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Charming Chef’s Home – Main Level Retreat steps from Macalester / Grand Ave

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TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Exterior
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint Paul, MN
  • Place, Macalester College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of St. Thomas
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Allianz Field
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

Charming Chef’s Home – Main Level Retreat steps from Macalester / Grand Ave

1BR | Sun Porch | Walk to Cafés & Macalester

Top Features of the Space:

• Private main-level unit in a classic duplex
• Steps to Macalester College & Grand Avenue
• Bright sun porch with daybed for extra lounging/sleeping
• Cozy, lived-in feel of a chef’s home
• Walkable to cafés, restaurants & local shops
• Optional in-home culinary experiences

Welcome to a warm and inviting main-level retreat in one of St. Paul’s most loved neighborhoods. Thoughtfully designed to feel like a true home, this space blends old home comfort, charm, and a touch of culinary inspiration.

Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or small groups, the home offers a relaxed setting where you can unwind, enjoy the neighborhood, and experience the space as a local would.

Sleeping & Layout

• 1 bedroom with queen bed
• Sun porch with daybed
• Optional air mattress available upon request
• Ideal for 2–4 guests

Living & Dining

• Comfortable living room for relaxing
• Dining area for meals or work
• Bright sun porch filled with natural light
• Cozy, home-style atmosphere

Kitchen & Essentials

• Functional kitchen for light cooking
• Coffee & tea setup
• Fast Wi-Fi

Important Note

• Second bedroom is not available for guest use

Location Highlights

• Steps to Macalester College
• Walk to Grand Avenue cafés, dining & shopping
• Quiet, tree-lined neighborhood

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During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Macalester College. Laundry facilities are available. The apartment offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and dining area
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Mississippi River and 10 minutes from U.S. Bank Stadium
As a guest of Charming Chef’s Home – Main Level Retreat steps from Macalester / Grand Ave, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This St. Paul apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Check in instructions will be sent on the day of check in

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet times are set from 10 pm to 9 am

This is a no smoking property. Guests are not allowed to smoke or use any vaping device inside the home

Events, parties, noise pollution impacting guests staying in other parts of this property are strictly prohibited.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 20111231703
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Charming Chef’s Home – Main Level Retreat steps from Macalester / Grand Ave Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Edgar H., Brunswick, ME

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay near Macalester! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edgar H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful host! We were welcomed into this home and have a fantastic stay. Could not be more convenient a location for visiting Macalester College area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Garry Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
We've stayed in the same building before but not this specific unit. It's a terrific space for a couple of small family (it's one bedroom). It's quite roomy, comfortable, and functional with a full kitchen and plenty of space to work or relax. Temperatures reached single digits outside while we were there but it was perfectly cozy inside.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely place very close to Macalaster. The host was welcoming and flexible, and is a great chef to boot. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025