Staying at Jen's place is about the closest to being at home that you can get. The pantry had lots of odds and ends, like cooking oils, soy sauce, hot cocoa mix, mayo packets (big thanks to whomever left those), etc. Buying perishable and canned groceries, we were able to keep breakfasts and lunches economical, nutritious, and in keeping with our routines, which really makes travelling easier. The beds and pillows were great. The location is fantastic and close to everything interesting in Saint Paul (Spyhouse Coffee, lots of restaurants, the zoo/conservatory, Grand Ave, etc).