Apartment

PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL

Photo gallery for PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL

Piazza view from courtyard side bedroom.
Master bedroom.
Master bedroom.
Master bedroom.
Courtyard view bedroom.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Saint Louis, MO
  • Popular LocationMissouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationForest Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Louis Zoo6 min drive
  • AirportSt. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)20 min drive

Most relevant reviews

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL

See our other listing, Rooms with a View I, 1448663, (in the same building but not adjoining) to rent together if additional space is needed.

Our cleanliness rating speaks for itself but during a crisis like Covid 19, it is the most important consideration in choosing your home away from home. As always we maintain the highest standards and have added extra care in sanitizing throughout for your safety and peace of mind. Covid 19 Information: Rest assured your home away from home has been prepared for your safety during your stay with:

• No contact check in with digital lock. Enter on your own with code provided
• Cleaning and sanitizing throughout with special attention to high touch surfaces
• Special sanitizing laundering of linens

For your convenience, we provide hand soap, hand sanitizer for your use during your stay. VRBO suggests guests consider leaving shoes at the door if possible. We are committed to your safety, taking every precaution in cleaning and sanitizing our property for your stay and we thank you for your confidence.

In the near future we hope you will choose our place to stay whether you are attending a professional sporting event or sightseeing, attending a concert or show in the Grand Center (our theater district), seeing a medical professional at BJC, Siteman, Childrens' Hospital, Shriners or at St. Louis University Medical Center or Cardinal Glennon, or here for a wedding at St. Ambrose, visiting the Immigrant Statue or visiting your child at one of St. Louis’ many excellent universities.

In the meantime, you can immerse yourself in one of the nation’s few remaining authentic Italian-American settlements, known as "The Hill." The Hill is a long-established Italian-American neighborhood with family-owned delis, sandwich shops and bakeries on Marconi Avenue, and trattorias, pizzerias and upscale Italian eateries dotting the streets around Shaw and Wilson avenues. The “Italian Immigrants” statue stands outside St. Ambrose Catholic Church, and locals gather to play bocce at Milo’s Bocce Garden across the street and in neighborhood parks.

Enjoy the food, wine, dolci, bocce and charming atmosphere from the convenience of your sweet perch overlooking the neighborhood’s newest project, the Piazza Imo complete with fountain, benches and chess tables. Lime bikes and electric scooters can be found but walking is the preferred mode of transportation here where everything you could want is literally at your doorstep in this safe and friendly community.

This lovely new apartment in an historic building is located in the true heart of the Hill. The second floor entrance is accessed from an indoor staircase to the apartment on the right. A shared deck overlooks the neighborhood's new Piazza Imo, with a magnificent fountain, gardens and chess tables with sycamore trees. Enjoy morning coffee or a gelato downstairs at the Gelato di Riso (shortened winter hours in January and February) or have a beverage on your deck with a piazza view, reminiscent of an Italian square. At the foot of the stairs you will be a few steps away from our historic Italian Immigrant Statue, St. Ambrose Church, bocce garden and family friendly neighborhood pub, and pizzeria on our shared corner, and more within a few blocks. An easy walk in this safe neighborhood to countless Italian restaurants, deli's, bakeries and shops make it a place to relax and make memories. Schedule a tour with one of our local tour guides to enrich your experience (see contact information below).

Wander a little farther as you will be only minutes away from Busch Stadium, the Arch, Union Station and Enterprise Center. Ten minutes to Powell Hall and The Fabulous Fox, Washington University, St. Louis University. The perfect apartment for parents' weekends, graduation and other events. Five minutes to the Missouri Botanical Garden and the famous and free St. Louis Zoo and Forest Park. Special events take place at all these locations and some happen right outside your door like the Italian Heritage Day Parade and Festa, Christmas on the Hill, La Festa, and The Giro della Montagna (3rd professional and amateur cycling race of the Gateway Cup) among others.

A queen and full size bed with high quality mattress and linens in this quiet neighborhood make for a restful night’s sleep. There is also a pack n play with linens available on request.

Enjoy a well stocked kitchen with apartment sized dishwasher, stove and full size refrigerator and washer/dryer. Basic spices (from our neighborhood Italian stores and imported from Italy), of olive oil, coffee, tea and staples, initial stock of paper products, laundry and dish soaps provided along wireless internet, TV in the front bedroom and living room for streaming your favorite shows with your own account, a DVD player, games and books. See our more detailed list of what we provide below so you can travel light and carefree with the comforts of home and enjoy our pristine, well appointed, cozy, comfortable and so convenient little haven.

Location Type
• Perfectly located in a bustling but quiet urban neighborhood. We are in the heart of The Hill, the historic Italian-American community of St. Louis with an unmatched piazza and courtyard view.

Attractions
In the surrounding 5 blocks
• Italian, Greek and Spanish Restaurants and Steakhouse
• Italian Delis, Bakeries, Markets
• Neighborhood Pub and Bocce Garden
• Gelateria
• St. Ambrose Church and the Immigrant Statue
• Hall of Fame Place (homes of Yogi Berra, Joe Garagiola, Jack Buck on one block)
• Piazza Imo
• Berra Park, fields, playground

5-10 Minutes Away
• Missouri Botanical Garden
• Forest Park
o St. Louis Zoo
o St. Louis Art Museum
o Missouri Historical Society
o Golf
o Lakes
o Restaurants
o Paddle Boats
o St. Louis Science Center
o Steinberg Skating Rink
o Muny Opera

10-12 Minutes Away
• St. Louis University
• Washington University
• Barnes Jewish Hospital
• St. Louis University Medical Center
• Siteman Cancer Center
• Center for Advanced Medicine
• Grand Center
o Powell Symphony Hall
o The Fabulous Fox Theatre
• Union Station

14 Minutes Away
• Busch Stadium & Ballpark Village, Home of the St. Louis
Cardinals
• Enterprise Center, Home of the St. Louis Blues
• City Museum
• Anheuser Busch Brewery (Tours Available)
• The Arch

Neighborhood Services & Businesses
• Neighborhood Tours by Joe DeGregorio & Sam Martorelli
• Eat St. Louis Tours by Pete Manzo
• See The Hill St. Louis website and Ciao St. Louis for listing of businesses and neighborhood events

Nearby Sports Activities
• Cycling, Golf, Tennis, Handball, Ice Skating (winter) in Forest Park
• Tennis in Sublette Park 5 minutes away

Nearby Special Events
• La Festa at St. Ambrose Church
• Italian Heritage Day Parade and Festa, early October
• Christmas on the Hill, first Saturday in December
• The Giro della Montagna, the third cycling race of the Gateway Cup, Labor Day Weekend
• Forest Park Balloon Glow
• Check the calendars of Hill 2000, the City of St. Louis, Missouri, Botanical Garden and Forest Park for other special events

Property manager

Debbie and Joe Monolo
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Call for early check-in our late check-out as schedule allows

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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

About the area

St. Louis

This apartment is located in The Hill, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, and is near theme parks. Fox Theater and City Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include St. Louis Zoo and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum. Travelling with kids? Make time for St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station, or head to an event or a match at Enterprise Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Map
Saint Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum - 15 min walk
  • Forest Park - 3 min drive
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 4 min drive
  • St. Louis Zoo - 6 min drive
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Grand Station - 5 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 11 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar K St Louis - 20 min walk
  • Wendy's - 17 min walk
  • Cafe Flora Brunch - 4 min drive
  • The Kitchen Bar - City Foundry - 6 min walk
  • Hardee's - 15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PREMIER LOCATION, HEART OF THE ITALIAN NEIGHBORHOOD, THE HILL located?

This family-friendly St. Louis apartment building is located in The Hill, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tower Grove Park and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum. St. Louis Zoo and Forest Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hill
Italian neighborhood. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay there again
This condo is in the perfect location. It's lovely and very clean. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape
Visited St Louis with hubs and kiddos in tow to appreciate the arch. Sought out this location because of the feel of home in the decor and the neighborhood. Upon visiting, my expectations were exceeded. The history of the hill, the small shops with welcoming clerks, the authentic Italian restaurants within walking distance AND the gelato shop woo-ed me and my family. We were gifted with a few rainy days which the host thought of in advance as there were books (adult and kid friendly) board games and lovely wine glasses, all of which helped us enjoy staying in. Will book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location/area
Neighborhood was nice and very interesting area. Easy to get to STL attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St. Louis The Hill
Very pleased with our stay. Location has easy access from the Webster Groves area to Downtown, and of course the property is located on The Hill for local dining etc. Good communications with owner, would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Debbie and Joe Monolo

Host profile image
We are two retirees with a passion for our neighborhood, The Hill, St. Louis' historic Italian neighborhood. Both of us worked in education for 40+ years, Debbie as a dean at Washington University School of Medicine and Joe as a psychologist in private practice and for St. Louis County Special School District. We have three adult children and six grandchildren who keep us young and active.

We purchased the building in 2003 with friends from a family we knew whose ancestors built it some 100 years before and then spent some 5 years completely renovating it. This particular apartment was renovated and redecorated again for this project in 2018. The Hill sprawls a bit but this building is in the center of it all, across the street from St. Ambrose, the center of life in this close knit neighborhood.

One of us is always up for a new project and inspired by our friends the Werders, who have premier VRBOs, Aspenhaus, in Estes Park, we decided we couldn't pass up taking a shot hosting a vacation rental in this perfect spot. Our goal is to think of and implement every possibility to make this a charming and comfortable place complete with all the conveniences of home so you can experience anything and everything St. Louis has to offer from our safe and homey environment.

Why they chose this property

We are now seasoned hosts and have enjoyed offering this unique place. We have amassed enough favorable reviews from both of our VRBO offerings, Rooms with a View I and II, and a Premier Partner rating from VRBO, to offer confidence in choosing our apartments. There is no better location in St. Louis. There is not a more meticulously cleaned, well-appointed and furnished place to stay and have gone the extra step to make Rooms with a View I and II the perfect places for your vacation stay. You will see the little extras if you give us a try and help us earn more of those important reviews. Combined with our location this is a one of a kind experience for both romantic get-aways or a family vacations.

What makes this property unique

You will not find a more perfectly located spot to enjoy all that St. Louis has to offer. Nestled in the heart of one of St. Louis' most loved and historic neighborhoods, we are close to countless attractions, sports venues, universities and medical centers. But the sweetest attraction is this unique property in our historic fully renovated building in the heart of the Italian neighborhood where restaurants, bakeries, delis, pubs and bocce courts abound. Ours is the only property that is adjacent to the Piazza Imo, with deck overlooking the imported marble Italian fountain, benches and chess tables set in a beautiful garden.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

More Holiday Rentals ideas