I consider myself as an experienced Airbnb user; I have been using this platform since the very beginning. But it was just now that I found a place where I felt home.
I stayed at Michael's and Kari's place for two months. My stay was supposed to be for four months, but, unfortunately, due to the COVID-19, I had to leave earlier and return to Austria preterm. I wish I could have stayed longer, I already miss this cozy place that has been my home for two months.
Now some details: This place is a one-bedroom apartment with a spacious living room, a well-equipped kitchen (new dishwasher, fridge, kitchen utensils), a big bedroom with closet-room, comfy bathroom, and a storage room. The apartment is on the second floor, and you will see the beautiful Riverside park out of your window. You will have your entrance to the house (Michael and Kari live on the first floor and have a separate entrance at the backside of the house). The apartment is newly renovated, clean, and flooded with natural light; you will love it!
The location: I didn't have a car, so I explored everything walking. The Mississipi river is only 5 minutes away. I loved the walks along the river towards downtown. I walked every day to the campus of the University of Minnesota, which is only 15-30 minutes away, depending on where you have to get to (the campus is big!). A very well-stocked organic grocery market is in a walkable distance (10 minutes), so are bus-stopes and train stations (10-15 min).
Kari and Michael are fantastic hosts. They are attentive, helpful, and tactful. They gave me the privacy I needed and were always very helpful with everything. The communication was excellent at any stage of the process. All of my questions (and I had many!) have been answered very detailed and kindly.
Thank you guys for everything, I will miss you!