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The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown

Family-friendly holiday home with kitchen, near Target Center

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Living area
A relaxing boho porch
Living area
Real wood fire for cooler days
Full of original Victorian charm

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Minneapolis, MN
  • Place, Minneapolis Institute of Art
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nicollet Mall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Minneapolis Convention Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪18 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

1 Queen Bed

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

About this property

The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown

* 5 bed / 4 bath mini-mansion - sleeps 10
* Speakeasy basement with bar, foosball, darts, card table, photo booth
* Walkable to many restaurants, bars and art galleries (Walkscore 94)
* 10 mins drive to Downtown
* Five bedrooms with five queen beds
* Four full bathrooms
* Full stocked kitchen and coffee bar
* Dining room seats 10
* Private yard with fire pit
* Five off-street parking spaces
* Fast Wi-fi and smart TV

The Blais is a modern Victorian mini-mansion with five luxurious bedrooms, and four modern bathrooms. Each room is decorated stylishly in a deep moody green color palette, accented with golds, blush and burnt oranges. The rooms are decorated with an eclectic mix of antique and modern furniture.

The main floor has a large dining room with ten person table perfect for entertaining. (Please note: The fireplace is for decoration only and cannot be used.)

The living room has a smart TV, desk area, and wood-burning fireplace.

Best of all, there's a Prohibition style speakeasy bar and games room in the basement. There's a bar, lounge, foosball table, card table, darts and photo booth.

There's also an outdoor area with ten person fire pit at the back of the property. And a cozy bohemian inspired porch at the front of the property.

PLEASE NOTE: 30+ night stays will incur additional fees for damage protection, and a rental agreement will need to be signed.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children count as the 10 person max.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number STR407671

About the area

Minneapolis

Powderhorn, a neighbourhood in Minneapolis, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River, while Target Center and Grand Casino Arena are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Nickelodeon Universe, or head to an event or a match at Target Field.
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What's nearby

  • Minneapolis Institute of Art - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Walker Art Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nicollet Mall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Minneapolis Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • U.S. Bank Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Nicollet Mall Station - 4 min drive
  • St. Paul - Minneapolis Station - 14 min drive
  • Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Luna & The Bear - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Spyhouse Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Quang Restaurant - ‬9 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 8 February 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blais: Speakeasy Basement, 5 Mins To Downtown on 9 February 2026 start from NZ$1,360.27, 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. Target Center and Target Field are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanne M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Molly T.

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

10/10 Excellent

MARK A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Labor Day weekend

Comfortable roomy house with great bedrooms and nice kitchen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Michele W.

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

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

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

2/10 Terrible

Anne S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Enoch N.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bart S.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jo Hanson

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I'm a British ex-pat living in Minnesota, and love creating warm, welcoming spaces for travelers to relax and reconnect. As a designer and host, I enjoy blending comfort with style to make each stay feel special. I love sharing the best of the Minnesota with guests—whether it's recommending local spots or offering a cozy retreat after a day of exploring. Hosting gives me the chance to connect with wonderful people and help make their time in Minnesota memorable.

Why they chose this property

The Blais is a 120 year old beautiful home with many original features, steps away from bars and restaurants. It has been renovated with rich colors and modern furniture, interspersed with antiques. It's the perfect place to gather with friends and family.

What makes this property unique

The Blais is steps away from many great bars and restaurants, however if you prefer to stay in, there's a speakeasy in the basement complete with bar, vintage glassware and games.

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