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StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St!

Apartment in Lawrence with a fitness centre

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Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
In the heart of Lawrence, Kansas, 926 Tennessee Street offers a haven for those seeking comfort and convenience. This beautifully designed retreat is nestled near shops and restaurants where you can grab your morning coffee or unwind after a day of adventure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$297
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 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.

StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St!

Welcome to SugarSkull Retreat, a beautifully designed and tastefully decorated space where comfort, style, and seasonal charm come together. Perfect for an autumn getaway, this fully renovated two-bedroom, one-bath apartment offers a cozy, inviting atmosphere in the heart of Lawrence.

Stylish and Comfortable
Both bedrooms feature plush queen-size bedding and ample storage, providing a restful retreat after a day exploring the city. The spacious living room is ideal for relaxing, with a soft couch, 60-inch smart TV, and Sonos surround sound for memorable movie nights.

Our fully equipped kitchen is ready for your culinary creations, and complimentary coffee and tea are provided for a warm, welcoming start to your day.

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:
Fully renovated and professionally designed apartment
Fully stocked kitchen with all essentials
Comfortable queen-size beds
Ample parking, including space for trucks or trailers
Immaculately clean, with a dedicated cleaning team
Provided amenities: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, cotton balls, Q-tips, coffee, and tea

A Few Things to Keep in Mind:
Seven stairs to access the split-level apartment
Occasional footsteps from the apartment above
Minimal neighborhood noise; earplugs provided for light sleepers
No dining table

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 assist with any needs during your stay.

Book Your Stay:
Experience seasonal comfort, cozy charm, and stylish design at SugarSkull Retreat—your perfect home away from home in Lawrence.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Unit size: 797 square feet
  • Vegan dining options

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
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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

151939

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
  • Theatre Lawrence - 16 min walk - 1.4 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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Roost - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Lyon Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bourgeois Pig - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St!?

As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St! on 1 Dec 2025 start from NZ$296.66, 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 StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St! 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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StayAwhile: SugarSkull Retreat- 2 min/ Mass St! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Great place and location.

Great place, location and responsive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris G.

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

Perfect little apartment close to many things

My daughter and roommate stayed here for orientation and it was perfect for what they needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

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

Great Place To Stay

The place was super cute. Meet all our needs. I would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Perfect Spot Near Downtown

The apartment was super clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

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

Rock Chalk!

We really enjoyed our stay. Nice amenities and comfortable beds. Only a couple blocks from Mass Street
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Great stay

The property was clean, and communication with the host was smooth
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kim H.

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

Girls trip!!

A great place to stay. Close to Mass st.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

N B.

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

Lawrence Apartment

We stayed at Fernando’s property while visiting for Senior Day to see our son. The property was perfect and had the best time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great value

Was cool to be so close to main street
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis J.

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

Great stay close to Mass

Property went above expectation. Thank you for a wonderful time in Lawrence.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice place, the air worked really well. It was easy to find and get into. Just didn’t know it was a down stairs apartment, so it was a little different being somewhat under ground. But over all it was a nice stay. Would recommend it to other who Ned a place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric g.

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

Everything we needed

Close to Mass/historic downtown. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonia M.

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

Stay at KU

Comfortable unit in a great location especially if visiting a KU student.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christal K.

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

Great location and property

Our family was in town to see a KU basketball and football game. We loved the property and the location. Plenty of parking and easy walk to campus and Mass restaurants and shopping. Property management was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Junko R.

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

Cozy place

Very cute and cozy. Would love to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Just the right size

The stay was perfect, we had access to everything we needed and close to the places we needed to go in town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney P.

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

Great for a quick trip!

This is a great for a quick visit! Has everything you need and very close to Mass You can hear the people walking around in the apartment above you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shea G.

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

Perfect stay

Was accommodating quick on communication check and process is very smooth Absolutely love the interior decorating. We’re traveling for a family football trip with our youth kiddos so the space was needed very pleased with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bevin M., Richmond, USA

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

College Orientation

Wonderful place to stay. Comfortable with lively decor Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Great lil apartment

Well decorated and very cozy. Just like the description and photos. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita C.

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

Visited friend

Great location, good communication with host, clean and nicely decorated! Stocked with Keurig coffee making! Used the broiler to make toast for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So cute! Beautiful space and immaculately kept. I wished I had a stay longer than one night because it was comfy and warm. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deron B.

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

KU/KSU game

Great time. I look forward to my next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property with colorful decor and very clean. Parking was extremely accessible. Beds were comfortable. We appreciated the owners quick responses to our questions. All in all a very pleasant stay. Plan to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024