Located close to Forest Park, Hill Retreat: Rustic Charm w/ Balcony has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroom74 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Hill Retreat: Rustic Charm w/ Balcony
Welcome to your home away from home! This rustically renovated shotgun-style 1-bedroom unit offers a cozy and unique retreat in the heart of St. Louis' iconic Italian neighborhood, The Hill.
Located upstairs in a two-family home, the space features a queen bedroom and a living room with a comfortable sofa bed, perfect for extra guests. The full kitchen is ready for your culinary creations, while the gorgeous outdoor balcony provides the perfect spot to unwind with your morning coffee or evening wine.
The Hill is known for its vibrant charm and incredible dining scene, and this rental puts you right in the center of it all! With over a dozen authentic Italian restaurants and cafes within 4 blocks, your taste buds are in for a treat. The unit's re-purposed wood accents and rustic design elements provide a warm and inviting ambiance that feels like a true getaway while still offering all the comforts of home. Book your stay today and experience the perfect blend of modern convenience and old-world charm in one of St. Louis' most beloved neighborhoods!
*We provide a complimentary starter pack of essentials to help you settle in, including basic toiletries and paper products. For your extended stay, please plan to purchase additional items as needed.
Although we do not like fees in order to maintain our units we must make you aware of the following: We are ONLY dog friendly. To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests a non-refundable fee of $100 per reservation will be charged to cover additional cleaning costs. Pet fees are NOT included in the original reservation price or room rate provided. Any applicable pet fees will be added to your reservation MANUALLY and charged AFTER booking. If you do not honor our pet policy (dog only disclosure) you will be fined $200. Strict NO SMOKING policy. If you smoke inside you will be fined $250. We are not responsible for items left behind by guests. If you leave an item behind and you want it to be sent back to you. We charge $25 for that item to be shipped plus the shipping costs. Any stay greater than 21 days will require an additional long term cleaning fee of $50 that will be MANUALLY charged after reservation confirmation. An unapproved late check-out is $50.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Things to do
Birdwatching 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)
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
The Hill, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, is home to this apartment. St. Louis Union Station and Gateway Arch are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Forest Park and Mississippi River. Check out an event or a game at Enterprise Center, and consider making time for St. Louis Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching. Visit our St. Louis travel guide
Is Hill Retreat: Rustic Charm w/ Balcony pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hill Retreat: Rustic Charm w/ Balcony?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Hill Retreat: Rustic Charm w/ Balcony located?
Located in The Hill, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Tower Grove Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Louis Zoo and Forest Park. Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Hill Retreat: Rustic Charm w/ Balcony Reviews
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Beautiful place in the heart of the Hill, sooo convenient to local bakeries and restaurants and coffee shops. I can’t recommend this place highly enough!
This is one of the nicest places I've yh. Would definitely stay there again. Jeff was very attentive and responded quickly when i had a question. You wont be sorry if you stay here.
Great location. We stayed in the upstairs unit and for the most part was very nice. The things that could be improved on would be general upkeep and maintenance. I noticed the main door handle coming into the house was loose. The toilet was wobbly and needed to be secured to the floor and the shower trim was coming off the wall. The door that closed to the bedroom also needed to be adjusted because it wouldn’t close properly. Last, the kitchen could be stocked better as far as cookware and glasses.
We enjoyed everything about our stay here. The apartment was clean and nicely decorated. The hosts were in contact with us often and were very accommodating. This house is in the middle of "the Hill" neighborhood. It is across the street from the Catholic church. The bells ring on the hour starting at 6 AM. (That might be an issue for some people - Just be aware) Across the street was Vitale's bakery. They had amazing baked goods. We tried the cannoli and cream horns. Both were amazing. You can walk from the house to at least 8 or 10 different restaurants, including Marconi Mercata, Zia's, Mama's, Cafe Dolce, and more. If you want to explore the Hill, this is a great place to do it from.
Tim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jennifer T.
6 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location, adorable condo with a few issues. This location is amazing if your primary goal is to stay in a safe, quaint, walkable neighborhood with lots of Italian restaurants and shops. This neighborhood focuses around the Catholic Church, which rings their bells at 6 AM and ends around 9 PM. I thought it was lovely but it was very loud across the street. Monday mornings are very loud in this neighborhood as well starting around 5am. Very easy drive to everything St. Louis has to offer. Now the not so great, which I sent to the owners of this VRBO a week before posting this to address anything and they have not. Several dishes were very dirty with food still caked on them, the right hand door walking into the bedroom, doesn’t work, there was no way to create any privacy from the pull out couch in living room, there was no top sheet, pillow cases or blankets for the pullout couch, there was only two small towels originall,, they brought 2 more, there’s no light shade on the fan in bedroom and there’s no light shade on the lamp next to the two chairs area, there’s no dimmer lighting just the bright overhead lights in the kitchen and living room area and is very bright at night. The TV and remote has some kind of issue it’s delayed and doesn’t work half the time and is the only one. There is literally no sound barrier in the stairwell from downstairs to the upstairs and the sound carries up. I could hear the entire conversation they were having downstairs clearl