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Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood!

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Experience the grandeur of St. Louis' World's Fair era at The World's Fair Retreat, nestled in the charming Tower Grove East neighborhood. This unique retreat is designed with Victorian-era elegance, complete with art, antiques, and memorabilia from the 1904 fair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

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About this property

Entire place

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

Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood!

**Note: If you book for dates Oct 15-22 we are offering a 25% discount - because there will be zero to limited access of the front door (due to porch repairs), and you will need to use the rear entrance and backyard to enter & exit the property, which may be an inconvenience……. ……. The World's Fair Retreat will not only give you one of the most unique and enjoyable stays in the Midwest, but it will also take you back in time to 1904 when St. Louis was not only a major industrial empire, but a crown jewel of the ENTIRE WORLD - thanks to the 1904 World's Fair held in the Forest Park of St. Louis. This retreat is situated in the cozy and hip Tower Grove East neighborhood, where true STL city locals live, shop, eat, drink, and be merry! A one-of-a-kind St. Louis experience you will not forget!

You'll be enchanted by the elegant design/decor that is ALL based around the early century Victorian era and the STL World's Fair. The retreat is completely decorated with art, photos, aerial maps, antiques, original postcards, books, and memorabilia from the fair that will give any visitor or history buff a true understanding of how truly grand this event was.

More than just 1 or 2? No problem - there is a queen sized memory foam sleeper sofa in the living room AND a queen sized memory foam pull out bed in the dining room. AND there's also a full tea/coffee station along with a few breakfast items we keep stocked for you (which is fun to prepare and then enjoy in the relaxing breakfast room). Perfect for helping you get energized in the mornings!

Ready to go explore? There are 2 road bikes available onsite for guests to rent for a minimal fee (see in pics). Gorgeous Tower Grove Park is only 4 blocks away, the Grand Ave. strip is about 6 blocks away, and the Missouri Botanical Garden is about 1 mile away! Plus...there’s so much more to see in the surrounding area!

There’s always plenty of free street parking right in front of the house. It’s a very quiet block, so there’s not a lot of traffic of activity.

Please advise: there is a security camera on the exterior of the house to protect our guests and the property, and to deter guests from throwing unauthorized parties.

**please be sure to read over all of the house rules before booking**

**MAKE SURE your guest count is accurate when booking, otherwise your reservation total can change or increase
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*NEIGHBORHOOD DETAILS
The Tower Grove East neighborhood is conveniently located near 2 highways and a number of popular city attractions, parks, and neighborhoods. The retreat is only 1 block away from one of the best (and highest Yelp rated) BBQ joints in the city - The Shaved Duck. Also very close by in walking distance is another handful of popular local bars, restaurants, convenient stores, and Tower Grove Park.

Tower Grove Park
This wooded Victorian strolling park rewards meandering. Its 340 kinds of trees could chart every shade of green, and they attract 200 kinds of birds, from red-shafted flickers and monk parakeets to ospreys and ring-billed gulls. Henry Shaw developed the park to give St. Louis “a grand pleasure ground,” with wide lanes for horse-drawn carriages, gates guarded by zinc griffins, and exotic pavilions and gazebos. Every few feet, there’s something to see: lions copied from the tomb of Pope Clement XIII, heroic sculptures (Shakespeare’s here), busts (including Mozart), and antiquities (columns from the Old Courthouse and stone “ruins” from the old Lindell Hotel, reflected in one of the most picturesque ponds in St. Louis). Park officials also recently uncovered a long-forgotten stream on the park's east side, accenting it with rain gardens and native plants on either side.

Tower Grove Park - key events
- Tower Grove Pride Fest
- Festival of Nations
- Food Truck Friday’s
- Tuesday & Saturday Farmer’s Market
- Outdoor Yoga on Saturday’s
- Monday eve Concerts In The Park

Missouri Botanical Gardens
- Whitaker Music Festival: every Wednesday night with live music (May through July)
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>>>LOYALTY PROGRAM: Stay with us twice (at the same property), and you’ll receive 5% OFF of your stays FOR LIFE at that property. If you make it to 10 stays, then we will give you one free night to stay with us at any of our properties.
(Note: this only pertains to nightly rate costs, does not include any fees or taxes).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Nicotine detector inside of the house to detect

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Casino 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please respect and follow our rules, or fees do apply for breaking them.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: $500 fine if violated

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Security camera on the exterior of the house

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Nicotine detector inside of the house to detect

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
Note from host: Security camera on the exterior of the house
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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 not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The World's Fair Retreat
The 1904 World's Fair Retreat St. Louis
The 1904 World's Fair Retreat Private vacation home
The 1904 World's Fair Retreat Private vacation home St. Louis

About the area

Tower Grove East, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, is home to this holiday home. St. Louis Union Station and Gateway Arch are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mississippi River and Forest Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Busch Stadium or Enterprise Center. Visit our St. Louis travel guide
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St. Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Gazebo in Tower grove park Saint Louis
    Tower Grove Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anheuser-Busch Brewery showing interior views and heritage elements
    Anheuser-Busch Brewery
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum which includes modern architecture, autumn leaves and a park
    Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum
    4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Cherokee Street
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cherokee Antique Row
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • 8th and Pine Station
    7 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station
    9 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rally's
    14 min walk
  • Basil Spice
    15 min walk
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • The Shaved Duck
    2 min walk
  • Crafted
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood!?

As of 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood! on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$213.54, 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 at Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood! located?

Located in Tower Grove East, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Tower Grove Park and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Busch Stadium. Cherokee Street and Cherokee Antique Row are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Centrally located in the Tower Grove East neighborhood! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

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

Lovely home!

Very clean and accommodating home. Comfy bed, nice shower, and sweet neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great get away

Beautiful historic home. Close to all kinds of activities and foods.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aileen R.

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

Lovely home

The home was absolutely lovely! We love the location, close to good restaurants and easy access to I44 or I64. We’d live to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy H.

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

Charming Place with comfy bed!

This was a very clean, charming and cozy apt with a cozy bed and cool little porch to enjoy my morning coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devon G.

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

STL getaway

Absolutely loved our stay! It was spotless, great area and a beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Met all of our expectations.

My wife and I had a superb two night stay here. Zero complaints. Easy parking, great location, and check in/out was a breeze. House is well kept and has all the amenities one could ask for. Shaved Duck is literally a block away and has a quaint bar and some of the best BBQ in STL.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babu R.

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

Great location & beautiful decor

Would totally stay there again. I attended a party at a restaurant nearby in the new year eve and did not wanted to drive back home after drinking, once I live about 35 minutes away. It was a great stay, the place is organized & clean. Very beautiful and well taken care.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty S.

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

St. Louis gem!

This is a fantastic property! It is clean, unique, and exactly as described. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanna D.

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

Cute theme

Theme was super cute and so was the area! Stayed for one night and it was a comfortable stay for the time being :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely and quiet

Beautiful property with lots of little extras. Great location! I would love to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary v a.

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

Charming Cottage Abounds with 1904 World's Fair Flair

We were quite comfortable during our stay, with all the comforts and conveniences of home at our disposal. The neighborhood was quiet and we felt quite safe in our comings and goings to local attractions. The many items of 1904 World's Fair memorabilia added greatly to the enjoyment of our visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha H.

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

Wonderful!

Such a cozy house! Everything was great and so clean. Only thing is I wish we were able to stay longer 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie Y.

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

Fun Getaway

We loved this house. It was decorated so well, so clean and close to everything! Such a quiet nice neighborhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

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

St. Louis Trip

This place was so unique!!! It was perfect for just the two of us but could also work for some others to stay as well. Just to look around at all the “details” that were put into this place was so cool! It was a very easy place to find and was in the perfect area for all the things we wanted to do! Would definitely recommend this place!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

Great experience

Beautiful rental conveniently located to the botanical garden, the Arch, and the stadium. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Communication with the host was prompt and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

alison s.

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

nice place

The location is very convenient. I would prefer more lights in the bedroom and better water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Awesome stay!

The neighborhood and decor were great! This probably wouldn't be the best choice for kids because there are many delicate decor items, but it's such beautiful space! There was some
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne J., Jefferson City, MO

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

Birthday garden glow trip

This little house was just perfect for our night out for my birthday. It’s close to every place we wanted to visit. It’s clean, cute and cozy. Great neighborhood, easy parking on the street in front. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R., Menlo, United States

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

Very Unique

Our family enjoyed staying in this clean, unique, quiet home that had plenty of space for our family of 5.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sydney W.

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

Cute and Cozy

It was the perfect place to stay for 2 people. Parking was easy outside the building on the street. We were able to walk to breakfast one morning. Outside of the city enough to be quiet but within good driving distance of everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

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

A Short Stay

Our flight was delayed so we arrived very late to the property but the neighborhood seemed safe at that late hour. The house was well appointed and we got a good night's sleep since it was nice & quiet. Tony was very responsive to a question we had and we'd love to return when we have more time to explore. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

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

Fun time in St Louis

Nice quiet area. Close to everything. Murphy bed was comfortable as was the queen bed in the bedroom. Cardinal game, Clydesdales, beer and Nate Bargatze at the beautiful Fox theater. Enjoyed our downtime at the 1904 Worlds Fair retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia H.

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

A True Home Away From Home

Everything about this property is absolutely lovely. It was my second time staying this year, and it was just as great as the first. The Christmas decorations were an adorable added touch this go around! The neighborhood it’s located in is quiet and it is very easy to get to wherever else you want to go in the city from it. Thank you for sharing with us, it was the perfect weekend away! We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

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

Quick stay

We were in town for a procedure at BJC. Unfortunately, we spent most of our time there. We did walk down the street from the house when we first arrived to the shaved duck. Very good smoked meat. The house was cute and cozy and served its purpose. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Cozy!

My husband and I loved the little house. It was perfect for a weekend getaway with just the two of us. The house was very clean (other than baseboards in bathroom, but I cleaned them). The owner was easy to talk to. The location is near Antique Row, which is a lot of fun. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024