Cozy vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis
Discover the delightful town of Ballwin and enjoy the coziness of a two-bedroom holiday house. Situated just a 20-minute drive from the thrills of Six Flags St. Louis and an 18-minute drive from the scenic Route 66 State Park, this property offers the perfect base for your adventures. Delight in the convenience of the Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum, just a 20-minute drive away. Unwind in the cozy interior, where you can enjoy the complimentary WiFi and the added convenience of a washer and dryer. Whether you're seeking a family getaway or a relaxing retreat or here for work, this vacation home promises an unforgettable stay.
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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 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
Ballwin
Located in Ballwin, this holiday home is on a river. The Awakening Sculpture and Faust Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Six Flags St. Louis and Myseum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The J - Chesterfield Gym & Fitness Center or Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park - St. Louis.
Ballwin, MO
What's nearby
Castlewood State Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
Lone Elk Park - 19 min drive - 16.7 km
Route 66 State Park - 20 min drive - 22.8 km
Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 23 min drive - 15.3 km
Six Flags St. Louis - 27 min drive - 23.3 km
Getting around
Kirkwood Station - 19 min drive
St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Andy's Frozen Custard - 9 min drive
Starbucks - 12 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Tj's Wings - 10 min drive
Starbucks - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Cozy vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Cozy vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps from Castlewood State Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Meramec River. West Tyson County Park and Bowlero Lakeside are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Very cool house with unique designs! The road right before the house was a little washed out so our small car was a little tricky but a truck or SUV would be fine!
We enjoyed the space available inside for my family of 5. Older home but clean, outside space overgrown and not usable but the location was great for going to Six Flags and the Arch. Was close to many attractions.
A little hidden back off the trail but the place was very spacious and had everything we needed. Only down to the weekend was that the yard area was not cut so we didn't feel comfortable doing a fire or adventure through the area. All and all we truly enjoyed this quirky little place
There were lots of bugs inside the house. Lots of ants and centipedes it kind of freaked the kids out. The power went out in the middle of the night our second night and did not come back on before we left and we could not communicate with the host until time to leave. They offered no refund or anything and just apologized for the storm.
This place was hard to find. Upon arrival we notice the grass was so tall that the picnic table area was unusable. Inside was spot cleaned but could use a deep cleaning. Vents and fans were covered in dust, cobwebs in corners, tv didn't work. There is or has been recently a leak in the roof.
Mandy C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
William B.
1 January 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Christmas stay
Great place. Could definitely use a deep clean top to bottom. Host was very accommodating and fast response! Will stay again.
This property was so whimsical and fun that we would totally stay again. We came for a soccer tournament. My 4 kids loved exploring all the nooks and hidden corners! There was a kind sized bed that my husband, myself, and our 4 year old slept in, two twin beds in the top room, and two full sized pull out couches. Every room is on a different level. The moose head added a wonky charm! We loved the fireplace! This by far has been one of the most fun and charming places that we've stayed!! We will book again next year for this tournament!!
Big beautiful home with coutry downhome feeling. Very spacious large decks many entry and exits. Scenere is definitely outdoor woodesy. Very functional with all accommodations. Will be back hopefuly longer visit next time.
We had a fun family vacation here. The cabin was fun and in a great location (30 mins to downtown St. Louis and 5 minutes from a state park with fun hiking.)
We really enjoyed our stay. This is a unique place to stay for sure, but the house was very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was pretty well stocked with what you need. Two negatives: there is a picture of a white neighboring house associated with the listing when you look at location, and the gravel part of the road could really use some repair. If we did not have a truck to navigate the snow we got while we were there, it could have been a real problem. We would stay here again.
my sisters and I had a great girls weekend at the cabin.
The property looks exactly like the pictures. Great location if you like to hike. Plenty of nearby restaurants, and things to do.
Donna D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
4/10 Poor
Meghan C.
15 July 2025
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place definitely has character and is quirky and kitschy. I really liked its unique layout. I did not like the bugs. We killed more than a few big spiders, like larger than a quarter, several millipedes, and countless ants in the kitchen and living room with the moose head. We’d be sitting on the couch and then feel something crawling on our arm…ants! The musty smell is a bit overwhelming when you first walk in, like an old damp basement. If anyone in my group were immunocompromised, I would not have stayed. The floors are very uneven with lots of stairs and poor lighting. Do not rent this place if you have mobility concerns. There are a couple of soft spots in the flooring that felt like they were ready to buckle. Not to mention the floors being filthy and turning the bottoms of our feet totally black. Apparently there were guests that had checked out the morning before we checked in, but the cleaning between guests did not seem very thorough. The garbage from the previous guest was left under the carport instead of the garbage bin. We found a marshmallow stuck in one of the stove burners and the utensils were not completely clean. Lots of cobwebs and dust in the vents and on the ceiling fans. Strangely no curtains…
There were 2 negatives, but the structure of the house made you forget them. Outside could be trimmed up better, seemed a little overgrown and the bedroom you 1st walk into had a little musty smell. The bed was super comfy and there are lots of nook and crannies to explore. I would sray again for sure.
the homethe home.
Nice place, lots of rooms! Loved the location. Only suggestion is more curtains to help with a bit of privacy when changing clothes. 😊
Loved the moose!!!
The cabin was amazing. Wasn’t quite prepared for all the stairs it made it very unique. Loved all the characters that the house has. We will most likely be back.
We were in town dealing with family issues, the properties proximity to nature & to town was aweso…
The only thing I would say is this property is not handicap accessible, so if you have issues with stairs this is not the place for you… Otherwise ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ across the board… Would definitely recommend and stay again…
TJ F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
6/10 Okay
Jason D.
23 November 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not a cabin
It’s not a cabin. Lots of stairs, lots of exterior doors. Had a musty smell that was difficult to get used to.
Was ok for the purpose we used it for. 4 guys going to Metallica concert. Probably wouldn’t be great for a family trip.
Jason D.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
4/10 Poor
Leah E.
2 January 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
The Cabin is Quirky but the host is Rude
The cabin is fun but has several quirks that would have been nice to know about before booking. Like the main door into the cabin going through the primary bedroom, all the levels from room to room, or the lack of latching or locking doors into any room.
Those things could be lived with but I reached out apologetically when our plans changed and the host was rude.
We were obviously bummed that the Cardinal bs Yankee game we traveled to see was postponed, but thanks to this fantastic property our group still had a great time and a relaxing evening! We had a couple groups who stayed in hotels downtown that left the stadium and went to bed to complete their wasted experience, while we came back to the Vrbo, and just spent time hanging out in the different and awesome gathering areas in the super unique layout - drinks under the moose, a fire (not really because we didn’t start one, but the dormant hearth was good enough for June) and some tobacco pipes on the deck under the stars. Topped off with a great comfortable nights sleep for the whole crew. Would love to come back again and highly recommend the property and manager!
The place was filthy when we arrived, we spent time cleaning ourselves just to feel like we could sleep. We could hear mice in the walls at night. We ended up leaving early, we just couldn’t take it. The home was in disrepair. Communication with the owner was poor, he did not give check in information until we reached out the day of scheduled arrival and when we reached out regarding the mess and unkempt conditions he claimed the house was clean and accused us of spamming him when we stated we’d be leaving early. We have submitted a request to VRBO customer support but based on this experience we will never use VRBO again.