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Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard

Family-friendly holiday home in St. Louis

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Near St. Louis Zoo, Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard provides a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard

**NO CLEANING AT CHECKOUT! Family and dog friendly! Centrally located to everything St Louis has to offer! Located on a safe and quiet, family and pet friendly street which ends in a cul-de-sac.

Quick access to highways 64/40 & 44.

5-10 minutes away: Forest Park, Zoo, Wash U, SLU, The Hill, major hospitals, FOX Theatre, Central West End, Delmar Loop, Science Center, Clayton business Dist, Chaifetz Arena, Missouri Botanical Garden.

Less than 15 minutes away: Downtown St. Louis, The Arch, Union Station, casinos, Aquarium, Cardinals/Blues/Battlehawks/STL City SC games.

Airport 15-20 minutes from property.

On site free parking. We share a wide driveway with the next door neighbor. Please park on the side of the driveway closest to our home. 2 cars can fit on our side of the driveway. Street parking is also available.

* Dog friendly, large fenced in yard. DOGS MUST BE HOUSE BROKEN AND NONDESTRUCTIVE. No cats please.
* Laundry and play area in the basement.
* All linens and towels washed in free and clear laundry detergent.
* NO PARTIES

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sledding nearby

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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to 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 cleaning required for checkout.
No parties or smoking in the house.
Pets are not allowed on the sofas or beds. Please tidy up after your pets.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Pets must be house broken and non-destructive.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
St. Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Forest Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • St. Louis Art Museum - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Muny Theater - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Skinker Station - 4 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 10 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Pointe Drive-In - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Heavy Riff Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Colombo's Cafe & Tavern - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard located?

This family-friendly St. Louis holiday home is located in Dogtown, within 1 mi (2 km) of Forest Park and St. Louis Zoo. Jewel Box and Washington University in St. Louis are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Cozy St. Louis Family & Pet Favorite! Forest Park, BJC, Arch, SLU, WashU, Yard Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Concordia Seminary

We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St Louis Zoo trip

Great location! Very clean home, perfect for family trip to STL and the zoo. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here so many times, I can not remember the exact number. Over the years the property has always been updated. If you have a dog and a young one, this is the place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this Place

Loved this place. This is the second time we stayed here and each time as been great! Looking forward to our next trip to STL.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Lisa was an excellent host and the property was very clean and nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend Stay

From the time we booked this place until checkout the host was great! She provided everything we would need for 4 babies and 4 adults for a long weekend away. The home is in a location that provides quick access to all the places to go in St. Louis. It was clean, comfortable, and easy to find. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great girls weekend trip!

We had such a wonderful girls trip to St. Louis. The property was a great central location for us. The house was just perfect for us. Lisa is an amazing host and we would love to stay here again in a future trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything here was absolutely amazing. The host very responsive and helpful with everything. She made everything super accommodating and even had a bunch of useful things at the house to use. The house was very cozy and the neighborhood was great. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The residence surpassed our expectations. It was an ideal home for our family of seven. The neighborhood was lovely, just blocks from the zoo. Communication with the homeowner was excellent. We eagerly anticipate booking again and thank you, Lisa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St Louis getaway

Perfect location for our trip with so many great restaurants near by. This will be our go to home when in St Louis
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

We had a wonderful stay. And loved that we could bring our dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and clean!

Adorable and close to everything. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arketa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

I loved this property for my first time in St. Louis! The location was central to many of the places we visited, the check in/check out process was easy, and the host was great with communicating with me from the time I booked the house to the time I checked out! The host also offered many great suggestions for things to do/places to eat/etc!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable house!

This house was perfect for our short stay in St Louis! The house was just as described, the owner was super easy to work with the and the house was adorable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet & Convenient

We just wrapped up a wonderful stay at this VRBO, and it truly delivered on comfort, cleanliness, and convenience. The space was inviting and family-friendly, with thoughtful touches that made us feel right at home. From the well-stocked kitchen to the cozy beds, everything was exactly as described—if not better.The location was ideal—close to local attractions but tucked away enough to enjoy some peace and quiet. Our hosts were incredibly responsive and welcoming, offering clear instructions and great recommendations. You can tell they genuinely care about their guests’ experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful, little property in a quiet neighborhood. Very clean. Equipped with everything we needed for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home!

This is our 2nd time at this charming house in Dogtown, with our dog! Lisa’s place is charming and full of amenities! Super clean, the beds are comfortable and the area is so quaint!!! We will definitely stay here every time we come through St. Louis!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for families!

We loved staying at Lisa’s place! It had everything we needed (and more!) for two young toddlers. She had everything set out for us and made the entire process smooth from start to finish. Lisa was incredibly thoughtful and accommodating—we’d love to stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick family trip

Lisa was absolutely incredible. She had great recommendations for our family and was very communicative. We loved the house too. Would absolutely recommend staying there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay!

This home was super clean and comfortable! Had everything we needed and more! Great fenced in yard and the location was great! Lisa was so wonderful and provided tons of information on places to see and restaurants to try. I would stay here in a heartbeat again! Thank you for the wonderful hospitality!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in dog town

Cute, clean place and very convenient location to everything St. Louis has to offer. Lisa is a great host and very attentive to everything we needed. We loved that we could bring our dog, and everything is very pet friendly. The neighborhood, "Dogtown" lives up to it's name.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dog friendly in Dogtown!

We’ve actually stayed at this beautiful home several times now as we travel with our dog from AZ to MI! We love staying here with a large backyard with lots of grass and fenced in! Perfect for our golden and us! Always stocked with snacks and coffee! The beds are super comfortable! And the place is super quiet! Look forward to coming again next year!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little home

Property was amazing. Cute little house with very nice backyard. Was located minutes from everywhere. Lisa was amazing recommending places to go!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Very cozy, great for the doggies, comfy beds, and large yard! What’s not to love.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tnea T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful clean comfortable home!

It was perfect for a family of 7 visiting the zoo that was only 8 minutes away. My favorite part was having a driveway it's usually of street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023