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The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!

Apartment in Hastings with kitchen and fireplace

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Living area
Room
Private kitchen
This large desk is in a room designated as the office only to allow for a quiet workspace. A printer is provided with a USB hook-up cable and paper provided.  Built-in shelving offers storage space for your projects.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Pioneer Park
  • Place, Hastings College
  • Place, Jacob Fisher Rainbow Fountain
  • Airport, Grand Island, NE (GRI-Central Nebraska Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!

QUICK HIGHLIGHTS
• Extended stays welcome (2–90 days)
• Reasonably priced plus 20% off for 30-90 day stays
• Sleeps up to 6 (King, Queen, 2 Futons)
• Private entrance & driveway (free parking onsite)
• Fully equipped kitchen + appliances, stocked coffee bar
• Dedicated office with Printer & Wi-Fi
• In-unit washer & dryer (perfect for long stays)
• Pet-friendly with permission (extras provided + small fee)
• Quiet street with green spaces, walkable to downtown
• White noise machines in both bedrooms

THE SPACE
Welcome to The Spacious Surprise, your home away from home in Hastings. Located just two blocks from the hospital, across from St. Cecilia, and within walking distance of downtown, this quiet, centrally located retreat is ideal for extended stays, traveling professionals, and families settling in for great stays from 2-90 days.

Though set in a basement apartment, guests enjoy a private entrance, private driveway, and large windows that make the space bright and inviting. With sleeping space for up to six (king, queen, futon, and fold-out sleeper), plus a walk-in closet that doubles as a flexible bonus room, the apartment adapts easily for longer-term comfort.

The fully equipped kitchen includes all major appliances and cookware, making it easy to prepare meals at home. You’ll also have a washer and dryer, reliable Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace/office, ensuring your stay is both comfortable and practical.

Why Long-Term Guests Love It:
• Private & quiet neighborhood, ideal for rest and focus
• Tastefully decorated, spacious cozy living areas that feel like home
• Full kitchen + laundry for convenience
• Flexible sleeping spaces for families or visiting guests
• Reasonably priced to reflect basement-level location
• White noise machines provided for added comfort

Pet-Friendly Stay
We welcome up to two dogs (with a $15 per pet, per day fee (less for stays over one week) and provide thoughtful extras: a large crate, dog bed, blankets for furniture, bowls, and waste bags.

Guest Access
You’ll have access to the private driveway, patio/yard space outside the main unit’s fence, and the entire apartment. Free parking is available onsite and on the street.

Extended Stay Policy
We host stays from 2 to 90 days. For visits longer than two weeks, guests are asked to schedule and cover a professional cleaning every two weeks ($95). This helps us keep the apartment fresh and comfortable for the duration of your stay.

Things to Note
• Basement unit: occasional sounds/footsteps may be heard from upstairs. White noise machines provided.
• Shower only (no bathtub).
• Must be able to walk down stairs to access the apartment.
• Driveway has minor cracks (does not affect use).
• Not a party property. Quiet Hours 10 pm-8 am.
• No smoking allowed inside the property.

We’re available via messaging anytime and happy to provide local tips, dining recommendations, and support during your stay. Settle in, stay a while, and enjoy the comfort, convenience, and value of The Spacious Surprise.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please empty and rinse ashtray from outside smoking area if you used it.
On Wednesdays, please take outdoor trashcan around the corner and leave next to the other trashcan next to the alley by the double garage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Quiet hours 10 pm to 8 am daily. This apartment is under another unit which necessitates quiet hours. if no one is upstairs, quiet hours don't apply.
You may need to get the outdoor trashcan from by the alley around the corner by the double garage if if's not by your entrance. Put back on Wed. night
Pets on a case by case basis. Please contact us prior to booking if you have pets.10% of booking fee required. Please crate pets when unsupervised.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit

About the area

Hastings

Hastings is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at DLD State Recreation Area and East Side Park and Mural, while Scott Studio Theatre and Hastings Museum of Natural and Cultural History are cultural highlights.
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Hastings, NE

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hastings College - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jacob Fisher Rainbow Fountain - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hastings Museum of Natural and Cultural History - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Aquacourt - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Hastings Station - 6 min walk
  • Grand Island, NE (GRI-Central Nebraska Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Russ's Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪carbbean - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly! located?

Situated in Hastings, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Hastings Public Library, East Side Park and Mural and Dutton-Lainson Plaza. Pioneer Park and Mary Lanning Healthcare are also within 10 minutes. Hastings Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well Kept, Clean, homey, Private.... With people living and walking around upstairs, the "white noise" machine worked wonders while trying to sleep.One negative, Being in the basement is already the coolest portion of the home, but when the residents upstairs like their rooms cool, it sure makes the basement that much colder. Nothing a good wrap around blanket can't fix.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Stephanie Bignell

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Growing up between southwestern and northeastern Nebraska, I raised my children in Hastings. I now enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Summit outside the windows of our acreage in Tekamah, Nebraska. We have assembled a great team in Hastings to help us give great service to our guests. My interests include being an aspiring singer-songwriter for my toddler granddaughter and learning interior design and construction skills after retiring from a 27-year career in mental health. I have 13 grandchildren. I travel frequently, help with the babies and enjoy our recently built beach house in Bolivar Peninsula, Texas.

Why they chose this property

My family lived in this home until I relocated to Tekamah six years ago. I loved how walkable it was and the spaciousness of the home. I could walk to the grocery store, the Catholic high school, Mary Lanning Hospital, and downtown within minutes. The location is in a quiet area with a private driveway and ample parking on the street.

What makes this property unique

In my opinion there is no better deal in Hastings for clean, updated, comfortable and attractive lodging! This centrally located well-stocked space feels like a main floor unit due to its large egress windows and spacious rooms. When you walk downstairs into the apartment it is easy to see why it's named The Spacious Surprise! Large bedrooms with big closets, an extra sleeping space adjacent to the second bedroom, and a roomy front room, bathroom and kitchen all add to the airy comfortable experience you have when staying here.

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