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Cottage of Castlewood

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ballwin, MO
  • Place, Castlewood State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Route 66 State Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Six Flags St. Louis
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballwin

This vacation home places you next to Castlewood State Park and within 2 miles (3 km) of Meramec River. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Castlewood State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lone Elk Park - 18 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Route 66 State Park - 19 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 22 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Six Flags St. Louis - 26 min drive - 14.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 19 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meramec Bluffs: Lutheran Senior Services - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Walk Away Waffles - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Elk's Lodge - ‬5 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.

Cottage of Castlewood

Beautiful custom built 3 story home nestled next to Castlewood State Park. Great for families that love the private outdoor park setting. This home has three large family areas, WiFi, TVs in gathering areas, a game room with a pool table and rooftop deck to enjoy the serene view of the park. Direct access to Castlewood State Park for hiking, mountain biking and outdoor adventures. Conveniently located near restaurants and shops.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Check Out - Pick up and empty trash. Run Dishwasher. Strip Bedding. Do not remove any items from the house.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: We love pets, no pets on furniture

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed
Any event must be pre-approved

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
Note from host: Any event must be pre-approved
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Note from host: Any event must be pre-approved
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Cottage of Castlewood Ballwin
Cottage of Castlewood Private vacation home
Cottage of Castlewood Private vacation home Ballwin

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ballwin, just steps from Castlewood State Park. Meramec River is also within a driving distance of 0.7 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with 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 Cottage of Castlewood a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Cottage of Castlewood?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis), which is 11.5 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL), which is located 23.3 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cottage of Castlewood?

Yes, every accommodation at Cottage of Castlewood comes with a balcony.

Cottage of Castlewood Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shelli H., Tulsa

Great location with lots of space

Lovely home right next to Castlewood State Park with plenty of room for everyone to do their own thing. Gameroom on third floor is super fun. We’ve stayed here before and although we enjoyed our stay again this time, the place could use a good deep clean - baseboards, windows, porches, garage - and some insect control indoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

This was a very pleasant place to stay. It's great for large groups!

We really enjoyed our visit here! We would totally stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Work meeting

Perfect for our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranee R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Space

Our family of five, including three teenagers, stayed at this home while visiting family in St. Louis. This is a great property for teens; the game room offers a lot of fun options. It is also a great property for families, there are plenty of bathrooms and beds as well as room to dine together. The outside space is wonderful! The location is a bit of the drive to St. Louis but that also provides a quieter, peaceful environment to relax in after going downtown for all St. Louis has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber B., Fayetteville, AR

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous

The home is both gorgeous and spacious, and the kids absolutely loved the game room. We also couldn't have asked for a better location. It feels secluded and surrounded by nature, but it was only a short drive to everywhere we needed to go, including some great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother - daughter weekend

Great location with foliage and hiking trails. Plenty of fridge space and kitchen supplies. Some recommendations for improvement: Blow dyers would be a nice just like any hotel and also an upgrade of shampoo and quantity of them. it could use some cozy interior decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage of Castlewood

Beautiful and roomy with lots of amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls’ weekend.

This is a great house for groups. The hiking trails are a huge added benefit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wildlife

Great place. Wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for families

Large house in lovely setting, ideal for our family of grandparents, parents and 4 year olds. The setting is wonderful and very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kurt d., holland, michigan USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation Weekend

Gathered with family to celebrate graduation… great home for such a gathering. Beautiful wooded setting near a stream… very spacious home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

The house was nice and spacious. The couch wasn't the most comfortable and no way to put our feet up after a day of exploring. The recliners are old and don't function (can't put the footrest up) which was disappointing. We loved the location being near enough to the typical tourist spots but far enough from the hustle and bustle. Loved listening to the water sounds of the creek. It would have been nice to have a bigger garbage can in the master's bedroom or additional garbage bags. All in all, it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in lovely location

Large, beautiful home with immediate access to hiking trails at Castlewood park. The owner was very kind and responsive. Comfortable beds and nice towels. The third floor gameroom was fantastic. The floors were fairly creaky but no significant noise burden. We enjoyed our stay and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Disliked: Cleanliness

The place is huge, family of five and everyone had there own room.

Over good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Meeting friends in Saint Louis

Great location for friends to get together. Hiking trails just outside your door. Good restaurants within a short drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jill G.

Great Family Retreat

Our family celebrated Thanksgiving in this house. There was plenty of space and plenty of things to do between the games at the house and trails just outside the front door. The kitchen could have been better equipped for the size of the house but we made due with what we had. I agree with other posts about the height of some of the beds, be prepared to climb up! Night lights in the hallway would have been nice as well. It is really dark to find a bathroom in the middle of the night. We enjoyed our stay for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., Little Rock, AR

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for our family

We loved staying at this house while we explored St. Louis. Plenty of space for our family to spread out. The check out time is earlier than we would prefer, but other than that, we loved everything. Jim was very responsive when we needed help resetting the internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious house in great location

Large house with plenty of room for my family and parents-in-law. Excellent kitchen and appliances, great dining room for family dinners. The kids enjoyed the game room upstairs. We enjoyed the location close to the park for hiking and easy drive to St. Louis.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

Great house for more than one family to stay at. We had two families which included a total of 4 kids. Other reviews mentioned the tall beds. I underestimated how tall two of those beds were! They were almost as tall as my 6 year old! My kids thought it was fun how tall they were and steps were provided. I loved how dark the rooms were at night without all the street lights and surrounding houses to brighten it up. There was one night light available in the room with twin beds, but if your kids are afraid of the dark you may want to pack another night light for other rooms. The house was very clean except for the floors. They weren’t visibly dirty nor did they feel bad. However, even with giving my kids baths in the evening, I had to rinse off their black feet after running around inside for another couple hours before bed. The owners had plenty of entertainment options available. These included a pool table, arcade games, fuse ball table, and an assortment of board games. My kids also loved the creek in the backyard. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again. It was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Nice Building

This property is really cool! Great location. If I had a complaint it would be the house feels empty. Needs more furniture and decor. Still a great layover for my family on our way to Chicago. Oh, seeing deer everyday was outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Forever Hidden Gem

We are looking forward to coming back "home". We stayed at this beautiful house for a week and it felt like home to us. Our family went on a road trip from Florida, and arriving to this beautiful home was so great. From the moment we walked in, the smell of cleanliness was refreshing. The kitchen was big enough to cook all of our family meals, and the beautiful long dining table was wonderful for having our local family over for dinners. The creek out in the yard was an amenity in and of itself. We could barely keep our kids indoors (which is great). The yard is such a great size. We brought our volleyball net to play out in the yard and had more than enough space for family activities outdoors. The firepit out in the back is a great addition as well. The house is very spacious and comfortable. The beds as listed on other reviews, are high. However, Jim has provided a small stepping ladder to get up top. The house has more than enough towels, pillows, and kitchen utensils for your stay. One thing I would add to the kitchen, is possibly a blender. Also the stairs can use a little tweaking to make it more stable, especially for elderly and small children. We personally met Jim and it felt like family. Very kind and welcoming. We will definitely be back and make this part of our family traditions. Thank you Jim and family for allowing us to create wonderful memories in your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee W., Taylors Falls

Liked: Cleanliness

Space for Everyone

Jim is a great host! The house has everything needed for a stay away from home. The location was perfect. Conveniences nearby, but privacy and serene at the rental. Perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jo M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness

Castlewood mansion stay

Great location of this huge house. The lovely creek in the yard was a highlight for us all, as was being so close to Castlewood Park. More seating in the living room might be nice as it sleeps 8 but does not sit 8 seats without moving furniture, similarly the breakfast area. Everything is very new and clean though, and plenty of equipment in the kitchen. As others have remarked the beds are extraordinarily high, a little scary for shorter folks! A hook for clothes in the master bathroom would be great please. Had a great long weekend, and appreciated the space for extended family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation

Celebrated our daughter's Doctorate graduation from Wash U. Great place to relax after a busy day. Family enjoyed the indoor amenities available since there were several storms over the weekend. Plenty of room to spread out. Only downside - trash had not picked up from previous visitors. No fault of the owner Jim . He tried to contact the trash service., they were not responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home and LOCATION!

Very nice home and wonderful location beside the Missouri state park. A few minor maintenance items are needed but nothing the owner can’t correct such as staircase rail needs to be tightened and have batteries for tv remotes available. Easy check/out; easy request of clean up before checking out; Quiet location. Very happy and will be back if I need to return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022