Located close to St. Louis Zoo and Forest Park, Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat by Forest Park & Zoo provides a firepit, a garden, and a playground. In addition to an arcade/game room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat by Forest Park & Zoo
This home is centrally located to all Saint Louis attractions and half a mile walk from the Zoo and steps away from historic Dogtown! The 3bed/2 full bath home is equipped with mini crib and mattress, rocking chair, two strollers, child books, family games, toys, and is baby-proofed throughout the home w/child gates. Enjoy the playground, huge sandbox, gas grill, pool table & foosball table. Eloquently styled for your family, friend meet-up or work retreat.
You will have access to this entire home located near the Zoo and Forest Park, walkable to Dogtown restaurants and central to most all of Saint Louis' attractions.
When parking in the back of the home, there are 4 single steps before entering the home with key in entry system. When entering from the front of the home, you will walk up 10 stairs before entering through the front door with key in entry system.
The full kitchen is equipped with dishwasher, stove, full fridge and freezer with ice maker, microwave, toaster, tea kettle, espresso machine, drip coffee machine, silverware, pots and pans, cooking utensils, child wear ( plates, bowels, forks, spoons, cups, & cups with lids and straws) crock pot, glass wear, wine glasses, plates, bowls, strainer, steamer, baking pans (bread, cake, cookie, muffin, and pizza). Dishwasher detergent, espresso, coffee, tea, and spices are included.
The living room includes a large sectional, ottoman, oversized chair, children books, book shelf, decorative fireplace, & 50 in smart TV (all 4 smart TV's throughout the home are logged into Disney+, Hulu, Apple+, and ESPN+ for your convenience. Feel free to log into any of your own accounts on the many applications).
The dining room (located in the same space as the living room) includes a dining table with generous seating.
The 1st floor bathroom includes a walk-in shower. It can be accessed through the dining room or the 1st floor bedroom (privacy locks on either side).
The 1st floor bedroom is equipped with a queen size bed, 43 in. Smart TV, twin trundle bed, black out curtains, closet, attached full bathroom, ceiling fan and one side table with lamp and outlets for phones, etc.
The 2nd floor is accessible by 15 stairs. The 2nd floor includes two bedrooms and one full bathroom with jetted tub.
Bedroom One located on the 2nd floor includes one king size bed, 50 in smart TV, one twin trundle bed, one mini crib (which can be easily moved to other rooms), large walk in closet, standing or sitting desk with chair, black out curtains, ceiling fan, and two side tables with lamps, outlets for phones, & sound machine.
Bedroom Two on the 2nd floor includes one king size bed, 50 in smart TV, rocking chair (which can easily be moved to other rooms), large closet, black out curtains, and one side table with lamp and outlet for phones, and sound machine.
The 2nd floor full bathroom includes a jetted tub with shower.
The basement of the home includes one washer and dryer, utility sink, pool table, fooz-ball table, dinning table and chairs, and poker set.
The front of the home has key in entry system, free street parking, covered front porch with extendable table and chairs for lounging.
The back of the home has a large fenced in yard with patio, outdoor dining table, children's play set, sandbox, fire pit (skewers available for roasting), gas grill and key in entry to the home for easy guest access.
The back of the home has one single open space parking spot. There is ample free parking in front of the home if you come with more than two vehicles.
Please note that this property does not allow parties or smoking (of any kind) inside and outside of the home.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
We do not host St. Louis metropolitan area locals due to recurring issues. We don't allow last minute bookings w/no reviews or poor reviews.
Please be courteous of the neighbors. We live in family neighborhood so quiet hours are after 10pm - 7am on weekdays and 11pm - 8am on weekends.
$50 fee for late checkouts unless they have been pre-approved. No Vrbo services are allowed in our property without written approval from us.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Note from host: Let us know what and how many pet/s you'll bring.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Dogtown, a neighborhood in St. Louis, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forest Park and Mississippi River, while St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Busch Stadium or Chaifetz Arena. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. Visit our St. Louis travel guide
Is Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat by Forest Park & Zoo pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat by Forest Park & Zoo?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat by Forest Park & Zoo?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy, Family-Friendly Retreat by Forest Park & Zoo located?
This family-friendly St. Louis vacation home is located in Dogtown, within 1 mi (2 km) of Jewel Box, Forest Park, and St. Louis Zoo. Washington University in St. Louis is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.
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