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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 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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

About the area

St. Paul

Located in Highland, a neighbourhood in St. Paul, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Grand Casino Arena and Target 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. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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What's nearby

  • Minnehaha Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fort Snelling State Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Highland National Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Minnehaha Falls - 6 min drive - 4.0 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

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dave's Hot Chicken - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks @ VA Hospital - ‬7 min drive

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 does it cost to stay at ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥?

As of 9 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥ on 6 May, 2026 start from S$263, 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 ♥ Your Private Retro Retreat - Unbeatable Location. Mega Mall, Airport, River ♥?

On-site 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 ♥?

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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 108 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

rachelle j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! Very clean and comfortable. Very nice location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alanna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, well supplied kitchen, clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent landing spot for a visit to Macalester!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely stay with the family. Lots of extra supplies like blankets, towels, soap, dishes etc. it had everything we would need. Host response immediately, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Schahrzad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean home, beautifully decorated, 2 blocks from the river, quiet neighborhood. Nice sunk bath, no dishwasher, great washer/dryer. Easy check in and check out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great properly. It was perfectly located for what we had planned. Very helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was amazing. We felt very welcomed and comfortable. The kids were able to spread our and not be criwded' after the car ride it was a food site to see. Lol. Will definitely refer and stat agian. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN B.

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

Retro retreat

Overall great property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Archival

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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

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.

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