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Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bar (on property)
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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High Ridge, MO
  • Route 66 State Park
  • Six Flags St. Louis
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

High Ridge

On the beach.You'll find Pleasant Valley Preserve and Pleasant Valley Trailhead within 2 miles (3 km) of this apartment. Big River and High Ridge Civic Center & Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pleasant Valley Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lone Elk Park - 12 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Six Flags St. Louis - 16 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Hidden Valley Ski Resort - 18 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Magic House - St. Louis Children's Museum - 21 min drive - 15.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwood Station - 20 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Johnny’s Hideout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪White Castle - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback

Lower Level Unit in a Country Home!
Ozark like Scenic grounds that will make your stress melt away as you pull into this completely redone rustic chic (Lower Level) getaway! It's as close as you can get to St Louis but with starlit skies and Ozark foothills around you. Nature and wildlife abound all over the ranch, deer or horses grazing right outside 2 of the 3 bedroom windows.

Listen for the yipe of a coyote at night as you relax on the patio. There is a pretty lake close by reflecting the colors of the sky. You can just relax or Swim, Hike or horse back ride. Makes a great home base if you are attending a wedding at Rocking J or if you are headed to Six Flags, Hidden Valley Ski Resort, St Louis, Ozarks,
Meramec Caverns, or Branson. From here and a short drive to parks, rivers, caves, shut-ins, museums, Union Station Aquarium, and St.Louis zoo.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak

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
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Please place used towels in pile in each bedroom
Please take trash to dumpster located at the far end of our barn/wedding venue
Pull off linens on beds used and leave on bed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please do not use our hot tub. Put excess trash in large cans on patio & run the dishwasher before you leave please. Report anything broken or stained
Quiet time starts at 11PM inside/outside. Volume of music and voices low. No illegal activity allowed. Owners on main floor if anything is needed.
If you can pull the sheets and pillowcases off the beds that were used and leave them on that bed, it would be great and thank you !

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dog must be crated if left in unit by itself

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: There must be an adult in charge

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
11pm Quiet guests are asked to keep voices down

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Note from host: 11pm Quiet guests are asked to keep voices down
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Note from host: 11pm Quiet guests are asked to keep voices down For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback Apartment
Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback High Ridge
Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback Apartment High Ridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback to the airport?

This apartment is 23.9 mi (34-min drive) away from the St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback to the beach?

This apartment is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback ?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback ?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback to downtown High Ridge?

This apartment is 1.9 mi away from High Ridge.

Swim, Fish, Hike, Horseback Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alec D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place and beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana K., Houston, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful countryside home. The area was quiet and peaceful, but still very convenient—Walmart and other stores were just a short drive away.We stayed in the lower level of the house, which had a cozy, rustic feel and plenty of space for everyone. It had everything we needed, and everything was clean and comfortable.Communication with the property manager was great—very friendly and quick to respond.Overall, it was a relaxing and easy stay. We'd definitely come back and recommend it to others!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I did not stay at the house. However I was told the house worked out great for the guys that were in my son’s wedding. I appreciate the acceptance of my son’s dog on short notice .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay!

This was a great place to stay. It was quiet and was perfect for our group. The property was well maintained and accurate to the listing. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice people but not as listed. Close to St. Louis.

This is a beautiful wedding venue, though not a resort (as listed).It is a working horse ranch with beautiful and friendly animals.The accomodations would have been fine for a weekend but a week was a bit long.This is the owners' basement.Damp, spiders, crickets, mosquitos, and we heard every footfall above. All heat and AC is controlled by the owner above.When the owners were gone the dogs barked about every 3-5 seconds until they returned.White noise did not help.Privacy felt non-existent.When we arrived we went to check in only to find our accomodations occupied by a wedding party.I contacted the owner who apologized and told us to come back later.I said we'd go to dinner and come back.We didn't hear anything for 2 hours.I checked again and he apologized again.No offers of a refund of any kind for the delay.At the end of the stay we were asked to check out early for another wedding and start laundry.The listing indicated a king size bed but it was really two twin beds pushed together and covered with king size sheets.There was no dining room table as indicated, there was a bar to eat at and several vanity tables that could accommodate a person or two.The pond was not swimming quality water. Fish were small bass and bluegill.The creek contains geodes but also water moccasins.There was an old kayak available.Certainly not clean:Hair in the shower, glass on floor, makeup on counters, cobwebs, dirty dishes, teapot full of old coffee, broken bathroom door (he offer to repair).
Pots and pans in kitchen
Other utensils, etc under the bar
Beautiful horses. Very friendly. We did not get a chance to ride, but rides were about $75/person and they were willing to accommodate our schedule.
Fish pond a bit weedy for swimming. But free fishing all day. Fish were small but plentiful and the horses always came out to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Accomodations

We were in town for a wedding and this property was wonderful for us all to stary together. The owners were very friendlt and had so much knowledge to share with us of the area and their property. 10/10 reccomend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday house

We rented the property to be in the area for the holiday. The house had plenty of sleeping spaces and linens. The kids were enjoyed seeing the horses on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

Everything was amazing! Clean house and the beds were super comfortable. The only bugaboo would be the hot water, it took a long time and when it finally got hot it went away right away.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family reunion

Really enjoyed the rural setting and lots of room to visit together and eat outside in the evenings. Galley kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals & snacks (but could have used a little more counter space). Owners lived in main floor of house above this basement setting, but noise was never an issue & they were just a phone call away to answer any questions. Had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Patty

Lovely setting! We enjoyed a campfire the first night and it was so relaxing. Close to many activities, with plenty of fun for everyone. Hosts were very friendly and answered questions right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hilltop retreat

Well manicured upscale property set in farm/ranch forested secluded area. Has a pond with a canoe and a small sandy beach. Pasture with horses. Our family enjoyed the surrounding metropolis as there are tons of things to do. Wonderful property! The next time we stay herewe will take it easier and ride the horses!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

Stayed here with the groomsmen from my brothers wedding. Was a great, peaceful place to come back to each night after a few chaotic days. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Judi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get-together

Our family get-together was very enjoyable at the "Rocking J Ranch". The owners Brian and Sue were very accommodating and hospitable. The picturesque views and interacting with the horses were highlights of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Holiday Getaway

Our family (spouse, adult daughter, three grandkids, and myself) spent a week that included Christmas at the High Ridge home. The home is in a beautiful, hilly area close to St. Louis and it fit our needs perfectly. A very special part of our stay included the feeding of the horses that are on the grounds of the property. The grandkids loved this experience. The hosts were excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great week-long stay with friends

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Rocking J Ranch. The house has enough space for 10 people (4 adults and 6 kids). The kids enjoyed petting and feeding the horses (with permission from the owners, Brian and Suzy). We experienced a four-hour county-wide power outage one night. Brian and Suzy were prompt with their response of multiple flashlights, lanterns, and candles. My son wanted to "go camping" and thanks to Brian and Suzy, we achieved it. Verizon cell reception is intermittent inside the house, but this was a blessing to keep us off our phones. We could simply walk outside if we needed to do something. I would recommend Rocking J to friends and family and will keep it in mind for a future visit to St. Louis.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxzine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Relaxing Stay with Family

We had a wonderful experience throughout our stay. The house was fully stocked and had everything we needed. The owners were incredibly kind and had great communication. We were in town for a wedding and this house fit everything we needed for the weekend. We would highly recommend this place and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Trip

Nice accommodations! Everything as described! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ken B., Louisville, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Very scenic, relaxing

Very scenic, rural setting with a fire pit. Close to Six Flags, and 20/25 minutes to everything else. It is a basement apartment, with the owners living upstairs, but with its own entrance and yard area. There was a temporary problem with water pressure, but the owner fixed the problem quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

We had a wonderful time here and the horses were a highlight. The hosts couldn’t have been better the only thing I can say is the shower has no water pressure but it is definitely worth a stay regardless!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get together

Property was well equipped with everything we needed and any additional requirements were met immediately by the owner. We stayed a week and never had any problems. The beds were all very comfy which was a huge plus for us. Overall, a great place to spend quality time with family and just relaxing around the fire pit. Thank you Susan for being such a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spring break

The property was beautiful and the hosts were very kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We stayed at this property for Thanksgiving 2022. It was very comfortable, very clean, and had everything we needed. We went hiking and horseback riding - and had a wonderful time. We will visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Work-cation

We were in town for work. Hotels get old real fast. I can not tell you how thrilled we were to find this gem. Great location, great people, great accommodations!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022