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[2BR]The Mocha StayAwhile Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, stereo
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
TV, fireplace, stereo
TV, fireplace, stereo

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Lawrence, KS
  • Place, Haskell Indian Nations University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Kansas
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Allen Fieldhouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the area

Lawrence

With a stay at this apartment in Lawrence, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of University of Kansas and Broken Arrow Park. .This apartment is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Park Plaza and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Haskell Indian Nations University.
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What's nearby

  • Haskell Indian Nations University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Kansas - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Allen Fieldhouse - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lied Center of Kansas - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Rock Chalk Park - 12 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 12 min drive
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

[2BR]The Mocha StayAwhile Retreat

Welcome to StayAwhile: The Mocha Retreat—a beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment that blends elegance, comfort, and convenience. Located on the south side of Lawrence, this retreat is just minutes from Mass Street, KU, and local parks, making it perfect for families, friends, or groups.

Highlights:

Spacious Bedrooms: Two cozy bedrooms with premium queen-size beds, plus an extra full-size bed for additional guests.

Modern Bathrooms: Two spa-like bathrooms with sleek, contemporary fixtures.

Entertainment Ready: 85-inch TV, surround sound system, and stylish décor in the living room.

Fully Equipped Kitchen: Stocked with cookware, utensils, and coffee essentials.

Bright & Airy: Large windows fill the space with natural light.

Convenience: Washer/dryer, high-speed Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee, and two private parking spots.

Exclusive Perk: 24/7 access to a premier fitness studio nearby.

Location:

The back of the apartment opens to a serene walking trail.
5 minutes to local stores.
7 minutes to Mass Street’s dining, shopping, and culture.
Easy access to KU campus and Rock Chalk Park.

Things to Know:

Apartment is on the second floor and requires a short flight of stairs.

While soundproofing has been enhanced, some light noise from neighbors may be heard.

Living room window currently does not have a shade—custom coverage is on the way.

The neighborhood has narrow streets and some on-street parking; extra care may be needed.

A neighbor occasionally has his car on jack stands in the back lot (doesn’t affect parking or access, but visible).

Why Guests Love It:
The Mocha Retreat combines modern comforts, thoughtful design, and a peaceful setting. With close proximity to parks, downtown Lawrence, and KU, it’s the perfect balance of relaxation and convenience.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Gym

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Seniors-only community
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

352968

[2BR]The Mocha StayAwhile Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna T., North Shore, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in Lawrence! Everything you need & good location. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness
There were 5 of us and were all quite comfortable. Living area on the smaller side but we made it work for the few minutes we were there. Quiet older neighborhood with a neighboring park to walk through at the end of a dead end street. Very peaceful and serene even though it’s in the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was very clean and it's modern decor is so pretty. The Host was very nice and responsive, and the check-in process was simple. Would recommend for Lawrence stays!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property with easy check-in and the manager was wonderfully communicative with helpful information about the property. Location was great next to a trail, and it was very comfortable with nice little touches to make you feel welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge F., Allen TX

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an awesome stay at the Mocha StayAwhile Retreat. Great space, very quiet home on end of the street backing up to a walking trail and nature preserve. The hose had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. We appreciate the opportunity to stay at this property and look forward to doing so again next time we are in Lawrence.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kristin G.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as Advertised

The property was great. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness

KU Orientation Stay

We drove in to take our daughter to orientation at KU. This apartment was perfect for us. The property was clean and the owner was very responsive. Will definitely return for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Daphne N.

Liked: Cleanliness

disappointed

I was disappointed- I had communicated that we had 6 adults staying. The listing says sleeps 6. I had expressed that i had not done a VRBO before and we would not get to the house until midnight ( since we were at a wedding and couldn't check in before). We got there and found that there was only sleeping for four. i had to send my son and his fiancé out at midnight to find a hotel. I contacted the manager and he said there was an airbed in a box in a closet. We never saw that... and also didn't see any blankets or pillows. He said there was a sleeping spot downstairs, but that door was locked.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. The host was very responsive and helpful. Was a great location to anything in the area, the university, Massachusetts avenue and all sorts of lovely parks. We especially loved being right next to the trail system. Great for walks after dinner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I stayed on night on our way from Kentucky to Colorado. The retreat is as nice as advertised. Located close to amenities and multiple eateries. The host was easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise V L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Accomodations

This is a great place to stay. It is located within a 5-15 drive from all kinds of stores, including grocery stores, restaurants, downtown, Kansas University, and others. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. There is a walking trail just yards from the apartment. The views from the apartment are beautiful and peaceful. The apartment is spacious and well equipped. The bed that I used was very comfortable. There is a desk in one of the bedrooms, but the dining table was great place to work too. The only disappointment for me was that the the living room with the large TV and comfortable sofa is right over the bedroom of the downstairs unit and the occupants can hear the TV, even when it is set at a lower volume. I'm a night owl, so I ended up having to watch TV after 10:00 pm in the bedroom. Despite that, I really enjoyed staying here and will rent this apartment again if I come back to Lawrence.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammi W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

Super clean and comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

This property is a beautifully decorated and functional home to stay in after exploring the local community. The beds were extremely comfortable and easy to fall asleep in. The kitchen was well equipped for making meals, and entertainment was certainly covered by the surround system and extremely large smart TV! Truly enjoyed our family stay at this property! The communication with the management team was also on point!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reid R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Stay

Clean comfortable. Central location. Loved that there was a trail so close.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

This was the perfect place to stay for Moms weekend with my KU senior! Clean, safe, quiet, but close to Mass street and campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

The house was very comfortable and beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just fantastic! really cool place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice! The decor was very chic and modern. Everything was clean and nice. The place was right next to a park trail.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025