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The Original Custom House!

Riverfront vacation home in St. Charles with kitchen

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Step into history at this 1801 Customs House turned modern retreat, now home to a spacious 2-bedroom apartment. You'll be in the heart of Main Street St. Charles with its rich history, dining options, and shopping. Enjoy an updated kitchen and wine bar while taking in the comfort of two king beds and a separate bedroom with a queen bed.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Original Custom House!

Come stay in what was St. Charles original Customs House built in 1801, but fully stocked with modern amenities and comforts. Walk downstairs and be in the heart of the Main Street St. Charles filled with history, dining, and shopping. You can sleep six adults comfortably in this two bedroom apartment, with two king beds and a queen bed in a separate bedroom. Enjoy the updated kitchen and wine bar. This historic home has everything you need for the perfect getaway!
*We provide a complimentary starter pack of essentials to help you settle in, including basic toiletries and paper products. For your extended stay, please plan to purchase additional items as needed.

Although we do not like fees in order to maintain our units we must make you aware of the following:
We are ONLY dog friendly. To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all guests a non-refundable fee of $100 per reservation will be charged to cover additional cleaning costs. Pet fees are NOT included in the original reservation price or room rate provided. Any applicable pet fees will be added to your reservation MANUALLY and charged AFTER booking.
If you do not honor our pet policy (dog only disclosure) you will be fined $200.
Strict NO SMOKING policy. If you smoke inside you will be fined $250.
We are not responsible for items left behind by guests. If you leave an item behind and you want it to be sent back to you. We charge $25 for that item to be shipped plus the shipping costs.
Any stay greater than 21 days will require an additional long term cleaning fee of $50 that will be MANUALLY charged after reservation confirmation.
An unapproved late check-out fine is $50.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Nothing you need to do but to drive home safely!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

607370

About the neighborhood

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Saint Charles, MO

What's nearby

  • Historic Main Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • First Missouri State Capitol Historic Site - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lewis & Clark Boathouse and Nature Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ameristar Casino St. Charles - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 24 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Llywelyn's Pub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Old Millstream Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Schlafly Bankside - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Salt + Smoke - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Original Custom House! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Original Custom House!?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Original Custom House! on Dec 9, 2025 start from $138.24, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Original Custom House!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Original Custom House!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Original Custom House! located?

Located in St. Charles Historic District, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Historic Main Street and Ameristar Casino St. Charles. Frontier Park and Lewis & Clark Boathouse and Nature Center are also within 10 minutes.

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The Original Custom House! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Rosanna T.

Cute place, great location

Everything we needed. Only complaint was the couch was very hard. Very accommodating otherwise. Thank you :)

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Perfect little property to stay and visit Main Street!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We loved this place, it conveniently located, very clean, well stocked and the host was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location is so fun

We enjoyed our stay in this historic setting with modern touches. Cute decorating, they included coffee, large televisions for evening relaxation, and prompt replies for questions and very clean house. We could walk everywhere!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Awesome little spot right in the heart of historic Saint Charles. Our family really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Russell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St. Charles get away

Loved the location in the historic downtown. Property was adorable and convenient to everything. Living room furniture was a bit uncomfortable but overall an enjoyable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy apartment

Great location! Perfect for wanting to get to Main Street easily. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

susie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

Eveything was in great condition..very nice kitchen and the beds were very comfortable. we would definitely stay at this property again.The location was great...an easy walk to the brewery and bella vino and the many shops on Main Street.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shania Twain concert

We enjoyed our stay and will be booking in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway for the family!

We recently stayed here for a 3 night getaway & everyone in the family loved it. Check in was very simple & the property managers were fast to respond to any questions we asked. The beds were comfy & the kitchen was perfect for our time there. The location could not be beat. We walked to bakeries in the mornings & dinners at night, not to mention the proximity to all the shops! Would definitely stay here & recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean home on Main Street

Updated historic home on Main Street. So convenient to restaurants, shops, and all of historic St Charles.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique!

What a cute historic place to stay. The beds were very comfortable. Good location. No issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This condo is in the heart of St. Charles old town. I stayed here for 8 days and could not have been happier. Excellent response by host. The walking access to breakfast/lunch/dinner restaurants , bars and speciality shops is amazing.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total surprise

This booking was great. We had one issue with the washing machine but communication was good and the problem was resolved. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location!

The place was in an excellent location. Morning jog/walks along the Katy Trail, coffee stop at the Bike Cafe basically out the front door! Only thing to note is the only bathroom is off the living room, so maybe something for the modest but for our group it was a source of comedy. Beds were comfy, and place was clean. Would stay again! Host was super helpful as well!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

loved this spot

we have been coming to St. Charles since we dated and love this spot. Our last visit, a few months ago, was at the spot above the eye doctor on main street. Both are fabulous. Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend weekend

The home was lovely. The neighbors in the unit next door with the dog they left all day for 2 days, not so great. Thank you for responding quickly to texts and providing us a great place and location to stay. We still have a great time despite the dog issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location

Title says it all. We were traveling to St. Charles to visit family and experience the Historic District of St. Charles during the holiday season. This property is right on South Main Street and we were able to walk everywhere. The place itself is a nice mix of historic feel, with some original wood flooring and staircase, mixed with an updated kitchen and furnishings.FYI, it is in the upper level of the building, so there are some stairs for initial access, and additional stairs to one of the bedrooms. There is a restaurant on the 1st level of the building, which sent some wonderful aromas up into the rental. We ate there once and it was excellent.We will definitely stay again if make another trip to the St. Charles area.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice stay, great location

Overall property location was great. A few items need to be addressed to improve overall experience. 1. Washing machine is leaking 2. Overall fixtures are loose and towel racks need to be tightened ( we had to carefully hang towels) . 3. The top step into property is dangerous due to lack of support/ wood rot and several times our children almost fell due to instability of step. 4. Ground floor bedroom sheets were dirty and stained upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jen Y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute lil place

my family stayed the weekend of halloween for a soccer tournament. The apt itself was adorable and great for our family. However there had been a lack of deep cleaning, fair amt of dust on blinds, bathroom fan, etc. food and beer left in fridge from previous stay. Not moped in a while I would say. linens and towels were clean. Loved the plants and all the white. I did notify the owner and he offered the cleaning service to come back, but since we we there and didn't want to have to work around that especially with our pup along we declined. It's on beautiful historic mainstreet, a very charming and sweet place. noisier at night than I would like, but I didn't think about it being halloween when I booked either. There is an excellent restaurant just a few mins walk away, Salt and Smoke was amazing! We enjoyed walking mainstreet at night and checking out the stores. Many do close at 5pm though FYI. We would look at staying here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Main Street

This property has a great location. Right on Main Street. It had everything we needed and was clean and very nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, great location

Place was really nice. Jeffrey gave very clear check in instructions. The only concern I had was with the living room furniture. It was very uncomfortable. I spent the evenings in the bedroom bc it was more comfortable. When friends were over we sat in the living room but everyone commented about the lack of comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful memories!

Wonderful memories. Quaint and cozy place. Location was perfect. We would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Travis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smack Dab in the Middle of it All

A fabulous location within feet of all the shops and restaurants that make this town so much fun to visit. The property itself was oozing with old world charm. Plenty of modern amenities and a funky floor plan. The property owner responded in literal seconds when we had a minor issue with the door lock upon our arrival. He was never intrusive but available to help if we needed anything. Great spot. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This rental is the most conveniently located property you can find on main street for a full Downtown St. Charles experience. I would love to come back in the spring/summer/fall and rent a bike (located directly across the street) and hit the Katy Trail. This spot allowed you to check back in throughout the day if you needed a break from holiday shopping and it was quiet at night. The nightlife in downtown St. Charles is pretty early, however, there are some nice locations a few blocks down that looked like it would be fun to visit (if I didn't have my kiddos with me) for some adult wind down time! But what was nice, it was down a few blocks--perfectly easy walking distance, but super quiet for those of us back and "in for the night." The beds were very comfortable. Everything was clean and as pictured. Just a cozy, clean, convenient spot to enjoy your time in St. Charles! I have to mention that everyone was SUPER friendly. Every store and place to eat we visited (pretty much all of them) had the nicest and most helpful people working! I can't say enough how polite and kind everyone was the entire day! I hope to come back and explore more parts of St. Charles that I didn't have time to get to and I would book this location again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022