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Urban Basement Retreat

2.0 star property

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Private kitchen
Shower, soap
WiFi
Interior
Interior

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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Fort Frances, ON
  • Place, The Lookout Tower
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Bear Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Thomas Aquinas Parish
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Frances, ON (YAG-Fort Frances Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Urban Basement Retreat

Welcome to Urban Basement Retreat – Your Cozy Basement Retreat!

Looking for a clean, comfortable, and affordable spot to rest your head? You've found it! Urban Basement Retreat is a simple, no-fuss private suite located in the basement of a shared home. The owner lives upstairs and respects your privacy while remaining available for any questions or local tips.

Welcome to the Urban Basement Retreat — a freshly renovated, bright, and modern studio suite ideal for solo travelers, couples, or anyone seeking a quiet and comfortable place to unwind.

This private suite features:
A modern design with warm lighting and contemporary finishes
A queen bed with cozy bedding
A dedicated standing desk and fast Wi-Fi for remote work
A smart TV for entertainment
A private bathroom with a sleek stand-up shower
A mini fridge for your convenience
In-suite laundry available during your stay

Whether you’re here for work or relaxation, this space blends comfort, style, and functionality.

Outdoor Oasis
Step outside to enjoy our shared screened-in patio — a modern pine enclosure perfect for relaxing or socializing.

Amenities include:
A Blackstone griddle for outdoor cooking
A fire table for cozy evenings
A fridge and Bluetooth speakers
A patio dining table for your morning coffee or evening meals
It’s the perfect spot to unwind after a busy day exploring the city.

Please Note
The basement suite has a private entrance separate from the upstairs living space.
This is a shared home with the owner living upstairs, offering privacy while still feeling warmly welcomed.

We pride ourselves on offering a quiet, comfortable, and modern space — not a hotel, but a place to feel at home.

Book your stay at the Urban Basement Retreat — where comfort meets convenience.

Guest access
Guests have full access to the private basement unit, which includes a bedroom, living space, private bathroom with stand-up shower, and laundry.

You’re also welcome to enjoy the outdoor screened-in patio and backyard area – perfect for relaxing, grilling on the Blackstone, or gathering around the fire table.

Free street parking is available just outside the home for your convenience.

Other things to note
Looking to explore the outdoors during your stay?

Kayaks are available to rent for an additional fee — perfect for a peaceful paddle on the nearby river or a fun outing to the local lake.

We also have one bicycle available for guest use, ideal for a casual ride around the neighborhood.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Townshend Theatre. Laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as a TV.
  • Air-conditioned home with TV and shower
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 15 minutes by foot from Townshend Theatre and a 2-minute drive from The Fort Frances Museum
This vacation home offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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.