The Cottage an urban retreat.

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61951 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis Convention Center7 min drive
U.S. Bank Stadium7 min drive
Mall of America9 min drive
Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud)19 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

It's a 1945 split house with three bedrooms. The attic bedroom is large carpeted heated/cooled it has a king bed with a love seat very comfortable, and serene. In the main floor you have two bedrooms with each has a queen bed.Next to the dining room you have a porch like room with a sleeper futon sofa unbelievably comfortable queen sized. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 2 sofa beds , plenty of room and comfort for 8 + people. Beautiful living space, and dining space. Dining table sits up to ten people. Two kitchen, two bathrooms. Upstairs kitchen electric, and the downstairs kitchen is gas.

It's a 1945 split house with three bedrooms. The attic bedroom is large carpeted heated/cooled it has a king bed with a love seat very comfortable, and serene. In the main floor you have two bedrooms with each has a queen bed.Next to the dining room you have a porch like room with a sleeper futon sofa unbelievably comfortable queen sized. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms 2 sofa beds , plenty of room and comfort for 8 + people. Beautiful living space, and dining space. Dining table sits up to ten people. Two kitchen, two bathrooms. Upstairs kitchen electric, and the downstairs kitchen is gas.

Property manager

Alex Ghebregzi

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Garden gates must remain closed. All linen should be taken to the laundry room.

Dishwasher should be emptied or loaded and started before you leave.

Please leave furniture the way they are. Please don't tamper with WIFI or the TV setting.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 RLIC128909

About the area

Minneapolis

This cottage is located in Nokomis, a neighbourhood in Minneapolis, and is near theme parks and on a lake. Orpheum Theatre and Target Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Nickelodeon Universe and Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Make time for Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, or head to an event or a match at U.S. Bank Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

Minneapolis, MN

What's nearby

Minneapolis Convention Center - 7 min drive
U.S. Bank Stadium - 7 min drive
Target Center - 8 min drive
Target Field - 9 min drive
Mall of America - 9 min drive

Getting around

38th Street Station - 6 min drive
St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 12 min drive
Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

Starbucks - 3 min drive
Tacos El Kevin - 17 min walk
Revival Smoked Meats - 13 min walk
Chelas - 17 min walk
Caribou Coffee - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage an urban retreat. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage an urban retreat.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage an urban retreat.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage an urban retreat. located?

This family-friendly Minneapolis cottage is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Parkway Theater and Chain of Lakes. Lake Nokomis and Lake Harriet are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cecile F.

9 March 2024

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

Excellent stay

Great place, convenient location to go to the city center.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sally J.

3 January 2024

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

A VRBo for Thanksgiving

This was a good and reasonable option for gathering our family from afar and staying near a son who lives in Minneapolis. The house offered everything we needed for a Thanksgiving stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

13 November 2023

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

Concert trip

Everything about the cottage was comfortable and inviting. We very much enjoyed our time together before and after the Billy Joel/ Stevie Nicks concert.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

30 October 2023

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

Amazing!

We had the best time! House was super cute and comfortable. Chickens are so much fun! Hugs to Belina! This will be my go to stay from now on when traveling to the Cities. Thank you so much for your hospitality!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

22 October 2023

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

Family Wedding Trip

Your home fit our needs, perfectly. The location was close to our family, restaurants and easy to get to. It was very roomy. Thank you for the use of your beautiful (both inside and out) home.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alex Ghebregzi

I am a lecturer/Teaching specialist at the University of Minnesota for the last 20+ years. I teach American Indian Philosophy, and Indians of Minnesota. I love to travel, and have traveled extensively around the world. I love to have friends over for cheese, and wine. I love garden parties, and gardening is my passion. I bought next door house so that I can have a bigger garden.

Why they chose this property

I love garden parties, and gardening is my passion. I bought next door house so that I can have a bigger garden I love garden parties, and gardening is my passion. I bought next door house so that I can have a bigger garden

What makes this property unique

It's a very comfortable house even though you are 12 minutes away from the city it has a country feel to it. Ideal for a family or a circle of friends.It's close to an amazing bakery "Turtle Bakery".I do sometimes do "WINE TASTING" with food pairing.