# Lyndale Church Lodge is a Vacation Rental property in Minneapolis, MN managed by MINNeSTAY.
> Canonical Human URL: https://www.minnestay.com/rentals/lyndale-church-lodge
## Property Details
- Location: Minneapolis, MN
- Type: undefined
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: NaN
- Max Occupancy: 8
- Pet Friendly: Yes
- Accessible: No
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Children Allowed: Yes
- Events Allowed: Yes
- Rating: 5 (57 reviews)
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## Amenities
Meals: Guest Furnish Own, Autumn Foliage, Churches, Laundry, Festivals, Library, Live Theater, Museums, Playground, Rec Center, Restaurants, Recommended, Television, Wireless Internet, Free Parking, Boating, Photography, Shopping, Sight Seeing, Sledding, Walking, ATM/Bank, Fitness Center, Groceries, Hospital, Laundromat, Massage Therapist, Medical Services, Long Term Stays Allowed, Botanical Garden, Cinemas, Health Beauty Spa, Pond, Synagogues, Waterfalls, Laptop Friendly, Antiquing, Bird Watching, Eco Tourism, Miniature Golf, Scenic Drives, Cycling, Golf, Swimming, Air Conditioning, Bed Linens, Essentials, Hair Dryer, Hangers, Heating, Hot Water, Kitchen, Living Room, Shampoo, Towels, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector, Coffee Maker, Cooking Basics, Dishes & Silverware, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Other: Concierge, Dryer, Extra Pillows & Blankets, Washer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Wine Glasses, Cleaning Procedure, Contactless Check-in Available, Pets Allowed, Dedicated Work Space
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## Bed Types
No bed types listed
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## Images
> Spacious living room with high wooden beams, plush furniture, and artworks on the walls.
> Interior view of a rustic recreation room with a pool table and wooden furnishings.
> A cozy reading area with leather chairs, a beige sofa, a marble table, and bookshelves.
> A chess table set in a warm wooden room, surrounded by ornate chairs and natural light.
> Interior view of a dining area with wooden furniture and decorative elements.
> Cozy kitchen with blue cabinets, white countertops, and natural light.
> Stylish modern bathroom featuring a green vanity and a chic shower with white tiles.
> Modern kitchen featuring blue cabinets, a wooden island, and patterned tile floor.
> Church's façade with a wooden cross, framed by orange autumn leaves against a blue sky.
> A quaint church with red accents and a wooden cross, surrounded by autumn foliage.
> A spacious room featuring wooden furnishings, colorful paintings, and a cozy seating area.
> Chess board with black and white pieces set on a marble table in a cozy wooden room.
> A wooden interior featuring a detailed railing and lectern, illuminated by sunlight.
> Image of a wet bar featuring green cabinets, marble countertop, and wooden shelves with glassware.
> Elegant living space featuring leather couches, an ornate coffee table, and an artistic painting.
> Cozy living room featuring a cream sofa, leather chairs, and a mounted TV above a fireplace.
> Long wooden dining table with chairs in a bright room with artworks on the walls.
> A cozy entryway with a wooden bench, a wrought iron wine rack, and an open door leading to a bathroom.
> Modern bathroom countertop featuring a gold faucet, amber soap bottles, and glassware.
> Comfortable and well-lit basement bedroom with modern furnishings.
> Cozy living area with a leather sofa, decorative rug, and framed art on the wall.
> Modern shower with white subway tiles and decorative hexagonal floor tiles.
> A modern bathroom featuring a green vanity, white countertop, and a large black-framed mirror.
> Minimalist bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a black door.
> A cozy bedroom featuring two beds with white linens and gray throw blankets, complemented by natural light from a window.
> Modern bathroom with a gold faucet, amber lotion and soap bottles, and a white sink.
> Black leather cosmetics pouch containing travel-sized toiletries and a dark blue towel labeled 'Cosmetic'.
> A modern kitchen corner featuring framed artwork above a marble backsplash, wooden shelves with white mugs, and decorative items.
> A black coffee maker on a white countertop next to a coffee package and a thank you card.
> View of a clean and minimalist bathroom featuring a toilet, sink, and supporting grab bars.
> A stack of various books, featuring 'Churches of Minnesota' on top, on a granite countertop.
> A cozy building entrance with double doors under a red overhang, surrounded by autumn foliage.
> Colorful playground amidst autumn trees.
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## Description
Welcome to Lyndale Church Lodge
A Unique Place to Stay
Are you looking for the most unique place to stay or host a dinner? Lyndale Church Lodge is the place! This incredibly unique property is a restored, deconsecrated church dating back to 1886. This 4,000 sq. ft. property is certain to leave your jaw on the floor!
Modern and Historical Features
Upon entering you will be blessed with a perfect mix of modern and historical features. The main chapel is sure to inspire awe as it has been restored to its previous grandeur with comfortable furnishings and modern touches. The main level sanctuary is a wide-open space that provides a one-of-a-kind experience. A massive 86” television projects over the original repurposed altar to enjoy game day, a movie, or use it as an oversized monitor for a presentation! Here you’ll also find a magnificent 10 ft snooker pool table. It’s a rare and unique table that will test your billiard skills on what will be the most challenging game you’ve ever played! The church is set up with high-speed internet to make your stay complete.
Sound and Relaxation
One of our favorite features here cannot be seen, only heard! The church has a Sonos sound system for your group to enjoy the magical acoustics only found within a church. If you prefer some quiet time, you’ll be happy to see a lovely library area with comfy seating complete with 12’ shelving, stocked full of books covering every subject you can think of. A marble chess table with throne style seating will draw you in for hours of strategy. Lastly, you can enjoy dining at our magnificent 12 ft. round dining table which conveniently seats 13 people.
Spacious Lower Level
The spacious lower level provides additional room to spread out and relax. Here you’ll find a gorgeously updated kitchen complete with custom cabinets and professional grade appliances, a dining area with a farmhouse table that seats 10, and a cozy living area with the original (updated) fireplace.
Comfortable Accommodations
Off of the lower living area are three bedrooms. Two are king bedrooms and the other has two queen beds. All bedrooms are complete with high-end furniture and mattresses to make your stay comfortable. There’s a full bathroom both upstairs and downstairs with an additional powder room in the lower level. The lower ¾ bathroom has in-floor heating for those cold days.
Book Your Unique Stay
The Lyndale Church Lodge is a unique single family home to be enjoyed by families and work groups. Book now for the most unique stay ever!
Location Highlights
There isn’t another property like this so centrally located just off Lake street and close to everything the Twin Cities offers. If you want to stay somewhere unique unlike anything you’ve stayed in before, then the Lyndale Church Lodge should be part of your next vacation, holiday, wedding, or work weekend.
Nearby Attractions
- Uptown less than 1 mile away
- Convention Center 1.9 miles
- Walker Art Center 2 miles
- Basilica of St Mary 2.2 miles
- Target Field 3.2 miles
- US Bank Stadium 3.5 miles
- Mall of America 8.9 miles
Concierge Services Available
Looking for groceries, a chef-prepared meal, or even boat rentals? Our concierge service is here to take your vacation to the next level. Give us a call or send us a message to let us know how Minnestay can make your Five Star Stay unforgettable!
House Rules
- All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required.
- All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a photo of yourself holding your ID to verify your identity, to be emailed or texted to our reservations department prior to check-in. No exceptions.
- Bookings made within 7 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation.
- A Minnestay Rental Agreement must be signed prior to arrival. This will require that you provide us with your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking.
- No smoking inside of the home. This includes e-cigarette and vape.
- This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home.
- This home does allow events for up to 25 people with prior authorization. An event fee of $375 will be charged to all bookings where an event is being hosted.
- Dogs only allowed with “Pet Friendly” listings. Please provide prior notice to Minnestay team if you plan to bring your pet. Pet fee required (fee dependent on dog count, starting at $150).
- Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect.
- Consumable amenities provided by Minnestay are not refilled during stay.
- Quiet Hours: 10PM-7AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents on either side of this property.
- Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.
Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.
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## House Rules
***Please Send us a Message if You're looking for a stay longer than 28 Days***
*HOUSE RULES*
• All guests must be over the age of 25, unless part of a family unit. Verification may be required.
• All check-ins are contactless! To provide this service, we require a photo of yourself holding your ID to verify your identity, prior to check-in, to be emailed or texted to our reservations department. No exceptions. (Please note that we do not have staff available to meet guests in person on site for this purpose.)
• Bookings made within 7 days of arrival will require additional credit card documentation.
• Our Rental Agreement must be signed prior to arrival. This will require your email address. Please inquire about the terms and conditions prior to booking. More info can be found on the Minnestay website, under Guest Services - Rental Policies.
• No smoking inside of the home. This includes e-cigarette and vape.
• This property may have a noise monitoring device on the interior of the home. Additional noise monitoring devices may be located in gathering spaces on the exterior of the home, as well.
• No events! This home is designed for families and responsible adults. Restrictions include, but are not limited to: Weddings and wedding celebrations, bachelorette/bachelor gatherings, and reunions.
• Dogs only allowed with “Pet Friendly” listings. Prior notice and required pet fee (fee dependent on dog count, $150+).
• Please note that you are staying in a private home and not a hotel. We expect that you will treat it with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to resolve them as quickly as we are able.
• Consumable amenities provided are not refilled during stay.
• Quiet Hours: 10PM-7AM. We love our neighbors! Please be respectful of the permanent residents on either side of this property.
• Direct bookings or other online booking sources may be subject to a 3% cancellation fee.
Deviation from these rules can result in an eviction from the premises with no refund, as stated in the signed rental agreement.
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## Reviews
### Review (5/5 stars)
"It was amazing the whole group enjoyed ourselves and the acoustics were wonderful.
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- roxanne, 2023-07-16
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"What a great place! We were looking for a quick weekend after school let out, and something unique with the kids. Really high quality renovation of a late 1800's church, high end finishes. Comfortable, fun, pool table, chess, great big tables. Quiet in the basement for sleeping. AC even worked great. I think we'll come back in the winter. The pictures don't lie, better in person even. Would recommend to anyone."
- Jeff, 2024-06-09
Positive aspects: Well Equipped, Quiet, Design
**Host Response:**
"Jeff, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay; we look forward to hosting you again!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Unique spot! Plenty of space for a larger group, clean, nice modern details while incorporating some of the old (and churchy) charm/artfacts. The neighborhood was mostly charming."
- Janelle, 2024-06-02
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Size
**Host Response:**
"Janelle, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay; we look forward to hosting you again!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"It is such an amazing property. Very spacious and well decorated. It’s a formal church with a giant cross on the building outside and some of the decor items are church related items in a way that helps you understand the history of the building.
We were only there for a weekend but wished we could have stayed longer to enjoy the HUGE space."
- Dustin, 2025-09-08
Positive aspects: Size, Design
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the spacious and well-decorated environment. We hope you have the opportunity to visit again soon."
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Wonderful. Truly a unique place. Amenities were perfect, parking was ample, communication from MINNeSTAY was clear. I'd certainly stay here again. "
- Ted, 2025-08-21
Positive aspects: Manager Communication, Parking
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This place is very unique and fun. The upstairs is huge, and the furniture is massive. It was a cool experience."
- Michelle, 2025-08-20
Positive aspects: Size
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for your wonderful review, Michelle! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the unique atmosphere and spacious layout of Lyndale Church Lodge! We hope to host you again soon!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Easily the coolest stay of all my Airbnb stays! What a space!"
- Wiley, 2025-08-04
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"My family stayed here for the July 4th weekend. We were in town to see a Twins game and explore Minneapolis. This place was awesome! The kitchen is great and has everything you need to cook a meal. The neighborhood was quiet. We found the location centrally located for our needs. Easy drive to downtown. Beds are comfortable and lived watching TV in the alter living room. Tons of space. "
- Mike, 2025-07-22
Positive aspects: Size, Great location, Quiet
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This place was exactly like it was described. Spacious and easily accommodated everyone who stayed. Great location for a large group of people to be able to have space and ample room to spread out. Great location for a large group."
- Kyle, 2024-01-14
Positive aspects: Size, Great location
**Host Response:**
"Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review, Kyle! We loved having you and your group and we're so glad to hear you all enjoyed the property. Please come back to stay with us again soon!
With gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We had a great stay at the Lyndale Church Lodge. It has lots of room for your group, and fun extra things like books, games, pool tables and a piano to keep everybody entertained. The kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms are all very nicely updated and everything was very clean upon our arrival. We would not hesitate to stay with Minnestay again."
- Eric, 2025-07-21
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Size
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear the Lyndale Church Lodge was a great fit for your group and that you enjoyed the extra touches like the books, games, pool table, and piano. It’s also great to know the updated spaces and cleanliness made your stay comfortable. We’d be delighted to host you again anytime!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"One of the most unique places we have stayed! Very clean & comfortable place to stay!"
- Christina, 2025-06-25
Positive aspects: Cleaning
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for your kind review. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our accommodations to be clean and comfortable. We strive to provide a unique and memorable experience for all our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future."
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### Absolute Gem (5/5 stars)
"This was a truly special place for a family gathering. Once we got past our initial ooohs and aaaahs about of the space, we settled in and found the place sparkling clean, well equipped, and full of thoughtful touches. Highly recommended. "
- Laura, 2025-06-24
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Size, Well Equipped
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This is a totally unique place to stay and is in the middle of lots of fun things to do in the Cities."
- Annalee, 2025-06-19
Positive aspects: Great location
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We loved our stay at Lyndale Church Lodge! The neighborhood was very quiet & safe, and was close to many great restaurants & key attractions. And our family of three enjoyed having so many spots to relax in the home. The furniture and beds were very comfortable, and the kitchen was well-equipped. Highly recommend!"
- Katie, 2025-06-04
Positive aspects: Furniture, Great location, Quiet, BBQ
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Unique former church, converted to a lovely and comfortable residence"
- John, 2025-05-05
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Great place, great host."
- Randy, 2025-04-15
Positive aspects: Manager Communication
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for the positive review! I'm glad you had a pleasant experience and found the host to be accommodating. Your feedback is appreciated, and it's encouraging to hear that you enjoyed your time at the location. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Our family of 4 (3 generations, ages ranging from 87 to 18) had the most wonderful 5 night stay at this extraordinary church changed into a home. I am an architect and greatly appreciate the glorious lofty chapel space. Every time I walked in, my jaw dropped and I let out an ahh or a wow! It's a wonder-full place to gather and interact. We had a lovely, memorable visit and would 5 star highly recommend this for any length of stay. We also REALLY appreciated the responsiveness of the host team, who was always available to help with questions.
Thank you!!!!!"
- Anne Marie, 2025-03-19
Positive aspects: Manager Communication, Size
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that your family of four, spanning three generations, had such a delightful and memorable stay at our unique property. Your kind words about the responsiveness of our host team are also greatly appreciated. We strive to ensure all our guests have an exceptional experience, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. Thank you again for the 5-star recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future."
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Overall very good experience."
- Jacob, 2025-02-23
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for the positive feedback. We're glad to hear you had a good experience with our services."
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This is a phenomenal place, so unique and fun. The pictures don't do justice to the beauty of it. The star is the church area upstairs but the downstairs, where the kitchen and bedrooms are located, is top notch as well. The kitchen was well supplied. The whole place was spotless. The management team was very responsive and helpful. For a special getaway, I highly recommend this rental."
- Christopher, 2025-01-01
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Manager Communication, Well Equipped
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for such a glowing review! We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the unique charm and beauty of the property, especially the church area upstairs and the well-appointed spaces downstairs. It’s wonderful to hear that the cleanliness, kitchen setup, and responsiveness of the Minnestay team made your stay even more special. Your recommendation means so much to us, and we’d love to host you again for another memorable getaway!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"The place was clean and close to downtown."
- Zouzou, 2024-12-16
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Great location
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for your feedback, Zouzou! We're glad to hear you found the location convenient and the accommodations clean, as we strive to provide a comfortable and accessible experience for all our guests. Your review is appreciated, and we hope you had an enjoyable stay overall! Looking forward to hosting you again soon!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We had a wonderful family vacation in Minneapolis and stayed at this beautiful church converted into an Airbnb. We had an issue the first day with the AC not working but the team was super responsive and even provided us portable ACs while they resolved the issue. I was pretty impressed with how quickly they dealt with the whole thing. We have 3 little kids and they loved the house and had lots of fun running around upstairs and playing. There is plenty of street parking and grocery stores and cafes near by! We had a great time!"
- Misbah, 2024-08-09
Positive aspects: Manager Communication, Great location
**Host Response:**
"I'm so glad to hear you had a wonderful family vacation and enjoyed staying in the unique converted church! I’m sorry for the initial AC issue but am pleased our team could resolve it quickly and keep you comfortable. It’s great that the kids had fun and that the location worked well for you. Thanks for the kind words, and we hope to host you again!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"The house and host were amazing!! We will definitely be back."
- Brian, 2024-06-30
Positive aspects: Manager Communication, Great location
**Host Response:**
"Thank you, Brian! We're delighted you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back soon!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"If you're looking for a truly divine experience, look no further! This converted church turned lodge is a heavenly retreat with a twist. The place is massive – plenty of room to stretch out your legs and your imagination.
The bedrooms are sinfully comfortable, perfect for sleeping like an angel. However, the real fun begins when you explore the nooks and crannies filled with repurposed church relics. Imagine using a centuries-old church bench as your breakfast nook – it’s like brunching with history!
Now, I must warn you about the decor. Those fake apples on display are the real test of faith – they fooled our kids, who hilariously attempted to snack on them. Note to future guests: they're not the forbidden fruit, just a harmless prank!
Adding to the whimsical charm, we had a crow visit us, just like in a fairy tale. It swooped in, probably checking to see if our stay was up to par (it seemed pleased, by the way).
This place is a divine blend of comfort, history, and a space."
- Olena, 2024-06-24
Positive aspects: Size, Sleep or Bed
**Host Response:**
"Olena, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay; we look forward to hosting you again!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Great place!!!"
- Randy, 2024-05-12
**Host Response:**
"Randy, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay; we look forward to hosting you again!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Lovely stay! It was the perfect place to celebrate my 30th birthday and the “death of my youth!” Absolutely beautiful! The pillows and beds were as divine as the church! Bathroom, kitchen, living area, etc were so beautiful! Highly recommend!"
- Jessica, 2024-04-22
Positive aspects: Well Equipped
**Host Response:**
"Jessica, we're so glad to hear you had a great birthday celebration at the Lyndale Church Lodge! We can't thank you enough for staying with us and leaving a review. You are welcome back anytime!
With gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
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### Unique, comfortable, cozy (5/5 stars)
"I stayed at the church with two of my work colleagues for work we were doing in Minneapolis. To be honest I didn't know what to expect, it being a church, but I was pleasantly surprised. This ended up being one of the best choices we've made as far as lodging. The church is spacious and cozy at the same time. The drive into the city was barely more than 10 minutes. It has me thinking I'd like to come back and do some relaxing in the area just so I can stay at the church again."
- Frank, 2024-04-15
Positive aspects: Size, Close to Beach
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"The interior space is incredible! This location was a fantastic spot for our two families to meet and have a comfortable weekend stay. We loved our time together."
- Amber, 2024-01-28
Positive aspects: Size, Great location
**Host Response:**
"Amber, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We greatly appreciate your willingness to do this and we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay! It really is such a unique space. We hope you will come back to stay with us again soon!
With gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Was great fun"
- Tad, 2024-01-07
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. We cannot thank you enough for your willingness to do this. We hope you were able to relax and truly enjoy your time! And we do hope you come back and visit the next time you are in town. You are always welcome!
With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"A great space for celebrating 70 years old!"
- Grant, 2023-12-04
Positive aspects: Size
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much for leaving a great review! The Minnestay Team is so very happy you enjoyed your stay and had a great time with your group! We can't wait to welcome you back on your next adventure.
With Gratitude,
The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This place is even prettier than pics. My nephew is local who recommended we use this as thanksgiving venue - hosted 20 for thanksgiving no problem - all around that beautiful table. Place sleeps far less as advertised which worked fine since we had locals and hotels
Kitchen had everything we needed excepted roaster and larger tins
Place is organized where upstairs is public area and downstairs three beds, small cozy family room and well equipped kitchen
Highly recommend"
- Ann, 2023-11-26
Positive aspects: Manager Communication, Well Equipped
Areas for improvement: Not as Advertised
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much for leaving a great review! The Minnestay Team is so very happy you enjoyed your stay at the property and got to spend a great holiday with your family! We will note that the number of people the home sleeps is accurate, and reflects both beds and pull out couches, of which there are a few in the home. We can't wait to welcome you back home on your next adventure.
With Gratitude,
The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Very quirky (good way), loved the accommodations. Be a little careful with the steps/transition. b/w rooms. Beautiful church, loved the library, all the seating areas, pool table, gigantic movie size tv (owner provided dvd player upon request). And a dream kitchen! Beds were also comfy, nice showers."
- Lori, 2023-11-03
Positive aspects: Size
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"we love staying here!"
- Brittany, 2023-10-24
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Great place to stay for a group of friends. Friendly neighborhood with cafes, restaurants, and bars within waking distance."
- Nicolas, 2023-10-22
Positive aspects: Great location
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. We cannot thank you enough for your willingness to do this. We are so glad you were able to enjoy all the wonderful restaurants in the area! And we do hope you come back and stay with us again soon!
With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
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### Surprise 50th birthday (5/5 stars)
"My husband and I traveled from Alaska
My son and wife from Maine
Grandson from LA
My sons high school buddy from Ohio
It was my sons 50th birthday. He’s a lifelong Vikings fan.
So we went to the game. The place was perfect for us.
The place is amazing, the atmosphere perfect. The furnishings spectacular.
Clean, spacious. The whole setting was great.
Loved it!"
- charles m., 2023-10-09
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Size, Great location
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### Unigue and beautiful church lodging (5/5 stars)
"We really appreciate the history and attention to detail. Comfy and cozy. King Author and his knights would love it.."
- Ted, 2023-10-06
Positive aspects: Sleep or Bed, Design
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### Fun place to stay at! (5/5 stars)
"Perfect place to stay for groups"
- Corey, 2023-09-26
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### Fun, unique, and very large rental (5/5 stars)
"We rented this spot because we did not want to leave the building for three days. We had 84 - 21 year olds and we all had something to do at all times. It is very well appointed with lots of little sitting areas. We cooked all of our meals and watched a lot of college football. Very nice place - exactly as described."
- Karen, 2023-09-05
Positive aspects: As Advertised
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We had 7 adults and slept slept comfortably, all of space to put your feet up and hang out"
- Brian, 2023-08-27
Positive aspects: Size, Quiet
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Perfect for our work retreat needs!"
- Cat, 2023-08-23
Positive aspects: Size
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This place was perfect for our three-generation family reunion. There was lots of room upstairs for meals and games. The pool table was very popular with all ages, as was the grand piano and the big-screen TV for movies and games. The soaring ceilings are spectacular, creating amazing acoustics from the piano or voices.
The downstairs was very comfortable for sleeping and meals that were eaten at home. The snacks that were left for us were a nice surprise.
Everyone wants to stay here the next time we come to Minneapolis!"
- Pat, 2023-08-15
Positive aspects: Size, Well Equipped, Pool
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This unique home is both comfy and fun. I loved the light and vibe in the church part. The downstairs living areas are modern and well-designed.
I'd stay again!"
- Sherry, 2023-08-07
Positive aspects: Design
**Host Response:**
"Thank you Sherry! We are so glad you enjoyed this unique home! Looking forward to hosting you again soon!
-The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Yes, there’s the obvious “WOW” factor of the soaring ceilings and expansive square footage, but what you may not pick up on the website are the impeccable finishes — kitchen and baths are done to perfection, and stocked with top-notch products that make for lots of “can I just move in here permanently?” moments. Special shout-out to the management team, who were great with communication and help before, during, and after our stay. I highly recommend this space, which was at the top of our family’s Airbnb budget but so, so worth the splurge."
- Joseph, 2023-07-29
Positive aspects: Manager Communication
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We loved our stay at this unique property. It is an exquisitely remodeled church all of the rooms are beautiful. We especially enjoyed reading about the history of the building. This is an amazing place for a large family get together. We loved our time here!"
- Ross, 2023-07-24
Positive aspects: Size, Design
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"In this large space, there are multiple spaces for conversations, dining, playing board games, or watching movies. The former church has been lovingly transformed into a beautiful vacation home. A blend of historic style and a modern kitchen, upscale bathrooms, and bedrooms make this a comfortable space. It is close to the Minneapolis biking trails, parks, and lakes, as well as restaurants."
- Dixie, 2023-07-05
Positive aspects: Size, Great location
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### Perfect Place (5/5 stars)
"I (we) absolutely LOVED this place. I highly recommend it!"
- Dee T., 2023-06-24
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Such a wonderful place and space for our team retreat! Clean and spacious, wonderful neighborhood, gorgeously renovated and unique. We all agreed we want to come back next year!"
- Megan, 2023-06-16
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Size, Great location
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"What a unique place to stay! It fit the bill for our business travel, but we are already talking about it for future personal travel as well. Hosts were great. Highly recommend."
- Scott, 2023-06-09
Positive aspects: Manager Communication
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We stayed at this beautiful home "church" the weekend of our wedding. It was the perfect location to host our friends and family for a small gathering the night before our wedding and a great place for getting ready the day of. It looks exactly like the pictures, beds and bedding were so comfortable and the space was very clean.
This is definitely a place we will return to! It exceeded our expectations and we can't wait to stay with Minnestay again."
- Whitney, 2023-05-14
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Great location, Sleep or Bed, As Advertised
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### Awesome stay! (5/5 stars)
"This was my first experience using VRBO and everything was extremely easy to navigate and the location was awesome. Parking on the street was plentiful, tons of space inside, and very clean and comfortable. Definitely would recommend!"
- Braeden, 2023-05-07
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Great location, Parking
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This is a unique and fun stay for a group or family event. The host spent a lot of time on details and history of the Church and area and it shows.
Close to Uptown for great restaurants and bars.
Kitchen areas have really nice appliances and are well stocked with everything you need.
Overall, this is a fun place to host an event in Minneapolis and impress your guests."
- William, 2023-04-18
Positive aspects: Great location, Well Equipped
**Host Response:**
"Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our Minnestay property. Your review means a lot! We are so happy to hear that you found the house to be amazing - we feel the same way about it! Hope you can come back and stay with us again soon!
With Gratitude, The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Absolutely stunning building, so much character and brilliant "redesign" into an airbnb. Kitchen is completely and fully stocked with cookware, bring your own spices/oils. And cleaning supplies, they only had dish soap/dishwasher soap/laundry soap. If you're like me and like to wipe everything down before and after use- bring your own.
Everything else was just amazing, beds and linens top tier, towels big and lush. And then just enjoying the space with friends and getting beautiful 'gram shots!"
- Paula, 2023-01-29
Positive aspects: Well Equipped, Sleep or Bed
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much for this stellar review! We hope you choose to stay with us again."
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Beautiful space with everything we needed to enjoy our stay!"
- Margaret, 2023-01-26
Positive aspects: Well Equipped
**Host Response:**
"Glad we had exactly what you needed!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"We had a great stay and would book again. It was the perfect location for our family of six adults and one child to celebrate a late Christmas, and we had room for a few more relatives to join us for dinner. The space was gorgeous, clean, well appointed and very comfortable, plus lots of history. There was space to gather, or spend some time apart -- perfect for a family gathering! The pool table was a hit with all generations, and the old manual typewriter was a surprising hit with the six year old. The kitchen was well stocked and very functional for cooking Christmas dinner and other meals, with room for gathering.
Can't say enough about this place -- hope we have a reason to book it again!"
- Patti, 2023-01-16
Positive aspects: Cleaning, Manager Communication, Size, Great location, Well Equipped, Pool
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much for the review! We are glad the pool table was a hit with your family! PS thanks for the feedback!"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"What a find! We held our family Christmas celebration there and it was the best place to come together! So many spots to gather, a table that fit everyone with room to spare, the most fully-appointed kitchen I’ve ever had in a rental. It’s a gorgeous and super comfortable space. We hope to get it again next year!"
- Sarah, 2022-12-21
Positive aspects: Size, Well Equipped
**Host Response:**
"Thank you so much, Sarah! So glad you enjoyed the Lyndale Church Lodge home for your family celebration! It is such a cool and unique property that has been beautifully renovated!! We look forward to hosting you and your family again next year!!
The Minnestay Team"
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"This was an awesome place. It was unique... in a good way! Very spacious, well provisioned, excellent neighborhood, walkable to amenities (restaurants, cafes, etc.). It could not have been better for our family which met there together and we truly enjoyed the place. Thank you for providing an awesome backdrop to our reunion."
- Katie, 2022-11-27
Positive aspects: Manager Communication, Size, Great location, Well Equipped
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"Great property! Location was excellent. Very well appointed. Very unique lodging experience given that it is repurposed church. Fit the bill for a guy’s football weekend."
- Garth, 2022-11-21
Positive aspects: Great location, Well Equipped
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### Review (5/5 stars)
"A gorgeous, unique unit. So well appointed we really didn’t need to communicate with the host much at all but they were very responsive when we did. A really special, comfortable stay with a big wow factor."
- Sarah, 2022-11-12
Positive aspects: Manager Communication
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