Apartment
4.79

'The Ruebling House': Bright, Modern, & Renovated!

Property ID: 447909DefianceMOUS
Sleeps 62 BR1 BA
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Description

Ideal for a retreat from city life, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental is a relaxing getaway! Located in the historic Ruebling House, this apartment fuses antique decor with contemporary furnishings and appliances, including a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a Smart TV. You'll be able to feel the weight of history around you here: this home, originally built in 1906, was once owned and operated as a general store by August Ruebling, founder of the town of Defiance!

Amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Central Heating
  • Self Check-In
  • Wireless Internet (WIFI)
  • Free Parking
  • Central Air Conditioning

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Location Details

THE GREAT OUTDOORS: Katy Trail (0.1 miles), Matson Hill Trail (2.4 miles), Lost Valley Hiking Trail (2.9 miles), Weldon Springs Conservation Area (4.0 miles), Klondike Trail Head (4.0 miles), Lewis & Clark Trailhead Weldon Springs (6.4 miles), Broemmelsiek Park (6.9 miles), Busch Greenway Trailhead (7.6 miles), Pine Trail (11.3 miles), Castlewood State Park (27.8 miles)

WINERIES & VINEYARDS: Defiance Ridge Vineyards (0.9 miles), Chandler Hill Vineyards (1.5 miles), Sugar Creek Winery (2.3 miles), Montelle Winery (6.3 miles), Augusta Winery (8.5 miles), Mt. Pleasant Winery (8.6 miles), Noboleis Vineyards (9.3 miles), Balducci Vineyards (11.0 miles), Quarry Wine Garden (11.5 miles), Blumenhof Winery (14.7 miles), Cedar Lake Cellars (19.7 miles), Renaissance Wine Garden (23.8 miles), Holy Grail Winery & Vineyard (26.8 miles)

ST. LOUIS HOT SPOTS: The Butterfly House (19.4 miles), Six Flags St. Louis (30.3 miles), The Magic House, St Louis Children's Museum (31.2 miles), Saint Louis Zoo (33.0 miles), Missouri Botanical Garden (35.7 miles), The Gateway Arch (39.5 miles)

AIRPORT: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (28.5 miles)

Reviews

4.79
19 reviews
  • 5/5

    Very clean and we enjoyed our stay. Comfy beds too

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Katy
    Published July 27, 2025
  • Super cute and roomy

    5/5

    The place is absolutely adorable and the perfect location. If we have to come back to Defiance again we will be staying here.

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    Zelina
    Published May 18, 2025
    Manager's Response:

    From the owner: "I am glad you had a good time. We hope you come back and visit our wonderful town again!"

  • Perfect Location and Apartments

    5/5

    My family rented all 4 apartments on this property for our family and the bridal party for my daughter's wedding. The property was absolutely perfect and less than a mile from the venue.

    Marcie
    Published October 3, 2024
  • Nice Place

    5/5

    The General Store space makes a pleasant weekend getaway spot. Clean and well decorated with easy access and good location for trail and winery access.

    Scott
    Published April 8, 2024
  • Winter wonderland!

    5/5

    The property was wonderful for a family traveling for Christmas. The host even had Christmas trees in both rentals.

    *This review was originally posted on Vrbo

    David
    Published January 10, 2024
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