Erik’s Retreat is a nonprofit organization that offers upscale guest accommodations run by young adults with autism. They are concierges, chefs, tour guides, and more! Meaningful careers are scarce for them. You're part of the solution. When you stay with us, you’ll be centrally located with wonderful amenities, all while providing living quarters, social opportunities, and significant work for our members. Welcome to Erik's Retreat. Where vision knows no bounds. Please visit our website! MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: Please note that in order to book this room, you must be 21 years of age or older. Guests must also present a valid ID prior to check-in. CHECK-IN PROCESS: We are currently operating a self-check-in process. We will be in contact with you prior to your check-in to relay all necessary information for a smooth check-in. This room contains one queen bed, an executive desk, a Keurig, and an elegant European-style 3/4 bath. It can comfortably accommodate up to two guests. Every room offers a Smart TV, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary coffee and tea. Complimentary treats are provided in your room upon arrival, and are made with love in small batches for our guests by members Maggie and Erik. Please enjoy! Sit in the quaint gazebo and read a book, spend an afternoon in the elegant sitting room with your laptop, or break a sweat in our brand-new fitness room. Check-in is from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., but we can accommodate for later arrivals with advance notice. One of our members will be there to show you the room and it's many amenities. Erik’s Retreat is located in the center of everything the Twin Cities has to offer. We are a ten-minute drive from the Mall of America and downtown Minneapolis. We are also within walking or biking distance to Lake Harriet and a number of parks and lakes. The Southdale Center shopping mall is in our backyard and high-end shopping is available just minutes away at Galleria. Additionally, we are very close to the Bloomington, Edina, and Eden Prairie business corridor off of I-494. Minneapolis has many taxi companies to offer. The area is also serviced by Uber and Lyft. Additionally, we are one block away from a city bus stop.