Sunset Motel

427 Highway AT, Villa Ridge, MO
Phone:

East < GO > West

Some sources say the Lovelace family built the 12-unit Sunset Motel in 1945. Other sources say it was built in the early 50s. The Lemmons mentioned on the postcard below became the owners at some point, but when? Each unit had two doors, one opening to the lawn and the other to the parking lot behind the building. The sign is one of the must stop photo opportunities for many Route 66 travelers.

GPS: 38.464412,-90.869227

In 2009 the building was reroofed and the wonderful neon sign relit with the help of a grant from the Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program and funds invested by the building owner.

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Vintage Advertising Highlights

SUNSET MOTEL
12 Units - 12 Baths
Panel Ray Heat - Beauty Rest Mattresses
--- Quiet ---
38 Miles West of St. Louis, MO
U.S. Hwys. 66 - 50
Mr. & Mrs. Harry L. Lemmons, Owners

NOTE: Apparently the main amenity here was that the place was quiet. That's probably because it is set back from the road.
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Photo(s): 2012