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Terrace/patio
Game room
Private kitchen
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms5500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lubbock, TX
  • Texas Tech University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • United Supermarkets Arena
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • University Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lubbock, TX (LBB-Preston Smith Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lubbock

Located in Tech Terrace, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Texas Tech University and Vietnam Archives at Texas Tech. This vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Texas Tech University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • United Supermarkets Arena - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jones AT&T Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Buddy Holly Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • University Medical Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Preston Smith Intl. Airport (LBB) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chimy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech

Brand new to VRBO! Welcome to Golden Grace in Lubbock, Texas. Once the home of former Texas Governor Preston Smith, this 5,500 sq. ft. mansion is great for large families or groups. This phenomenal property boasts 5 bedrooms, including 4 king beds, 1 twin bed, and 2 queen beds, as well as a game room with an 8-person poker table and foosball table. Located directly across from the Texas Tech campus, guests will feel right at home. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like central heating & cooling, washer and dryer, an extremely large backyard with fish pond, games, books, smart TVs and WiFi. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at Golden Grace.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 3.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

Property manager

Eric Herm

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5,500 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Tech Terrace within a short 17-minute walk of United Supermarkets Arena and also 10 minutes on foot from Vietnam Archives at Texas Tech. You'll also find Buddy Holly Center and Jones AT&T Stadium within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

As of May 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech on May 5, 2025 start from $388.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Does Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs 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.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Preston Smith Intl. Airport (LBB), which is 10.7 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech.

Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana P., Las Cruces

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

My family stayed at this wonderful house for a couple of days. We were comfortable and it was a great location for us. Very nice house and easy communication with the property manager or owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place

Loved the house and the history, very spacious. Will stay again on way back from Colorado
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025