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Escape to Missouri's Most Storied Setting

FOR EXCEPTIONAL EVENTS & UNFORGETTABLE STAYS

Nestled on acres of scenic rolling hills near the Missouri River, The Inns at St. Albans offers warm hospitality in a magnificent, historic setting. An inviting destination for overnight stays, outdoor weddings, corporate meetings, dining events and private parties, we welcome you and yours to gather, retreat and celebrate amidst our pastoral surroundings. 

Once considered America’s western frontier, this land was first charted by Lewis and Clark. Three historic properties anchor The Inns at St. Albans. Old Barn Inn was originally built as a barn in 1840. Today it operates as an intimate indoor dining and outdoor event venue. The Studio Inn was built by renowned architect, Theodore Link, the designer of St. Louis Union Station. In the early 1900s, the estate served as the summer home of Irene Walter Johnson, wife of Oscar Johnson, co-founder of the International Shoe Company. Guests can now indulge in overnight stays and open-air celebrations at the Studio Inn. A staple of the St. Albans community since its establishment in 1892, Head’s Store continues its tradition of offering sustenance and a gathering space for our community. 

The stories here abound. Come create your own.

INTERNAIONAL CHOUX CO.

The International Choux Co. – the cooking school of The Inns at St. Albans offers two types of CookINN classes throughout the year:

  • Casual instructional experiences featuring cooking demonstrations, signature cocktails and great shopping
  • Immersive weekend culinary instructional camps led by nationally acclaimed cooks, bakers, food professionals and best-selling authors
See CookINN and HappenINNS Schedule

Amenities:

  • Old Barn Inn
  • The Studio Inn
  • Head’s Store restaurant
  • The Lodge
  • St. Albans Lake
  • Hiking Trails
  • Gardens
  • Outdoor Pavilions & Patios
  • Tiered Grass Landscape
  • Waterfall Ceremony Site
  • Studio Hill Vineyard
  • Cottage and Whole-Home Accommodations
  • WiFi
  • Lakeside Playground

What They're Saying

ABOUT THE INNS AT ST. ALBANS

I just wanted to say again how wonderful our wedding was on Saturday night. We have heard from many of the guests, some who have told us it was the best wedding they've ever been to. I know the Bride and Groom enjoyed themselves and from the dancing, I'd say the guests did as well.

Ruth J.2019

My sister and I traveled to St Albans to take a cooking class. The cooking class was really fun and well organized. It was well paced...a good mixture of learning and leisure. We did learn a lot but still had fun. Hospitality was second to none...the owners and staff really wanted to take care of us. I am already planning my next trip back!

C. SoozgoCulinary Camp Guest

We went hiking today to soak in some of the beauty of fall in the Missouri countryside, and stopped at The Head Store for lunch. This cafe is located in an original 1892 store, the current owners have done a great job in restoration.

Head's Store Guest

We stayed at the cottages at Old Barn on Easter weekend to celebrate our 41st anniversary. The properties are beautiful, meticulously tended, extremely clean and simply beautiful. The [Head's Store] breakfast is a must! We will be back and have already referred to friends and family.

Christine W.Old Barn Inn Cottages

Connect With Us

Join us for our first Porch Party under the new Pavilion. Tomorrow from 5:30pm-8:30pm. great food, live music, and cocktails.
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It’s COMPLETE!!! And we can’t wait for you to see our newest venue!!! The stunning new Pavilion at The Studio of St.Albans. Perfect for family reunions, BBQ celebrations, outdoor parties and so much more! We invite you to see this new venue for yourself this Saturday at our very first Porch Party. We will be celebrating right under the Pavilion this Saturday night from 5:30 to 8:30. There will be fabulous food with a limited head store menu and beer, wine and cocktail options. Best of all, enjoy the beauty of St.Albans with live Bluegrass music. It’s a night that can’t be missed. See you Saturday!
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We can watch this montage of photos, from one of our happy couples, over and over. Thank you @lizmaries11 for celebrating your special day with us.
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It’s a BEAUTIFUL day!! HEADS STORE IS OPEN FROM 9am-2pm TODAY! Stop in and see us, enjoy a delicious meal, and maybe do a bit of shopping! @the_tended_nest
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HEADS STORE IS OPEN FROM 9:00-2:00pm TODAY!! Stop in for a delicious meal and enjoy the beautiful scenery! There are just a few tickets left at our Mother’s Day weekend festivities. “Celebrating Mom’s Luncheon” on May 11th only has 4 tickets left!!! Mother’s Day in the Garden has SOLD OUT all time slots EXCEPT for 2:00PM. Make your reservations soon!
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We love to see what other incredibly creative St.Louis wedding vendors create on our property for their brides. Here is a stunning arch created by @petalpushersstl. Their stunning work, coupled with our gorgeous ceremony venue and views of our vineyard, made for an unforgettable ceremony. Stop by our website to learn more about celebrating your special day at one of our properties.

https://innsatstalbans.com/weddings/
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Shower mom with LOVE this Mother’s Day! Two fabulous events are taking place at The Inns at St.Albans. Celebrating Mom in the Garden and Mother’s Day Luncheon. Make your reservations today.

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HEADS STORE IS OPEN TODAY 9-2!! Stop by and enjoy breakfast or lunch on this beautiful day!! And don’t forget to sign up for our Mother’s Day weekend class “Thyme is of the Essence” Container Gardening Class and Lunch.

https://innsatstalbans.com/events/cookinn-class-thyme-is-of-the-essence/
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Our wedding venues are a favorite with all the members of the wedding party 🐶 . Stop by our web site and learn more about celebrating your special day at one of our beautiful properties!!! Thank you @julianoackphotography for the beautiful photo!
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HEADS STORE IS OPEN!!! WE’RE OPEN FROM 9-2 TODAY! It’s a beautiful sunny day! The perfect day to stop in for breakfast or lunch at Head’s Store! ...

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We had such a great time at our French Cooking class last week! Rachel and Chef Ted showed us some fun ways to elevate our cooking skills. Don’t forget to sign up for our next cooking demonstration classes including the newly added classes for Chef Anna’s Culinary Camp.
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We love how @theyoungsphoto captured all these beautiful moments of this lovely couple’s special day.
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Come learn or finesse your container gardening skills with a hands-on class at International Choux Co. on Friday, May 10. The fun involves assembly of two containers of assorted herbs while sipping on a signature mocktail. Lunch at Head’s Store is also included in the ticket price.

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Looking for a great way to spend the weekend in St.Albans? INN THE KITCHEN WITH CHEF ANNA Culinary Camp is the perfect event to do just that!!!

Join award-winning Chef Anna on a culinary journey through the Ozarks. The weekend includes sessions on foraging and cooking with plants found in the wild. Gain an appreciation for the food and culture of the Ozark region and grow your kitchen skills in the process. Stop by our website for the full schedule and we have also opened up some classes for individual reservations in case you can’t spend the weekend with us. Very limited spots SO MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!!!

https://innsatstalbans.com/events/culinary-camp-with-chef-anna-2024/
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