Top-rated gem: Games, coffee, ample space for 4
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
Top-rated gem: Games, coffee, ample space for 4 is a vacation-home style stay in New Athens in the greater St. Louis area. The unit is in a duplex and is described as newly renovated, positioned as a comfortable “home away from home.” Public guest feedback is strong, with a 4.9/5 rating from 20 reviews.
Layout & in-unit comfort
This smoke-free rental includes climate control (air conditioning and heating) and practical home conveniences like a washer and ironing board. A key layout perk noted by guests is having a bathroom for each bedroom. Note that there is not a TV in the living room; instead, there are smart TVs in both bedrooms.
Kitchen & self-catering
For longer stays and self-catering, the unit includes a full kitchen with an oven stove and microwave. These features make it easy to handle breakfasts, quick meals, and work-week routines without relying on restaurants every day.
Parking, connectivity & outdoor space
Guests have free parking and free Wi‑Fi for streaming, remote work, and trip planning. A patio adds simple outdoor space for coffee or downtime when you’re not out exploring the area.
Location & what’s nearby
The property is near multiple transit points including Belleville Metrolink Station (~3.1 km), College station (~3.1 km), and Swansea station (~5.0 km), offering rail access around the region. Dining options range from nearby casual spots like China Town Restaurant (~1.5 km) and Cutter’s (~1.9 km) to barbecue at BEAST Craft BBQ Co. (~3.1 km) and bar & grill choices such as Charlie’s Place (~2.7 km) and The Roundabout Bar and Grill (~3.4 km). For flights, MidAmerica St. Louis Airport is about 11.1 km away, while St. Louis Lambert International Airport is about 45.7 km away.
Best for
This duplex-style vacation home suits small groups and couples who want a self-contained place with an equipped kitchen (oven stove and microwave), washer, and reliable basics like air conditioning/heating and Wi‑Fi. It’s also a strong fit for longer, work-oriented stays—medical professionals are specifically noted as liking the central location near six major hospitals—plus anyone who values free parking and easy access to nearby MetroLink stations.
Travel tips
Plan your in-home entertainment around the setup: there is no TV in the living room, but both bedrooms have smart TVs. If you want regional transit access, Belleville Metrolink Station and the College station are each roughly 3.1 km away, with Swansea station about 5.0 km away. For flights, MidAmerica St. Louis Airport is much closer (~11.1 km) than St. Louis Lambert International Airport (~45.7 km), which can affect departure planning.
What guests say
Guests consistently rate this property highly overall, reflected in its 4.9/5 public score from 20 reviews. Reviews highlight the stay as pleasant and one that guests would consider booking again. A specific functional feature called out is the convenience of having a bathroom for each bedroom, which can be especially helpful for couples traveling together or small groups. No recurring complaints are provided in the excerpts, though the listing notes that the living room does not have a TV (TVs are in the bedrooms).
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