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STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC

Family-friendly vacation home in St. Louis

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St. Louis, MO
  • Place, Forest Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Barnes Jewish Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Louis Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Louis

Located in The Hill within a mile (2 km) of Forest Park, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as St. Louis Zoo. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Forest Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • St. Louis Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Station - 5 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 10 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪2nd Shift Brewing and Tasting Room - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪El Milagro Azteca - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mama's on the Hill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Anthonino's Taverna - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Favazza's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC

NO CLEANING REQUIRED FOR CHECKOUT!Fuhgeddaboudit! There’s no better place for your visit to St. Louis and it’s Italian district (The Hill) than ‘Heart of The Hill’! Berra Park is right outside the front door with a playground for your little ones. The smell of the very best Italian cuisine is in the air. Walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, grocery stores, a piazza, and gelato! Even a pet eatery for the fur babies! One of the most walkable and family and pet friendly neighborhoods in St. Louis and you are going to love it!

The space
Centrally located to everything St. Louis has to offer!

Just off highways 44 and 40/64.

Located on a quiet, family and pet friendly street.

Rear private parking pad and open street parking available.
Park with playground and splash pad located across the street.
Guest access:
On site free parking on the street and behind the house on a private parking pad. The private parking pad will accommodate 2 cars comfortably.

Other things to note:
NO PARTIES!!

Dog friendly fenced in yard. No cats please.

DOGS MUST BE NONDESTRUCTIVE AMD HOUSEBROKEN!! Please clean up after your pet.

Laundry/play area in basement.

All linens/towels are washed in free and clear laundry detergent.

No smoking of any kind allowed in house.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put all used towels in the shower.
Please leave all beds that were slept in unmade. We will take care of the rest! Thank You!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking of any kind allowed in the house. Dogs must be housebroken and nondestructive. Please clean up after your pet. NO PARTIES!

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in The Hill within a short 19-minute walk of Forest Park and also 20 minutes on foot from Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum. You'll also find St. Louis Union Station and St. Louis Zoo within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL), which is 15.7 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis), which is located 22.7 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC?

Yes, every accommodation at STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC comes with a deck.

STL Family Favorite Gem.Heart of The Hill: SLU,WashU, Forest Park,Yard,Arch,BJC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house that looks exactly like the photos. Lisa has thought of EVERYTHING that can make a vacation perfect. The neighborhood is in an area where you can walk to lunch or dinner. Also, everyone walks in this part of town which makes it feel super safe. We highly recommend this rental if you're going to St. Louis. It was about 5 miles from any attraction that we visited.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hill is now my favorite place to stay in St. Louis..This was a great house. The location was great, the house was comfortable and clean with everything we needed. Thank you Lisa!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!!!

Check-in was super easy. House met all of our needs!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenness D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

Host was always helpful and available to answer questions. She recommened restaurants close by that were amazing. House is located in an adorable neighborhood. Attention to detail on every level. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for family with young kids

Great location to be close to the zoo, downtown, and other kid activities. The park next to the property and walkable restaurants and treats were great too. The property had everything we needed for the kids - playroom toys, books, kids plates, shampoo, etc. great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely well equipped home!

We had no issues, everything was as described and the property manager was very quick with communication. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gem on the Hill!

Words can’t express how amazing this adorable VRBO is, or how fabulous the neighborhood is! The home is so clean, decorated cute, and has everything in it to make it homey. We thoroughly enjoyed coffee on the porch and drinks on the back deck. It was so fun to walk to the nearby restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and bakeries. A wonderful Catholic Church is also close and it was so enjoyable walking to Mass Sunday morning. Very safe and quiet neighborhood. We would 1000% stay here again and can’t recommend this place enough. Additionally, Lisa was so easy to work with and responded immediately to any questions. Hope we can return some day!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place in The Hill

We have been coming to St. Louis quite regularly while our son attended college at Webster University. Found this gem a little late, but loved the location and the home. We will definitely stay again. Walking distance to so many quaint Italian restaurants and a bakery. Quick drive to local attractions too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little house

We loved staying here! The house is very well remodeled and adorable, and a perfect location. We love to cook, and the kitchen was beautiful and well stocked. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane B., Springfield

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy on the Hill

This Property was outstanding, clean, comfortable, great lighting, kitchen utensils and a fantastic welcome basket for us and our dogs. This is one of the best VRBO's that we have stayed in that also considers all that you need for your dogs. The location was awesome, walking distance to everything you would need or want to sample & enjoy the "Hill" in St. Louis. Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect place!

Stayed here for a few days with my son, the house was perfect for us! The Hill is an incredible neighborhood, safe, amazing food, great people!Everything in the house was top-notch and totally met or exceeded my expectations. And Lisa, is a fabulous host, very responsive and kind...we greatly appreciated the welcome thoughts and gift!Next time we come to St. Louis, I know where we will be staying!!!Bob Merlo
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay on the Hill

Nicely decorated with plenty of accommodations and extras...even snacks for my fur baby. So pet friendly - blankets for the furniture, towels for dirty paws, extra poop bags. Loved the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas on The Hill

Our stay at the Heart of the Hill during Christmas was amazing! As native St. Louisans we were thrilled to return to the vibrant Hill neighborhood. Its central location near The Missouri Botanical Garden, Forest Park, major highways and delicious restaurants and coffee shops (within walking distance)was perfect. Our host Lisa was very accommodating especially on Christmas Day. The home is lovely with updated bathrooms, wood floors, and top of the line kitchen appliances. The parking pad in back was an added bonus. I highly recommend staying here when visiting St. Louis!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Location/Best Property Manager

This is the absolute cutest house I've stayed in. It was so clean and adorable. The Hill is a fantastic neighborhood and the location of this house puts you in walking distance to all the best spots for coffee, food and drinks! The property manager answered all messages promptly and worked with me on dates and check-in. I would love to come back to this spot again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to experience THE HILL

Nice clean and comfortable. Great host. Nice and quiet. We rented for our crew and family it was a great hotel alternative. Walking distance to food and groceries. private parking was a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W., Chattanooga, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect St. Louis Stay!

This house has everything you need for a relaxing stay in St. Louis. The house was clean and had everything you could ever need to survive the week including some extra things that made the kids smile. We did not have any pets but it was pet ready as well. The neighborhood is super safe in the Italian district. There are restaurants on EVERY CORNER and they are all amazing. There is a playground right by the house that we went to every day to play. It was a very quiet neighborhood. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Little Place!

Loved the character of the home, it was tastefully decorated and walkable to great Italian food! Thank you for having snacks and not requiring us to prep the clean up! My yorkie loved the long hallway for zoomies! 😆
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Lisa’s rental was a perfect stay for our weekend trip. We enjoyed the neighborhood. Her rental is exactly as listed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay F.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Hill Stay

Owner was wonderful and so easy to work with. House was very clean and instructions were simple to follow. Close to everything The Hill has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place

Loved everything about it! Perfect location, walking distance to some of the best food in town!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Home!!

We loved the home!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

The house was so clean, and perfect for me and my two daughters. Lisa the host was super nice and the communication was great, I’d give her six stars if I could. The location is quiet, close to everything, and we would stay there again for sure. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R., O’Fallon, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

Very clean, great location, and Lisa was great to work with. we will return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it!

Lisa’s home was perfect for our family. Her newly remodeled home was clean, organized, and stocked with everything we needed for a great night in St. Louis. What’s even better, Lisa has EVERYTHING we might have needed for our two dogs! It was one of the best places we’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024