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A Touch of Key West

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Cozy living room with a fireplace, TV, and comfortable seating area.
Relax in a nautical-themed room with a comfortable bed, a unique net-patterned wall, and a coastal landscape painting.
Relax in a shaded seating area with two chairs and a bench, surrounded by a brick wall and a nearby water source.
Cozy warmth emanates from the traditional wood-burning stove, set against a rustic brick backdrop.
Stunning traditional building with an arched entrance and adjacent structure.

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2328 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly

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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Property manager

Tim Thorndike & Beverly Bartlett

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

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

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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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
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

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A Touch of Key West.
A Touch of Key West Apartment
A Touch of Key West Shrewsbury, St. Louis
A Touch of Key West Apartment Shrewsbury, St. Louis

About the area

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Shrewsbury, St. Louis, MO

What's nearby

  • Webster University - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Forest Park - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 10 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 4 min walk
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 12 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ted Drewes Frozen Custard - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪St Louis Bread Co. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Grand's Marketing and Catering - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Touch of Key West pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A Touch of Key West?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Touch of Key West?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Touch of Key West located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Webster University, Lindenwood Park and Repertory Theatre of St. Louis. St. Louis Zoo and Washington University in St. Louis are also within 6 miles (10 km). Shrewsbury Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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A Touch of Key West Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Cozy Bungalow Vibe

Beverly and Tim are great hosts making our stay comfortable and relaxed. Nice clean property with a cozy Key West beach bungalow vibe. Would definitely recomend a stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lachandra M.

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

St. Louis

Amazing people and very cute apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

darin a.

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

Comfy, clean, quiet basement apt

Title says it all. Convenient and nice. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marybeth G.

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

Great deal!

My teen and I just needed a place to chill on our two night trip to see the sights. This place is a great location if you don't want to drive in downtown St.Louis as there is a rail stop (with parking) just a couple blocks away. We rode the rail in and also used it to get around downtown. After a rainy sight seeing trip, the space was nice and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jane D.

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

Great property

We had a lovely stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

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

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

Kelsey K.

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

Wonderful stay

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie V., Omaha

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

Quick stay for concert

Great place for a quick stay and owners are quick to answer questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I found it to be very clean and quiet. Bed and chairs could have been more comfortable, but for the price it was reasonable. I parked around the corner on St. Vincent. I felt my car was safer there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

Friendly and convenient

Terrific hosts and a safe, comfortable place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

neil s.

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

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

Gail H.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, communication
Coziness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

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

Cozy and Restful

Tim and Bev were excellent hosts and really treated us like members of the family. The apartment was very cheerful, warm and functional. We slept well and felt right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Annalisa c.

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

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

Mandie M.

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

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

Chris J.

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

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

Karen G., Pontotoc

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

The best owners

Tim and Bev communicated with me throughout the whole process. They are phenomenal owners. The room is clean, quiet, in a great area, and they thought of everything for a traveling nurse! 10/10
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas R.

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

Strict

Nice people, but strict rules.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerica G.

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

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

Kimberly O., Asheville, NC

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

A sweet spot

Great little basement space for 2 people that was warm and dry....no dampness at all. The shower head was marvelous! The Key West decorations are carefully displayed and lifts your spirit. Parking is literally across the street and safe under bright lights at the top of a slight rise. Tim and Beverly are intensely interested in the quality of their guest's stay. The coded entry was so nice since I didn't have to carry a key. I loved strolling through the neighborhood. My trip was all about spending time with family which was a short 2 mi. drive. I will definitely stay again. Thanks Tim and Beverly!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021