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

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Entrance to Rooms with a View
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 20.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Louis, MO
  • Forest Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • St. Louis Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • St. Louis, MO (CPS-St. Louis Downtown)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Call for early check-in or late check out approved as schedule allows.
Please provide the owners with a little information about yourself for final approval of your booking.
Primary renter must be staying in the apartment for duration of reservation unless otherwise arranged with us.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Louis

The Hill, a neighbourhood in St. Louis, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Forest Park and Mississippi River, while Fox Theater and City Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Enterprise Center or Busch Stadium. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as cycling in the area.
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St. Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Forest Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • St. Louis Science Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.3 km

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
  • ‪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?

Checkout 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 within 3 miles (5 km) of St. Louis Zoo and Forest Park. Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Awesome location!

This was our first time visiting St Louis and we had a blast! Apartment is super cute and clean. The bed is really comfortable and the location is great!! Great communication with owners as well. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Hill Property

Excellent location , only 15 minutes to downtown St Louis. Well maintained property and in a very friendly neighborhood. 1 plus was the gelato place downstairs. Many restaurants and local drinking establishments. More fitting for adults. Safe area, responsive host. Would stay again. This is minor but the height of the love seat was a bit low, but sitting on pillows were an easy remedy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

PERFECT

Adorable little loft apartment in the heart of the Italian district. Close to food, wine, beer and everything Italian! Close to everything touristy! We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wild Flower T.

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

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mykola M.

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

Nice place

Very nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

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

Location! Location! Location!

This apartment was perfect for my Granddaugter and Me. The location was close to all the activities we wanted to do. Best part was the Gelato down stairs and Missouri Bakery.Walking distance to so much good food!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie R.

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

The Hill

Wonderful neighborhood to stroll and many fine places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Valentines weekend

Everything was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese G.

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

Wonderful stay!

The property was so very comfortable! This location was absolutely perfect with access to great restaurants and shops in The Hill. The street was surprisingly quiet given proximity to bars and houses. The church bells were not disturbing for us early risers. Only improvement would be blackout curtains on the bedroom windows to combat the street lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

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

Best location on The Hill

My husband and I decided to book a last minute weekend getaway to The Hill and this property might have been the best part of the whole weekend!! Debbie and Joe were great host and extremely accommodating and helpful! The property is spacious but felt very cozy! The property is in the absolute best location on the Hill within walking distance to multiple iconic bars and restaurants! It’s a quiet area as well and easy to access at all times! The property was also extremely clean and had everything you’ll need for a weekend away from home! Thank you so much Debbie and Joe for being great host! My husband and I will definitely be back and book this property every time in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Week on the Hill

Amazing location with all the Hill charm! Milo’s across the street with St Ambrose bells ringing. A view off the deck over the Christmas light lit piazza. A very cozy one bedroom incredibly convenient to all that you need. What’s best is the owners. They will check in and make sure all is well. Very attentive! Thank you so much for everything Debbie! 10/10 - we will return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeri C.

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

Gem on the St. Louis Italian "Hill"

I grew up in St. Louis and loved the opportunity to stay in this cute apartment on the Hill above a delicious gelato shop. The unit is small but comfortable, just perfect for two with off street parking and many restaurants, coffee shops and Italian markets nearby. This is a safe, central location to many museums, parks and attractions.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

LJ P.

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

Great place!

Very cozy and clean apartment overlooking the Piazza. Fun decor! Had everything we needed including a DVD documentary on the history of The Hill which we watched at the end of our stay. It was fun to learn about the places we visited and recognized people from a few of those places. Hearing the church bells in the mornings was pretty cool.Location was perfect. We were above the Gelato place, what more could you ask for! .Everything was within walking distance for us. We had coffee and scones at Cafe Dolce, friendly atmosphere and great coffee. Lunch at Adriana's, this is where all the locals go for lunch, they only make so much for the day so get there early. Their beef sandwich was sooo good!You have to eat dinner at Lorenzo's, they have the best gnocchi I've ever tasted! Melts in your mouth... And of course since you're walking back from dinner burning off some of those calories be sure to grab a gelato before you head over to the Piazza.Love the authentic Italian neighborhood. We would definitely stay there again. and we recognized
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina F.

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

Wonderful location

Walking distance to many restaurants and the Church. Cozy and had everything we needed.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

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

Like being in a small Italian village.

Nice property, well maintained and appointed. However, the star of the show is the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Great Stay!

The apartment was so clean and cozy. It made us feel so comfortable. Great location on The Hill.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent rental

Perfect rental for the two of us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Heather G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb N.

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

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

About the host

Hosted by Debbie and Joe Monolo

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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 and completely renovated 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 vrbo's, 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 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 our two 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 and well-appointed place to stay. We have gone the extra step to make Rooms with a View apartments the perfect place 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 and 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

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