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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms223 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Minneapolis, MN
  • Place, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Mariucci Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Huntington Bank Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Minneapolis, MN (MSP-Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Mississippi River. A gym, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room are available. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Just a 4-minute drive from U.S. Bank Stadium and a few minutes from Mississippi River
This vacation home offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 LIC427979
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.

NEW! The Gopher House! Minutes to Campus & Downtown w/ Gym, Sauna, & Game Room 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

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place for our stay, super clean, wonderful amenities, and lots of room to spread out. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tonia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at Gopher House! The host, Megan, was very responsive and welcoming. House was very clean, well appointed, and was a great location for us during our visit to Minneapolis. Loved the off street parking option, and proximity to the U of M and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host with great communication. Home was clean and very unique! We really enjoyed the fitness room and game room. If we are in the area again hope to stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! The Minnesota Gopher-themed decor was cool! The whole house was very clean and ready for us to move in for 4 days. Location was perfect for us - we were in town for Minnesota Wild hockey game and Mall of America. The hosts were great in communicating back and forth when checking in and out. The property has a large garage converted into a fitness center with a game room/arcade upstairs and a sauna on the main level - the grandkids enjoyed these features a lot! If we choose to do this again, we will definitely book this house again! A
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025