BEAR + STONE HOME

 

Shannon Birke is the proprietor and host of the pied à terre and garden. She is also the owner of Bear and Stone Home, a dealer of vintage furniture and home decor. Shannon is an artistic soul. Her passion for art, architecture, and design is on display in the living space and accompanying garden. Shannon’s green thumb stems from a lifetime of horticultural pursuits inherited from her father.  A prodigious cook, her talents for preparing a variety of cuisines frequently makes her the desired host for her circle of friends and family. Shannon’s other great loves are her two dogs, Gary and Winston, the namesakes for both her company and this property.

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the pied à terre & garden

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​Built in 1908 in the boom following St. Louis’ joint hosting of the 1904 World’s Fair and the Olympic Games, this historic property showcases the original architecture of the period. The pied à terre is the first floor flat that boasts a spacious 1500 square feet, with two bedrooms and one bathroom for a maximum occupancy of four adults. Come experience a charming bath in the original claw foot tub and surround yourself with vintage and antique furnishings. The kitchen opens to a Mediterranean-inspired garden accentuated by raised flower beds teeming with a multitude of different herbs and edible flowers with which to cook. Prepare your meal in the amply provisioned kitchen or bask in the open air with the outdoor kitchen. Savor your sumptuous feast in one of a plethora of dining areas. Relax with a mug of local coffee or a glass of wine at one of the seating areas or by a crackling fire. The garden is a shared space with the hosts and their two four-legged friends.

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the neighborhood

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The property is situated in the heart of Tower Grove, in the historic Tower Grove Heights neighborhood. Nestled just a few blocks away from the picturesque Tower Grove Park, and just steps away from the vibrant South Grand District. Adjacent to the Missouri Botanical Garden, a National Historic Landmark and one of the oldest and largest botanical gardens in the United States. It’s minutes from other neighborhoods like The Hill, Shaw, The Grove, Midtown, Benton Park, Lafeyette Square, Soulard, and Downtown which are just to name a few. Its prime location offers a relaxing setting from the bustling city, while still being near the best restaurants, shops, entertainment, and attractions.