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1870's Luxury Guest Cottage, Historic Downtown St. Charles, Mo.

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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The Old Town Guest House
Indoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
Indoor spa tub
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Historic Main Street
  • Place, Ameristar Casino St. Charles
  • Place, St Charles Convention Center
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

1870's Luxury Guest Cottage, Historic Downtown St. Charles, Mo.

The Old Town Guest House is an upscale vacation home originally built in 1870 and beautifully renovated with tasteful and modern accomodations to make your stay a perfect one. The history and charm of a bed and breakfast with the privacy and space of your own home. Located in the historic district of old town St. Charles, you'll love strolling along the cobblestone streets, visiting all the unique shop, restaurants and entertainment Main Street has to offer. Right off the Katy Trail and great for cyclists looking for lodging beyond the hotel scene. Only 9 miles from Lambert Airport and a short half-hour drive to the all St. Louis Attractions, you can explore it all!
Walking in the door on the lower level walk out to the parking, you’ll see a luxurious hot tub with jets and lighting in a private enclosure wrapped in cozy cedar siding. Inside the bottom floor has 1 bedroom with a king size bed, full bathroom, and washer and dryer. Main floor boast a beautiful kitchen with breakfast and snacks awaiting you (full kitchen except for no stove/range), comfortable and lovely living room, room with a daybed, and another full bathroom. Upstairs is a charming half story room with 2 queen beds, closet, and plenty of space.
Perfect for a romantic weekend, wedding night stay, girlfriends' getaway, family fun retreat, or anything other group looking a unique vacation. We are here to make your stay an unforgetable one, and would love to have you as our guests.


Keywords: guest house, bed and breakfast, colonial, historic

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We do not allow parties of any kind including bach
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Must sign rental agreement within 48 hours upon booking
A $300 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure, if no damages are reported
Must follow all house rules including but not limited to no pets, no smoking, and no parties. Minimum age of 25 years old to book.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We do not allow parties of any kind including bach
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Charles

Located on a river, this holiday home is in St. Charles Historic District, a neighbourhood in St. Charles. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Pelican Island Natural Area, while Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre and Missouri Artists on Main are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Centene Community Ice Center, or check out an event or a game at Family Arena. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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St. Charles, MO

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lindenwood University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ameristar Casino St. Charles - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St Charles Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hollywood Casino - 9 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 25 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Llywelyn's Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Little O's Old Time Soda Fountain - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salt + Smoke - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tuners Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lewis and Clark's - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1870's Luxury Guest Cottage, Historic Downtown St. Charles, Mo. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1870's Luxury Guest Cottage, Historic Downtown St. Charles, Mo.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1870's Luxury Guest Cottage, Historic Downtown St. Charles, Mo.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1870's Luxury Guest Cottage, Historic Downtown St. Charles, Mo. located?

This family-friendly St. Charles holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Main Street and Ameristar Casino St. Charles. Missouri Artists on Main and First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean and charming! Comfortable furnishings and bedding, plenty of towels/linens available and the hot tub was well maintained and easy to use.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a good experience. Needed another chair for the table and the floors could be cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great stay

The whole stay was great. The house is conveniently located and the property its self is beautiful. The host were great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Great place to stay in, will be back!

Always a great place to stay in St Charles, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian M.

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

History and comfort

Everything beautiful & made for comfortLoved the jacuzzi
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

A Wonderful Historical House in St Charles

Loved this house. My family said one of their favorite VRBO homes. Beautiful, clean, amazing location and a hot tub! We will stay there again. I am sure it would be a fantastic Christmas house.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

St. Charles gem!

Perfect location in St. Charles just off of Main street right smack in the middle of all it has to offer! The home was perfect for our week long trip to the area for our son's college hockey national tournament. We had 6 in our group and it was plenty of space for all of us. fowonderful home to
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Girl trip

Well appointed, comfortable house with a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

St. Charles MO-great place

We had so many laughs and enjoyed our stay immensely. Everything was perfect for a perfect get-away. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Mom and daughters’ get away

The home was PERFECT! Clean, cool and comfortable. Excellent proximity to the St Charles historic area. We were able to walk everywhere! We will definitely try to stay here again when we return to St Charles!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Another wonderful stay in Saint Charles

This is our third time staying in a property from The Guest House Co., and once again we were not disappointed!! The house was spacious and had all of the amenities! It is within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants on Main Street. We can’t wait to plan our next visit to Saint Charles and stay at another one of your guest houses!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Girls trip

We were comfortable at the house. Too many stairs for one of my friends, but she managed. Clean and comfortable. Loved the location. We could walk to main st and eat and shop!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri L., Evansville, Indiana

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

Just like home

My sister and I brought our mom for a girls trip. We really enjoyed the location and the house. The snacks, puzzles, games and dvd’s were such a nice extra touch. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Historical

Pros: excellent location, clean, nice furnishings, great snacks and coffee Cons: lots of stairs for older people
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Amarillo, Texas is now on the Guest House map! :)

Our family had a great time in this historic neighborhood. We thought not having a stove/oven might be problematic but it wasn't at all - there were so many places nearby to explore we didn't miss cooking for ourselves. There are steep steps - the rooms are on three floors - but our 3 and 5 year old were able to handle them just fine. Everything was clean and ready for us when we arrived. The location is great to get on the highway for downtown but be sure to save time to explore historic St Charles and Main Street. (check the times for things - lots are closed Mon/Tues) We enjoyed staying at The Guest House, had quick replies to any correspondence from our hosts and will definitely look in to this, and their additional properties, for future visits to St. Louis.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M., Colorado

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

Exactly what We Needed

My son was playing college hockey at the Centene Ice Center, so my husband, my son’s girlfriend, and I all flew in to watch. The house was the perfect setup for us: 3 levels (so we hall had our own space), common areas that allowed us to watch movies when we were together, but with a door to the area that allowed us to work quietly if we needed, as well. It’s right near historic downtown and not far from the rink and casinos. Our hosts were fantastic: their communication and willingness to work with us. We didn’t know how long we’d be there because if the team won, they’d move on to play additional games.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Molly V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen is equipped for a weekend getaway. No stove, but microwave. Utensils etc are fine.Beds are comfortable. Decor is great.All the books around were good. I wish I had had more time to spend with some of the books.Only issues for us were all the steps. It is steep on 3 floors. Great for anyone in great shape. Bit of a challenge for our ages. But we made it work. The surrounding buildings felt a little sketchy. Great location for Main Street St. Charles. We could easily walk to get to Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a girls weekend! Perfect location! Beds were very comfy, place was very clean! Would definitely stay again. Stairs could be a problem for some but we just had the young girls stay upstairs!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an adorable place to stay. Very handy to Main St. Vvery clean, neighborhood was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

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

Perfect house for a weekend in St. Charles

Some friends and I stayed here for a weekend getaway. This house was perfect. It was within walking distance of many shops, restaurants, and bars. The house was spacious enough for all 6 of us to feel comfortable and not feel like we were on top of each other. The hot tub was also a great addition!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyell A.

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

Wonderful stay!

In town visiting friends. I had a wonderful stay! Great place, location and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Girls weekend

Place was beautiful and had everything we needed! Would absolutely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

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

What a great getaway

It was a wonderful getaway it was close to St Peter's Church and downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

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

Beautiful

The property was perfect for our 2 day shopping trip. Only a half block from all the shops and restaurants. House is very unique and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty Jo H.

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

Friends

The house is charming and we loved the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Audrey and Matt Gorski

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Our family of seven loves to travel, and when we discovered the vacation home option instead of hotels, we knew we wanted a rental property of our own to share with others. We hope our cottages enhance your vacation like so many homes have done for us. We love meeting and talking with people from all over, so please feel free to give us a call!- Audrey and Matt

Why they chose this property

We've always loved Old Town St. Charles because of its charm, fun atmosphere, and historic architecture. When we saw this little brick house for sale we thought it was just perfect and would be a way for us to enjoy the area even more and let other people experience it too.

What makes this property unique

With everything in walking distance, we love that we don't have to pile everyone into the car when we want to go eat, shop, or play. The many festivities and events happening all year round, give the whole family something to enjoy.

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