1830's Luxury Brick Cottage, Cozy Fireplace, right off the Cobblestone Streets!

Saint Charles, Missouri
$200 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

'The Riverfront Guest House' located at #422 Rear S. Main Street centrally located in the historic district of St. Charles, Missouri is a charming, upscale brick guest cottage built in 1830's and 100% remodeled in 2013 for the vacation rental experience and sleeps 4 people. The Riverfront Guest House was originally a wheelwright shop that made and repaired wagon wheels for the thousands of new settlers and explorers coming through St. Charles and heading westward. Today it has been completelyrefinished with beautiful modern amenties while restoring much of the original, unique qualities such as exposed brick walls, and large exposed wood beams. This ambiance continues to the surrounding area of Main Street St. Charles and Riverfront. With over 10 blocks on the Historic District National Registry, its one of the largest districts in the country. Panoramic views of the Missouri river greet you right out the front door.
The main floor (ground level) of this quaint cottage sleeps 2 people and includes a lovely king size bed with luxury bedding and mattress. There is a very large corner gas fireplace with elevated brick hearth, kitchen with refrigerator, freezer, and microwave, and an antique table and chairs where you can sit and gaze out at Frontier Park and watch the beautiful Missouri river go by. Enjoy cable TV on a large wall hanging flat screen from the bed or seating area. The full bathroom also on the main ground level includes a walk in shower with two shower valves, one rainshower shower head and another multiple mode shower head.
The 2nd floor of the cottage sleeps two more guests with two cozy built-in beds with comfortable twin mattresses and bedding and individual lighting. Warm walnut floors and low ceilings make this an inviting place for children or adults to sleep. A window in the exposed brick wall provides a great view of Frontier Park and the Missouri River. A separate flat screen TV is also included with a Wii gaming system for the children to enjoy on this floor.
The historic cottage has been completely remodeled and designed entirely with vacation renters in mind. The cottage is completely private and separate from 'The Main Street Guest House' located near the cottage, and can be rented separately or with The Main Street house for guests traveling with multiple parties or large groups. All modern amenities are included such as two 40 gallon hot water heaters so you never run out of hot water, cable TV, Wifi, Keurig coffee maker, and high efficiency heating and cooling, and much more. Take a short troll across Riverside Drive into Frontier Park along the Missouri River, ride a bike on The Katy Trail directly in front of the cottage, or walk the cobblestone sidewalk along the one of the largest historic districts on the national registry. Countless shopping and dining options await you, all within walking distance (less than a half mile in either direction). The best part, most are unique businesses that you won't find anywhere else, like Braddens restaurant, Lewis and Clark restaurant, Winery of the Little Hills (great outdoor seating with fire pits located right across the street), Mother-in-Law House restaurant 98ft away, The Hobbit Hole Antiques, Moss next door for some of the latest fashion, Trailhead Brewery, Grandmas Cookies a few doors down, Kat and Me, and countless others. A personal favorite with our family of four small of children is Riverside Sweets located only two doors down where visitors of all ages can enjoy some of the best ice cream, homemade candy and fudge, caramel apples, and walls and walls of candy and collectibles to choose from. A few blocks north, Picasso's offers a great cup of coffee and some live music at times. Grab breakfast at The Bikestop Cafe and rent a bike for a peaceful ride on The Katy Trail just a few hundred feet from the home. Ameristar Casino is also located within a mile of the home just outside the Historic area for those looking for a little nightlife. Two major malls, Mid-Rivers Mall, and St. Louis Premium Outlet Mall, are located 10 minutes in either direction. Located on the other side of highway 70, The St. Charles Convention Center and Family Arena are located about five minutes from the guest house. A short 25 minute drive will get you to most St. Louis Attractions such as The Arch, The St. Louis Zoo, The Magic House, The City Museum, The Art Museum, Grants Farm, Busch Stadium, The Fox Theatre, The Peabody, The Art Museum, and so many other fun things to do and see. Spend the day seeing the sights of St. Louis and then head back to family friendly St. Charles, walk to dinner, and kick back and relax and visit with your loved ones at night. The home is located approximately 10-15 minutes from St. Louis Lambert Airport, with plenty of public and private transportation available. St. Peters Catholic church is just a short 1/4 mile stroll away, as well as the Main Street Church on North Main. SSM St. Joseph Health Center is also located within 1/4 mile for those needing a place to stay while visiting loved ones, or if health issues should arise. With many fantastic festivities on Main Street and in Frontier Park for year round interest for all ages, there's always something new to experience when you stay at the Main Street Guest House! for lots of great information and a calendar of upcoming events. Please feel free to call us at anytime. We sure hope to hear from you, and thank you!

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 550 Sq Ft (51 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Freezer Microwave Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Video Games Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Toys Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Ralph

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    Nice view of the Mississippi in the morning. Just off of the main street in old town St Charles, this place was perfect for our needs.

  • Brandi

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed Apr 18, 2025

    Beautiful cottage in the perfect location.

  • Greg G.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2026

    Stayed Jan 15, 2026

    Loved the place! Cute and functional, wife and I both had room for conference calls and it’s very comfortable and convenient!

  • Tracey S.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    Host was great and the cottage was perfect for our stay. Just enough room and a GREAT location!

  • C M.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    Delightful and picturesque. Perfect for a Christmas stay! The hosts had added some tasteful, seasonal decorations that made the (already adorable) home feel festive. The location could not have been better - walking distance to some amazing restaurants with a view of the river. Home was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We will be back!

  • Jeffrey S.

    Submitted Dec 11, 2025

    Stayed Dec 9, 2025

    Great cottage feel, and superior proximity to Main Street holiday festivities! Very cozy interior with a very comfortable primary bed. This will be an annual event for us.

  • Josie C.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 1, 2025

    Great place to stay! So cozy, inviting and great location. Nice communication from owners.

  • Melody R.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 22, 2025

    Charming. Bed is comfortable but VERY high. A larger step stool would be helpful.

  • Anne H.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    Wonderful property! Great food and shops near by. We lucked into be there during an art fair. Very clean, comfortable and quiet.

  • Jeramy L.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Excellent location, great property with everything you need! We love the history of the cottage and the area!

  • Charolette E.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    Very nice rental, extremely well stocked and close to the shops, the Katy Trail and the River front park.

  • Lacy M.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    We loved this house. It was cute and functional and plenty of space for me and my 2 kids (16, 26). It had all the basics and plenty of extras. It was exactly as described, check in was simple and communication with owner prior to arriving was amazing. We were able to walk to lots of restaurants and places to shop and driving into St. Louis was simple and only took about 20 minutes depending on where we were going. The area near the home is just beautiful and I have could have spent days exploring. If we make it back this direction I would absolutely want to stay here again.

  • Matt L.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    As mentioned in all reviews, the location is THE best! We stayed there during the 4th of July festival and were right in the middle of the action. BUT with the old thick brick walls when we shut the door all the noise was muted, not to zero, but low enough that it was no big deal. Bed was comfortable, the place was spotless, you get your own parking spot too. Could not recommend higher! -Matt

  • Melody R.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2025

    Stayed May 27, 2025

    The riverside guest house was a perfect find for our two day getaway. Would definitely stay again. Perfect location.

  • Erica S.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Second time staying there and just as good as the last time. We will be back!

  • Lori M.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    We are delighted to have found this beautiful VRBO and the quaint area of St. Charles! We were coming to St Louis to see our Phillies play the Cardinals but didn’t want to stay in the city. This was a PERFECT spot. Close enough to go exploring the city, but then coming back to the quiet historic streets of St Charles. The Guest House was cozy and unique with a peaceful view of the Missouri River just a golf stroke away. Steeped in history but certainly not lacking any modern amenities needed. Nicely stocked with backup toiletries, a few snacks, and bottled water so we didn’t have to run out and buy groceries as we often do at many VRBOs when only bare minimum supplies are provided. The brick gas fireplace adds a perfect atmosphere. I’d love to visit in the colder fall/winter months just to use it more. Loved the coffee table book showing photos of the process of how the owners refurbished this little gem and gave it new life to offer a beautiful, quiet place to stay. Walking the brick streets to the many shops and amazing restaurants was absolutely charming. Everyone was friendly. We had two wonderful meals at the Main House Restaurant just steps away. Also enjoyed great meals at Tony’s, Novellus, and Allin’s Diner. And had a great time listening to LIVE music at the Honky Tonk just blocks down the street. Walkable and safe area with loads of charm. Thank you for the great stay!

  • Jordan N.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2025

    Stayed Mar 5, 2025

    My husband and I stayed two nights at this cottage and loved it so much. It’s super cute and cozy, perfect for just the two of us. And you can’t beat the location! Within walking distance to everything on Main Street. My husband said he wanted to stay here again!

  • Maria W.

    Submitted Mar 21, 2025

    Stayed Mar 18, 2025

    What a charming, beautiful home! My children and I enjoyed a relaxing stay, sampling the restaurants and bakeries between walks along the river. Clear instructions, a welcoming home with thoughtful touches, and a perfect spot to relax. I’d definitely recommend staying here!

  • Charles J.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    The property was just as described and pictured. The location is right in the middle of the historic district making it an easy walk in either direction and just steps away from the Katy Trail.

  • Tracy H.

    Submitted Mar 10, 2025

    Stayed Mar 1, 2025

    We love this little Guest House and have now stayed here 3 times. It's charm and location keeps us coming back.

  • Lynette C.

    Submitted Feb 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 7, 2025

    This little cottage is very quaint, clean and comfortable! Conveniently located next to restaurants, bars, coffee shops and shopping. The trail along the river is right across the street. Highlyrecommend

  • Mitchel V.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2024

    This property is within easy walking distance to ALL of historic downtown St Charles. It's obvious the owners take great care in keeping The Guest House in perfect condition, with every possible amenity provided. Very comfortable stay. We'll absolutely be back!

  • tyler k.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    Host and house were both great.

  • Jim A.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    Excellent location and just the right amount of space for the two of us. St. Charles is truly a hidden gem in the heartland.

  • Tamara P.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    We had a lovely time in St Charles for a long weekend. The guest house could not have been in a better location to the walking trails, shopping, restaurants. It was very clean and had Everything we needed for a perfect weekend. When we come back to this area we will rent this accommodation again.

  • Lisa R.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Jul 22, 2024

    This restored mini cottage is the perfect fit for a St. Charles visit. The location right off of Main St allows for easy access to all the local businesses. Exceptionally clean and well maintained. Great communication with hosts. Would highly recommend for making memories!

  • Tom V.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    The accomodation was exactly what we anticipated. In the middle of historic downtown with no need to drive anywhere.

  • Janette G.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 29, 2024

    We could walk to the riverfront, walking paths, shops and restaurants!

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