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The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace

2.0 star property
Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Jefferson City

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Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, video games

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102230 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Jefferson City

Heart of Jefferson City.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Missouri State Penitentiary Museum and Lincoln University of Missouri. Cole County Historical Society 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 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lincoln University of Missouri - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Miller Performing Arts Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Missouri Governor´s Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Missouri State Capitol - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Jefferson City Station - 13 min walk
  • Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prison Brews - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Plate & Pour Coffeehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪O'Donoghue's Steaks & Seafood - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Arris' Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ecco Lounge - ‬17 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.

The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace

Welcome to our charming 4 bedroom historic home in downtown Jefferson City, Missouri. This beautifully restored home is filled with unique one of a kind artwork. Each room is carefully designed to provide a comfortable and stylish experience.

Just steps away from the famous Missouri State Penitentiary, our home offers a one-of-a-kind experience for history buffs and enthusiasts. Tour the historic prison and then come back to relax in the immersive big house experience, admiring custom inmate art, history, cozy living room, or enjoy a meal in our fully equipped kitchen.

With 4 spacious bedrooms, our home can accommodate up to 10 guests, making it perfect for families or groups of friends looking to explore all that Jefferson City has to offer. Whether you're here to enjoy the local attractions, take in the stunning views of the Missouri River, or simply relax and unwind in a beautiful setting, our historic home is the perfect place to call your own during your stay in Jefferson City.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball 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

  • Unit size: 2,230 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please don’t open the windows unless it’s an emergency. They are very old and counterweights and this can be difficult to get back i to place.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
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 and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Long-term renters welcome. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace to the airport?

This vacation home is 21.6 mi (27-min drive) away from the Columbia, MO (COU-Columbia Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace to downtown Jefferson City?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Jefferson City.

The Big House, Historic 4-Bedroom Home With Custom Art And Dedicated Workspace Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was conveniently located near the train station and the Capital! It was very clean and had lots of fun games!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness
I didn’t actually stay. My family enjoyed the history displayed in the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes, it was great. The whole place was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niccole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was amazing with communication. The house was clean and spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob W., Rochester, NY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Wonderful rooms. Back porch great for the bikes for visiting cyclists (although lock on back door would be welcomed, as would a hose to rinse off the bikes after a muddy day on the trail). The bath w drain stopper were much appreciated to soak aching legs. I would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nila V., joplin

Liked: Cleanliness
Family event with 8 guests. Communication was great before and during the stay. All questions were addressed quickly. Clean and comfortable beds. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and well appointed. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a wonderful home in a great location. We took the Amtrak train in town and walked to the house. It's clean and very well kept. The artwork is amazing. Be sure to schedule shower times if you have a full house since there is only 1 shower. That being said, everyone had hot water and no one complained of running out. Cell block 2 can only be accessed from the cell block 1 or the warden's quarters. There is no mirror in the warden's quarters but there are in the other bedrooms. All of the beds were comfortable. The top floor with juvenile hall has very steep steps and a portable air conditioning unit but it did stay very cool. The hosts were very communicative and there is a laundromat across the street if you need to do laundry. We walked everywhere. Arri's pizza, the state capital, the governor's mansion, the historical society, the state penitentiary, Prison Brews restaurant and more. It was a great stay and we would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in process was very clear and simpleHouse was decorated in prison theme and beautiful artwork. So fun to learn more history of the area. Kitchen had everything we neededVery spacious for our family to enjoyWould stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is absolutely beautiful and was perfect for our little family get toghther. The kids loved their room on the 3rd floor, and all the things to do up there. (The staircase to the 3rd floor is a little steep, but my 6yr and 9yr old managed just fine. I think it was really only hard for the adults to get up there.) I specifically liked that everything my family wanted to do while in Jefferson City was less than 10 minutes from this property. The location is excellent. The beautiful weather and lovely front porch setup made our days peaceful and delightful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This was the perfect place for our family to be together to celebrate the life of our sister. Having coffee, cream and sugar was a wonderful touch for morning coffee and conversation. Great location in proximity to the church. I would definitely stay here again. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The big house

We stayed one night in the big house, it was very clean and enjoyable with all the artwork and reading material. Location was great for out tour of the mo state prison.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Failmily Event

We stayed for a long weekend to attend a family event. It was myself, husband, 4 kids, and my parents. The house was roomy enough for accommodate us all with no issues. The kods enjpyed having somewhere to play and the gameroom was perfect. It was centrally located and easy to park and navigate the city. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

It was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty M.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

This property was amazing. Clean, spacious, cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Great service by host and great experience. We enjoyed the prison theme and art.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayli N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family Christmas

My family from around the state met here for our family Christmas. The home was perfect. The Christmas tree and decorations made for great family picture opportunities. From before our stay until we sadly had to leave because our stay was over, communication with the owners was very good. The owners have thought of everything and we appreciate the holiday time we had at The Big House.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for family

We were visiting our Mizzou student and all wanted to go. This house was a perfect size for our large family to stay and gather! Just 30 minutes from Columbia and the campus, Jefferson City is a great stay on its own too. The theme of "Big House" is beautifully woven throughout the house and apropos with the historic penitentiary just a couple blocks away!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful House

Awesome property, comfy beds, and perfect location!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big House in Jefferson MO

The BIG House was very clean & well kept. Please be aware that the house house has a prison theme - which is well done. Communication was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024