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Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a laptop, and a grill.
A large, cylindrical glass greenhouse with a reflective interior, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a chandelier, a nightstand with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.
A spacious living room with a large window, a fireplace, a leather sofa, a coffee table with a laptop, and a painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a large window offering a view of trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rice University
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Houston, TX
  • Place, Houston Museum of Fine Arts
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hermann Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Rice University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury

Tasteful elegance and charm at every turn in this truly healing environment in the heart of the Museum District. This excellent location is within walking distance to the best Houston has to offer including the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA), the Contemporary Art Museum (CAM), Hermann Park, Butterfly Museum, Planetarium, restaurants, and music venues. It is 1.5 Miles to the Texas Medical Center and a few blocks to the Metro Rail. It is a perfect property for business travel or an urban getaway.

The space is a multi-level open design that is rich with old world and modern day luxury and comfort. Guests often comment that the unique lighting, furniture, and art have inspired them in unexpected ways and has spawned new ideas and creativity. The three distinct sitting/dining areas can be used for personal space, business meetings, or intimate gatherings. Each bedroom has an outside feature as well as a large deck off the living room. Wood burning fireplaces in the master bedroom and living room create warmth and ambiance.

It has a large wood deck shaded by huge oak tree and a fenced in gated dog run at the street level.

This property is in a safe and beautiful neighborhood with great neighbors and is ideal for long stays.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
It has 3 levels,stairs would need to be considered
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet breed/weight needs approval/$150 per pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 807463vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Houston

Located in Houston, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 Toyota Center or Reliant Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Houston, TX

What's nearby

  • Houston Museum of Fine Arts - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hermann Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rice University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Houston Natural Science Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Houston Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Museum District Station - 8 min walk
  • M. D. Anderson Station - 15 min walk
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pit Room - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bodegas Taco Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fia’s Pizzeria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Candente - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Hole Coffee House - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Museum District Home - Perfect Combination of Old World Elegance & Modern Luxury located?

Located in South Central Houston, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Houston Museum of Fine Arts and Rice University. MD Anderson Cancer Center and George R. Brown Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km). Museum District Station is 8 minutes by foot and Hermann Park/Rice U Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Houston Stay

Terrific location and host.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home and stay!

We stayed in this home while our son received medical treatment. The hosts were welcoming, informative and generous. The house is lovely and comfortable. It is located close to the museums and central to most things. The house is clean, and the neighborhood is safe. The neighbors were kind and friendly as well. We will definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything and more

We needed a place to stay for a month while my wife recovered from cancer treatment. Everything was perfect about this place. The owner was kind and very responsive. The neighborhood was perfect location with parks and museums close by. It was the perfect place to heal, relax and recover. Being three levels it has lots of stairs which actually assisted in her recovery and kept us all in shape. We need to return again in the months ahead for a couple of weeks for follow up treatment and plan to stay here again. This place is everything and more.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Apr 2024
Paul, thank you for your kind words and for being such a great guest! I look forward to you staying again. Shelly
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house & wonderful location!

Such a beautiful home! We stayed here for a couple months while my father received treatment at MD Anderson. Very spacious and a perfect location for family to come and visit during our stay. Having the museums and zoo within walking distance was perfect! So much to see and do while also being able to relax and rest. Home is also close to some pretty descent restaurants. Beds were very comfortable, high end appliances and furniture. The attached garage and front deck was also a great bonus! Neighborhood is lovely and pretty quiet, neighbors were also very friendly. Shelly & Jennifer were so helpful any time we needed anything! Very responsive! They went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice house in a great area

This is a great house in the museum district of Houston. The street is quiet and the neighborhood is gorgeous. MFA, MNS, CAM, Cullen Sculpture Garden (with the Bean), Hermann Park, and McGovern Centennial Park are all in walking distance (furthest is .8miles away). You can take a short ride by car to the zoo or the Children’s Museum. The Medical Center is just a hop, skip and a jump away. Incredible shopping area in Rice Village or travel over to the galleria. So many wonderful culinary experiences around this abode as well. Working with Shelly & Jen has been super simple and they are great with communication. A wonderful house (and owner) for any 30+days stay!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Back to Houston

Our second time at this lovely townhome. The place is so clean and elegantly appointed while still feeling cozy. It is set in a lovely, convenient and friendly neighborhood. The outside patio spaces are amazing. It feels like our own home away from home. Additionally, the owner is sweet and accommodating and easy to reach. We love Bartlett! ❤️
Stayed 38 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and lovely home

We enjoyed our stay at the Owls Nest. It was fully stocked with everything we needed and more. It was comfortable for us and our adult daughter. Lovely area to walk or ride bikes. Great outdoor patio shaded by a beautiful tree. Would recommend to friends and family!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unexpected Houston Vacation

The property is beautiful and very convenient to many parts of Houston. It is located in a quiet, attractive neighborhood. The owner is easily reachable and is both cheerful and informative. We didn’t want for anything other than our own groceries. We felt comfortable from day one!
Stayed 41 nights in May 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Simply superb, all round

At the outset, we were a little worried as this place was almost exactly what we wanted but only accepted longer-term stays (and we wanted 13 nights). Shelly and Laura, however, were very accommodating and the booking was smoothly and easily handled, even from the UK. We arrived fairly late into the evening and the hosts had provided essential supplies to welcome us, and had even let our friend (a local who lives just around the corner) collect the keys for us. The management and service we received were first-rate throughout the entire process and I cannot fault it. Every question, concern or query was answered promptly, accurately and with the minimum of fuss. We only got to meet Laura once at the end of our stay, but she was lovely and I cannot praise her enough. As for the property itself, the pictures accurately represent the quirky layout, I think - and it is as good as it looks. In addition to what you see here are a large garage (which just fit our rental minivan), a utility room with washer/dryer, a sizeable front deck (with a gas grill), and two communal pools to the rear, secured and privately shared among the block. We found the latter to be quiet almost every day and a real boon for the kids. In the kitchen, there are lots of utensils, crockery, glassware, cutlery, and cooking pots of all shapes. There are the requisite huge oven, microwave, oven, hob and fridge/freezer, and every electrical gadget you could want. My favourite morning routine was grinding fresh coffee beans and filling up the machine for 4 cups to kick off my day. The bedrooms offer ample space, with large closets and furniture. The antiques, objets d'art, and pictures that adorn walls and shelves are very tasteful, making the place feel like home rather than a temporary pied à terre. If this is the right location for you, among museums, the zoo, parks and the medical center, don't hesitate to book. I guarantee you won't be disappointed. And don't miss the boutique shops of Rice Village, by the way - so many hidden gems.

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