10/10 Excellent
Eric F.
3 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eric F.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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NEW! The Gopher House! Minutes to Campus & Downtown w/ Gym, Sauna, & Game Room
Family-friendly holiday home with fitness centre and sauna
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Minneapolis, MN
- Place, Mariucci Arena3 min drive
- Place, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities4 min drive
- Place, Huntington Bank Stadium4 min drive
- Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Double Beds
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
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
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
NEW! The Gopher House! Minutes to Campus & Downtown w/ Gym, Sauna, & Game Room
Minutes from the University of Minnesota, The Gopher House is your Minneapolis home base for connection, celebration, and comfort. With 3 floors, it’s perfect for game days, parents, family visits, or a friends weekend. Enjoy coffee in the dining nook, workouts in the private gym, a relaxing sauna, and evenings by the fire pit. Less than 1.5 miles from U of M stadiums, this property blends collegiate charm with modern convenience.
Free parking in the driveway + additional free street parking
Central Minneapolis location just off Hwy 35
Less than 1.5 miles to U of M stadiums
10 minutes to Downtown Minneapolis
15 miles to MSP Airport
For more photos & videos of the property, find us on instagram @TheGopherHouse
MAIN FLOOR
Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, utensils, and serving essentials
Coffee options: Keurig with K-Cups (limited provided) or full pot
Two dining areas seat a total of 15 guests
Living room with large Smart TV
Bar area + mirror
Dedicated office space with standing desk and monitor with HDMI cord
Powder bath
Laundry room with washer & dryer
UPSTAIRS
Primary Suite: King bed + sofa bed + ensuite bath with walk-in shower + Smart TV
Bedroom 2: Queen bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 3: King bed + Smart TV
Bathroom: Full bathroom with soaking tub + shower combo
BASEMENT
Living room with 65” Smart TV
Bedroom: 2 full beds (Step down into room)
Bathroom: Full bathroom with shower
NOTE: Low ceilings & please be cautious as there is a step down into the bedroom
GARAGE GYM
Rower, treadmill, stair stepper, and bike
Rogue squat rack, dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, yoga mats, yoga blocks, and additional free weights
Private infrared sauna
Mini split Heat & AC
GARAGE GAME ROOM
Pool table
Shuffleboard table
Arcade machines + Smart TV
Mini split Heat & AC
OUTDOOR SPACES
Front porch: Two cozy chairs for morning coffee
Back porch: Dining table for 10 for outdoor meals or cocktails
Backyard fire pit: Surrounded by Adirondack chairs and outdoor couches
Yard games: Cornhole + outdoor games
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Bedroom 1: King bed (Primary)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: Two full beds (Basement)
Main Floor Living Room: Queen Pull out sofa
Modular Sofa in basement
Sofa Bed in Primary bedroom
BATHROOMS
1 Ensuite with walk-in shower (Primary)
1 Full bath with soaking tub & shower (Upstairs)
1 Full bath with shower (Basement)
1 Powder bath (Main level)
Towels, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion included.
LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS
Dinkytown: 0.9 miles
Huntington Bank Stadium: 1.3 miles
Mariucci & Ridder Arenas: 1.5 miles
Williams Arena & Sports Pavilion: 1.3 miles
Siebert Field: 0.7 miles
Jane Sage Cowles Stadium: 1 mile
US Bank Stadium: 2.1 miles
Target Center & Target Field: 2.6 miles
Xcel Energy Center/Grand Casino Arena (St. Paul): 9 miles
Mall of America: 13.2 miles
MSP Airport: 15 miles
Self Check-In (Keyless Door Entry). Whole property access other than two owner's closets.
Free parking in the driveway + additional free street parking
Central Minneapolis location just off Hwy 35
Less than 1.5 miles to U of M stadiums
10 minutes to Downtown Minneapolis
15 miles to MSP Airport
For more photos & videos of the property, find us on instagram @TheGopherHouse
MAIN FLOOR
Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, utensils, and serving essentials
Coffee options: Keurig with K-Cups (limited provided) or full pot
Two dining areas seat a total of 15 guests
Living room with large Smart TV
Bar area + mirror
Dedicated office space with standing desk and monitor with HDMI cord
Powder bath
Laundry room with washer & dryer
UPSTAIRS
Primary Suite: King bed + sofa bed + ensuite bath with walk-in shower + Smart TV
Bedroom 2: Queen bed + Smart TV
Bedroom 3: King bed + Smart TV
Bathroom: Full bathroom with soaking tub + shower combo
BASEMENT
Living room with 65” Smart TV
Bedroom: 2 full beds (Step down into room)
Bathroom: Full bathroom with shower
NOTE: Low ceilings & please be cautious as there is a step down into the bedroom
GARAGE GYM
Rower, treadmill, stair stepper, and bike
Rogue squat rack, dumbbells, kettlebells, resistance bands, yoga mats, yoga blocks, and additional free weights
Private infrared sauna
Mini split Heat & AC
GARAGE GAME ROOM
Pool table
Shuffleboard table
Arcade machines + Smart TV
Mini split Heat & AC
OUTDOOR SPACES
Front porch: Two cozy chairs for morning coffee
Back porch: Dining table for 10 for outdoor meals or cocktails
Backyard fire pit: Surrounded by Adirondack chairs and outdoor couches
Yard games: Cornhole + outdoor games
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Bedroom 1: King bed (Primary)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: Two full beds (Basement)
Main Floor Living Room: Queen Pull out sofa
Modular Sofa in basement
Sofa Bed in Primary bedroom
BATHROOMS
1 Ensuite with walk-in shower (Primary)
1 Full bath with soaking tub & shower (Upstairs)
1 Full bath with shower (Basement)
1 Powder bath (Main level)
Towels, hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion included.
LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS
Dinkytown: 0.9 miles
Huntington Bank Stadium: 1.3 miles
Mariucci & Ridder Arenas: 1.5 miles
Williams Arena & Sports Pavilion: 1.3 miles
Siebert Field: 0.7 miles
Jane Sage Cowles Stadium: 1 mile
US Bank Stadium: 2.1 miles
Target Center & Target Field: 2.6 miles
Xcel Energy Center/Grand Casino Arena (St. Paul): 9 miles
Mall of America: 13.2 miles
MSP Airport: 15 miles
Self Check-In (Keyless Door Entry). Whole property access other than two owner's closets.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Start a load of towels on hot. Gather remaining used towels on the floor of the bathroom.
Throw trash from kitchen & bathrooms in outside trash bin. Put recycling in the outdoor blue recycling bin.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number LIC427979
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Minneapolis
Como, a neighbourhood in Minneapolis, is home to this holiday home. Target Center and Grand Casino Arena 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.
Minneapolis, MN
What's nearby
- Mariucci Arena - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Williams Arena - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Huntington Bank Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
- Weisman Art Museum - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Vitality Roasting - 6 min walk
- Manning's Cafe and Bar - 14 min walk
- Como Tap - 14 min walk
- Thai Cuisine Xpress - 6 min walk
- Blue Door Pub University - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Wayne H.
26 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wayne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
About the host
Hosted by Megan
Hi there! We're Megan & Jason - Minnesota locals and enthusiastic sports fans. We created The Gopher House as a cozy, nostalgic retreat where guests can relax, connect, and celebrate the University of Minnesota spirit. We're passionate about hosting and we’ve designed this home with comfort, style, and togetherness in mind. Whether you’re here for game day, family time, or a city getaway, we hope your stay feels effortless, welcoming, and memorable.
Languages:
English
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