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PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 30 sq m

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  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away

See our other listing, Rooms with a View II, 2239467, (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 the many St. Louis attractions nearby, 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, St. Mary's Medical Center or Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, are 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. 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 the 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 king size bed with high quality mattress and linens in this quiet neighborhood make for a restful night’s sleep. There is also a day sofa suitable for smaller children and a pack n play with linens for these available on request.

Enjoy a well stocked kitchen with apartment sized dishwasher, stove, 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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1 sq ft (0 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Premier Location Heart Italian Hill Restaurants Shops Steps Away

About the neighborhood

Map
St. Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum - 15 min walk
  • Forest Park - 3 min drive
  • St. Louis Science Center - 3 min drive
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 4 min drive
  • St. Louis Zoo - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar K St Louis - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Anthonino's Taverna - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Favazza's - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away located?

Located in The Hill, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Tower Grove Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from St. Louis Zoo. Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and Forest Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

PREMIER LOCATION: HEART OF THE ITALIAN NBRHD, THE HILL, Dining&Shops Steps Away Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 203 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., null

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on The Hill
Very convenient location for our extended weekend visiting various sites west of downtown St. Louis. Charming Italian section with many restaurant choices within walking distance. Very safe place to stay. Just a short drive to Forest Park. Thankfully, the local church bells don’t ring through the night. :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place in the hill
We have stayed here 4 or 5 times. We keep coming back because it is the best
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delynne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
You can walk to all the hot spots in this neighborhood. Absolutely loved the Italian grocery store being so close. Shaw's coffee is a must. The best part of our accommodations was the tourist information in the apartment. Lots of history and tips on where to go andwhat to order.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent rental
Perfect rental for the two of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb N.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hill
We loved the neighborhood - so unique and homey! The unit was great. Just wish the “sofa” (futon) in the main room was comfier! Hosts were terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clark N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great hideaway
This gem is nestled right in the "business" district. It is walking distance to everything on the hill. The property manager is wonderful with small touches that really make you feel welcome. We highly recommend them. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOE D., CEDAR LAKE, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy on the Hill
Perfect spot for our visit. Bed was comfy and so much cool stuff within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ronnie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in The Hill
This property is the perfect place to stay in The HIll. It's adjacent to the Piazza Imo and across the street from Saint Ambrose Church. This is a beautiful area. There are many authentic Italian restaurants within walking distance and a delightful ice cream shop located downstairs. There is a bar/restaurant across the street which will bring to mind the Cheers show from a few years back. The unit itself is exactly as described in the listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Location on the Hill
Bed was very comfortable. Loved being awakened by the bells of St Ambrose. The deck overlooking the fountain at Piazza Imo was so nice. There are several steps to get to the apartment but it was so worth it! I will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Space…
I fell in love with this property and neighborhood as soon as I pulled up…We absolutely loved how adorable the home was…There was so much to do and see within walking distance…The food did not disappoint!!! Everyone we talked to was so kind and friendly…And the fact there was a gelato shop downstairs was the best!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Exceptional property! The hosts were easy to work with and prompt to reply to my messages. Look forward to staying here in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cozy apartment in The Hill
My wife and I had such a great time staying here. We love the neighborhood and the restaurants and bars close by that we could walk to. The owners were very communicative, and the property was exactly what we had hoped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay!!
Our stay was fabulous. We so enjoyed our stay my husband and I slipped off and this was fantastic for the two of us to have a private getaway. It was wonderful.!! We have already planned another stay for next month. This is going to be our “go to” for the two of us for future escapes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Weekend Get Away
This is the perfect place to stay. This is my second time staying here and I love everything about it. It is quiety and in a perfect setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming property!
Wonderful place to stay for our week on The Hill for a bocce tournament. Apartment had everything we needed and the location is perfect to explore the neighborhood. Hosts were very responsive and helped with anything we needed. Will definitely stay again next time we are in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hill getaway
This was our second time to say at this property. Once again it was awesome. The property was very clean and cozy. The location is in a nice neighborhood near restaurants within walking distance. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderfully comfy and cozy setting in the Hill!
We were visiting family for a long weekend in “the Hill”, a neighborhood we are very fond of and really enjoy. This VRBO offered a clean, comfortable and welcoming setting for us; plus, it was very convenient. All communication exchanges with owner were prompt and helpful. We would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D., Naples

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This was our second stay here and as the one before was just what we wanted. Location is great very clean, easy check-in and makes for wonderful visit to one of our favorite places to visit. We will definitely be back again hopefully soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ronnie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend on the Hill
This is a wonderful property located in the heart of The HIll. I've stayed here several times before. The unit itself is very nice. You can't beat the location. Communication with the property manager is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
We needed a place for several days in St. Louis, we were there for our daughter's graduation from Wash U. This apartment was great for our needs, safe neighborhood, parking spot was VERY helpful, and our host was very responsive to our questions. If you are a light sleeper, the early morning church bells are a bit challenging but the location is otherwise great, right in the center of "The Hill" with many Italian shops and restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property & Location
This is a great property located in the heart of The Hill. Apartment was clean and everything listed in the description was 100% accurate. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was fabulous! Debbie was very available and accommodating for all of our needs. Great neighborhood! We walked just a couple of blocks for dinner each evening, cocktails across the street, and gelato just below our "home". Couldn't ask for anything more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly C., Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Italian Neighborhood
Very nice apartment close to lots of restaurant options. Quiet neighborhood but pedestrian street noise is a possibility if they stop and converse on the sidewalk below the apartment. We loved the gelato and the adjacent park! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024