Summary:

Welcome to Cardinal Cottage — a cozy 2BR home in St. James with a garage, perfect for guests traveling with pets. Heart + Soul Chapel is approximately a 3-minute drive away—convenient for wedding and event guests. Located near wineries, a local microbrewery, Maramec Spring, and scenic trails, it’s an easy base for relaxing or exploring. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, grill, and a quiet, comfortable stay designed for convenience.



The Space:

Welcome to Cardinal Cottage — a cozy 2BR home in St. James with a garage, perfect for up to 4 guests and those traveling with pets. Located in a quiet neighborhood near wineries, Maramec Spring, and Route 66, it’s an easy place to relax or explore.



Comfort & Sleep

• Both bedrooms feature high-quality, medium-firm memory foam mattresses

• Streaming TVs in the living room and primary bedroom (automatically log guests out after checkout)



Amenities & Convenience

• Fast Wi-Fi and a fully equipped kitchen

• A HEPA air purifier is provided

• Natural gas grill on the back patio

• Pack ’n play and high chair available

• One-car garage for secure parking

• Outdoor lights on dusk-to-dawn timer for easy late arrivals



Location

• Heart + Soul Chapel: approximately 1 mile / 3-minute drive

• Minutes from wineries, Maramec Spring Park, Route 66, and local attractions

• ~45–50 minutes to Ft. Leonard Wood

• ~1 hr 45 min to St. Louis



Good to Know

• Home is near a train route—occasional noise possible

• Well-behaved pets are welcome with the $125 pet fee. Pets must be supervised outdoors and ordinary pets securely crated if left alone indoors. Please keep pets off beds and upholstered furniture and do not leave excessive pet hair.

• $15/night fee per guest after 3 guests

• Rental agreement required for stays of 14+ days

• No parties or events



Check-in / Check-out

• Check-in: 4 PM or after

• Check-out: 11 AM

• Early/late times are rarely available—please book an extra day if needed



Guest Access:

Access to the entire home, including the attached one-car garage.



The Neighborhood:

Nestled in a nice, quiet neighborhood, Cardinal Cottage is approximately a 3-minute drive from Heart + Soul Chapel and close to the attractions St. James has to offer. The home is near train tracks, and occasional train noise may be heard.



WHAT’S AROUND?



WINERIES:

• St. James Winery: 1.5 miles / 5-min drive

• Meramec Vineyards: 1.8 miles / 5-min drive

• Spencer Manor Winery: 2.2 miles / 6-min drive

• Prairie Barn Winery & Christmas Tree Farm: approximately 4 miles / 8-min drive



LOCAL EATS:

• Rich’s Famous Burgers: 0.5 miles / 2-min drive

• Los Mezcales Mexican Grill & Cantina: 0.7 miles / 3-min drive

• McDonald’s: 1 mile / 3-min drive

• Country Bob’s Cafe: 1.6 miles / 5-min drive

• Public House Brewing Co.: 1.6 miles / 5-min drive

• Sybill’s St. James: 1.7 miles / 5-min drive

• Colton’s Steakhouse: 10.7 miles / 14-min drive

• NACL+H2O: 11.2 miles / 15-min drive

• Di Trapani’s Italian Bistro: 11.2 miles / 15-min drive

• LongHorn Steakhouse: 12.1 miles / 16-min drive



OTHER ATTRACTIONS:

• Historic Route 66: Located in St. James, ideal for road trip enthusiasts

• Tiger Shark Water Park & Park: 0.6 miles / 2-min drive

• I-44: 1 mile / 3-min drive

• Heart + Soul Chapel: approximately 1 mile / 3-minute drive

• Nelson Hart Park / Ballfields / Fairgrounds: 1.3 miles / 4-min drive

• Forest City Mountain Bike & Hiking Trail: 1.6 miles / 5-min drive

• St. James Golf Club: 1.9 miles / 6-min drive

• Maramec Spring Park: 5.1 miles / 9-min drive (hiking, fishing, and nature activities)

• Oak Meadow Country Club Golf: 7.1 miles / 11-min drive

• Kokomo Joe’s Family Fun Center: 7.7 miles / 12-min drive

• Downtown Rolla: 11.2 miles / 15-min drive

• Acorn Trail: 11.5 miles / 15-min drive

• Phelps Health Hospital: 11.7 miles / 16-min drive

• Fugitive Beach: 17.9 miles / 22-min drive

• Uranus Fudge Factory and General Store: 33.6 miles / 34-min drive

• Fort Leonard Wood: 45.5 miles / 47-min drive



SCHOOL SPORTS:

• St. James High School: Walking distance

• Rolla High School: 10.1 miles / 13-min drive

• Missouri S&T: 11.7 miles / 15-min drive

• Cuba High School: 14.7 miles / 18-min drive



Hours, seasonal availability, and operating status may change. Please confirm current details directly with each venue before visiting.



Getting Around:

Uber / Lyft



Other Things to Note:

• Discounts for Extended Stays

Save on weekly and monthly bookings — perfect for extended vacations, work trips, or longer getaways.



• Pet-Friendly Home

Well-behaved pets are welcome with the $125 pet fee. Please keep pets off beds and upholstered furniture and clean up all pet waste. Pets must not be left outdoors unattended, including in fenced areas. Ordinary pets may not be left unattended inside unless securely crated. Please do not leave excessive pet hair on furniture, bedding, or floors. Service and assistance animals are handled according to applicable law and the booking platform’s policy. Poop bags are provided.



• Train Noise

The cottage is near train tracks, and occasional train noise may be heard.



• Trash Responsibility

As this is a private residence, guests are responsible for managing trash during their stay. A dumpster is available on-site for your use.



• Transparent Pricing

We keep cleaning fees low by paying our team hourly and passing those savings on to you. The base rate includes up to 3 guests. An additional $15 per night is charged for each guest beyond that to help cover cleaning and laundry.



• Peaceful Atmosphere

Cardinal Cottage is a quiet space meant for relaxing stays. No parties or events are allowed.



• Rental Agreement

A rental agreement is required for stays of 14 days or more.



• Larger Groups

Traveling with a larger group? We also manage two nearby homes in St. James and a spacious 4-bedroom home in Rolla. Message us to check availability.



Interaction with Guests:

We will be available for any questions.