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Close 2 Forest Park | Fenced Yard for Pets | Food, shops

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Living room with adjacent kitchen and dining
Bedroom 1 with memory foam king bed and Roku TV
Bedroom 2 with memory foam queen bed and Roku TV
Main level renovated bathroom
Stocked kitchen w/ coffee pot and Nespresso machine

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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St. Louis, MO
  • Forest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • St. Louis Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Washington University in St. Louis
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Back Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Front Twin Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Lower Level King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle King Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower level en suite bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Close 2 Forest Park | Fenced Yard for Pets | Food, shops

Welcome to Maravilla House in the Dogtown Neighborhood of St. Louis!
• Beds: 2 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin
• Fenced yard with gate
• High speed WiFi
• Off Street Parking for 2-3 vehicles
• Fully Stocked Kitchen
• Coffeemakers: Nespresso and drip
• 1 mile from Forest Park which features the Zoo, Art Museum, Missouri History Museum, Science Center, Jewel Box, fitness trails, and more.

Close to Washington Univ, Barnes Hospital, St. Louis Univ.

This home is a perfect fit for families coming to visit their Wash U/SLU students, or relatives in Dogtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Also great for friends coming in town for a Cardinals/Blues/STL City SC game, concert, or friends weekend! Weekend getaway with the kids to visit Forest Park and more!

KITCHEN
- Pots and pans, baking dishes
- Drinking glasses, plates, bowls, coffee mugs, mixing bowls, cutting boards, knives, and dish towels
- The kitchen has a dishwasher, gas oven/stove, microwave, standard refrigerator and freezer with ice maker, toaster, blender

LIVING ROOM AND DINING
- Large sofa & coffee table
- Dining table with room for 8

COFFEE BAR
- Nespresso brand espresso maker and drip coffee machine
- We provide a couple of sweetener options
- For those not wanting to make it yourself, walk down the street to Sweet Em's - they have coffee, ice cream and other tasty treats too!

PRIMARY BEDROOM
- King size memory foam bed
- Located on the main level of the house
- Wall mounted Roku TV
- Room darkening curtains

2nd BEDROOM
- Queen size memory foam bed
- Located on the main level of the house
- Wall mounted Roku TV
- Room darkening curtains

3rd BEDROOM
- Twin size memory foam bed
- Located on the main level of the house
- Room darkening curtains

MAIN FLOOR BATHROOM
- Bathtub/shower combo
- Hair dryer and fluffy towels provided
- Shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided

Downstairs level BEDROOM
- King size memory foam bed
- En suite bathroom
- Large work desk with office chair
- Reading corner
- Large closet

Downstairs level BATHROOM
- Stand-up shower
- Towels, shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided

ENTERTAINMENT
- Main level living room has Roku TV
- Use your own login to access a variety of streaming apps, some live TV available via Roku apps
- Games are housed near the downstairs TV
- Books for perusing
- High speed//fiber internet - WiFi speeds up to 500 Mbps
- Work spaces include desks in the basement bedroom and the twin bedroom, as well as the large dining room table.

OUTDOORS
- Front porch is great for check in when it's rainy or snowy
- Covered carport with outdoor table and seating for 6

LAUNDRY + CLEANING
- Washer and dryer in home
- Laundry detergent and dryer sheets provided
- Cleaning supplies, dishwasher pods, vacuum, and broom
- We provide a starter pack of paper towels, garbage bags and toilet paper (which typically is plenty for a 3 day stay!)

We have put a lot of thought and detail into this home, and we are sure you will love it during your stay here in St. Louis. If we missed anything or you have any questions, just shoot us a message! We typically respond in 1-2 hours (usually sooner, but just in case we are in a movie theatre)

Driving Distances:
1.2 mi/6 min - Zoo in Forest Park
1.9 mi/7 min - Washington University
2.2 mi/6 min - St. Louis Science Center
2.6 mi/9 min - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
4.2 mi/10 min - St. Louis University
4.6 mi/12 min - Fox Theatre
5.4 mi/11 min - St. Louis City Soccer Club CITYPARK
5.5 mi/12 min - Aquarium at Union Station
5.9 mi/12 min - St. Louis Blues Enterprise Center
6.7 mi/10 min - St. Louis Cardinals Busch Stadium
6.9 mi/14 min - Downtown Convention Center
8.0 mi/15 min - The Gateway Arch
12.0 mi/16 min - Lambert St. Louis International Airport

You will have full access to this home and we will provide contact-free check-in information after booking. Parking under the carport for 1 vehicle and room for 1-2 additional cars on the long-ish driveway.

Pets are allowed with prior approval and deposit. Dog kennel available on request. Our insurance policy prohibits certain breeds so disclosure of your pet's size and breed is required.

There is a multidirectional camera on the exterior of the property with views of the front and side doors for the safety of our guests & property. There are no cameras facing the interior of the property.

FAQ's

Early check-in?
- We cannot guarantee an early check-in. We use the precious little time we have to prepare the home for you! Assume check-in will be at 3pm but you can reach out the day of check-in and we might be able to accommodate. If you NEED an early check in, consider booking the night before so you can check-in upon arrival.

Late Check-out?
- Maybe. It depends on our next guests. We will not guarantee a late check out until the day before checkout. Reach out and we will see if we can accommodate! If you need extra time, consider booking an additional night so you can leave at your leisure.

Luggage Drop Off?
- Sometimes. Let us know what you need and how much stuff and we will try to accommodate.

Can I book on behalf of a friend, family member, or co-worker?
- No. Third party bookings are prohibited. Please have the person who is staying book themselves.

Is the home suitable for children?
- Sure is! We have a couple items that will help out. Pack n Play (upon request), toddler mattress, door at the top of the stairs, high chair, kid dinnerware & utensils.

Can we bring pets?
- Mostly yes! Pets are allowed with prior approval and deposit. Dog kennel available on request. Our insurance policy prohibits certain breeds so disclosure of your pet's size and breed is required.

Can we have people over?
- Yes, kind of. We expect all guests to be listed on the reservation. If you are having people pop in, give us a heads up. We will not allow open invite parties or a number of people over what our city occupancy limit allows!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets are allowed with prior approval and deposit.
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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 place used towels in the bathtub
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rearranging the furniture is not allowed.

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
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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Louis

Dogtown, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, is home to this holiday home. Fox Theater and City Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include St. Louis Union Station and Gateway Arch. Travelling with kids? Make time for St. Louis Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Busch Stadium.
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St. Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Forest Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • St. Louis Science Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Skinker Station - 5 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 11 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's / Red Burrito - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Close 2 Forest Park | Fenced Yard for Pets | Food, shops pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Close 2 Forest Park | Fenced Yard for Pets | Food, shops?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close 2 Forest Park | Fenced Yard for Pets | Food, shops?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Close 2 Forest Park | Fenced Yard for Pets | Food, shops located?

This family-friendly St. Louis holiday home is located in Dogtown, within 2 mi (3 km) of Forest Park and St. Louis Zoo. Washington University in St. Louis is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Gage S.

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

Nice place

This as a nice place in a great area for what our group wanted to go do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Easter weekend

House was perfect for my family and was great to be able to bring dogs . We were able to walk to eat out and see things!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhananjay J.

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

Nice and clean property

Close 2 Park is a nicely maintained and very clean property. It has 3 bedrooms and one bathroom on main floor and 1 bedroom and bathroom in basement along with living rooms on both floors. Kitchen was fully equipped with new appliances.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

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

Maravilla

Nice place on a nice quiet street. Close to everything in STL. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eaton F.

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

Great weekend in STL!

Within walking distance to coffee, restaurants and brewery . Quiet neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann J.

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

Family Reunion

We were in town for a family reunion.The house was perfect for us. The high chair and pack and play were very nice to have.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shyla S.

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

Great location and perfect size

Comfortable seating, plenty of parking, nice kitchen, easy access to St. Louis highways. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Laura B.

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

Nice, quiet stay.

The house was in a very quiet neighborhood and was mostly clean. The basement bedroom had some spiderwebs around the windows that the cleaning crew missed, but we used the provided vacuum to take care of that. The tub and shower were both fairly slick and there are no grab bars. We had handicapped people with us, so that was difficult. The toiletries provided in the bathrooms were great. Overall, the house met our needs and was as advertised. The beds were reasonably comfortable, and the kitchen was great. I would definitely stay there again when in town.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan A.

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

Great stay

Clean, spacious, beds were good, location ideal for us. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie R.

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

Great house and location

Everything was exactly as described. The location was great. The house was very spacious and had plenty of toiletries and other essentials. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Everything was great.

Very clean. Very comfortable. Convenient, safe, quiet location. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kacy B.

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

Quiet/convenient location

Big house, we’ll-cleaned, close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Regina R.

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

Family outing to STL

We stayed at this property as a family of four adults and three 2-year-old children for a trip to the zoo. The home’s open floor plan was perfect for the little ones to explore safely and interact with each other, which made our time indoors enjoyable and stress-free.The separate living area in the basement was a great bonus, providing additional space for part of the family to relax and unwind without disturbing the rest of the group.The location is ideal—very close to the zoo, which made getting there with young children easy and convenient.Overall, we had a good experience at this property. However, we did note that there was no backyard area for the kids to play in, and the front yard grass hadn’t been cut before we arrived. Yard service came early—around 8AM—on our departure day to take care of it, which wasn’t ideal timing.Despite that, the home met our needs and made for a comfortable and convenient family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alycea L.

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

Great house!

We had a wonderful weekend at this home! The neighborhood was great! Location great! Walking distance to several bar/restaurants and bakeries. We will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

This location was great for everything we had planned, and there are great casual eating places a short walk from the house. House was clean and set up well for a fun weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

stuart k.

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

Great location

Property was clean and efficient. Loved the location! The neighborhood was extremely quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlondo W.

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

Great space!

Loved how open and clean everything was! My family enjoyed the space as well. Very convenient to a lot of stores, restaurants, and shopping. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

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

Cute home, great location

The house was cute and comfortable. Lots of space to relax with family. The location is great - close to Forest Park, the Hill and lots of restaurants. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

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

Dogtown Gem

Property was as advertised- clean, conveniently located and perfect for our family. Liz, the owner was super responsive to our questions. We highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Comfortable and great location

We stayed a long weekend for a family wedding, the location was central and east access to all areas of the city and county. The house was nicely furnished and equipped - we used the iron!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

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

Great space!

The basement t room was great to have as a semi separate area.We found everything to be as described on the website.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Super cute and great location

Property was clean and was in a great location. Looked just like the pictures. Easy check in process. Perfect for our short stay in st. Louis.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Lovely, cozy feeling property.

Lovely, cozy feeling property in a pretty, leafy neighborhood. Nice spacious, layout feels like home. The king sized bed was like sleeping on a cloud. So comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

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

Vacation

Everything about the home was as described in the listing- modest clean home. having two different living areas and large dining table as well as a table & chairs outside made for comfortable downtime when we were there. Enjoyed walking around the Dogtown neighborhood which was new to us. The real star is the easy access to zoo, Forest Park, Botanical Gardens and downtown attractions. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Liz

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We are fellow Dogtown residents and St. Louis natives who love sharing what our beautiful city has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Home is located in the historic Dogtown neighborhood. Minutes from Forest Park, Washington University, St. Louis University, Barnes Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital, dining, area attractions, and more. Accessible to all of the major highways and a 20 minute drive gets you most places in the metro area.

What makes this property unique

This home is on a quiet street that terminates in a cul-de-sac and located within 5 blocks of 9 eating and drinking establishments. Parking is available under the carport, in the front driveway, and on the street. Garage and rear parking pad is reserved for owner use only.

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests