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The Oak & Aura Retreat

Apartment near Ameristar Casino St. Charles in St. Charles

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A two-story building with a balcony, a sign for 'Insomnia Cookies,' and a street view.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.
A two-story building with a brick facade, a balcony with a railing, and a storefront with signage.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed floral artworks on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a built-in LG refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom56 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Saint Charles, MO
  • Place, Historic Main Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Frontier Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Charles

St. Charles Historic District stay.A stay at this St. Charles Historic District apartment places you steps from Historic Main Street and within a 5-minute walk of Frontier Park. First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site and Missouri River are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Frontier Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lewis & Clark Boathouse and Nature Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ameristar Casino St. Charles - 4 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 25 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big A's On the Riverfront - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Salt + Smoke - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Llywelyn's Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lewis and Clark's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Picasso's Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Oak & Aura Retreat

Oak & Aura is a dog-friendly two-bedroom, one-bath apartment for up to four guests in Historic Downtown St. Charles. Warm oak accents, soft textures and light-filled interiors give the apartment its character, with Main Street restaurants, shops and nightlife close by.

Downtown noise
Main Street is an active dining and nightlife district. Music, voices, traffic and community events may be audible inside, including late at night, especially on weekends and event dates. Sound machines are provided, but they do not eliminate outside noise. Guests who need a quiet sleeping environment may prefer a quieter location. Sounds from neighboring apartments and common areas may also be heard.

The apartment
- Two bedrooms for up to four guests, with linens provided
- Open living and dining area
- Wi-Fi and streaming-ready TVs
- Central heating and air conditioning
- Free designated parking
- Pack 'n Play travel crib

Kitchenette and laundry
The kitchenette has a portable electric hot plate, essential cookware and a coffee setup for simple meals. There is no built-in range or oven. No in-unit washer or dryer is provided.

Location and arrival
Explore Historic Main Street restaurants, boutiques and seasonal events, or visit the riverfront, Frontier Park and the Katy Trail. During major downtown events, road closures, pedestrian traffic and parking restrictions may affect arrival. Allow extra travel time and follow posted signs and local detours.

House policies
- Dogs only. A $150 non-refundable pet fee is added after booking. Unauthorized pets or policy violations may result in a $300 fee.
- No indoor smoking; a $250 violation fee applies.
- Check-in: 4:00 PM. Check-out: 10:00 AM.
- Early check-in and late check-out requests must be made the day before or day of arrival or departure and are subject to housekeeping availability and approval. Approved early check-in is $15 per hour; approved late check-out is $20 per hour. Unauthorized late departures are subject to a $50 fee.
- Reservations longer than 21 days include a $50 long-term cleaning fee.
- A starter supply of toiletries and paper goods is provided. Guests staying longer should plan to replenish supplies.
- Returned lost items incur a $25 handling fee plus shipping.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 599 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Early check-in: Contact us on arrival day. Approval is subject to availability. Standard check-out is 10:00 AM.
Late check-out: Request the day before departure, subject to availability. Approved check-out through 12:00 PM costs a $75 flat fee.
After 12:00 PM, charges may include an extra night. Unapproved late check-out may incur charges up to the cost of an extra night.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1009906

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Oak & Aura Retreat to the airport?

This apartment is 9.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Oak & Aura Retreat?

As of Nov 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Oak & Aura Retreat on Nov 28, 2026 start from CA $310, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Oak & Aura Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does The Oak & Aura Retreat offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Oak & Aura Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Ameristar Casino St. Charles (5-min drive) and Hollywood Casino (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Oak & Aura Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Oak & Aura Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Oak & Aura Retreat have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Oak & Aura Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Oak & Aura Retreat to downtown St. Charles?

This apartment is 1 mi away from St. Charles.

The Oak & Aura Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, and very clean! Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The room was great. Very good location for the Oktoberfest. Very clean. We love the stay great communications.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The kitchen has minimal appliances and there is no storage for clothing or laundry services. This place is great if you’re staying a couple of nights. Anything beyond that and you’re going to struggle or you’re going to need a large food budget to eat out.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2026