Minnesota's Kitschy Vacation Rental Is A Popular '70s-Style Gem With Five Stars On Airbnb

If you hadn't previously considered visiting Minnesota, this kitschy Airbnb may have you packing your bags. Grandpa's Pool House is located about an hour to an hour-and-a-half from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, the best mega airport in the U.S. This five-bedroom, three-bath vacation home offers every possible amenity for a bachelorette party, birthday weekend, or any other celebration that calls for costumes and karaoke.

Every room in Grandpa's Pool House looks straight out a vintage Vogue magazine — it's full of little details curated by the owner, Eva, from antique shops. 1970s and '80s style lovers, rejoice: one bedroom features a round bed adorned with a gold duvet and a bear skin rug, a sparkling disco ball hanging over the bathtub in another. The pink room is packed with feminine accessories: items like a pink cowboy hat, fur shawl, and crystal bralette are all available for use during your stay. 

Beyond the decor, the house was designed so you never have to leave. A fully-stocked kitchen is ready for creative group dinners, and the outdoors have just as much to offer — a fire pit with tiki torches lines the back lawn next to a quiet stream, while yard games, a barbecue, and skewers for roasting marshmallows keep the evenings playful. The best part? The indoor heated pool, complete with floaties, a volleyball net, and plenty of areas to lounge. Several vintage stationary bikes line the deck, perfect for a photoshoot backdrop, and every nook of the house seems to offer other whimsical props for imaginative guests. 

Eva requires a minimum of two nights on the weekends, and pricing starts at $499 for two guests, plus cleaning fees and taxes. You can also make bookings purely for a quick photo shoot, starting at $250 for two hours — just message the host to enquire. For groups booking a memorable event at Grandpa's Pool House, you can even purchase themed merch, including tongue-in-cheek sweatshirts, perfect for the flight home after a memorable bachelorette party. The property maintains a stellar five stars on Airbnb, with rave reviews after every stay. One reviewer said it best: "I will be telling the tale of this place for years to come and I cannot wait to go back. 12/10 would recommend to anyone."

If you can manage to leave Grandpa's Pool House during your stay, tons of unique day trips abound. The most criminally underrated beach in the midwest is less than two hours away, or you can try a taste of German culture in New Ulm, known for its rambunctious Oktoberfest celebrations. Only about half an hour away, Sherburne International Wildlife Refuge offers prairie trails that are perfect for exploring on a crisp Minnesota afternoon.