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Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!

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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82440 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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Houston, Texas
  • Rice University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Houston Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houston

Located in South Central Houston, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Rice University and Westheimer Rd. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Rice University - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Houston Natural Science Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Houston Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • NRG Stadium - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,440 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 3 pets are allowed.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

480660

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in South Central Houston within a short 16-minute walk of Westheimer Rd and also 18 minutes on foot from Color Factory Houston. You'll also find Houston Zoo and NRG Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU), which is 13.6 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), which is located 25.8 mi away (33-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard!?

Yes, every accommodation at Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard! comes with a balcony.

Family-Friendly Houston Home w/ Private Backyard! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay!

We had a fantastic stay and cannot say enough great things about this house! We have never been to Houston and were worried about staying in a bad area while we dropped our son off at a camp. A friend recommended that we stay in this area, right around Rice, and they were absolutely correct - the location is perfect. The house was in a beautiful, quiet, and walkable neighborhood. We could walk to restaurants and walk our dogs. The house had more than enough room, was spotless, and had plenty of towels, kitchen items, and other essentials. There was even a beautiful backyard area, and we sat out every morning to have coffee. We want to thank the host for such a great trip, and we will definitely stay here again when we return to Houston!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koby W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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.

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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness

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 traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Randall M.

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

Nice stay, comfortable home

Nice Houston house, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ZenJen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

Quick stay

Very nice cozy space
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

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

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

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