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Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Jefferson City

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6950 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Jefferson City, MO
  • Place, Missouri State Penitentiary Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln University of Missouri
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Missouri State Capitol
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Jefferson City

Heart of Jefferson City.With a stay at this Jefferson City vacation home, you'll be steps from Missouri State Penitentiary Museum and within a 15-minute walk of Cole County Historical Society. Lincoln University of Missouri and The Missouri Governor´s Mansion are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Missouri State Penitentiary Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Missouri Governor´s Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lincoln University of Missouri - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Supreme Court of Missouri - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Missouri State Capitol - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Jefferson City Station - 13 min walk
  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prison Brews - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Plate & Pour Coffeehouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Arris' Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Yanis Coffee Zone - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Gumbo Bottoms Ale House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place

The Lester Parker property, the neoclassical revival home built in 1905, is on the National Register of Historic Places and sits on the corner of historic Capitol Avenue and Lafayette Street. Diagonally across the intersection is the old Missouri State Penitentiary and directly across Lafayette Street is the Missouri State Penitentiary Museum and Penitentiary Tour Ticket Office.

Centrally located, Parker’s Place is the best place to stay to discover Jefferson City and all it has to offer! Recently renovated with new furnishings throughout, this beautiful home overlooks the oldest state prison west of the Mississippi River and much of Missouri’s capitol city. The master bedroom holds a king size bed, desk and smartTV. The sitting room includes a queen sofa sleeper. The family room is a large, elegant space to gather and relax, with beautiful ceiling work that is over 11' tall. Included is a grand 8' tall viewing mirror. The back sun porch has 150 sq/ft. of great space to store bikes or other travel gear. The kitchen is equipped for anything you'll need during your stay.

Parker's Place is now a destination for families and friends to connect with each other and the fascinating history of Lester S. Parker and his wonderful red brick neoclassical mansion, built in 1905 with prison labor. The central location is within walking distance of the State Capitol and the old Missouri State Prison, which both offer tours; shopping and dining in downtown Jefferson City; and the Katy Trail, a popular hiking and cycling trail with rental bikes available. Enjoy your stay at Parker’s Place, with all its intriguing stories, at the historic crossroads of Capitol Avenue and Lafayette Street in Missouri’s capitol city. Contact us today to book your getaway.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 950 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:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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 is not permitted

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
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 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Stay in the center of it all at Parker's Place
Parker's Place – Stay in the Center of It All Jefferson City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.7 mi (24-min drive) away from the Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place?

As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place on Oct 23, 2025 start from $148.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Stay In The Center of It All at Parker's Place to downtown Jefferson City?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Jefferson City.