challenging for others of my age and older. Thanks, Rupinder! Jim

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2024

Hi Jim - we do mention the stairs .. three rungs with the exact number of steps in the listing! thank you for being a lovely guest

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

17 Dec, 2023

Liked: Amenities

We enjoyed our stay here. The home is older and full of charm, so if you’re looking for something more modern, this might not be the right fit. For us, it was perfect. Rupinder’s communication was very good. We were able to check in early because of our morning flight, and were greeted with some chocolate. We had everything we needed, including a very comfortable bed with great pillows and linens! We will definitely try to stay here when visiting the Twin Cities in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika K.

13 Sept, 2024

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

Cozy retreat in wonderful neighborhood

You can’t beat this house for its proximity to public transportation, Macalester College and charming neighborhoods! My only caveat is that this 3rd floor space has very narrow stairs with a tight turn on the 2nd floor landing. Folks with bulky hard luggage might find it awkward to maneuver those stairs.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

2 Jul, 2025

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

Comfortable, great location, responsive host

Rupinda's apartment was a great location for me, cool in the hot weather, and plenty of space. He was friendly and responded quickly when I needed a new lightbulb, an iron, then an ironing board. The not-so-good: Quaint--unit and old house need some work. Not a lot of natural light. Bathroom is small, needs work. Many outlets but most are so old that plugs don't fit. But it was fine for my needs. Thank you, Rupinda!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2025

Hi Sarah - yes it’s an old home and one can find a project here every weekend for next 10 years:) that’s said you mentioned the outlets in the studio space which have been all recently installed new for the two windownAC units, fridge and appliances. These are all new. there are some old ones left for basic lighting (lamps). The bathroom is small (it’s a studio space) and has been completely renovated. I hope that clarifies the not so good part. We loved your energy and stay here. Thanks Rupinder

Verified

6/10 Okay

Chris P.

31 Dec, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fair

The property could use a little improvement. I expected more for the money. The reviews made it attractive so we gave it a try. The bathroom was small, and due to the design I had to lean over to use the toilet.There was a coffee pot full of mold. I contacted the property manager who apologized and took care of it. Not what I anticipated

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025

Hi Chris - sorry you had a experience which didn’t fit your expectations. We are sorry about the coffee pot being overlooked and when you informed us, it was taken care of. I offered to take all of you out to Roots roasting as a way of making up the overlook on part of the cleaners. It’s a studio space and the design is quant in lines with it being an older home. You did say this was your first time with VRBo type rental and I apologize on behalf of all hosts who try to give a superlative experience that your first impression of short term rental was not up to mark. The studio space is not priced high by any means. Thanks

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

27 Jul, 2022

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

Visiting Family

A very comfortable apartment in a great location close to restaurants and our family. We appreciated the coffee and cream, the air conditioning and space for us to spread out.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rupinder Singh

An avid chef passionate about creating memorable culinary experiences, and someone who enjoys the energy and rhythm of Latin dancing.

Why they chose this property

Its a cute space, I love St Paul and its co-ops / farmers market and the small city feel.

What makes this property unique

We are steps away from Macalester college. Your host is a local chef who delights in creating memorable culinary experiences with guests

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

Bunk Bedroom

Living room

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Quaint Studio Space, right next to Macalester College, 5 miles uptown/downtown

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Have a question?

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the area

St. Paul

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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Margie G.

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Amanda T.

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Tracey M.

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Carriellen B.

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Sarai M.

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Saquib L.

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Amber M.

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Barb H.

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Jesse L.

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Marti W.

Quaint, good for short term stay

Marti W.

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Terri B.

Great location

Terri B.

10/10 Excellent

Monique S.

Scottish Fair