‘The Merlot Bungalow’ Defiance Tiny Home on Trail

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 327.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Defiance, Missouri

Yellow Farmhouse Winery
9 min walk
Grapevine Wine Bistro & Visitor's Center
1 min walk
Washington Station
29 min drive
St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis)
17 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Escape the hustle and bustle of St. Louis with a stay at this chic countryside vacation rental in Defiance, MO. 'Merlot Bungalow' offers a studio interior with a bathroom and a well-equipped kitchenette, perfect for couples and small families seeking modern simplicity. When you're not out sampling local wineries or hiking along the nearby Katy Trail, you can unwind at this tiny home retreat with a charcoal grill, a fire pit, and peaceful natural surroundings.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Free WiFi | Washer & Dryer | Community Pavilion & Grill Area

Studio: Lofted Queen Bed, Lofted Twin Bed (Ladder Required)

TINY HOME LIVING: Deck, Adirondack chairs, charcoal grill, fire pit (wood not provided), indoor & outdoor dining areas
KITCHENETTE: Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, stove/oven, mini fridge, microwave, drip coffee maker (starter coffee provided)
GENERAL: Linens/towels, central A/C & heat, laundry detergent, clothes hangers, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels
ACCESSIBILITY: Multi-level studio w/ lofts, 2 steps required for entry
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), RV parking, free street parking
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 2 additional properties available next door and down the block, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

HIKING TRAILS: Katy Trail access (walking distance), Lost Valley Hiking Trail (3 miles), Weldon Springs Conservation Area (4 miles), Lewis & Clark Trailhead Weldon Springs (6 miles), August A. Busch. Memorial Conservation Area (9 miles)
NEARBY PARKS: The Historic Daniel Boone Home (6 miles), Weldon Spring Site Interpretive Center (7 miles), Broemmelsiek Park Astronomy Site (8 miles), Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park (18 miles), Castlewood State Park (29 miles)
WINERIES & VINEYARDS: Defiance Ridge Vineyards (0.6 miles), Chandler Hill Vineyards (2 miles), Sugar Creek Winery (3 miles), Montelle Winery (7 miles), Augusta Winery (9 miles), Mt. Pleasant Winery (9 miles)
ST. LOUIS HOT SPOTS: The Butterfly House (19 miles), Six Flags St. Louis (30 miles), The Magic House, St Louis Children's Museum (31 miles), Saint Louis Zoo (33 miles), Missouri Botanical Garden (35 miles), The Gateway Arch (39 miles)
AIRPORT: St. Louis Lambert International Airport (28 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There is another bookable vacation rental next door; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: This multi-level studio requires 2 steps for entry, a flight of stairs to access the lofted queen bed, and a ladder to access the lofted twin bed

During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Yellow Farmhouse Winery. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the apartment.

Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
9 minutes by foot from Yellow Farmhouse Winery and a 4-minute drive from Sugar Creek Winery

This apartment offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Defiance apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Internet access

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Hairdryer
Towels provided

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 300 sq ft (27.9 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

519429