Welcome to Dardenne Prairie & Cottleville
Ample beauty abounds in this up-and-coming St. Charles County region.
Ideally located in Missouri’s historic St. Charles County and a short drive away from the great city of St. Louis, Dardenne Prairie & Cottleville are quickly earning a distinction as one of the most sought-after places to live in the area. New housing communities continue to surface in this verdant district, where over 125 acres of parks and trails run through the beautifully-planned community.
Yet the enclave has retained its quaint and idyllic allure, which gives the intimate hamlet a great deal of charm. The fashionable suburb, founded by Captain Warren G. Cottle, is also one of the oldest settlements in the state but now flourishes with an ideal mix of historical venues and trendy bars, shops, wine gardens, and restaurants.
What to Love
- A high concentration of parks and trail systems
- Home to some of the grandest estates in Missouri
- A wholly picturesque setting
- Proximity to downtown St. Charles
- Approximately a half hour away from St. Louis
Local Lifestyle
Cottleville & Dardenne Prairie are the perfect marriage between country and city, historical and contemporary. As such, it holds a special appeal for those who want to be near the action and amenities of a world-class city but live in peace and quiet. This is the sort of place where you’re just as likely to run into your friends, neighbors, and colleagues at a wine or beer garden as you are on a hiking trail. The community as a whole often gathers for holiday events, art shows, and music festivals.
Dining, Shopping & Entertainment
This exclusive suburb offers an excellent mix of high-end eateries and casual venues to satisfy a wide range of moods, preferences, and cravings, and nearly every restaurant and tavern in the region has a one-of-a-kind, inviting ambiance.
At Madison’s Cafe, locals savor an array of Italian dishes, like seafood bisque and chicken oreganato, in a warm, welcoming setting.
Shopping in Cottleville & Dardenne Prairie and the nearby cities of St. Charles and St. Louis is also delightful. The White Hare, for one, is an irresistible spot for finding unique home decor, including gorgeous furnishings, elegant pottery, and rustic-chic candlesticks. For the ultimate experience in upscale shopping, residents also take a quick drive to Plaza Frontenac to browse fashions by renowned retailers ranging from Gucci to Fendi.
Things to Do
Given the suburb’s proximity to Missouri’s historic wine country, it ought to come as no surprise that residents here relish afternoons and evenings out at Cottleville Wine Seller. Between its prime location in the center of Cottleville, its 200-plus labels of venerated wines, and its sublime selection of rare and bold beers, it’s the perfect place to enjoy time with friends.
Frankie Martin’s Garden also crystallizes the region’s liveliness. Featuring more than 200 types of whiskey, a vast selection of beers and wines, and food trucks helmed by local chefs, it’s quickly become the place to eat, play, and socialize in the city.
The county’s thriving arts and cultural scene are also enjoyed at the area’s two most popular event spaces, the district’s Rotary Club Amphitheater and Piazza Messina, where visitors and residents can experience everything from films to concerts.
Schools
Children in Cottleville & Dardenne Prairie are mostly served under the Francis Howell School District. Some of the leading schools in the area include:
