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3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
Property grounds
Escape to a secluded cottage in the woods, just minutes from Castlewood State Park. Unwind in this newly renovated 3-bedroom haven, with two bathrooms and a peaceful atmosphere that makes you feel like you're far from it all.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis

Discover this delightful three-bedroom holiday house in Ballwin! Nestled just a short 25-minute drive from the thrilling rides of Six Flags St. Louis and 18 minutes from the scenic trails of Route 66 State Park, this property offers the perfect home base for your Midwest adventure.

Inside, you'll find all the comforts of home, including free WiFi, a smart TV, and a full-size washer and dryer. The fully stocked kitchen is equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, and toaster, making it easy to prepare delicious meals. Gather around the dining table with your loved ones to enjoy your culinary creations.

When you're not exploring the nearby Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum, you can relax in the air-conditioned living space or take advantage of the on-site parking. With all the essential amenities, including linens and an iron and board, you'll have everything you need for a stress-free and enjoyable stay. Get ready to create lasting memories in this charming Ballwin vacation home!

Property manager

Jim Kerber

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets must be registered with host and pet fee paid

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

Property is also known as

House
Top Of Castlewood Ballwin
Top Of Castlewood Private vacation home
Top Of Castlewood Private vacation home Ballwin

About the area

Map
Ballwin, MO

What's nearby

  • Castlewood State Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lone Elk Park - 19 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Route 66 State Park - 20 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 23 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Six Flags St. Louis - 27 min drive - 23.3 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 20 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TJ's Wings - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Walk Away Waffles - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Warren's Watering Hole - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at 3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Castlewood State Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Meramec River. West Tyson County Park and Flight Range are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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3-bedroom vacation home just 20 minutes from Six Flags St. Louis Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Quaint stay

Overall the stay was great and the host provided so necessary information in a timely fashion. The location is great for going into the city.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jason T.

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

Great place

Good location for what I was doing . Clean and ready to go
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher J.

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

Home for the Holidays

We had a great experience during our stay. The house was very clean. Great location and terrific views. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Peaceful place outside the city

Cute, quaint, and quiet. Very peaceful and lots of things to do. We went to Hidden Valley and had daughter and bff go skiing!!Best experience ever.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

korymj

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

MO Game Con Trip

The property was great! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

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

Quiet get away

I loved that this was off of the beaten path. It was nice, quiet, and very clean. We greatly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

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

Wooded setting

Great place to get away from the city. Near Castlewood State Park. Yet close enough to take advantage of the restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Comfortable stay.

We had a great stay. The property was as advertised. Dish towles were now included. Quiet neighborhood near the State park hiking. Jim was very attentive to our one request during our 4 week stay.
Stayed 27 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Safe & Beautiful location

Super clean. Great, safe & beautiful location! We were only a few minutes from all amenities in St. Louis & then only a few minutes walk to the beautiful castle wood state park! Perfect stay for my family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Comfy house, private, near attractions

Stayed for a visit with grandkids. Comfortable family space, good size dining table, great for meals and game nights. Location was tucked away in a wooded area, but very easy to access highways and main roads to get to local attractions. Made for the perfect stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jolene K.

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

Comfortable

Very nice. Big. Lots of room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

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

Quiet place close to a lot

Property was just as described. We were very comfortable there. Close to our relatives and suburban shopping, dining, etc. Also close to the city of St. Louis.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Don W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Decent house

We stayed here for two days to attend a wedding. The house fit our needs and is in a nice area. We saw deer and wildlife every day in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Great house in Ballwin!

My brother and I signed up for pickleball tournament at the Missouri Pickleball Club and stayed in this place with my two nieces who cheered us on. I have been accused of being a snob when it comes to comfort of beds and this place was excellent. My brother took bedroom upstairs with firmer mattress and I took the softer mattress in the downstairs bedroom. The girls had the 2 twins in the third bedroom. Everyone said the beds were very comfortable. We had great time as a family in the house. We cooked breakfast and dinner in the kitchen, made popcorn while watching movies on the smart TV, and talking in the comfy couches in the living room. The owner was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

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

2024 Eclipse

We booked this property as a base for a trip to south eastern Missouri to see the 2024 solar eclipse. It worked great for the 5 of us + dog. Property exceeded all expectations! Plenty of room, clean, well appointed with all the cooking and supplies we would need. Proximity to Castlewood state park was a plus. Communications with the owner were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Visit to StL

The property fit our needs well. We were a group of 4 with two dogs. Plenty of cookware, dishes, towels, etc. beds were comfortable. A/C was welcome given the unseasonably warm weather. Road leading to the home could be a little difficult to navigate if there is winter weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

cabin - close to city

We really enjoyed staying at the property. Do note that there are still no kitchen towels/washcloths - bring your own. We had small children with us and felt that the staircase was very steep, so use caution when selecting this property. The twin beds are upstairs, which is where children would most likely be sleeping. There are minimal utensils. We had five people, and there were five forks. But we loved waking up and seeing a grouping of deer outside the windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Penny W., North Carolina

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

Nice and quiet

Nice place. Rustic. Bring your own kitchen towels and a sweater if the weather will be cool. Heat is governed to 70 degrees max. No closets or hangers. Washer and dryer is great. Mattress is comfortable. This is an awesome 1919 updated house.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Denise K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

Great setting in the woods. A few items of note: toilet paper holder very loose, fell off often, top step of stairs is loose and could easily cause a fall, window sills had bugs, kitchen and main bedroom need repainting badly-scuff marks made those rooms look dirty and untidy. We felt the house was put together quickly for a rental and not finished properly. We enjoyed the area, but were disappointed in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa K.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great race and weather

Lovely weather for Ozark Foothills race which we went to watch. Really great race! Beds good, livingroom furniture ok. Home was in need of a deep thorough clean. Light fixtures and ceiling fans furry with grimy dirt, cobwebs and dead bugs on window sills and light fixtures, and top step still loose(as mentioned in previous review). Kitchen minimally stocked. No dishtowels and minimal mixing/baking dishes. Messaged owner morning of checkout about a few things and a week later still no response...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle K.

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

Comfortable and secluded

This was a great place for our family to stay while exploring Six Flags and St. Louis. It took longer to get to Six Flags than I expected (30 minutes) because it was definitely off the beaten path. But the area was safe and quiet. We even spotted several deer! The home was clean, beds were comfortable, and the showers worked great. I was disappointed that there was no ice nor any way to make ice. A couple of ice cube trays in the freezer would be super helpful. The bedrooms had blinds on the windows but it was super bright as soon as the sun came up. Some room-darkening curtains would be such a nice upgrade. I spotted an iron but no hair dryer so bring your own. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

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

Snow day hideaway

We rented Top of Castlewood to enable us to attend my uncle's funeral in St. Louis at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. We planned to spend a few days visiting local attractions and gathering with our family. Despite our best plans, we had the good fortune of being snowed in at the house for a couple of days. The set up is nice, one bedroom with a queen bed, a bath, the kitchen and living area on the main level, two bedrooms, one queen and one with twin beds, and a bath upstairs. Both bathrooms, though a bit small, feature large showers. There is laundry in the basement area of the home as well, which worked out for us after our teens went out to play in the fresh snowfall. Though our intent was not to be housebound, of course, the home was warm, clean, cozy and inviting. We did have the forethought to get some groceries prior to the snowfall, so we were able to cook and eat there. The kitchen has a fair amount of dishes and cookware, however, the cutlery is not plentiful. In fact, there were only three forks for all six of us. We made the best of it, but if you plan to eat in, buy some disposable forks!! I can wholeheartedly recommend Top of Castlewood as a lovely place to stay in a very quiet, private, off the beaten path area. It worked for our group of six for four days without feeling like we were on top of each other. It feels both seclude and close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary Jo R.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Inaccurate listing and host was not a people person!

I’ve stayed in a lot of Vrbo‘s with NO issues! This place was one was one of the worst! We were only looking for a place to stay while my daughter was moving into her new house. The place said it could sleep six, but we found out later that if we had more than two, we would be charged for each person. Any questions for the host that we had were met with sarcasm and rudeness. My son and daughter were going to have to bring their dogs and we found out they were going to charge 100 more for the pet fee to an already expensive place for one night. We felt so unwelcomed and tried to cancel to no avail. When we arrived at the house, the thermostat was set at 63 and it’s in the middle of winter. It took quite a while for the house to warm up. There were no amenities, the place was not very clean and there were large marks on the wall. The checkout time was 9 o’clock, it was 9:09 am and the host sat outside and waited for my son to leave while he was taking pictures of the car for some reason. The place was overpriced, and the host was not very accommodating. I would not recommend this place or any place that he is renting!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

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

Clean, Quiet, and Convenient Rental near City and Parks!

We recently stayed at the rental and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed. The cleanliness of the property was exceptional and it was evident that the hosts took great care to maintain a high level of hygiene. The bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas were all spotless, and I felt comfortable and at ease during my entire stay. One of the things that stood out to me was how quiet the area was. Despite being in close proximity to the city, the property was situated in a peaceful neighborhood and we were able to enjoy a restful night's sleep without any disturbance. The rental was also very well stocked with all the essentials needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was equipped with all the necessary appliances and utensils, making meal preparation a breeze. The living room and bedrooms were also furnished with comfortable furniture and ample bedding, ensuring that I had everything I needed to feel at home. The location of the vacation home was perfect for me as it was close to local parks where I enjoyed some outdoor activities during my stay. Additionally, the easy commute into the city made it convenient for me to explore all that the city had to offer. Overall, I would highly recommend this vacation home rental to anyone looking for a clean, quiet, and well-stocked property that is conveniently located to local parks and the city. The hosts were also very accommodating and responsive, making my stay all the more enjoyable.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

A lovely retreat

We really enjoyed our stay here! There were even toys and books in the upstairs closet for our toddler to play with! The upstairs bathroom you two is a bit cramped to sit on, but otherwise a very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025