We stayed at Alison's flat for 5 days while visiting friends in Mpls who live a few blocks away from Alison. Alison's apartement was just perfect for us (family of 4, 2 boys 5,3) sufficiently big and all the amenities one needs for a short stay. It is part of Alison's house but with your own front door one has a place to oneself. Alison was very friendly and helpful but never too 'present'. The apartement is perfectly located for the uptown area and lake Calhoun and lake Harriet. We would stay there again when visiting Mpls.