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'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
Property grounds
TV
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 688 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment!

Leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind when you escape to The Farmhouse, a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental. Constructed in 1906, The Ruebling House once served as the general store and living quarters of one of Defiance's founding fathers, August Ruebling. This historical apartment sits just outside of St. Louis and combines the original, antique finishes with updated amenities, and offers a convenient location near hiking trails and Missouri's award-winning wineries!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | In-Unit Laundry | Full Kitchen

Escape your everyday realities when you stay at this rustic retreat where you can spend your days visiting local vineyards and getting wrapped up in the small-town charm!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

SHARED OUTDOOR SPACE: Covered front & side porches, rocking chairs, spacious yard, wooded views, downtown Defiance views
HISTORIC TOUCHES: Original fir hardwood floors, original decor
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, ceiling fans, dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, microwave, blender, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & air conditioning, keyless entry, linens & towels, hair dryer
FAQ: 3 exterior steps required for entry, other vacation rentals on-site
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: 3 additional properties are available on-site, each with separate nightly rates: a 2-bedroom unit for 6 guests, a 1-bedroom + loft unit for 4 guests, and another 2-bedroom unit for 6 guests. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please reach out to Evolve at 877.818.1014 for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTDOORS: Katy Trail (0.1 miles), Matson Hill Trail (2.4 miles), Lost Valley Hiking Trail (2.9 miles), Weldon Springs Conservation Area (4.0 miles), Klondike Trail Head (4.0 miles), Lewis & Clark Trailhead Weldon Springs (6.4 miles), Broemmelsiek Park (6.9 miles), Busch Greenway Trailhead (7.6 miles), Pine Trail (11.3 miles), Castlewood State Park (27.8 miles)
WINERIES: Defiance Ridge Vineyards (0.9 miles), Chandler Hill Vineyards (1.5 miles), Sugar Creek Winery (2.3 miles), Montelle Winery (6.3 miles), Augusta Winery (8.5 miles), Mt. Pleasant Winery (8.6 miles), Noboleis Vineyards (9.3 miles), Balducci Vineyards (11.0 miles), Quarry Wine Garden (11.5 miles), Blumenhof Winery (14.7 miles), Cedar Lake Cellars (19.7 miles), Renaissance Wine Garden (23.8 miles), Holy Grail Winery & Vineyard (26.8 miles)
ST. LOUIS MUST-DOS: The Butterfly House (19.4 miles), Six Flags St. Louis (30.3 miles), The Magic House, St Louis Children's Museum (31.2 miles), Saint Louis Zoo (33.0 miles), Missouri Botanical Garden (35.7 miles), The Gateway Arch (39.5 miles)
AIRPORT: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (28.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs to access
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please reach out to Evolve at 877.818.1014 for more information prior to booking
- NOTE: There is a live music venue located near the property. Music may be audible Friday-Sunday evenings

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Porch
  • Yard

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating 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

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

New! 'the Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apt! Apartment
New! 'the Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apt! Defiance
447910

About the neighborhood

Map
Defiance, Missouri

What's nearby

  • Yellow Farmhouse Winery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sugar Creek Winery - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Chandler Hill Vineyards - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Historic Daniel Boone Home and Heritage Center - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Six Flags St. Louis - 52 min drive - 58.5 km

Getting around

  • Washington Station - 28 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Defiance Ridge Vineyards - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chandler Hill Vineyards - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Montelle Winery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Defiance Roadhouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Piazza Deli Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment! located?

Situated in Defiance, this apartment building is steps from Yellow Farmhouse Winery, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Chandler Hill Vineyards and Sugar Creek Winery. Matson Hill Park Trailhead is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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'The Ruebling House' Historic Defiance Apartment! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

My family rented all 4 apartments on this property for our family and the bridal party for my daughter's wedding. The property was absolutely perfect and less than a mile from the venue.

10/10

What a beautiful area. This was perfect for a girls trip. The local wineries are very close and wonderful. Very well kept and nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10

We rented all four of these units. This unit is the second of the main floor units. My mother in law stayed in this unit and it was perfect. The unit was quiet and beautifully maintained. I cannot say enough about the beds and bedding. These may be the most comfortable beds any of us have ever slept in!!

10/10

We love this property and will definitely return to it. It is one block off of Katy Trail and easy walking distance to several restaurants and wineries. Everything worked well and was in perfect condition!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10

A friend and I met up for the weekend. This rental is really impeccable. Extremely clean and well appointed. We had everything we needed for an amazing weekend! The area was beautiful and the wines were very good. Every person we encountered was so friendly. Defiance is a great central spot to stay in the area. Right in the Katy trail with food and wineries very close by.

8/10

Country decor with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

We enjoyed our 3 nights in this area! It was a wonderful property, very cute & cozy. We had 3 generations staying here and we played a lot of games at the large kitchen table. The pull-out couch mattress was very worn-down, but outside of that everything else was in great condition. There is a coffee pot, but no coffee, so bring your own grounds if that is a must for the AM, as there is no coffee shop nearby. The property was well-stocked with plates/towels/blankets/etc and check-in and check-out instructions were very clear.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10

the property was smaller than expected and the lay out was not conducive to socializing. think shotgun house, living room in the front, kitchen in the back and 2 bedrooms in the middle.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10

I had a good experience that would have been excellent had I realized the communication would be through Evolve instead of VRBO. It all worked out and was more my fault than theirs. Once I knew who to contact, all was well. The rental was super clean and cute. The big thing missing was coffee, and with no local restaurant serving breakfast, that was a bummer and caused a delay getting on the bike trail because we had to drive into Chesterfield to have breakfast (and coffee). I would definitely stay again. The Good News Brewery was a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10

What a cute property, very unique, accurately described, had everything we needed for a fun girls get away. Nice beds, all kitchen items, coffee pot, rocking chairs on the porch for morning coffee. We arrived in the dark and had a little issue finding the entry for the Farmhouse (there are 3 VRBO's in this property), outside lighting was not on - but after walking around the property we located the entry at the back. The General Store & Farmhouse share an indoor entry and the Townhouse has a separate entrance that goes upstairs. We parked in the back, using the alley for entrance. Definitely recommend Daniel Boone's home, a historical gem. We caught the trolley at Klondike Park Boat Dock and visited 4 wineries, came back to Defiance for dinner at the Roadhouse. Great burgers with music on the patio. We wanted to visit Good News Brewery but they were closed for a private event. Like a lot of small towns, everything closes early. Take the groceries you need, there is not a grocery store or convenience store in Defiance. Highly recommend this property and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021