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Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals

Family-friendly holiday home in St. Louis with a water park

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Dining
Dining
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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St Louis, MO
  • Place, Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Barnes Jewish Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Louis Union Station
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Master Bedroom - Downstairs

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals

THE SPACE
Layout: 5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms

Bedroom 1 – 1 King Bed
Bedroom 2 – 2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 3 – 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4 – 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5 – 1 Queen Bed

ABOUT THE SPACE
Welcome to our elegantly restored duplex home in St. Louis, where old-world craftsmanship meets modern luxury. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by gleaming hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, and cozy, modern furnishings. The living room features royal blue sofas and a wall-mounted HDTV, perfect for relaxing evenings. In the kitchen, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and black solid-surface counters create a stylish space for culinary adventures.

With five lovely bedrooms, including a main floor bedroom with a king-size bed, and four additional bedrooms upstairs, sleeping up to 12 guests, everyone will find their perfect retreat. Each bedroom is thoughtfully appointed, and two shared bathrooms offer convenience and comfort.

Outside, a petite porch provides a charming spot to enjoy your morning coffee or evening beverage, while a fenced yard offers space for kids and pets to play. For added convenience, we provide a full-size washer and dryer, as well as a high chair and playpen. Our property is ideally located just minutes from St. Louis's top attractions, including the St. Louis Arch, Busch Stadium, and Forest Park. Whether you're exploring the city or enjoying a romantic night out, there's something for everyone nearby.

THE LOCATION
Plenty keeps you busy in the St. Louis area, whether you are in town for family or friends. This St. Louis home is in a prime location, just minutes from all the best attractions! If you're traveling with kids, be sure to check out The City Museum. It's not quite what you would expect from a museum, per se. The City Museum has been voted a must-see destination in St. Louis.

Let's not forget our most famous attraction here in the Gateway to the West. You will be a 5-minute drive from the St. Louis Arch and downtown. Are you a baseball or hockey fan? Busch Stadium, the home of the St. Louis Cardinals, and Enterprise Center, the home of the 2019 Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues, are both within a 10-minute drive from this home. Be sure to catch a game—St. Louis has some of the best sports fans around! Maybe you're looking for a romantic night out? Be sure to check out The Hill for great Italian food, or head over to the Central West End for live music and cocktails at Scarlett's Wine Bar.

Lastly, Forest Park has a little bit of everything for the outdoorsy person! Dine at the boathouse, rent paddleboards, get a tee time at the Forest Park Golf Course, and see some animals at the Saint Louis Zoo. This is the largest city park in the country (yes, it's larger than Central Park in NYC), so there is plenty to explore.

PET FRIENDLY POLICY
We also welcome pets as part of the family, but to maintain cleanliness and comfort for all guests, we implement a pet fee of $75 per stay. Guests must notify us in advance if they plan to bring a pet; a maximum of two pets are allowed per rental unit. Pet owners are responsible for any damages caused by their pets, and adherence to pet-related house rules, such as leash requirements and waste disposal guidelines, is required. By booking with us and bringing a pet, guests agree to comply with these terms. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

THE JZ DIFFERENCE
At JZ Vacation Rentals, we take pride in providing an exceptional guest experience. Every property undergoes a meticulous 150-point inspection to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, comfort, and consistency. From seamless check-ins to personalized 24/7 guest support, we prioritize making your stay worry-free and memorable. Our smart technology and thoughtful amenities are designed to elevate your experience and help you create lasting memories.

Each home is provided with the following:
- A fully stocked kitchen (crockpot, toaster, coffee, dishwasher, microwave, and stove)
- Pack and Play and high chair for those traveling with children
- Washer and dryer, laundry detergent, iron, and ironing board
- Toilet paper and paper towels
- Shampoo, hairdryer, make-up wipes
- Dishwasher soap, dishwashing liquid

LOCAL BOOKING POLICY
To ensure the best experience for all our guests and maintain the integrity of our home, we do not allow reservations from guests who reside locally (within the same city or surrounding area as the property). This policy has been implemented due to an overwhelming amount of local bookings, unexpected birthday parties, gatherings, and a large number of unconfirmed guests in our properties. To prevent further incidents, we are enforcing stricter screening for local reservations. If you are a local resident looking to book for a special circumstance, please reach out before booking. Unapproved local reservations are subject to cancellation.

Disclaimer: For the safety of our properties and our guests, we require guests to verify their identity and check their criminal background to confirm a reservation. When a booking is created, a verification link from Guest Ranger will be automatically generated and sent via text message. To complete your reservation, you must follow the steps provided by Guest Ranger.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

St. Louis

Located in Shaw, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, this holiday home is near theme parks. St. Louis Union Station and Gateway Arch are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Forest Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for St. Louis Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Enterprise Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Louis University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 8 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Grand Station - 3 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 11 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪No Ordinary Rabbit - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fiddlehead Fern Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baileys’ Range - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hong Kong Express - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Shaw Sanctuary | JZ Vacation Rentals located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum, Tower Grove Park and SSM Health DePaul Hospital Foundation. Forest Park and Cherokee Street are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 138 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely restored duplex with 5 comfortable bedrooms, fully outfitted kitchen and updated baths. We had a wonderful week's stay while celebrating a family wedding.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!! Spacious and clean. Would have loved coasters to set drinks on so furniture doesn’t get damaged but otherwise loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this house in St. Louis. The house easily accommodated 4 families and met all of our needs. We would absolutely stay here again. The house is in a fabulous location. Most everything we did (all major sights) was within 10-15 min max from the house, with a majority being 10 min or less. The house is next to a lovely cafe and within walking distance to Missouri Botanical Gardens. The neighborhood was safe. There were two parking spots reserved for the house but plenty of street parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice older property. Remodeled except for the flooring. Might be original wood floor. Lots of bedrooms that were clean and comfortable. Temps were in the upper 90’s during our stay and the upstairs bedrooms were considerably warmer than downstairs. All room had ceiling fans. I enjoyed the neighborhood. Weather limited our walking around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trena H.

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

Great stay

We had a great stay at this home. Communication was the best we’ve ever had with a VRBO and the house was great! Plenty of room for our friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

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

STL getaway

We chose STL because it was central to our families. Our grandsons were on spring break which is why we visited this time of year. The house was very clean and very central to so many activities. We ended up have pretty good weather considering it can literally be any season at this time. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Comfortable stay

The house was in a great location. Convenient to get around town. It was clean and great for my family. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Nice home for large family

Nice home for large family.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yunwei C.

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

Quick fall family trip to STL

Great location! Our family used to live in the same neighborhood and we really appreciated the close proximity to Tower Grove Park, the Science Center, zoo, and Botanical Gardens. Extra bonus from being across the street from one of our favorite neighborhood cafes (Fiddlehead Fern). Very clean! My wife commented that it was one of the cleaner Vrbos we’ve stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbe H.

Super cute townhome.

Perfect home for extended families. Lots of space and fully equipped. Located in an up and coming area with an adorable coffee shop right around the corner!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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

spacious and clean

Very spacious and very clean! Family of six, all adults. Having the extra bedrooms and bathrooms was a big deal! All of our venues were less than 10 minutes away and made for an easy commute. Will be returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Holly M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

The stay was okay.

The location was mediocre however we did love the neighborhood restaurants that were close by. The house was not overly clean. At minimum it needs a new paint job throughout the whole building. Very old building with likely original hundred year old windows. Historic area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

DeShawna B.

Great times and lasting memories

This house was reviewed as VERY CLEAN and it was!!! Not to mention the big space inside. We had 7 adults & one infant & still had a room left over. It's located right by the Botanical Gardens which makes it really nice. If you haven't seen the Botanical Gardens it's well worth going to. Everyone in our family gave it the highest rating. While there were a lot of us staying, the house was private and quiet, even between the rooms. Another real bonus was having someone we could reach at any time to assist us. If you're looking for a GREAT PLACE to stay, come here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Amy F.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Middle of the road rental

Pros: - lots of bedrooms to fit our whole family- we could take our pets- close to anything and everything- off street parking (more details in cons section)Cons: - property was attached (I'm not sure that was listed or not, but we were unaware either way) and the neighbor left us a note about being noisy during daytime hours. - parking was TIGHT and the curb was sometimes difficult to navigate - property could use some bug treatment, we saw MANY different inside creepy crawlers- the property sleeps 12... But there weren't enough dishes for that number of people when prepping, cooking, and eating in- describing the kitchen as 'well equiped' is completely inaccurate. Few bowls (none with lids), only small (number and size) pots and pans, and scant other cooking equipment - literally had to upload my ID documents THREE times and management would not stop bugging me even after uploading them - wet/damp sheets were left in washer after check-in which began to stink during our stay - took us a minute to determine where the smell was coming from.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Washington DC

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

Perfect place for our group of 5

Born and raised in STL and didn't really know anything about this area - I will stay here rather than with suburban relatives. Property ideally located within Shaw neighborhood where you can safely walk to MBG, the coffee shop on the nearby corner, Tower Grove Park . This unit shares the alley with the nicest street in Shaw area - which is a plus for dog walking! Loved that everybody had their own bedroom and the furnishings were very comfortable and simplistically functional. In fact, my daughter loved the bed and linens so much that she came home and ordered for her house. Ideal that you can rent both sides of the duplex for a larger group. JZ rental company was a pleasure to work with (although we had no issues during our stay) Loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoy staying at historic homes in great neighborhoods and this was one of them! The only complaint we have are that the beds are uncomfortable. The addition of a mattress topper might be helpful? We gave this rental three stars because the quality of sleep is an important aspect of renting a VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Celeste D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
House was clean, parking is tight for larger vehicles and location was ideal. The second floor was hot, even with temperature turned down on thermostat. Older home so noisy floors, etc. Great decor and quiet neighborhood. There is no fenced in back yard.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

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

Fabulous house

We loved the home; built in early 1900’s. So charming!! Our littles loved the older hardwood floors. So well decorated; not overdone. Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to the Botanical Gardens. Cafe across the street is good. Easy to get around. Definitely recommend for families.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

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

Graduation trip

Great location and house for our SLU graduation trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candance M.

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

Son's Wedding Weekend

They let us check-in early and helped connect the tv. Cute home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Girls trip!

The place was located in a great neighbor. It’s updated and was perfect for a girls trip with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. I’ll give it a 4 out of 5 for cleanliness. Paint touchups would be recommended. Everyone said the beds were very comfortable. Wi-fi didn’t work very well for us. We definitely plan on booking it again next year. There’s a cafe at the end of the street and a few great neighborhood bars/restaurants.uber rides were easy to get and it only took 15 min to get downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

St.Louis

Nice and peacful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Kate M.

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

Winter Stay

We enjoyed our stay a the Cozy Shaw. The beds were comfortable and the neighborhood was nice. If you are staying here in the winter time, please know that the city does not plow this neighborhood's streets. This means there is ice on the road and on the side walk. The hosts of this house did clear off our parking spots and the sidewalk in front of the house, but driving is still quite difficult. We did have one hicup during our stay. One of the shower faucets did not turn off after we used it. We immediately called to get this fixed to keep the water bill from accumulating. I called at 1 am, someone picked up the phone and responded immediately. However, when they said they would call back, I thought it would be within a couple of hours. This was not the case. The management/maintenance team waited 18 hours to fix this problem. The water in the shower ran hot water continuously during this time. I wish there had been better communication with me on the timeline of when this would be fixed. Because I was not told when the maintenance men was coming until 20 minutes before he arrived I missed out on spending time with friends which is the whole reason we chose to rent this house and travel to St. Louis. I was disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

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

Great!

Five stars!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Becci C.

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

Central location rental

Great location for large family groups exploring downtown Dt Louis attractions. Bedrooms are comfortable. bathrooms are well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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JZ Vacation Rentals was founded to inspire individuals to learn, make mistakes, chase their dreams, and live with intention and passion. One by one, we can make an impactful positive difference in our community, in our industry, and in the lives we reach, creating a ripple effect that changes the world.

We fulfill our mission by accepting what is different and unique in others and this world. We build authentic, genuine connections with our guests and hosts, educate our community about the possibilities in the industry, and run our business with integrity.

We have disrupted the vacation rental industry by bringing top-quality service, management, and dedication. JZ Vacation Rentals is now the epitome of quality vacation rentals and is continuously raising the bar higher to do our part in changing the world.

The JZ brand will forever evolve by simply listening to our guests, hosts, employees, and community.

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