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Live in a Piece of History

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Pool
A living room with a grey sofa, white railing, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
Private kitchen
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, a dining area with a grey sofa, and a TV on a black stand.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to a balcony.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated hot tub, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Temple, TX
  • Place, Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Temple Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bell County Expo Center
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Live in a Piece of History

Live in a part of history in the converted carriage house on the estate of the Barclay-Bryan House. This upstairs apartment affords private accommodations close to Scott & White, VA hospital, Texas A&M Health Science Center and dining in downtown Temple. Easy access to all of Bell County and surrounding area (30 min. to Waco, 45 min. to north Austin). Finish your day and unwind by the pool.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Second floor with no gate, limit one toddler.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
There are laundry bags in the closets. You may leave your towels in there.
It is not necessary to strip the beds or make them. Our housekeeper will take care of everything.
Turn AC to 75. There is a large trash bin in the alley through the courtyard.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No swimming after 10 PM, spa ok. No unattended children at pool. Children that are not potty trained must wear a swim diaper. Swim at your own risk
No vaping

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3889276vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Temple

Temple is home to this holiday home. Western Hills Park and Crossroads Recreational Complex reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum and Mary Alice Marshall Performing Arts Center. Lion's Junction Family Water Park and Heritage Park are also worth visiting.
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Temple, TX

What's nearby

  • Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Temple Mall - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - 11 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Bell County Expo Center - 12 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Stillhouse Hollow Lake - 15 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Temple Station - 3 min drive
  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HTea0 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Old Jody's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Live in a Piece of History have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Live in a Piece of History pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Live in a Piece of History ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Live in a Piece of History ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Live in a Piece of History ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Live in a Piece of History located?

Situated in Temple, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and Neuroscience Institute. Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum and Ralph Sr. and Sunny Wilson Home are also within 3 miles (5 km). Temple Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Hosts were very responsive to any questions or needs we had. Pool and hot tub were great.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2026
We are glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms looked awesome! Very good hosts made everything so easy! Highly recommend! Pool and outside area was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place is very peaceful and very clean. The host was amazing helped when asked and communicated with us very nicely. It is a spot we would come back to! The pool and spa were amazing. The beds were very comfy and the rooms were very clean and put together nicely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great stay. Kids loved it and you couldn’t beat the welcome basket of snacks ans spirits. We are definitely staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Hope to see you soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about the property couldn’t be more perfect. We really did appreciate the snacks and wine. Owners were so kind and their communication skills was a 10/10. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was a total success the host was always very nice and welcoming.we had an awesome time.we enjoy the pool as much as possible.The house looked great and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was AMAZING! The hosts are AMAZING! All the little details from the hand written welcome note, to the snacks and the books about the history of this place were so unique and made us feel so special! The pool was gorgeous and this was overall one of our best experiences ever! We will definitely be back to this lovely place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The pool and hot tub were both easy to use and so enjoyable. The seating out was nice also and we always felt very secure and private. The owners also left us some snacks and drinks for our stay. Everything was well thought out and perfect for our weekend! We will definitely be returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely cottage on the grounds of a beautiful historic home. The hosts were so attentive to each and every detail. The property exceeded our expectations. It was a perfect home to meet up with and visit friends from out of town. Everything was clean. The artwork and decor was lovely. There were above and beyond thoughtful touches like snacks, extra coffee, and a bottle of wine. The historic books that included information about the home were also wonderful. The pool and hot tub were perfect! There are plenty of places to grab last minute items or a quick bite. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Relaxing Stay

We enjoyed our time! The property is gorgeous and the hosts were very kind and thoughtful to leave snacks and toiletries and the pool is stunning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter and Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool was so relaxing! Gift basket from the hosts was amazing! Furnishings were fantastic! Very enjoyable getaway for the two of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW D.

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

Fanily vacation

It is a fantastic property. The hosts are great and the kids loved the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurice G.

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

An Amazing Experience

My companions and I had a fantastic experience staying here! The pool was refreshing and the ambiance and amenities were outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

C J.

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

Family visit to Temple

Very comfortable and beautiful property. Fantastic hosts and a lot of small details taken care of that made the stay special. The pool and spa were great as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kay u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was amazing the owners were wonderful we enjoyed the extra snacks they provided. We felt very welcomed and wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla B.

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

Absolutely Amazing

We greatly enjoyed our stay. The house, pool, and outside area was even better than pictured. The owners were super sweet and easy to communicate with regarding any questions. We hope to get to stay there again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful place with thoughtful extra touches inside. The pool and hot tub area and plants were so nice and the hosts were very kind. We hope to go again soon!! Nice decor too...loved all the sparkle twisted glass peices. Bonus...yummy taco truck across the street. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Great place for a family

Perfect spot for our kids to cool off and relax after a long day in the sun playing baseball. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2024
Thank you. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brock M.

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

Such a nice place to stay

We loved the property and would stay here again such a cool place to enjoy with a huge yard for the kids. We would have loved to use the pool if Texas storms had the water cold we did put our feet in and relaxed awhile.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great first VRBO experience. The hosts set the bar very high. The location, accommodations, fresh fruit and snacks, communication, pretty much everything. Amazing hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful hidden gem! It was perfect for our mini family reunion. George was responsive and the dogs are great. The pool was a great place to unwind and relax. The extras in the house were very unexpected, from the drinks to the snacks I highly recommend this hidden gem. When we come back we will be staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

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

Family Vacay in Temple

The property was well maintained and clean. We felt very comfortable relaxing at the pool. We especially enjoyed sitting in the hot tub in the evening gazing at the stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcy B.

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

Great hosts

The property was nice and well maintained. The pool was amazing! The best part though was the thoughtfulness of the hosts. They really made us feel welcomed and taken care of!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough great things about this property and Roger, the host! First, it's gated and private. Next it is just a few minutes from anywhere you want to go. It is very clean and well maintained. The pool and hot tub were spectacular especially at night! Roger sent a text our second day that the hot tub was out of order but the pool is fine. A few hours later Roger came back from the hardware store with parts to fix the hot tub, which he did and it worked just fine. He could have very easily said it is out of order until the pool guy comes next week to fix it, but he didn't HE fixed it. That is caring about your guests experience. Thank you Roger! Overall we could not have asked for a better place to stay, especially for our grandkids. We will not stay anywhere else when we are in town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2026
Thank you for the kind words. We strive for unreasonable hospitality.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so clean, and the hospitality of the hosts was unmatched! They thought of every detail! Very comfortable stay! Our boys had a great time in the pool and hot tub! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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Hosted by Roger

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