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A Touch of Key West

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 230 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Shrewsbury, St. Louis, MO
  • Webster University
    3 min drive
  • Forest Park
    5 min drive
  • Tower Grove Park
    6 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    18 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.

A Touch of Key West

A large inviting Studio apartment, private bathroom, Kitchenette, private entrance, peaceful backyard
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During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of Webster University. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchenette, fireplace and TVs
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes by car from St. Louis Union Station and 5 minutes from Forest Park
A Touch of Key West offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Shrewsbury apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Tim Thorndike & Beverly Bartlett

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 328 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Non-barker, house-trained, well-behaved, 1 Dog max

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Must be accompanied by a parent

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

A Touch of Key West Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Cindy

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was all excited for this stay in St Louis but disappointed. Not for me, the house rules are ridiculous for a single traveler this place creeped me out, Beverly is home all the time, watching you, it’s creepy and reports back to her husband, you hear everything your in there basement with all the owners personal stuff, they were doing there laundry when i arrived, knock on the door Friday at 10 pm to shut off the water heater, i was very uncomfortable they have access to the space at anytime, the decor is the owner personal stuff, clutter and dirty the bathroom gross smells, the quiet hours are untrainable considering you’re traveling to site see, and might get back late i got a threat to be evicted for having the tv on all night to help myself sleep it was too loud, it was to have background noise! The door programming lock was completely a joke so you don't lock your door, its the house door, your belongings are not Secure enough it’s weird! I have been traveling for years and have never been threatened i didn’t relax at all in this place! Would Not recommend unreasonable host! Tim and Beverly shouldn't be hosting! Good luck with these people come off nice but then….. you get threatened thank goodness i only stayed 3 days
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay
I was moving my freshman into SLU. Quick 10 minutes on the highway. Note: the parking location has changed, and you must park on the street. The Vrbo pages had not been updated at my reservation time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little hide-away
It was a very nice place to stay when I was coming into town alone to go to baseball games. Very close to public transit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy oasis near Webster Campus
Cool clean and comfy stay. This is a single room in the basement of a single family home with its own entrance at the back of the house, off street parking right out front. Fewer than ten minutes drive to Opera Theater St. Louis’s festival playhouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerica G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay close to WashU
We planned this visit to St. Louis for our daughter’s college graduation at WashU. Our son decided to join us, and our hosts were very understanding and accommodating about this change of plans. The hosts, Tim and Beberly, were exceedingly friendly in making sure that any needs were met. They made us feel very welcome. They added things like sweets and cold water that made it nice. Kept lots of things that travelers need. Well thought out. Wonderful hideaway in St. Louis County with central location. Great owners and very communicative people. We hope to find them here forever and we would like to come back, again. Thank you Tim and Beverly!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beverly and Tim were great hosts! The place is super cute, clean, and comfy. Very close to dining options and touristic places. I went with my partner to ser the Eclipse, but we were also able to walk around Saint Louis and know more about the city. If we'll come back to St. Louis, we'll definitely be in touch with then again. Very happy to have stayed there :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We chose this property for its excellent location, a very short walk from the Shrewsbury train station. Our experience with the St. Louis mass transit system was very positive. We were so happy not to rent a car! Our hosts were very accommodating, letting us leave our luggage for several hours after checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie V., Omaha

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick stay for concert
Great place for a quick stay and owners are quick to answer questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
We had a lovely stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay. More than expected. The hosts are amazing and I will definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
I was in St Louis to look after my elderly mother. Tim and Beverly could not have been more welcoming. They were so kind, even sweeping my car after it snowed. The cozy basement unit was warm and had enough blankets even during the recent below 0 weather. A great option for a traveller on a budget!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy to have revisited
Thanks again for a restful visit. Very much appreciate that your apartment is so inviting--it's so clean and comfortable and well-equipped: nothing lacking in this great get-away spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice landing place
The apartment was just as advertised, and I especially appreciated how clean it was. The hosts have thought about what a traveler might need, and they have made a guest feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A stop in the Key West
Solid time. Great spot. They did great with attention for detail. A small oasis in the St Louis area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosetta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Coziness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Concert
Property is clean and owners are nice. They added things like snacks and water that made it nice. Kept lots of things that travelers need. Well thought out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The stay was as described and very clean. We had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Place
Whether your are visiting for a short or long amount of time this place has everything you need. Tim and Bev are very gracious hosts and a joy to talk with. The House Rules are simple if you think they are excessive you're wrong this is how they maintain such a prestine area. Very quiet and peaceful which is surprising being so close the city. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lila

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very well decorated for the "Florida Keys"!!! Had a very large selection of movies!!! Cold water, snacks, and treats were plenty. Microwave for heating or cooking small dishes, leftovers. All amenities worked very well. Enjoyed the hospitality of Host & Hostess.... Would recommend for any couple coming through town..!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
Wonderful hideaway in St. Louis County with central location. Great owners and people.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick trip to the Lou
Very conveniently located, minutes from the hearts of Webster and Maplewood. And, of course, Ted Drewes! Space is very clean and well-appointed, and the hosts were exceedingly friendly in making sure that any needs were met. Was exactly what I needed for a quick trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tracy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and close to WashU
Great stay. Close to WashU. Just what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Uneasy
Good location, clean, BUT, several things happened! We asked for an early check in and was told "absolutely not 4: firm". We asked if we could drop off our luggage early, he said "yes", then we got a text about 2:00 the day of arrival asking our ETA, and I told him about 3:00, and he came back with a condescending "didn't you read the arrival time, no check in until 4:00!" He told us not to pull into his driveway but to pull into the business across the street and park there all week! Then at 3:30 we pulled in across the street & saw him on his driveway & as we walked toward him, he saw us and went in the house. So, we took a walk & came back at 4. We asked the business if it was ok to park there, and they said they never had been asked, but it is ok this time. ??? weird Then the next day without a warning of any kind, he had a scheduled AC maintenance guy come in our (locked) small room, they moved our luggage and were in & out for quite a while. Very weird! A few other thinks like, he said large studio but tiny room, not room to work or eat except on a TV tray, said toaster oven, so we brought bread & bagels to toast, but no toaster. Very uneasy! Will not be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Giovani L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A comfy and convenient place in St Louis
I came to St Louis to help my daughter to move in into her residence hall at Webster University. Because we missed some flight connections, we arrived past the check-in hours so she stayed with me at Tim and Beverly's during our first night in St Louis. Our hosts were very understanding and accommodating about this change of plans. The place is quite comfortable for two people. It was very conveniently located for us, close to Webster and to the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 Station, from where one can catch the Metro Link to the airport and downtown. As we were busy with preparations for the beginning of classes, we did not have much time to see many places around, besides Webster Groves. But now that our daughter is in St Louis, I will be coming back and will definitely stay with Tim and Beverly again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022