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Historic luxury retreat

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Exterior
Living Room
dining room
Kitchen
Main bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Enterprise Center
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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St Louis, MO
  • Place, Enterprise Center
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Louis Union Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Historic luxury retreat

Location and Luxury!! Welcome to our beautiful, restored and updated turn-of -the century three story home. Located in the heart of the Historic Lafayette Square District, it is within walking distance to many outstanding restaurants, specialty shops, and the picturesque Lafayette Park. Explore the many attractions St. Louis has to offer: The Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium, Missouri Botanical Garden, Fox Theatre, Powell Symphony Hall, St. Louis Art Museum, Forest Park, the St. Louis Zoo and so much more! All within a 10-15 minute drive from this home away from home. Experience the charm of the quaint Lafayette Square neighborhood while enjoying all the amenities of this spectacular retreat. Cozy up next to the fireplace, chill out watching the big screen HDTV in the third floor theatre room, or relax on the deck overlooking the lovely view of the private courtyard. Regardless of the season, your stay is sure to be memorable at our Lafayette Luxury Retreat. Always included for all guests is coffee, an assortment of teas, and snacks.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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
Possibly with prior approval
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$50/night extra for each adult over 4

Important information

You need to know

Property # 429154vb
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
Note from host: Possibly with prior approval
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St. Louis

Lafayette Square, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, is home to this holiday home. City Museum and Fox Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include St. Louis Union Station and Gateway Arch. St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station and St. Louis Zoo are not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Map
St Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Enterprise Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Busch Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • City Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station - 3 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 18 min walk
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jameson Club - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Bellwether - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Landry's Seafood House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Soda Fountain - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Train Shed - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic luxury retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic luxury retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic luxury retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic luxury retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic luxury retreat located?

Located in Lafayette Square, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Enterprise Center and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km). Stadium Station is 25 minutes by foot and St. Louis Gateway Station is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jed H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool town home close to attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful neighborhood and location. Great friendly host.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tari R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is in a safe and lovely neighborhood with ideal location to everything you want to enjoy in St Louis. The host is so friendly and helpful, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful neighborhood, great host. We were there for March madness, and it was walkable to the enterprise center. My son loved the media room, also for March madness, and we loved the style of the house in the patio. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

Great space!

Excellent spot for a family trip to St Louis. Great location and very responsive to all needs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming and friendly host, absolutely beautifully restored, classic house in a very attractive, interesting neighborhood with some great walkable dining options. Will very likely return.
Lovely back patio.
Street view with restored homes.
Classic architecture in neighborhood.
Nearby Lafayette Square park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan was very welcoming and accommodating. The house was perfect and Susan was very attentive.
The view this morning… beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Great visit and stay

Had a great time. Celebrated the holiday and birthday in our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Perfect staycation

We met some out of town family members for a concert at the Stifel and this beautiful home was perfect for our Staycation. Easy access to downtown and walkable to a number of good restaurants and bars AND Clemintines Icecream!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jackie h.

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

Location was great.

Our family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location very near lafayette square park. beautiful historic home. Our only complaints are the banister is loose and shaky and the stereo in the movie room does not work. Otherwise a wonderful property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jovana V.

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

Historic Retreat in the Heart of St. Louis

We had a great stay at this awesome historic home. I particular loved how it felt like going back in time with the era decorations.Communication and check-in were most excellent. I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed every minute, the neighborhood is very historic. Took walks too shops and parks, felt safe. Thank you too the host and we hope to be back
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

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

Historic house

Great location - walking distance to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Beautiful house, great location

Our family really enjoyed this house. The location is ideal for all the tourist attractions. The house was clean, well-stocked and had tons of charm! Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful property, great location. Communication with Susan was great. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic home with some modern updates. Back deck is great for relaxing with a morning coffee or glass of wine in the evening. Neighborhood is very walkable with some restaurants and coffee shops close by. Hostess is super nice. Would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

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

Great location

We loved our stay. Beautiful home near some wonderful restaurants. Anywhere we wanted to go was within walking distance or 15 minute drive from here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

DAVID M.

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

Great experience

Great neighborhood and very unique and historical home. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2021
Hi David, So glad that you enjoyed the house and that you had a nice stay. Hope to have you as our guests on your next visit to St. Louis!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Perfect place near the heart of St. Louis

This was a great place for our family for a short stay in St. Louis. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful, with nearby places to eat. The house is spacious and has a wonderful sense of history.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie D.

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

Beautiful Historic Home

Lovely historic home in beautiful neighborhood. Very responsive and accommodating host. My family was very comfortable during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Staycation

We live in St. Louis County, and were having a Staycation after my company Holiday party. We are also are beginning to look for a VRBO property in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan S.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Lovely home. We had some issues with the AC, but Susan was very responsive in getting it fixed. Enjoyed our time in St. Louis.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan Holeman

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Why they chose this property

I love older homes and this house has so much character, is nestled in St. Louis' premier historic neighborhood, sits on a quiet street, and is close to downtown.

What makes this property unique

Relaxing backyard deck....convenient location...quiet... comfortable...nicely furnished.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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