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Cottage of Castlewood

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A two-story house with a front porch, a balcony on the upper floor, and a driveway leading to the entrance.
A living room with a gray sofa, two glass coffee tables, a fireplace, a staircase, and a painting of trees.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a small table, and large windows with blinds.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a stainless steel range hood.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, granite countertops, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Nestled along the river, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests and features 3 bathrooms. It offers a patio for outdoor gatherings. Enjoy mountain biking, hiking, and ice skating in close proximity. Explore Castlewood State Park and the Meramec River for more adventure opportunities.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ballwin, MO
  • Place, Castlewood State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Louis Zoo
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Louis Union Station
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Cottage of Castlewood

Beautiful custom built 3 story home nestled next to Castlewood State Park. Great for families that love the private outdoor park setting. This home has three large family areas, WiFi, TVs in gathering areas, a game room with a pool table and rooftop deck to enjoy the serene view of the park. Direct access to Castlewood State Park for hiking, mountain biking and outdoor adventures. Conveniently located near restaurants and shops.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
Any event must be pre-approved
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Pets

No pets allowed
We love pets, no pets on furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check Out - Pick up and empty trash. Run Dishwasher. Strip Bedding. Do not remove any items from the house.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1699535
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
Note from host: Any event must be pre-approved
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the neighborhood

Ballwin

Located in Ballwin, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Myseum and Museum of Transportation are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Six Flags St. Louis and Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum. Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House and Spooner's Frozen Custard are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, hunting, and horse riding.
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Ballwin, MO

What's nearby

  • Castlewood State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 31 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 32 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Enterprise Center - 34 min drive - 47.7 km
  • St. Louis Union Station - 34 min drive - 47.3 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 19 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meramec Bluffs: Lutheran Senior Services - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪TJ's Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Warren's Watering Hole - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage of Castlewood pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage of Castlewood?

As of Sep 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage of Castlewood on Sep 28, 2026 start from $355, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage of Castlewood?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage of Castlewood?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Cottage of Castlewood located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is steps from Castlewood State Park and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Meramec River. Flight Range and Bowlero Lakeside are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for our needs! Very large, and roomy in a serene location. Host is top notch. Would recommend staying here if you are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very nice and roomy for our large group. Shops and restaurants were nearby. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

This was a very pleasant place to stay. It's great for large groups!

We really enjoyed our visit here! We would totally stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, lots of space and it has been very well taken care of. Definitely staying there again!!Owner was easy to deal with and quick to respond to any questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large house suitable for families or a few friends. Kitchen had what we wanted. Nice creek running next to property with deer walking around the backyard. Grocery store only minutes away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the spacious space. Loved that it was close to tourist amenities. We also loved the woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage of Castlewood

Beautiful and roomy with lots of amenities. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Cottage of Castlewood was wonderful! The home is maintained and filled with conveniences that made us feel at home. The quiet wooded setting was conveniently located to the Castlewood State Park entrance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for families

Large house in lovely setting, ideal for our family of grandparents, parents and 4 year olds. The setting is wonderful and very convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls’ weekend.

This is a great house for groups. The hiking trails are a huge added benefit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, great for large groups. Video console and ping pong are fun, good rooftop for viewing stars and creek runs right by. Only negative was lack of coffee (I’ve usually gotten a coffee starter pack for most rentals of this price range) and lack of soap and shampoo, which was quickly remedied by host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The place is huge, family of five and everyone had there own room.

Over good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work meeting

Perfect for our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wildlife

Great place. Wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Graduation Weekend

Gathered with family to celebrate graduation… great home for such a gathering. Beautiful wooded setting near a stream… very spacious home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous

The home is both gorgeous and spacious, and the kids absolutely loved the game room. We also couldn't have asked for a better location. It feels secluded and surrounded by nature, but it was only a short drive to everywhere we needed to go, including some great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location with lots of space

Lovely home right next to Castlewood State Park with plenty of room for everyone to do their own thing. Gameroom on third floor is super fun. We’ve stayed here before and although we enjoyed our stay again this time, the place could use a good deep clean - baseboards, windows, porches, garage - and some insect control indoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay in lovely location

Large, beautiful home with immediate access to hiking trails at Castlewood park. The owner was very kind and responsive. Comfortable beds and nice towels. The third floor gameroom was fantastic. The floors were fairly creaky but no significant noise burden. We enjoyed our stay and would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Mother - daughter weekend

Great location with foliage and hiking trails. Plenty of fridge space and kitchen supplies. Some recommendations for improvement: Blow dyers would be a nice just like any hotel and also an upgrade of shampoo and quantity of them. it could use some cozy interior decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a big house.. very cold out side. Heat couldn't keep up with the temps. Other than that , it was all good !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Space

Our family of five, including three teenagers, stayed at this home while visiting family in St. Louis. This is a great property for teens; the game room offers a lot of fun options. It is also a great property for families, there are plenty of bathrooms and beds as well as room to dine together. The outside space is wonderful! The location is a bit of the drive to St. Louis but that also provides a quieter, peaceful environment to relax in after going downtown for all St. Louis has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful location

The house was nice and spacious. The couch wasn't the most comfortable and no way to put our feet up after a day of exploring. The recliners are old and don't function (can't put the footrest up) which was disappointing. We loved the location being near enough to the typical tourist spots but far enough from the hustle and bustle. Loved listening to the water sounds of the creek. It would have been nice to have a bigger garbage can in the master's bedroom or additional garbage bags. All in all, it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My extented family was in the St Louis area to attend a wedding. Everyone who stayed at the house was thorouglhy pleased with our stay especial the house/room sizes and it's cleanliness. Definitely would stay there again if we visit the St Louis area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Meeting friends in Saint Louis

Great location for friends to get together. Hiking trails just outside your door. Good restaurants within a short drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jim Kerber

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Enjoying life and trying to let others do the same.

Why they chose this property

This property has it all. Private beautiful setting, near everything. Room for the entire family and more.

What makes this property unique

Park like setting, Roof top deck. Large game room.

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