European city life - charming Victorian St. Paul (#33066)

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Description of the Minneapolis vacation home rental

Centrally located in historic Crocus Hill/Cathedral Hill area this Victoria home, built in 1884 and fully renovated, will guarantee you an unforgettable time in Minneapolis-Saint Paul area. Just steps from dining and shopping of Grand Avenue and historic homes of Summit Avenue, it has classy furnishings, fireplace, luxury mattresses, highest quality linens, fully equipped kitchen, boutique master bathroom, dimming lights, free local calls, WIFI. 1 block from Mississippi Market. Very close to Excel center and downtown Saint Paul, easy access to UMN campus, downtown Minneapolis, airport and mall of America (all less than 15 minutes drive).Reduced long-term rates

Overlooking downtown on the west is the St. Paul Cathedral, which is open to visitors. The area there is aptly known as Cathedral Hill, and business and government workers from downtown gather for lunch in the bars and restaurants in the neighborhood's Victorian-era buildings. The popular Costello's and W A Frost on Selby Avenue offer tasty food and a solid selections of beverages. Further west from downtown between I-94 and Ford Parkway, from Cretin to Snelling, are three private colleges. This concentration of college students makes for many energetic neighborhoods: Highland Park, Macalester-Groveland, Merriam Park, and Crocus Hill. Grand Avenue is lined with shops, restaurants, and bars. This area is heaven for those who like to browse, drink and eat. Get here early on a Friday, or be prepared to walk a few blocks; parking isn't easy. One block up from Grand is Summit Avenue, one of the greatest extant neighborhoods of Victorian architecture in the country. Starting at the James J. Hill House as a two-lane street, Summit turns into a broad, sweeping parkway,frequented by joggers and strollers. Summit Avenue house tours are offered Saturdays during the summer and other tours, such as Garden Tours, are offered throughout the year. James J. Hill House tours are also available year-round.

• 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Crib
• Hardwood Floors
• Parking
• Air Conditioning
• Heating
• Patio
• Fireplace
• High Speed Internet
• Porch
• Full Kitchen
• Linens Provided

• Alarm Clock
• Computer
• Refrigerator (Mini)
• Blender
• Dishwasher
• Stove
• CD Player
• Hair Dryer
• Telephone
• Ceiling Fan
• Microwave
• TV (Antenna)
• Coffee Maker
• Oven
• Washer/Dryer

• Shopping Area (onsite)
• Pool (<1 mile)
• Cross-Country Skiing (4 miles)
• Tennis (onsite)
• Restaurant (<1 mile)
• Windsurfing (5 miles)
• Grocery Store (<1 mile)
• Basketball Court (1 mile)
• Beach (6 miles)
• Gym/Fitness Center (<1 mile)
• Lake (3 miles)
• Ice Skating (7 miles)
• Playground (<1 mile)
• Zoo (3 miles)

The house has a trampolin high chair and a number of children's toys. It is beautifully and comfortably furnished, walking distance to shopping and dining. It was built in 1884, and is located in historic area, 3 blocks from the house where Scott Fitzgerald was born.

• Payment Options: PayPal, Personal Check
   
• Check In: 3 p.m.
   
• Check Out: 11 a.m.
   
• Required Stay: inquire about short stays
   
• Deposits: 300 refundable security deposit
   
• Other Fees: 125 outcleaning with stays less than 5 days.
   

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