Gabouri Place (City)

Gabouri Place – Completely Renovated 1890 Victorian in Historic District

At 365 South Gabouri Street in Ste. Genevieve’s Historic District, Gabouri Place offers “cozy Victorian home completely renovated in 2018″—preserving circa 1890 architectural character while delivering modern comfort. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation home sleeps 7 guests with master suite on main floor, two queen bedrooms upstairs, refinished original wood flooring throughout, updated kitchen with full appliances, gas fireplace in living room, laundry facilities, and private fenced yard with patio for “enjoying the cool evenings.” Location delivers walkability: “just a block from the historical walking tour and within blocks of several restaurants, tourist attractions, historic homes, and shopping opportunities.” Within 10-minute walk: Felix Vallé House State Historic Site, Bolduc House Museum, Mississippi River. Guest review captures appeal: “Annual girls’ weekend and we chose this gem! We have been doing this for many years and this was hands down the best start to finish VRBO we have ever stayed at…the hosts were incredible and very good with communication, and the home, CLEAN and exactly as described…if you are staying in Ste. Gen – this is your place….we loved it!!!!” Book through Vrbo (property #1374611) or contact Ste. Genevieve tourism office for assistance.

The 2018 Renovation: Victorian Character Meets Modern Comfort

Circa 1890 Victorian homes typically present restoration challenge—preserve period details while updating infrastructure and amenities for contemporary expectations. Gabouri Place’s 2018 complete renovation solved this elegantly.

Original Elements Preserved: Most original wood flooring refinished rather than replaced—maintaining 130+ year-old character, patina, craftsmanship. Victorian-era proportions, room layouts, architectural details retained. The house still reads as authentic 1890s Victorian, not modern construction mimicking historic style.

Modern Updates Implemented: Kitchen completely updated with new refrigerator, stove, microwave, cabinetry, plus coffee maker and toaster. Both full bathrooms modernized. Gas fireplace installed in living room (Victorian heating efficiency with contemporary convenience). WiFi throughout. Flat screen smart TVs in living room and bedrooms. Laundry room with washer, dryer, ironing board, iron—amenities Victorian families never imagined.

Result: Guests experience Victorian architectural charm—original wood floors, period home layout, historic district setting—without sacrificing shower pressure, kitchen functionality, entertainment options, climate control, or laundry convenience.

Three Bedrooms, Sleeps Seven

Master Suite (Main Floor): Queen bed, sitting area, attached full bathroom. Main floor bedroom eliminates stair climbing for guests with mobility considerations or those preferring single-level living.

Two Upstairs Bedrooms: Each with queen bed and sitting area. Share second full bathroom upstairs. The sitting areas transform bedrooms from pure sleeping spaces into retreat zones—morning coffee spot, evening reading nook, private workspace.

Seven-person capacity accommodates larger families, multi-generational trips, friend groups, extended family gatherings. Three separate bedrooms provide privacy; two full bathrooms prevent morning bottlenecks.

The Private Fenced Yard: Rare Downtown Amenity

Downtown historic district properties rarely offer private outdoor space—buildings typically built lot-line to lot-line with minimal yards. Gabouri Place’s “private fenced in yard with patio, chairs, and side tables for enjoying the cool evenings” provides unusual advantage.

The fenced yard means: children can play safely outdoors, dogs could accompany families (check current pet policy), morning coffee on patio, evening wine in private setting, outdoor dining option, buffer from street activity. You get downtown walkable location plus suburban-style private yard—combination uncommon in historic districts.

Location: One Block from Historical Walking Tour

“Just a block from the historical walking tour and within blocks of several restaurants, tourist attractions, historic homes, and shopping opportunities”—Gabouri Place sits in optimal position for car-free exploration.

Within 10-Minute Walk:

• Felix Vallé House State Historic Site (1818 Federal-style home)
• Bolduc House Museum (Louis Bolduc House National Historic Landmark)
• Mississippi River overlook
• Downtown restaurants and bars
• Main Street shopping district
• Centre for French Colonial Life
• Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park Welcome Center

The 365 South Gabouri Street address places property in residential section of historic district—quiet street setting while maintaining walkable access to commercial attractions.

Suggested Long Weekend at Gabouri Place

Friday Evening: Arrive, settle into Victorian home. Walk one block to begin historical walking tour—self-guided exploration of 18th and 19th century architecture in evening light. Dinner at downtown restaurant within walking blocks. Return to Gabouri Place for evening in living room with gas fireplace.

Saturday: Morning coffee on private patio. Walk to Centre for French Colonial Life for comprehensive French Colonial house tours (Louis Bolduc House, Beauvais-Linden Living History House, François Valle II House). Lunch at Sirros or Anvil Restaurant—both within blocks. Afternoon: browse Main Street boutiques, visit Two Rivers Gallery, tour Felix Vallé House State Historic Site. Evening: wine tasting at Brix Urban Winery, dinner at different restaurant. Return to Gabouri Place.

Sunday: Morning: walk to Common Grounds Coffee and Pat’s Bakery. Visit Valle Catholic Church (10-minute walk). Drive to wine country (30 minutes)—tour Chaumette Vineyards, lunch at Weingarten Vineyard, additional tastings at Charleville or Crown Valley. Return to Gabouri Place for evening relaxation in private yard.

Monday Departure: Final morning walk exploring historic district. Coffee on patio. Check out with memories of Victorian charm and modern comfort combined.

Perfect For:

• Larger families (sleeps 7)
• Multi-generational trips (main floor master suite for grandparents)
• Girls’ weekends (proven track record per reviews)
• Friend group getaways
• Extended family gatherings
• Guests wanting authentic Victorian experience with modern amenities
• Travelers prioritizing walkable downtown location plus private outdoor space

Practical Information

Name: Gabouri Place

Address: 365 South Gabouri Street, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670

Booking:

• Vrbo (Property #1374611)

Built: Circa 1890 (Victorian era)

Renovated: Complete renovation 2018

Accommodations:

• Sleeps 7 guests
• 3 bedrooms (all queen beds with sitting areas)
• 2 full bathrooms
• Master suite on main floor
• Two bedrooms upstairs

Square Footage: 1,790 square feet

Amenities:

• Refinished original wood flooring throughout
• Updated kitchen (new refrigerator, stove, microwave, cabinetry, coffee maker, toaster)
• Gas fireplace in living room
• Flat screen smart TV in living room
• Flat screen TVs in bedrooms
• WiFi throughout
• Laundry room (washer, dryer, ironing board, iron)
• Private fenced yard
• Patio with chairs and side tables
• Parking (accessible parking available)
• Air conditioning
• Safety features: carbon monoxide detector, smoke detector, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, deadbolt locks

Reviews: 50+ reviews with excellent ratings

• “Best start to finish VRBO we have ever stayed at”
• “Hosts were incredible and very good with communication”
• “Home, CLEAN and exactly as described”
• “If you are staying in Ste. Gen – this is your place”

Location Highlights:

• Historic District, city center
• One block from historical walking tour
• Within blocks of restaurants, tourist attractions, historic homes, shopping
• 10-minute walk to Felix Vallé House State Historic Site
• 10-minute walk to Bolduc House Museum
• 10-minute walk to Mississippi River

Policies:

• Children welcome
• Long-term renters welcome
• No pets
• No onsite parties or group events
• Minimum stay: 1 night (may vary by season)

Nearby Attractions:

• Walking Distance: French Colonial house tours, downtown restaurants, Main Street shopping, Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park, Valle Catholic Church
• Short Drive: Wine country vineyards, Hawn State Park, outdoor recreation

Where Victorian Elegance Meets Modern Living

At Gabouri Place, 365 South Gabouri Street—where circa 1890 Victorian home received complete 2018 renovation preserving original wood flooring and architectural character while delivering updated kitchen and modern bathrooms, where 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths sleep 7 guests with main floor master suite, where gas fireplace warms living room and WiFi connects smart TVs, where private fenced yard with patio offers “cool evening” relaxation rare in downtown historic districts, where “just a block from historical walking tour” means Felix Vallé House and Bolduc House Museum and restaurants and shops all within walking blocks, where guests declare “best VRBO we have ever stayed at” and “exactly as described” and “this is your place.”

Book through VRBO. Seven guests. Victorian charm, modern comfort, downtown walkability.

The renovated heart of 1890.