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Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard

Vacation home near Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, an oven, a dishwasher, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a ceiling light, and a plant in the corner.
A brown leather sofa against a wall with a framed picture of vases with flowers.
A two-story brick house with a chimney, a front door, and a small porch.
A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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University City, MO
  • Place, Heman Park Tennis Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington University in St. Louis
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Louis Zoo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Louis

University City stay.Your stay at this University City vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Washington University in St. Louis and Saint Louis Galleria Mall. St. Louis Zoo and Forest Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Heman Park Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Enterprise Center - 15 min drive - 19.1 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 15 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Forsyth Station - 3 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 20 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Abelardo's Mexican Fresh - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bagels & Bliss - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dewey's Pizza - ‬17 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.

Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard

This spacious historic home sleeps up to eight guests.

Sleeping spaces:

- Primary bedroom with one queen bed

- Second bedroom with one full-size bed

- Smaller adjoining bedroom with a twin-over-twin bunk bed

- Two sleeper sofas for additional sleeping space

- The adjoining bedroom can only be reached by walking through the primary bedroom


Kitchen and living areas:

- Kitchen with cookware, dishes, utensils, and basic cooking supplies

- Complimentary coffee

- Spacious common areas

- Central heating and air conditioning

- All main living areas are on one level


Bathrooms and laundry:

- Main-floor bathroom with a bathtub

- Second bathroom in the basement with a small, narrow standing shower

- Laundry area located in the basement

- The rest of the basement is used for storage and is not available to guests


Outdoor spaces and entry:

- About 10 exterior steps leading to the entrance

- Front porch with chairs

- Large private backyard

- Backyard fully enclosed with a wire fence


*** This is an older home with plenty of historic charm and character. ***

Guests have private use of the home, front porch, driveway, and fenced backyard. No spaces are shared with other guests or residents.

Entry:

- Self check-in using physical keys stored in a lockbox

- Separate keys are provided for the front and back doors

- Guests may use either entrance

- About 10 exterior steps lead to the main entrance


Basement access:

- Guests may use the basement bathroom and laundry area

- The basement is reached by going down about eight steps

- The storage area is not available to guests

- A lockable door in the kitchen separates the main home from the basement

- The basement also has a separate exterior entrance

- On rare occasions, the host may ask for permission to enter the basement through its separate exterior entrance to retrieve a stored item

- The host will not enter during a stay without the guest’s permission, except in an emergency

Parking:

- Guests may use the driveway, which fits up to two cars

- The driveway is narrow, so street parking may be easier

- Street parking is free and does not require a permit


*** When possible, please park directly in front of this home and leave the space in front of neighboring homes available. ***

Check-in is completely self-service, and the hosts do not live on the property. We respect our guests’ privacy but are available if help is needed.

For general questions, please contact us through the app.

Non-urgent messages received after 10:00 p.m. will be answered after 8:00 a.m. the following morning.

IMPORTANT: For an urgent issue or emergency, please call us directly! A text may not be seen right away.

*** Please keep the following details in mind before booking:

* This is an older, historic home with plenty of character. Guests should expect the natural quirks that can come with an older property.

* About 10 exterior steps are required to enter the home.

* The smaller adjoining bedroom can only be reached by walking through the primary bedroom.

* The second bathroom and laundry area are downstairs in the basement. The standing shower in this bathroom is small and narrow.

* The rest of the basement is used for storage and is not available to guests.

* On rare occasions, the host may ask for permission to access basement storage through a separate exterior entrance. The host will not enter without the guest’s permission, except in an emergency.

* The driveway fits up to two cars but is narrow. Free street parking directly in front of the home is usually the easier option.

* Two exterior security cameras monitor the entrances—one at the front door and one at the back door. There are no cameras inside the home.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking allowed at this property

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets are allowed at this property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome at this property

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and 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
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.
    Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi (14-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 Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard?

As of Oct 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard on Nov 6, 2026 start from CA $173, 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 Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Horseshoe St. Louis Casino (17-min drive) and Casino Queen (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic STL Home near Clayton/Massive Backyard to downtown St. Louis?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi away from St. Louis.

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