Unique Mid-Century Modern in a Great Neighborhood

Entire home in Saint Paul, Minnesota

  1. 2 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Douglas
  1. Superhost
  2. 12 years hosting

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24-hour self check-in

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Zen retreat in an urban setting; unique mid-century modern meets Japan in a great neighborhood full of architectural gems. Updated 1950's architect-built passive-solar artist retreat house is surrounded by trees and Japanese Gardens. Casual comfort but far from sterile. Complete tranquility 10 min from downtown Mpls and very close to both U of MN campus. Lively, friendly neighborhood in walking distance to grocery store, gift shops, wine shop, yoga studio, coffee shops and great restaurants.

The space
This eco-friendly urban oasis features a huge wall of windows overlooking Japanese gardens and a wall of trees providing complete privacy, passive solar, recycled black slate floors, recycled marble floors in kitchen + bath, radiant in-floor heat, whole-house AC, high-end stainless steel appliances, cement countertops, massive post and beam construction, all wood ceiling and walls.

A guest favorite is the high-end world class ultra high-resolution audio system in the living room with huge CD and vinyl collection. The second bedroom doubles as Media Room with 55" 4K HDR Ultra HDTV system.

Throughout the house there is much original art work (no generic crap!), sculpture and hand-made pottery. We want to surround you with beauty and meaning while immersing your soul in urban nature!

Eclectic blend of Japanese and Southwestern Native American aesthetic. Very private, quiet and tranquil setting nestled in among the trees. Complete seclusion with the summer foliage, unique to an urban setting, in an eclectic vibrant neighborhood voted 'Best Architecture in the Twin Cities'. 100% of the electricity for this home is provided by renewable sources. All organic cotton sheets and towels provided. This is a retreat space within city limits.

Guest access
You will have the whole house to yourself including the well-equipped kitchen, full bath with shower and full-sized bathtub, large living room with stunning views, media room, exercise room with treadmill, laundry room downstairs and screen porch. You can also use the large patio with outdoor seating and Solo-stove fire-pit or stroll the Japanese gardens surrounding the house. There is also a small nature preserve across the street, right behind the seminary!

Other things to note
Please know that this is my personal, much beloved home, not an anonymous rental unit.

The house was built in 1950 by a local architect/engineer with heated floors and from many recycled materials- way ahead of its time!

ENVIRONMENTAL: We are committed to high standards including:
– House is a passive solar design with heated floors
– Electricity is sourced from solar and wind farms
– Eco-friendly, recycled and organic products used whenever possible
– All towels and bedding are organic cotton

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 340 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Free carport on premises – 1 space

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Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 517 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

It's like being in a small town in the heart of the city. Only a couple blocks to a great little enclave of independent shops: a grocery store, gift shops, bookstore, wine shop, post office and several great restaurants. There is a nature preserve across the street behind the seminary that is a great place for a walk in the woods. My home is just blocks from St. Paul U of MN campus. Voted best neighborhood for architecture in all the Twin Cities.

Meet your host

Superhost
2023 reviews
4.96 out of 5 average rating
12 years of hosting
Where I went to school: University of Michigan, School of Art
My work: Douglas Beasley Photography/Vision Quest Photo Workshops
I am a fine art photographer, photo workshop instructor, publisher of Shots Magazine and lover of strong coffee & good music that travels incessantly. I love beauty in many forms and am very influenced by Japanese style and Zen simplicity. My home and cabins reflect my interest in Mid-Century modern, ecologically sustainable architecture and the decor is a blend of Native American, Japanese and Eastern spirituality.
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Checkout before 12:00 PM
2 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm