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BACKYARD OASIS! Cozy and charming 60s Brick ranch with relaxing gazebo over pond

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A gazebo with a wooden deck leading to a lake, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a mirror on the wall.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.
A house with a porch, large plants, and a welcome sign.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Defiance, MO
  • Place, Broemmelsiek Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellow Farmhouse Winery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Chandler Hill Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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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.

BACKYARD OASIS! Cozy and charming 60s Brick ranch with relaxing gazebo over pond

Charming home is updated with an open floor plan. Backyard has a relaxing gazebo overlooking pond. Located on 3 private acres in Defiance area, near award winning Missouri wineries, Katy Trail State Park for hiking and biking, Daniel Boone home, and Busch Wildlife.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Chandler Hill Vineyards. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a jetted tub in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Yellow Farmhouse Winery and a few minutes from Broemmelsiek Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please take all trash and recycling out to the bins in back patio.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

BACKYARD OASIS! Cozy and charming 60s Brick ranch with relaxing gazebo over pond Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing property Winston the duck is very friendly The beds were super comfy The kitchen is fully equipped everything you need we had a wonderful time thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Diamond in the rough. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place several wineries close by. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious, thoughtfully appointed, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britaney G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail V.

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

Great peaceful location

Lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and conveniently located within a short distance to many area wineries. We will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Great stay!

This was the perfect spot to stay for family wedding that was at a nearby winery. House was just right for our family of 5. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at this property during the holidays. It was wonderful! The house is so clean and well stocked with supplies. The setting is beautiful for Christmas. We will stay again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

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

Great stay

Great place, we used the area to get ready for our wedding reception & it worked out perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great! Everything that was needed was there. Beautiful area. Would definitely stay here if we are ever back that way.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi and Jared A.

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

Weekend Trip

This was the perfect place to stay for our weekend trip! The location was quiet and peaceful but close enough to shopping and other activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Very clean and beautifully decorated. It is obvious that the hosts care about making their guests feel right at home. We will definitely be back for another visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harry H.

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

Vacation

Beautiful place to stay. Not far from places we wanted to visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gabe m.

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

Backyard oasis

Stayed for a long weekend with some friends, great location and the house was in good shape.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Family Trip

Loved this house! Very clean and spacious. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Temille

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay for the home away from home feel and quality time . The property is exactly as displayed in the listing.The kitchen, the promptness of the host responding to any questions ,were all top tier. The location was a short distance to shopping and dining locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Awesome !

Such a perfect place for 2 couples that just want to chill ! Will be back for sure !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

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

Wonderful stay in Defiance

Property was beautiful and well maintained. It was perfect for our girls trip and would stay again. Hosts were great at communicating. It was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jedidiah M.

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

Beautiful and clean property

This was a beautiful place to stay off the beaten path with privacy to boot. Fishing at the pond was a great time as well. Highly recommend and plan to stay here next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey D.

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

Thank you

Great place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Beautiful home

Very spacious, clean and comfortable. I felt very much at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sharon k.

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

Family reunion at Brommelsiek Park

This property was wonderful. Was as described. Beautiful home in beautiful setting and host was fantastic. Wonderful place to stay. Would use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Defiance Katy Trail Spring Trip

The property was very nice, clean, and met our needs. It was a great bonus to have a garage to store our E bikes in. We especially enjoyed the gazebo in the backyard overlooking the pond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Comfortable

Very comfortable and clean property - loved the spacious but cozy atmosphere. My family had a great time and enjoyed seeing the ducks and deer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023