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Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!

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Houston Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2.5BA | Bedrooms on 2nd Floor | 2,440 Sq Ft
Kitchen | 1st Floor | Complimentary Spices
Home Exterior | Keyless Entry
Living Area | 1st Floor | Smart TV
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8226.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Houston, Texas
  • Rice University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Houston Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (JGP-Greenway Plaza Heliport)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Upper Landing)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!

Walk to Houston Medical City | Dedicated Workspace | < 2 Mi to Light Rail

Located near the Texas Medical Center in the family-friendly Boulevard Oaks Historic District, this Central Houston retreat is idyllic for reconnecting with loved ones at a nearby college like the University of Houston or using it as a home base for work travel. With a lush backyard, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and a private balcony, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath vacation rental home leaves little to be desired.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Upper Landing: 1 full sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 crib, 1 twin air mattress

INDOOR LIVING
- 2 smart TVs
- Ceiling fans
- 2 walk-in closets
- Rain showerheads in bathrooms
- Contemporary decor

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Patio w/ adjustable pergola
- Balcony
- Dining area
- Custom lighting
- Garden & terrace
- Vertical green wall

KITCHEN
- Stove/oven
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Blender
- Drip/single-serve combo coffee maker
- Toaster
- Cooking basics, spices
- Dishware/flatware
- Dishwasher
- Garbage disposal
- Ice maker
- High chair

GENERAL
- Free WiFi (300 Mbps)
- Central heating & air conditioning
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent
- Air filter system, tankless hot water heaters
- Linens/towels
- Complimentary toiletries
- 2 hair dryers
- Beach chairs
- Iron/board
- Trash bags/paper towels

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home
- 1 step for entry
- Bedrooms on 2nd floor

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Fireplace (decorative only)
- Homeowner on-site (attached studio, separate entrance)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-7:00 AM)

PARKING
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served

-- THE LOCATION --

- Calm, safe, and convenient for family and business groups
- 1 mile to Rice University
- 1 mile to Levy Park
- 2 miles to Commons at Hermann Park (Space Adventure)
- 3 miles to Texas Medical Center
- 6 miles to the University of Houston
- 2 miles to Hermann Park Golf Course, Children's Museum Houston & Houston Zoo
- 4 miles to Discovery Green
- Within 5 miles of sports stadiums
- 28 miles to Space Center Houston
- 12 miles to William P. Hobby Airport
- 25 miles to George Bush Intercontinental Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 3 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- The fireplace is not available for guest use
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- While this 2-story home requires 1 step for entry, all of the bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor and require stairs
- The property owner lives on-site in an attached private studio apartment with a separate private entrance. The owner may be on the property during your stay. The door between the owner's unit and the guest's unit is a hotel-grade door that is locked on the guest's side
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front outdoor entry facing out, and 1 camera is on the front walkway facing the gate. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 3 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Houston

South Central Houston, a neighbourhood in Houston, is home to this holiday home. Memorial City Mall and CityCentre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Houston Zoo and Downtown Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at NRG Stadium or Toyota Center.
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Houston, Texas

What's nearby

  • Rice University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Houston Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Toyota Center - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • NRG Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Wheeler Station - 3 min drive
  • Houston Station - 16 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trill Burgers - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Tapatia - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Twin Peaks - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard! located?

This family-friendly Houston holiday home is located in South Central Houston, within 1 mi (2 km) of Westheimer Rd and Rice University. MD Anderson Cancer Center and Houston Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Koby W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We stayed here on a family trip to Houston to see all of the museums and the zoo. It was a great place to stay in a convenient location. Lots of great food options in the area as well. The sheets were soft and the home had everything we needed. The back patio was a nice spot to relax in the morning and evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family group stay
Good layout and well equipped kitchen. Nice garden but traffic noise from nearby major street and highway unfortunate. Otherwise, location is a dream.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat in a great location
We loved the house and lush backyard. We were able to walk to restaurants and museums. Made our visit to Houston very enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Nice home
It’s a really nice property. The owner lives in the front of the home. He wasn’t particularly welcoming to me when I arrived, extremely jet lagged. The air fresheners are also very strong and you can hear the owner coughing/hacking in the night time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and wonderful host
Thank you so much Sidney for the opportunity to stay at your lovely home! You are such a kind host and had a beautiful home with all the amenities for our Rice graduation celebration weekend. With ages 22-80 our family did really well. And thank you for your kindness in letting us have a late chrckout too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VRBO Rental
The home was generally clean and we were provided with plenty of towels and toiletries. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to stay for the week. The owner who lives on-site in garage apartment was friendly. However, the home had many plug in air fresheners so there was a very strong air freshener smell even when we unplugged the air fresheners. If you are at all sensitive to fragrances this is not the house for you! Even after leaving the home all of our clothes and luggage needed to be washed or aired out to remove the fragrance smell. There was also critters living in the attic. We saw a possum daily on the fence or window sills of the home and a racoon on the last day. Not sure which is living inside the house but would hear it moving around at night. We told the owner and he was not concerned and even mentioned how other guests love the possum.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Neighborhood
Came to Houston for Christmas to spend time with our son who attends Rice University. Easy walking distance to Rice University. Nice neighborhood. Wonderful cozy backyard. Many windows and light. Well stocked kitchen. We had a wonderful Christmas. Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful location conveniently located
We came to Houston for a medical procedure. I was accompanied by my husband, sister, and adult daughter. We had enough space to spread out and be comfortable, but also come together and make some meals. The home is well equipped for cooking but close enough to restaurants for eating out. We enjoyed watching movies, relaxing, and sitting outside in the backyard area. The host has constructed a beautiful plant wall like I’ve never seen before. Perfect for quiet meditation moments.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Great House, Great Location
We loved everything about this home. Great location, comfy beds, plenty of towels, kitchen is fully stocked, amazing backyard. We did not have any issues at all and look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Randall M.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Appearances can be deceptive
We had lived and worked in the neighborhood for many years so accepted the substantial owner's fee as necessary for a nice house in a good location. Our actual experience was very disappointing. Ease of access to the one off-street parking space was made difficult by an apparently underivable car permanently parked, hood up, and loaded with junk occupying much of the narrow driveway. The access gate with key-pad appeared ordinary but the actual locking mechanism was unnecessarily complex. Pictures and initial impression of the interior were of a nicely designed and decorated house, but when we actually made use of the facilities we encountered a repetition of unnecessary complexity and/or poor quality. Examples are: a large pile of blankets and linens heaped upon the sofa on the upstairs landing-not in our way but why were they there? Digital thermostats with no instructions how to operate that had been left in system-off mode despite our scheduled arrival and a cold winter storm. There was also a very nice TV that looked great hanging on the wall, but try to figure out how to access desired programing without instructions and once figured out proved to be the cheapest selection of programing we had ever encountered. There were multiple types and locations of lights and switches, inside and out with dimmers and instruction about what we were expected to do but not how to do it. While we have encountered examples of these challenges previously, it was never all at once.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jussi S., Madison, WI USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay, comfortable home
Nice Houston house, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ZenJen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don’t do it justice
First visit to Houston for Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour. This location can not be beat! Beautiful and quiet neighborhood. I would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Great home with a spacious layout. Perfect stay for our family of 6. I would highly recommend and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great Stay in Houston
Our stay here for ~10 days with my wife, her mother and our 20 month old son was perfect. The place was excellent for our needs and exactly as shown in the pictures. The small backyard was beautiful and tranquil & the neighborhood was extremely walkable with lots of small parks close by for our son to play. The owner was extremely personable and helpful, providing us with information of the area. Put this rental on your short list of places to stay while in Houston.
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10/10 Excellent

Teddy

Great House
Great location. Everything labeled and well appointed. Would highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental
This is the second time we stayed in this property, excellent as always, very nice, clean and quiet neighborhood, close to supermarkets, shops and restaurants. The house is well kept, with all the possible amenities you can think off, beautiful garden, including the vertical garden!!! Will definitely return to this place when we go back to Houston.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Super property. Well organized and very private. Pleasant place to be and very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick stay
Very nice cozy space
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful weekend stay
The house was clean and organized. It had lots of space and the neighborhood was safe. It was located near lots of restaurants and points of interests including 10 minutes for NRG stadium and the zoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We traveled for medical purposes. This home was very comfortable and the neighborhood was lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Our family was very comfortable and happy at this home while we visited our daughter who is studying at the Med Center. Worked out well for our elderly dog also. The home is nicely decorated and the kitchen is great! The neighborhood is charming, quiet, and has a safe feel. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Excellent location, well furnished and clean, comfortable for our family, would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We had a great stay. We needed something close to Rice University and this house was great. The house is very nice and spacious with lots of windows, beautiful plants and back patio and o enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

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