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The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House

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A rustic wooden building with a number '2650' on the door, a welcome mat, a bench, and a potted plant.
A rustic interior with a wooden floor, a vintage sofa, a wooden rocking chair, and a wall adorned with historical markers and movie posters.
Exterior
A rustic interior with wooden walls, a stone floor, a sofa, a wooden rocking chair, a coffee table, and a small cabinet.
A rustic room with a wooden ceiling, a table with chairs, a framed picture of a white horse, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Arcade/game room

    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Huntsville, TX
  • Place, Ravens Nest Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sam Houston State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sam Houston Memorial Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1 (The Sign Room)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (The Map Room)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House

Make yourself at home in one of the most unique and famous homes in all of Texas! The Cowboy Hat House, or "Hat House" as locals refer to it, is a one-of-a-kind, marvelous, 2-bedroom Huntsville getaway! Two queen bedrooms, living room, bathroom, game room, laundry room, and kitchen with all the essential amenities, this unique house is perfect for guests looking for a cool getaway.

Built by world renowned artist/builder Dan Phillips, and featured in Texas Highways, Texas Monthly, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Good Morning America, CNN and a multitude of other Texas, national, and international books, publications and tv shows!
Just a 1/2 mile off the I-45 and close to downtown, Huntsville's Cultural District, and Sam Houston State University!
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 12:00 PM

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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: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors

Please simply tidy up, gather used towels and place by washing machine, do dishes, gather and take out the trash and we'll do the rest!

Be sure to grab your cell phone chargers, stray socks, curling iron, etc., as well as food items. Feel free to leave any unopened beverages you don't want for the next guests!

Finally, please be sure to sign the guestbook, like us on Instagram, tell your friends, come again, and, most importantly, safe travels home!

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4302532vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Huntsville

Huntsville is home to this holiday home. Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Texas Prison Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ravens Nest Golf Club and Grand Pines Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum or Elliott T. Bowers Stadium. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
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Huntsville, TX

What's nearby

  • Ravens Nest Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Texas Prison Museum - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Sam Houston State University - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sam Houston Memorial Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lake Conroe - 27 min drive - 41.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sbarro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House?

As of 16 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House on 28 Sept 2026 start from £181, 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 at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House located?

Situated in Huntsville, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sam Houston State University, Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Old Main Memorial. Ravens Nest Golf Club and Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Joseph Agins

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