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[3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat

Apartment in Lawrence with a fitness centre

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[3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

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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.

[3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat

StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat

Experience Lawrence like a local in this funky, newly remodeled apartment! Just two blocks from Mass Street and the KU campus, you’ll be in the heart of the action while still enjoying your own private retreat. With two bedrooms and one bathroom, there’s plenty of space for friends, family, or a weekend getaway packed with fun.

Your Home Base for Adventure:
The apartment is clean, stylish, and ready for you to make it your own. Lounge in the spacious living room with comfy seating and a flat-screen TV, or whip up a meal in the fully equipped kitchen—stove, oven, microwave, fridge, and all the essentials are included. Both bedrooms are cozy and bright, with ample storage, while the modern bathroom features a shower/tub combo and plenty of fluffy towels.

Relax, Recharge, Repeat:
Curl up with your favorite shows, sip morning coffee, or enjoy a quiet evening after exploring the city. Washer and dryer included for your convenience, plus high-speed WiFi keeps you connected whenever you need.

Prime Location, Endless Possibilities:

2-minute drive to downtown Lawrence
5-minute drive to Allen Fieldhouse, home of the Kansas Jayhawks
Walking distance to KU campus
Whether you’re here for the culture, sports, or the nightlife, your Cozy Retreat puts you in the perfect spot.

Getting Around:
Street parking is plentiful, and we recommend the alleyway for easy access and peace of mind. Lawrence’s bus system, “The T,” is nearby, and ride-sharing options like Uber or Lyft make exploring the city a breeze.

House Rules:

No pets
No food or beverages in bed/furniture
No parties
No smoking indoors or in our patio

Important Guest Info:
This is a self-service rental (not a hotel). Essentials like toilet paper, soap, and batteries are ready for you. Our team responds to messages between 7 AM–9 PM to help with anything you need.

Stay a While—Your Lawrence Adventure Starts Here
Book your stay now and get ready to explore, relax, and make this Cozy Retreat your home away from home.

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

Insta-worthy 2BR/1BA APT 2 Min walk-MASS/KU Lawrence
151884

About the area

Map
Lawrence, KS

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lawrence Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Kansas - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • South Park Wading Pool - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Allen Fieldhouse - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Lawrence Station - 15 min walk
  • Topeka, KS (FOE-Forbes Field) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Louise's Bar Downtown - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wheatfields - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Roost - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aladdin Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Mad Greek - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat?

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat on 22 Dec 2025 start from AU$208.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is [3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat located?

Located in Oread, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area Exhibit, Massachusetts Street and Lawrence Arts Center. Watkins Community Museum of History and South Park Wading Pool are also within 10 minutes. Lawrence Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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[3] StayAwhile: The Cozy Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

7.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place within walking distance to Mass Street. Super clean and very comfortable. Check in was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unit was well maintained and clean. Communication with host was excellent. Great proximity to campus (we walked to the football game) and Mass St (also walking distance)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little gem close to Mass

Nicely appointed, close to Mass, comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lariss T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place Quiet and comfortable. Easy access to KU . We had an issue with the AC which happened late Sunday evening. No one could come out to fix it, but the next day it was fixed and worked great the rest of our stay ! Overall very nice place and we enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pryscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very cozy spot and everything was nicely decorated. Loved staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We really enjoyed the property. Clean, good location and had everything we needed.We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect for what we needed. Great place and location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location in Lawrence!

Perfect location and everything you need for a comfortable stay in Lawrence, Kansas!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

We had an excellent time and the location is perfect for taking in all that this great college town has to offer!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment

Lovely apartment. We added the birthday extras and they were perfect. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classy & Convenient

This was the perfect place for our quick overnight stay. We will definitely seek Fernando’s property options for future trips.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very well stocked. Great location walking distance to KU and Mass Ave w loads of restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it

This place worked out perfect for our family. It is super clean and in a great location. Decorated cute and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little apartment

This is our second time staying at this property and it’s a cute little place that is in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!

It’s a lovely apartment in a great location! Close to shops and dining! It has everything you need for a a very comfy stay! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Well maintained and updated. Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, walk to Massachusetts St.

Great place within a 5 min walk to Massachusetts Street. Plus the giant TV made watching the Chiefs game all the better!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place while visiting KU!

We enjoyed our stay here while visiting KU! Cute vibe, very clean, and great location. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

Very happy with this apartment, tasteful decor, comfortable bed, quiet nights .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice

Really nice place. Professionally run. A real bargain for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and property!

So clean and convenient to Mass street. Everything you need for a comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

This was my second time staying at this property and I’ll have a hard time justifying staying anywhere else when I’m in Lawrence!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, newly renovated, and comfortable. Also great location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

KU Family Weekend

Great location within steps of Mass St. and a short drive to campus. Property was clean and perfect for having our daughter stay with us while we visited.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So cute and welcoming, will stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023