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Little house on the Christmas tree

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Lone Star (right) & Bluebonnet at Holiday Acres
Your peaceful place for coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening.
A/C & heat keeps Lone Star comfy at all times
The kitchen is stocked with everything you need
The bed pulls out from under the kitchen floor

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Manvel, TX
  • Place, Wake Nation Houston
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Marguerite Rogers House Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pearland Town Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Little house on the Christmas tree

Lone Star is a rustic tiny house sitting on the banks of a pond at Holiday Acres Christmas Tree Farm. It's great for a romantic getaway, a writing retreat, or for a unique place to stay when visiting or working in the Manvel area. Tiny house enthusiasts will enjoy trying out tiny living at Lone Star!

Holiday Acres is only 25 miles south of downtown Houston. While you're here, you can take walks through the Christmas trees, build a fire in the fire pit, throw a line in the pond to catch some fish, or just chill on the porch and enjoy the scenery.

The kitchen is set up with a toaster oven, hot plate, microwave, and fridge. There are pots, pans, dishes, and everything you'll need to prepare meals for 2. The bed slides out of sight under the kitchen, with the foot of the bed doubling as your sofa. No need to climb up into a loft.

Dogs are welcome at Holiday Acres! They'll need to be on a leash outdoors and crated if you need to leave them inside when you go out. Sorry, no cats or other pets.

Along with a DVR, antenna smart TV with local stations is provided. Wi-Fi is provided and you can login to your streaming streaming services on the TV.

Next door to Lone Star is Bluebonnet, a cottage-style tiny house which sleeps 4. Both houses may be rented if you are traveling with a larger group.

The hosts live on the property about 100 yards from the tiny houses. They will greet you and get you settled in, then will leave you to enjoy your vacation. They are happy to help if you have any needs during your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
There is no room for air mattress or bed
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Events

No events allowed
No visitors other than registered guests.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs are welcome!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Allowed outside, but not on porch!
NO swimming in the pond.
A separate venue fee applies and reservations are required to use the farm as a photo session venue. Inquire with owner for more info.
No mail or package deliveries are permitted. For food delivery, you must meet delivery person at gate to the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1088987
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
Note from host: No visitors other than registered guests.
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

About the neighborhood

Manvel

Located in Manvel, this cottage is in a rural area. Independence Park and Cinemark Pearland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Resoft County Park and Wake Nation Houston. Bayou Wildlife Zoo and Best Shot Range are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching.
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Manvel, TX

What's nearby

  • Wake Nation Houston - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Marguerite Rogers House Museum - 10 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Resoft County Park - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Alvin Community College - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Pearland Town Center - 13 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Kinder Station - 30 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Weekley’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Horn Bbq - Manvel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Manvel Nutrition - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Los Panchitos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little house on the Christmas tree pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Little house on the Christmas tree?

As of May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little house on the Christmas tree on Jul 1, 2026 start from $71, including 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little house on the Christmas tree?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little house on the Christmas tree?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little house on the Christmas tree located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Marguerite Rogers House Museum, Resoft County Park, and Wake Nation Houston. Alvin Community College and Independence Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

10/10 Excellent

Terry And Mark C.

Truely one of a kind!!!

A tiny house on a Christmas Tree Farm!!! Everything was perfect!!! We loved the sound of the water on the pond, the easy drive and the whole experience of a tiny house. We will definitely do it again!! And if we’re in this area, stay here once again. We were actually talking about coming back around Christmas time and volunteering to work on the farm just for bragging rights to say we worked on a Christmas a tree farm!! Thanks so much!!!! M&T
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

orion b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Scenic little cabin. Quiet and peaceful. No complaints
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Peaceful. You will not find a better more caring owner. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

DeMarcus J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An overall fair experience!

My only qualm would be that I had nightly 6-legged and 8-legged visitors before bed, I don’t know what hole needs to be plugged up by the futon window but I think that’s where they’re coming from! From ants to spiders to roaches it was tough trying to sleep peacefully without worrying about them crawling on me! An ant bit me the first night! The shower also has a sewage smell whenever it’s *not* being used, so maybe look into that as well! Overall this experience has been one for the books, I wouldn’t trade it for anything, and it helped me set out what I aimed to do! I can’t wait to have another trip like this again now that I know what to expect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tiny house @ Holiday Acres

Property owner didn’t realize that I had booked the property so we had to wait about 30min to check in. So we browsed the property and took a look at the other tiny house, The Bluebonnet House. Leigh Ann (owner) was kind, gracious, and on-site without being intrusive. Rocky (Leigh Ann’s husband/owner) and the staff were fixing a gate one day and were also pleasant. Nice Christmas Tree Farm for family fun and events. Thanks Leigh Ann & Rocky!
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay with the pups

Came from Houston to get out of the city for a bit.. It was perfect!! Fire pit was a pleasure, the house was cute and cozy. I'm glad I was able to stay here. The owners are great and Rocky was super helpful throughout our stay. Will def. visit again! ❤️
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tiny house- it’s tiny, but very clean and comfortable.

Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short but sweet visit

We had a nice time at the tiny home. Unfortunately, a massive winter storm led to our early departure. Perfect place for an individual or couple seeking peace & quiet.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Perfect getaway that includes your pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility at its best...

This place is ideal for the country experience and still close to city conveniences... the host (leigh Ann) is great to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway

This was great little getaway from Houston! The tiny house was perfect. It had everything we needed. We loved walking the property and siting by the pond. So relaxing! It was the perfect three day getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise does exist!

My husband has been ill for 8 months. We have been in a hospital off and on for 5 of those 8 months. Usually I would sleep in his room. This hospital stay I desperately needed rest. I did not want to stay in a hotel. First, they are horribly expensive and usually not as clean as I would like. The Lone Star tiny house was amazing! Clean, comfortable, peaceful and safe. Leigh Ann and Rocky were wonderful! The pond and fountain was wonderful while sitting on front porch drinking my coffee. The little kitchen had everything I needed. The price was amazing. Can’t say enough about my stay! It was the best ever! (Very easy commute to and from medical center)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Visit

Our stay here was great! Leigh Ann was easy to contact and very accommodating. Quaint little house on the edge of a pond with a water fountain. Morning coffee on the porch and s’mores with the grandkids one evening at the fire pit. Awesome!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nava C.

Perfect!

I stayed at the Tiny House while I was in town for work. The house was perfect for my needs, fair price, and the owners were friendly and very accommodating.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2020
Thank you so much, Nava! It was a delight having you as our guest. We would be happy to host you again any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Leigh Ann Smith

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Hi, we're Rocky and Leigh Ann! We operate Holiday Acres, a choose & cut Christmas tree farm. Rocky's day job is as an engineer at NASA, and Leigh Ann is the farm's office manager. We love nothing more than sharing our piece of God's creation with others. When we're not running the farm or welcoming guests to our 2 tiny houses, we enjoy visits with our grandchildren and participating in the life of our church.

Why they chose this property

Though raised in the city, we always wanted to live in the country. In 1999, when we first visited this property, there was a peace about it that you could just feel when you walked in the gate. Originally a dairy farm, there is a grain silo built in 1905 and an old metal barn. We loved it. So, we built our house here and raised our children and our trees.

We decided to grow Christmas trees because it would be easy. Ha! Live and learn. Twice a year, Rocky has to shear about 8,000 trees. Planting, mowing, weed control, and all the rest keeps Rocky very busy most of the time. Then comes Christmas season, and things really start hopping around here! The Christmas tree farm is choose & cut, so we are able to welcome many families as they come to cut their own tree and make a sweet family memory.

When we started out growing Christmas trees, we never imagined doing anything more than that with our property, but over time we began making the farm available as a photo venue, then we added the 2 tiny houses as vacation rentals, and now we are adding to and upgrading our facilities to be able to operate as an event venue.

Come stay with us and you'll see why we love it so much!

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