Summary: Create unforgettable memories at this historically charming home in the heart of the Central West End (CWE). It is a delightful blend of the past and the present. With its spacious layout, modern amenities, and ample room for large groups or family gatherings, it promises an exceptional stay. The five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms provide comfort and convenience, making it the ideal retreat for your next family vacation to Saint Louis. Book your stay and embark on an unforgettable journey! The Space: ✔ 5BR - Sleeps 16 ✔ 7 Smart TVs ✔ Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Private Car Port - 2 vehicles Welcome to your ABODE in the heart of CWE. A world of comfort and elegance awaits as you step through the front door via the smart keyless lock. Let's explore the delightful features of this freshly designed vacation home. You will be greeted with soaring ceilings, large windows with abundant natural light seeping through, exposed brick, and generously sized rooms designed in a rich, warm color palette styled with your comfort in mind. FIRST FLOOR - KITCHEN/DINING & HALF BATHROOM A spacious Living Room: An inviting space adorned with tasteful décor, providing comfort and relaxation for gatherings or leisure time. A cozy retreat for unwinding and bonding with loved ones and offering comfortable seating arrangements for the whole family. KITCHEN Cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the fully equipped culinary haven. It has all the gadgets, dishes, and utensils you expect to find in a family home. There is a full-size fridge/freezer, a freestanding gas cooktop, an oven, a microwave, a coffee maker, a toaster, and a dishwasher to cover all the cleaning up. Cozy up in the eat-in kitchen area with a sofa, wall-mounted smart TV, and a table with chairs perfect for a quick snack before heading out to explore the city! DINING ROOM Gather everyone into the elegant dining room for dinner with a table set for eight and two high chairs available for the little ones. HALF BATHROOM Take advantage of the convenient first-floor half-bath at the back right. SECOND FLOOR - 3 BEDROOMS & 2 FULL BATHS Three spacious bedrooms await you in this regal retreat. Each room boasts a king-size bed adorned with fresh, clean linens and soft bedding. The plush carpeting underfoot ensures a cozy ambiance while abundant natural light floods the rooms. Closet space abounds, providing ample room to store your belongings. The immense primary bedroom is a true sanctuary with an ensuite featuring a single vanity and a walk-in shower. A trundle bed awaits in the primary bedroom for larger families or guests, offering additional sleeping arrangements. A shared full-size bathroom with a single vanity and a tub/shower combo is in the hallway. THIRD FLOOR - 2 BEDROOMS & 1 FULL BATH The third floor of this beautiful retreat boasts two spacious bedrooms adorned with queen-size beds and two trundle beds, making it a true family retreat. Fresh, clean linens and soft bedding ensure a restful night's sleep. Each of these comfy bedrooms is bathed in abundant natural light and provides ample closet space for your belongings. For entertainment, each bedroom features a 40" TLC wall-mounted smart TV. A shared full-size bathroom awaits in the hallway, complete with a single vanity and a tub/shower combo. Whether unwinding after a day of adventure or preparing for a night out, this bathroom covers you. LAUNDRY And regarding practicalities, this lovely home offers two sets of laundry space. One set is conveniently located on the 2nd floor, tucked away in the hallway closet. The other set is in the home's basement. So, rest assured that laundry won't be an issue during your vacation getaway! OUTDOOR AND PARKING Step out the back door onto your private patio to soak in St. Louis's beautiful weather, or let the little ones run around the backyard. A carport private parking for two vehicles is ready for your use, and free street parking is available in front of the home. If you are looking for a spacious family home for your next vacation in the St. Louis area, then look no further than this beautiful home in the CWE close to Forest Park, St. Louis Zoo, the Delmar Loop, and only 10 minutes from all the best attractions the city has to offer, we can't wait to host you! Guest Access: Guests have private access to the entire house, free Wi-Fi, free parking, complimentary coffee, and access to the laundry with a washing machine and dryer. ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Air Conditioning ✔ Heating ✔ Free Parking CONTACTLESS, KEYLESS ENTRY To ensure a smooth and seamless check-in, you'll receive a personal entry code only valid during your stay. Simply plug in your unique entry ID, and voila, it's vacation time! GUEST PORTAL ABODEbucks aims to "WOW!" with a personalized, second-to-none experience before, during, and after your stay. With the click of a link, you can access your own Guest Portal to check reservation info, locate the home, and even open the door. Even better, it's loaded with plenty of property-specific goodies, including 60+ shopping, dining, and activities we think you'll love! The Neighborhood: The historic Central West End is a bright and vibrant neighborhood named one of the top neighborhoods in the U S and is known for its upscale shopping, dining, and cozy coffeehouses. The Central West End is a highly walkable area with art galleries, antique shopping, great nightlife venues, and stunning turn-of-the-century homes, all located on the eastern edge of Forest Park, just a quick 5-minute drive from downtown St. Louis. Whole Foods, Straub's, and Schnucks supermarkets are close by, as well as all the city's top attractions, making this beautiful home the perfect place to base your group or family while visiting St. Louis. Getting Around: The best way to get around is by car with most highways conveniently nearby. You can also use the Metro link light rail system to get to many major attractions. St. Louis also has both UBER and Lyft available. You'll also see lots of Lime and Bird electric scooters throughout the city, so you can zoom wherever you'd like! Other Things to Note: There is no access internally from one property to the other. This is a duplex style building and moving from 1 unit to the other requires walking out the front door of one unit and into the front door of the other. We truly value you as our guest, we're always here to help if you need anything during your stay! GUEST VETTING ABODEbucks loves hosting all guests. However, based on past experiences; to better our protect neighborhoods and properties from parties, reservation inquiries from local guests with few or no reviews will likely be denied PRIVACY-SAFE NOISE MONITORING This home is equipped with NoiseAware monitoring devices that alert us if noise levels increase over reasonable levels. This allows us to reach out and request that levels are reduced to reasonable levels. To protect your privacy, the monitors do not record audio. GUEST VERIFICATION SafelyStay, Inc., verifies the identity of guests and checks criminal databases in order to confirm reservations. TRUST & SAFETY The SafelyStay, Inc. Trust and Safety Fee includes up to $10,000 of accidental coverage for contents damage and up to $100,000 coverage for accidental property damage and bodily injury. The Trust & Safety Fee allows the security deposit to be waived while protecting you, your group, and the property should an accident happen. The $88 fee is collected at the time of payment and may be labeled as “Trust & Safety Fee” or “Management Fee”. NIGHTLY PRICING Our goal is to provide each guest with a wonderful stay at a great value. The nightly price has been pre-discounted based on the market value of your requested dates. EXTRA GUEST FEE For groups of more than 8 guests, please note the extra guest fee of $15/person/night starting with the 9th guest. This fee is automatically applied based on your guest count. COVID-19 CLEANING CERTIFIED The entire ABODEbucks team has completed "Health, Cleaning, Disinfecting and Personal Protective Equipment for Workers who Clean Vacation Rental Homes" certification and has been trained on today's best practices to keep guests safe and healthy by following strict and elevated cleaning guidelines. You can rest a bit easier when staying with ABODEbucks. HOUSE RULES ✔ This home has been carefully designed and outfitted for the comfort of vacationers and business travelers. Please do not inquire if the following items don't work with your plans. ✔ Primary renter must be 25+ years old ✔ Pets are not permitted on the property ✔ No smoking inside the home ✔ No additional guests - If more guests are expected, please add them to the reservation ✔ No Parties - If the guests exceed the number stated in your reservation, it will be considered a party ✔ Quiet time is 10pm - 9am (including weekends). The neighbors are proud of their quiet, peaceful neighborhood and we ask our guests to be respectful. Please keep voices and music down during quiet hours. ✔ Outdoor areas off-limits after 10pm ✔ Nothing can be taped, pinned, or attached to walls, ceilings, or hung from the lighting fixtures. Absolutely no glitter or confetti. Interaction with Guests: I will not be available in person. However, I have partnered with ABODEbucks Management to provide 24/7 support. If there is anything at all you need, please feel free to let us know.