Welcome to our Battle Creek family home - a spacious, colorful, and pet-friendly 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental on the East Side of St. Paul, Minnesota that comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests. Designed from the ground up with families in mind, this Twin Cities home is the perfect base for family reunions, multi-generational trips, holiday gatherings, hockey tournaments, Minnesota State Fair weekends, Wild and Vikings games, graduation celebrations, weddings, and any weekend getaway where you need room for the kids, the grandparents, and the family dog.
★ Why Families Love Our Home ★
Skip the beige. The Battle Creek house is a Saint Paul vacation rental where every room earns its place: a hand-painted botanical mural, bold accent walls, playful original art, and a neon-lit basement game room that doubles as the best argument for a second stay.
The layout is the real win for families and groups. Two fully separate living spaces mean adults can claim the main floor for coffee, movies, and actual conversation, while the kids disappear downstairs to the foosball table and big-screen TV. Nobody shares a couch unless they want to, the dog gets the run of the place, and somehow everyone ends up happy.
Saint Paul's most personality-packed rental sleeps up to 8, welcomes pets, and sits minutes from Battle Creek Regional Park, Xcel Energy Center, Como Zoo, and the Mall of America.
★ The Sleeping Arrangements - Sleeps up to 8★
All three bedrooms are upstairs, keeping the sleeping spaces quiet and separated from the living areas.
• Primary King Bedroom - a sun-filled retreat featuring a hand-painted botanical mural as a statement headboard, warm terracotta linens, a king-size bed, and blackout curtains for deep, restful sleep. This is the grown-ups' sanctuary. (Sleeps 2)
• Safari Kids' Bedroom - dark emerald walls, hot-pink curtain accents, and framed tiger, lion, and leopard art set the mood in this wildlife-themed kids' room. Two Queen-size beds mean cousins, siblings, or best friends can bunk together. (Sleeps 4)
• Lavender Queen Bedroom - a cozy, quieter room with a soft purple accent wall, brass swing-arm reading sconces, a queen bed with crisp fresh linens - perfect for a couple, grandparents joining the trip, or a tween who wants their own room. (Sleeps 2)
Total in beds: 1 king + 2 queen + 1 queen = 8. With flexible sofa sleeping in either of the two living rooms (both have plush family-sized sofa), the home comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests.
★ Two Separate Living Spaces ★
Main-Floor Family Room - Bright and open, with a comfy sofa, and a large smart TV. The dining table comfortably seats six for family dinners, board games, puzzles, and messy craft sessions under a modern chandelier. This is the heart of the home - where everyone naturally lands for morning coffee, pizza night, and shared memories.
Basement Game Room / Second Living Space - A kid-favorite hangout featuring a classic foosball table, a wall-mounted smart TV, a plush sofa, a coffee table for snacks and games, and customizable LED mood lighting that shifts from pink party-mode to soft evening-chill. Send the kids downstairs for a tournament while the adults enjoy a quiet cocktail upstairs.
★ Fully Equipped Family Kitchen ★
Cooking for a crowd is easy thanks to a full-size stainless steel side-by-side refrigerator with ice and water dispenser, a stainless electric range and oven, a microwave, a toaster oven, a full-size drip coffee maker, and plenty of counter space for prep work. Open shelving is loaded with glassware, and all the cookware, bakeware, utensils, plates, bowls, and mugs you need for family breakfasts, taco nights, and holiday meals are ready to go. A cheerful patterned backsplash and sage-green accents make mornings feel bright, and natural light pours in over the sink.
★ Two Full-Service Bathrooms ★
• Upstairs Full Bathroom - spa-inspired with a deep soaking tub and shower combo behind sliding glass doors, a modern white quartz vanity, warm Edison-style bulb lighting, and a fresh sage-green palette. Great for bath time with the little ones.
• Basement Bathroom - a convenient pedestal-sink 3/4 bathroom with a tall mirror and framed art, perfect for quick hand-washes without interrupting upstairs traffic.
★ Pet-Friendly & Dog-Friendly ★
We love hosting your four-legged family members! Our home is dog-friendly with durable floors throughout, a neighborhood for walks, and easy main-floor access. Battle Creek Regional Park is just minutes away with miles of dog-walking trails, and Lake Phalen isn't far either. Please review our pet policy during booking, well-behaved pets are always welcome.
★ Parking & Arrival ★
Private driveway parking on-site (no garage) with space for multiple vehicles - no street-parking stress after a long travel day. Self check-in with a smart lock makes late arrivals easy.
★ The Battle Creek Neighborhood & Twin Cities Location ★
Our home sits in the Battle Creek neighborhood on the East Side of St. Paul - a quiet, family-friendly residential area that puts you minutes from both downtown St. Paul and MSP Airport while keeping you close to nature.
Nearby parks & outdoor fun: • Battle Creek Regional Park (under 5 min) - hiking, mountain biking, sledding, and a popular summer water-play area • Indian Mounds Regional Park & Mississippi River overlook (~10 min) • Lake Phalen & Phalen Regional Park (~10 min) - beach, paddle boats, walking trails • Minnehaha Falls Regional Park (~15 min) - iconic 53-foot waterfall
Downtown St. Paul (~10 min): • Xcel Energy Center - Minnesota Wild hockey, concerts, family shows • CHS Field - St. Paul Saints baseball • Science Museum of Minnesota • Minnesota Children's Museum • Minnesota State Capitol • Cathedral of Saint Paul • Rice Park, Landmark Center, St. Paul Winter Carnival
Twin Cities attractions: • MSP International Airport (~15 min) • Mall of America in Bloomington (~15–20 min) - Nickelodeon Universe, SEA LIFE Aquarium, 500+ stores • Como Park Zoo & Conservatory (~15–20 min) - FREE admission, family favorite • Minnesota State Fairgrounds (~15–20 min) • Downtown Minneapolis, Target Field (Twins), U.S. Bank Stadium (Vikings) (~20 min) • University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus (~20 min) • Walker Art Center & Minneapolis Sculpture Garden (~25 min)
Great local restaurants & grocery: • Sun Ray Shopping Center (groceries, Target, Cub Foods) - 3 min • Cossetta's Italian Market (downtown St. Paul) • Mickey's Diner, Keg & Case Market, Grand Avenue shops and restaurants
★ Perfect For ★
Family vacations • Multi-generational trips • Family reunions • Holiday gatherings (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter) • Youth hockey, soccer, and baseball tournaments • Minnesota State Fair weekends • Minnesota Wild and Minnesota Twins game weekends • Twin Cities weddings and graduations • University of Minnesota parent weekends and move-in/out trips • Long weekend getaways with the kids and the dog • Snowbird spring/fall visits to family in Minnesota
★ Amenities at a Glance ★
• Sleeps up to 8 guests • 3 bedrooms (all upstairs): 1 king, 2 queen, 1 queen (sleeps 8 in beds + flexible sofa sleeping) • 2 bathrooms: 1 full + 1 half • Two separate living spaces (main floor + basement game room) • Fully equipped family kitchen with coffee maker • Free high-speed WiFi • Two smart TVs (main-floor living room + basement) • Foosball table • Washer and dryer on-site • Heat and central air conditioning • Fresh linens, towels, and hairdryer • Starter supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, shampoo, body wash) • Pet-friendly / dog-friendly • Private driveway parking • Self check-in with smart lock • Blackout curtains • Hand-painted murals, thoughtful design in every room
★ Book Your Battle Creek Family Getaway ★
Whether you're flying in for a Wild game, driving in for the State Fair, reuniting with extended family for the holidays, or just escaping for a weekend with the kids and the dog, our Battle Creek family home is ready to welcome you. Send us a message with your dates - we can't wait to host your crew!
