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[4] StayAwhile: The Modern Retreat, Steps from Mass St!

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Lawrence, KS
  • University of Kansas
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Allen Fieldhouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Haskell Indian Nations University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the area

Lawrence

With a stay at this apartment in Lawrence (Oread), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of University of Kansas and Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit. .This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Massachusetts Street and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lawrence Arts Center.
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What's nearby

  • Lawrence Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Kansas - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Allen Fieldhouse - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Haskell Indian Nations University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lied Center of Kansas - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 15 min walk
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Louise's Bar Downtown - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Stand at The Casbah - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wheatfields - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cellar Door - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Greek - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

[4] StayAwhile: The Modern Retreat, Steps from Mass St!

StayAwhile: The Modern Retreat

Welcome to The Modern Retreat, your stylish HQ in the heart of downtown Lawrence. This newly renovated two-bedroom, one-bath apartment is your launchpad for exploring the city’s charm, from morning coffee strolls to vibrant nightlife on Mass Street. When it’s time to unwind, our serene and thoughtfully designed space welcomes you for the perfect recharge.

Your Stylish, Comfortable Home Away From Home
Step inside to a spotless, cozy haven. The living room offers plenty of seating and a flat-screen TV for entertainment. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook your favorite meals. Bedrooms are comfortable, with high-end bedding and ample storage, while the modern bathroom comes stocked with towels for your convenience.

Prime Location
2-minute walk to Mass Street
3-minute drive to the University of Kansas
9-minute drive to Rock Chalk Park

Why You’ll Love It
85-inch TV with Sonos surround sound for epic entertainment
Prime downtown location—close to the action yet quiet at night
Impeccable cleanliness with our 12-step cleaning process
Complimentary pack-n-play and queen air mattress upon request
Fully equipped kitchen and high-end bedding for a restful stay
Blackout curtains in every room for the perfect sleep environment
Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, coffee, tea, and other essentials provided

A Few Things to Keep in Mind
Eight steps to access the apartment
No formal dining table, but casual meals are easy to enjoy
Possible minor noise from the nearby University; earplugs provided
Pets not allowed
Smoking strictly prohibited

Important Guest Info
This is a self-service rental, not a hotel. Essentials like toilet paper, soap, and batteries are ready for your stay. Our team responds to messages between 7 AM and 9 PM to help during your stay.

Book Your Stay
Experience the perfect combination of style, comfort, and convenience in downtown Lawrence. Reserve The Modern Retreat now and start your adventure!
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.
Guests will find features like 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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

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

  • Unit size: 797 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

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[4] StayAwhile: The Modern Retreat, Steps from Mass St! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay! Would definitely recommend it. Communication was quick and easy. Beautiful trees area. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean

My priorities are clean and comfortable and this place offered both. It is also a convenient walk to stores and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

Great location!Has everything you need for a weekend in Lawrence. Fan in bathroom didn’t work so probably should be fixed for moisture.Loved the little closet and plants hanging everywhere-very homey feeling!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute apartment on Tennessee close to Mass Street

Great location and communication with property manager was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Excellent location and cozy interior
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

College visit

Great decor and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke E.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The furniture and beds/bedding were fantastic! Decor was nice and we loved the green plants throughout the apartment! Such a great touch!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

As always these properties are warm and welcoming! The check in process is so simple. The location is ideal located in the heart of Lawerence. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Place!

A beautiful place close to downtown and the KU campus. Everything we could have wanted for our two day visit. Our host went above and beyond; we’ll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing host, beautiful place

The unit is stunning is a lovely area, just a walk from the bars. The host is absolutely incredible, full credit. So helpful and flexible to our needs. Will deffo stay again. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorilee B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

They thought of everything! So comfy! We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy, Cozy, Well Decorated

Great property that has been well decorated with all the creature comforts necessary for a great stay. Definitely prefer this over any hotel in town. Don't be fooled by the outside of the apartment complex.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Loved the location and the place had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

KU Orientation trip

Great clean place with all the modern amenities you need for your stay. Easy walking distance to Mass. street and KU This place was way better than a local hotel. And the price was better than most options
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great apartment!

Loved every part of this property. Eclectic decor was fun, location fantastic snd Fernando was quick to answer my questions. Would definitely return to this apartment. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient and perfect!

Wish I had found this earlier! Stayed for KU’s graduation and it was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little apartment

Great little 2 bedroom apartment. Clean, easily accessible. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Trip

Stayed one night on a quick trip. The unit was clean, comfortable and had a parking spot. The check-in / check-out process was very easy. I will book this place again for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loren and Theresa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will try and rent again when we come back in the area in a couple months.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023