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The Spacious Surprise-Family and Long-Term Stays Welcome. Cozy & Pet-Friendly!
Apartment in Hastings with kitchen and fireplace
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Reviews
10 out of 10 
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Pioneer Park
- Place, Hastings College
- Place, Jacob Fisher Rainbow Fountain
- Airport, Grand Island, NE (GRI-Central Nebraska Regional)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
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 with permission (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.
• 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 with permission (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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM 
Minimum age to rent: 24 
Check out before 11:00 AM 
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17 
Events
No events allowed 
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total) 
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted 
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.
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 
About the area
Hastings
Hastings is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at DLD State Recreation Area and East Side Park and Mural, while Scott Studio Theatre and Hastings Museum of Natural and Cultural History are cultural highlights. 
Hastings, NE
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
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 2 min drive
- Russ's Market - 9 min walk
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Taco John's - 3 min drive
- carbbean - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie Bignell

Growing up between southwestern and northeastern Nebraska, I raised my children in Hastings.  I now enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Summit outside the windows of our acreage in Tekamah, Nebraska. We have assembled a great team in Hastings to help us give great service to our guests. My interests include being an aspiring singer-songwriter for my toddler granddaughter and learning interior design and construction skills after retiring from a 27-year career in mental health.  I have 13 grandchildren. I travel frequently, help with the babies and enjoy our recently built beach house in Bolivar Peninsula, Texas.
Why they chose this property
My family lived in this home until I relocated to Tekamah six years ago. I loved how walkable it was and the spaciousness of the home.  I could walk to the grocery store, the Catholic high school, Mary Lanning Hospital, and downtown within minutes.  The location is in a quiet area with a private driveway and ample parking on the street.
What makes this property unique
In my opinion there is no better deal in Hastings for clean, updated, comfortable and attractive lodging! This centrally located well-stocked space feels like a main floor unit due to its large egress windows and spacious rooms.  When you walk downstairs into the apartment it is easy to see why it's named The Spacious Surprise!  Large bedrooms with big closets, an extra sleeping space adjacent to the second bedroom, and a roomy front room, bathroom and kitchen all add to the airy comfortable experience you have when staying here.
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