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Upscale comfort . Walk to Mayo, trails, parks, shopping

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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Rochester, MN
  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Mayo Clinic
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mayo Civic Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Upscale comfort . Walk to Mayo, trails, parks, shopping

2 Bedroom Spacious upscale apartment in the heart of downtown Rochester. Modern comfort within walking distance to Mayo Clinic Campus, restaurants, shopping and more. On bus route if you don't want to walk. Located on the second floor. There are stairs so keep this in mind. Fully furnished with all kitchen items, bedding, towels. Laundry on site. Price includes everything including WIFI, parking, and laundry! ~Nice~ Also large screen ROKU smart TV's. . This apartment also has a private deck off of the kitchen.
Mayo Clinic Campus is an easy 10-20 minute walk depending on which building you need to go to. Grocery shopping, Restaurants, Walgreens, salons, Brewery's and more are within 2-3 blocks. A pretty park is also within 2 blocks.
During the summer months, you can relax in the evenings in the backyard and enjoy the garden's and beautiful Minnesota summer nights.

I strive to make my guests as comfortable as possible, and I know I can not make everyone happy but I do the very best I can. Many people seem to not take the time to do reviews so here are some other reviews from guests who book from me on another site.

Joanne was there to meet us the day we arrived and gave us a brief tour of the apartments features. She was readily available by phone/text when we needed her. Beds were comfy and the TV was a great feature.

What Cheryl loved about your listing:
I liked the convenience to be able to walk to the Mayo Clinic at St Mary's Hospital where my husband was admitted for surgery. The location close to Walgreens, the Hy Vee grocery store, restaurants, and convenience stores was also nice. After his discharge from the hospital it was nice to be able to walk on the paved running/biking path nearby. The Roku TV was very nice too since we were limited in our ability to go outside much.

Joanne was wonderful! I booked the apartment a couple months in advance and we kept in contact throughout the entire process. My boyfriend and I were visiting because he had appointments at Mayo Clinic. The apartment was indeed cute and cozy!! It was perfect for what we needed- commuting back and forth from Mayo, preparing a few meals, and even renting movies from the red box at Walgreens right down the block! The little "fire place" kept us plenty warm and we even could do laundry here. Joanne met us when we arrived and gave us a little tour of our new temporary home. She also encouraged us to contact her if we needed anything at all. The apartment was clean and safe and I would definitely recommend anyone to stay at Joanne's if they're visiting the Rochester, MN area. Thanks again! :)

What Ariel loved about your listing:
Thank you again Joanne. It was a pleasure meeting you and staying at the apartment!

I really enjoyed my stay. Joanne was very helpful and has a lovely place! I would definitely recommend staying here.

January 2016

Joanne was a great host! Month's stay flew by. Had to stay an extra day and Joanne was incredibly accommodating. The apartment is right beside good restaurants and supermarket and only a short walk to St Mary's Hospital and to downtown. Would stay again any time!

What Aisling loved about your listing:
Thanks for everything!

November 2015

I stayed in Joanne's apartment again for a month (Sep-Oct 2015) during my treatment at Mayo. As previously, Joanne has been quick to respond, available for whatever I needed and made me feel at home. I could not wish for a better host and a nicer place to stay in a Rochester.

October 2015

Joanne immediately welcomed us when we arrived in Rochester. As soon as we saw the apartment, we realized it was better than we could have hoped. The kitchen was well-equipped and the environment was cozy. It was excellent to have access to a washer and drier right outside our door. Just a few steps farther was the only grocery store you will ever need. If you are staying for the Mayo Clinic, the core campus is only a short walk away. Joanne was also nice enough to lend us two bikes for our stay. We highly recommend this apartment.

What Harry loved about your listing:
Thank you Joanne for creating such a lovely living space. I had a great time in Rochester. -Cliff

August 2015

Joanne was very friendly and helpful. The apartment was clean and comfortable. Good wifi connection. It is in a nice neighbourhood and good location - we had a car for some of the time and some of the time we didn't but the location worked well in both cases. We stayed for several weeks and this was definitely the best option for us in Rochester in terms of price, comfort and convenience.

What Mark loved about your listing:
Space and location

My husband and I stayed in Joanne's apartment for 9 days while I was undergoing testing at the Mayo Clinic. Joanne has been awesome in every possible way - she responded to my texts and calls immediately and greeted us herself upon our arrival. She is very pleasant, and has renovated and decorated this place with so much love and care. The apartment is exactly as shown in pictures - clean, neat, and has absolutely everything for a most comfortable stay. The location is amazing - absolutely everything is within a walking distance. I will have to come back to Mayo for follow ups later this year and I will definitely first check if this apartment is available. Outstanding experience in every way.

April 2015

So with that, I hope that if you are visiting Rochester, you give my place a try. I do not think you will be disappointed.

Thanks for checking out my space!
Joanne
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Kutzky Park Tennis Center. Features include laundry facilities. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 9 minutes by foot from Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus and a 2-minute drive from Mayo Clinic
As a guest of Upscale comfort . Walk to Mayo, trails, parks, shopping, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rochester apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Joanne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart Downtown Rochester
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart Apartment
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart Apartment
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart Downtown Rochester
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart Apartment
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart Downtown Rochester
Upscale Comfort Mayo Clinic Campus Heart

Upscale comfort . Walk to Mayo, trails, parks, shopping Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Von B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Met our needs perfectly. Joanne was great to work with.A dishwasher would have been nice as well as individual thermostat but those are minor and not a big deal. Would stay again with no problem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

The location was very convenient to get back and forth to Mayo.
Stayed 20 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from homes :)

The host was excellent and answered questions promptly- we needed an extended stay place in between getting into our new house. This was affordable and quaint- felt like a little vacation- we enjoyed the yard, patio table, comfy couches and big TV. Very comfy decor- felt like a vintage cabin! Only slight downside is if you are going to seriously cook-some of the utensils could use an upgrade- but all kitchen appliances worked well. Everything was clean- beds very comfortable. When you thought of something you might need- just look in the closet! Fans, xtra pillows, blankets- all available. Parking was also nice- even for two cars. The laundry equipment was very nice and worked well. The doors locked well and felt safe and secure. It was a great, affordable, comfortable place- exactly what we needed during a stressful time in between homes!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Suzette E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review: Summer Treatment at Mayo

Apt #3 (upstairs) is in good condition. I gave the owner 3 minor items that needed fixing when I left, but overall, it’s what is stated on the website. Positives - it’s got two bedrooms, one bath, kitchen and living room. The internet worked well before a weather event. There are two Wi-Fi’s, so if there is an issue, there is a backup. If you need to go to Mayo, it is an easy 1 mile walk (one way). It was a perfect distance to get some exercise. The apartment is very close to Hy-vee grocery store and there are many restaurants close by that I would recommend (see ratings on Yelp). Easy access to highway 52 and the Twin Cities are only 1 hour & 20 minutes away. I found the cost of the apartment was about 1/2 of a hotel and it had space for 2-3 people. Building is quiet and is a safe place to stay. The clothes washer and dryer are large units and do a good job. Negatives - it’s an older building and there is a standing A/C unit that sits in the living room but is only needed during warm summer months. It is effective, but noisy. It also is a little difficult to push the A/C into the far back bedroom. Three fans were provided. The basement has a pretty low ceiling. I am 6’2” and had to bend over to move in the basement. Workspace is limited. I used the kitchen table as my location for my computer work station. The chairs are functional but not necessarily comfortable for an 8 hour work day. Overall, this rental was a great value and I will stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 40 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Our stay was great. Host was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice apartment for Mayo Clinic Visit

This apartment is the top floor of a multi-family home (or similar). You get the whole floor to yourself with a workable kitchen, bathroom, and two reasonably sized bedrooms. A short drive to Mayo Clinic, restaurants, and grocery stores, and there is a walgreens within walking distance. The host was extremely responsive and helpful, no issues there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debora G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay again

This is the second time we have stayed at this property. The first time was in apartment 2 and this time in apartment 3. We are in Rochester for medical visits and this property is such a great location. Easy to get to Mayo. Close to Walgreens, Hyvee and a gas station. (within walking distance.) The apartment was clean and well-kept. Very appreciative of the owner' s hospitality. The only thing to note which I didn't catch on the reservation is that apartment 3 has a full staircase to walk up.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria L E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxed stay for medical visit

Joanne was able to meet us on a slightly later schedule because of the length of time it took us to get to Rochester. It was so much better to stay here than get a motel for my medical visit to Mayo Clinic. It was roomier than the pictures showed, as well. It was very home-y and comfortable. Would definitely come here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W., Cheyenne, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Neighborhood

This is the 3rd time I’ve stayed here. It’s perfect for me quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florence F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful time.

Excellent time. Only problem was that my sister and I, who are both in our 70's, didn't take into account the stairs. That would be the only reason we would not use this unit again. The manager was there to meet us and there was a designated parking space for us and she showed us around the unit. Very well done. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mayo Clinic Visit to Rochester

The apartment was very clean and just adorable! The beds were very comfortable! Easy communication with Joanne! Will stay again if I ever am up that way!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W., Cheyenne, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Fabulous Stay at this Property

We come for regular treatment at Mayo. This is our second stay here and Joanne is fantastic. The house is clean tidy & cozy. We love having a wonderful home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

No complaints, just happy

Great location. Very "homey" and warm and like my aunt just stepped out of her house and gave it to me. Not "perfect" (it is a 1940's building) which I like which made me comfortable. I just felt truly at home Small touches of thoughtfulness that I discovered as I stayed there. Good washer and dryer, thank god. Truly no complaints.
Stayed 25 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness

convenient and comfortable

This was a perfect accommodation for me. Groceries, liquor, gas, coffee, and pharmacy all within approximately a block away. Nice kitchen and comfortable beds. Great space. Thank you
Stayed 50 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine K., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

cozy home

We had appointments at Mayo Clinic for a week. The apartment very close to clinic. It is a perfect place to stay, super cozy and very clean. walkable to grocery store and walgreens. we loved our stay and Joanne was wonderful to work with. Staying again in December. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint Place

Joanne was the perfect hostess! She met us there upon arrival and went over everything with us in detail. A short drive, 7 minutes to the Mayo Clinic. Walk to Walgreens and or the HyVee right around the corner. Everything was clean and neat, bed was comfortable and having a washer and dryer on site was a huge plus. We would definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

If we come to Rochester again, we will stay here if it is available.

This was a very comfortable place for the two of us to stay while receiving care at Mayo Clinic. Joanne is very personable, and we enjoyed meeting here. We had plenty of privacy. It was nice to eat most of our meals in-house, our sheets and mattresses were comfortable, and we enjoyed having televisions in the living room and bedrooms. The temperature in the apartment was nice and cool, which was a bonus as we are used to hot weather this time of year. I got out and walked at least an hour everyday through the neighborhood and found that I could walk to the Mayo building in about 10 minutes. (I am a fast walker.) We were very satisfied with our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Diane Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and convenient

Joanne met us upon arrival to check us in. Apartment was comfortable and convenient to grocery store, drug store, etc. Having a space to relax while dealing with stress of medical appointments was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for our needs.

This VRBO was all it stated it was. It is located very close to Mayo Clinic which was a plus for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Mike R.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Expectations not met

I rented this vrbo with the intention to have a place for my daughter to recover during her cancer treatments. When we got there, the amount of dust was incredible. The place was not recently cleaned or sanitized as advertised. When we attempted to contact the owner about the situation, texts remained unanswered for over 2 hours. It was a desperate call just before midnight with the threat to continue calls every 30 minutes until they were answered, did we hear back. And then instead of an apology and offer to clean it or make arrangements until it could be cleaned, we were met with questions and arguments about how clean it was. Even after sending pictures, the denial continued until we sent a video of a finger sweep of the dust. Someone is collecting cleaning fees and not doing their job. I will credit the owner in that she did offer to clean the place, but that was almost an hour into the debate about how clean it was and me leading her to agree it was not clean with the pics and video. If night #1 was starting this was, I could not imagine 5 weeks of this. Very unhappy!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kat G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

Located minutes from Mayo clinic. Secure building. Ample space for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Just what we we’re looking for our stay! Had what we needed an more.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

I was very pleased with the place. It was very clean and nice. It was also very well stocked, so I had what I needed for cooking. It is in a nice neighborhood next to a walkway along a creek. Joanne was also very timely in responding to questions and was there when I checked in. It is a very convenient walk to Mayo. It was a 20-25 minute walk through a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We were in Rochester for a week of appointments at Mayo Clinic. This is a great place to stay for anyone willing to walk 20 minutes or so (through pleasant, quiet neighborhoods) to the clinic buildings. It is so nice to have space to spread out (living room, two bedrooms, kitchen) compared to a hotel room, along with the opportunity to cook and store food. We especially enjoyed time in the beautiful back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020