[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # \*THE BLACK SHEEP\* - Modern, Unique & Clean - BY MSU Vacation home with kitchen, near Minnesota State University ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70930000/70926000/70925943/0397f3da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70930000/70926000/70925943/ccb67d02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70930000/70926000/70925943/6f6f38d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70930000/70926000/70925943/1970a5b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70930000/70926000/70925943/50a9be48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled near MSU College Campus, The Black Sheep offers a modern retreat with warm touches. Enjoy high-speed internet, cable & Netflix in the comfort of your temporary home. Laundry facilities on the main level and garage parking provide added convenience for longer stays. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### \*THE BLACK SHEEP\* - Modern, Unique & Clean - BY MSU NEW! Welcome to The Black Sheep. This newly built 2021 house is perfect for your next stay. You will love the modern charm and warm touches this place has to offer. Located just 2 minutes from MSU College Campus it is the perfect location. Also close to many food places. High speed internet, cable & netflix will make you feel right at home. Laundry is available on the main level for those longer stays. The garage is also available for you to use for those Minnesota winter days. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105760000/105752900/105752848/8e91f2c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### \-The Cotton House- Modern, Clean, Close to MSU! 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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 \*THE BLACK SHEEP\* - Modern, Unique & Clean - BY MSU Mankato ## About the area Mankato is home to this vacation home. Cinemark River Hills Mall Movies 8 and Mount Kato Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit WOW Zone Family Entertainment Center and Drive A Tank. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Blakeslee Stadium or Taylor Center. 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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](https://www.expedia.ca/Mankato-Hotels-THE-BLACK-SHEEP-Modern.h70925943.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at *THE BLACK SHEEP* - Modern, Unique & Clean - BY MSU? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at *THE BLACK SHEEP* - Modern, Unique & Clean - BY MSU? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is *THE BLACK SHEEP* - Modern, Unique & Clean - BY MSU located? > Situated in Mankato, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Minnesota State University, Taylor Center, and Blakeslee Stadium. Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato and Betsy & Tacy's House Tours & Gift Shop are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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