‘The Merlot Bungalow’ Defiance Tiny Home am Trail

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 | Community Pavilion & Grill Area

Studio: Lofted Queen Bed

TINY HOME LIVING: Adirondack chairs, charcoal grill, fire pit (wood not provided), indoor & outdoor dining areas, updated interior & exterior
KITCHENETTE: Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, 2-burner electric cooktop, mini fridge, microwave, drip coffee maker (starter coffee provided), toaster
GENERAL: Linens/towels, central A/C & heat, 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 --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- 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.