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The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
TV, fireplace
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom93 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hastings, NE
  • Pioneer Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hastings College
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Jacob Fisher Rainbow Fountain
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Grand Island, NE (GRI-Central Nebraska Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About the area

Hastings

At this holiday home you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Hastings Public Library and East Side Park and Mural. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a living room, a dining area and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Hastings holiday home include Dutton-Lainson Plaza and Pioneer Park.

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hastings College - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Jacob Fisher Rainbow Fountain - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hastings Museum of Natural and Cultural History - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Aquacourt - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Hastings Station - 6 min walk
  • Grand Island, NE (GRI-Central Nebraska Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Russ's Market - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪carbbean - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 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.

The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!

QUICK HIGHLIGHTS
• Extended stays welcome (2–90 days)
• Reasonably priced plus 20% off for 30-90 day stays
• Sleeps up to 6 (King, Queen, 2 Futons)
• Private entrance & driveway (free parking onsite)
• Fully equipped kitchen + appliances, stocked coffee bar
• Dedicated office with Printer & Wi-Fi
• In-unit washer & dryer (perfect for long stays)
• Pet-friendly (extras provided + small fee)
• Quiet street with green spaces, walkable to downtown
• White noise machines in both bedrooms

THE SPACE
Welcome to The Spacious Surprise, your home away from home in Hastings. Located just two blocks from the hospital, across from St. Cecilia, and within walking distance of downtown, this quiet, centrally located retreat is ideal for extended stays, traveling professionals, and families settling in for great stays from 2-90 days.

Though set in a basement apartment, guests enjoy a private entrance, private driveway, and large windows that make the space bright and inviting. With sleeping space for up to six (king, queen, futon, and fold-out sleeper), plus a walk-in closet that doubles as a flexible bonus room, the apartment adapts easily for longer-term comfort.

The fully equipped kitchen includes all major appliances and cookware, making it easy to prepare meals at home. You’ll also have a washer and dryer, reliable Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace/office, ensuring your stay is both comfortable and practical.

Why Long-Term Guests Love It:
• Private & quiet neighborhood, ideal for rest and focus
• Tastefully decorated, spacious cozy living areas that feel like home
• Full kitchen + laundry for convenience
• Flexible sleeping spaces for families or visiting guests
• Reasonably priced to reflect basement-level location
• White noise machines provided for added comfort

Pet-Friendly Stay
We welcome up to two dogs (with a $15 per pet, per day fee (less for stays over one week) and provide thoughtful extras: a large crate, dog bed, blankets for furniture, bowls, and waste bags.

Guest Access
You’ll have access to the private driveway, patio/yard space outside the main unit’s fence, and the entire apartment. Free parking is available onsite and on the street.

Extended Stay Policy
We host stays from 2 to 90 days. For visits longer than two weeks, guests are asked to schedule and cover a professional cleaning every two weeks ($95). This helps us keep the apartment fresh and comfortable for the duration of your stay.

Things to Note
• Basement unit: occasional sounds/footsteps may be heard from upstairs. White noise machines provided.
• Shower only (no bathtub).
• Must be able to walk down stairs to access the apartment.
• Driveway has minor cracks (does not affect use).
• Not a party property. Quiet Hours 10 pm-8 am.
• No smoking allowed inside the property.

We’re available via messaging anytime and happy to provide local tips, dining recommendations, and support during your stay. Settle in, stay a while, and enjoy the comfort, convenience, and value of The Spacious Surprise.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please empty and rinse ashtray from outside smoking area if you used it.
On Wednesdays, please take outdoor trashcan around the corner and leave next to the other trashcan next to the alley by the double garage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Quiet hours 10 pm to 8 am daily. This apartment is under another unit which necessitates quiet hours. if no one is upstairs, quiet hours don't apply.
You may need to get the outdoor trashcan from by the alley around the corner by the double garage if if's not by your entrance. Put back on Wed. night

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

773557

Frequently asked questions

Does The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!?

No, The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!?

No, only service animals are allowed.