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Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease

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A spacious room with large windows, a dining area with wooden furniture, and a cozy seating area with cushions.
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A spacious library with high ceilings and exposed beams, featuring a central reading area with a round table and bookshelves filled with books.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a desk. It features large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with a sink, and a view of trees through the windows.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Washington, TX
  • Place, Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Star of the Republic Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hillside Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space.
Get away from it all and immerse yourself in nature from the comfort of a distinctive modernist home, where floor-to-ceiling windows and soaring ceilings bring the outdoors in, affording endless views across the rolling landscape of fields, woodlands, and wildlife.

Greet sunrise from the expansive bedroom with two luxe queen-sized tempurpedic beds, one with massage functions. Unwind in the spa-like ambiance, with two bathrooms separated by a unique, open double shower featuring multiple jets and hand-held shower heads. Luxuriate alone or with your partner in the deep, two-person tub with jets.

Enjoy meals at the large handmade table in the spacious, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room. Begin your day with eggs fresh from the chicken coop. The chef’s kitchen is fully equipped and generously provisioned with beyond-basic cooking essentials.

A large, cushy sectional sofa beckons for reading and conversation, but don’t feel surprised if you fall into a dreamy nap. Or kick back on the deck, shaded by live oaks. Count the variety of birds flying by or stopping at the feeders. The resident deer tends to wander by every afternoon; you can feed her by hand if you like.

While most guests come to unwind, unplug, and recharge, the library does have a television set with access to the internet through your phone, numerous vintage dvds and cds, and a fabulous collection of books. WE HAVE NO WI-FI. UNPLUG, RELAX, and INTERACT with NATURE and EACH OTHER.

Hidden Gem encompasses 30 acres. Explore the rolling landscape on rustic trails mowed through woods and fields, along streams and ponds. Marvel at the architectural follies and large-scale sculptures strewn across the land. Stroll through our extensive gardens.

There are four private homes spread across on the property, each with their own acreage. Your guesthouse is set away from the others in a private glade. You’ll be left to enjoy your own space, but your hosts will be on call should you need assistance with anything.

Hidden Gem is the perfect place to put away your devices, disconnect, and recharge your mind. Cell phone and internet access is very weak to non-existent at the guest house.

The nearest town, historic Navasota, is about 8 miles away; there you’ll find a supermarket, several restaurants, and some shops. The larger town of Brenham—Washington’s county seat—has more stores and restaurants. Texas A&M in College Station is 23 miles away. The antique wonderland of Round Top is only 43 miles away. Also nearby is Santa's Wonderland (22 miles) and the Texas Renaissance Festival (29 miles).

We are dog-friendly; feel free to bring your house-trained dog to stay with you. Please protect our wildlife.There’s also a large, shaded pen so Fido can safely enjoy being outdoors. Several large, friendly dogs live here, and you might cross paths with them as you explore the property.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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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 and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please put used white towels in the tub. Put black makeup cloths in the sink (They bleed black onto the towels)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3895998vb
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 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

Washington

Located in Washington, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Horlock History Center and Chappell Hill Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Windy Winery and Legendary Oaks Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at George P. Mitchell Tennis Center or Olsen Field. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Washington, TX

What's nearby

  • Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Star of the Republic Museum - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Horlock History Center - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Hillside Park - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Santa's Wonderland - 31 min drive - 39.4 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildflyer Mead & Beer - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Carroll's Giant Burger - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Garage Burger Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rail & Rye - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Bizcocho Feliz Bakery - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Horlock History Center and Hillside Park. Antique Rose Emporium and Baylor University State Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

About the host

Hosted by Hillary Loring

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This beautiful house was empty and needed some life in it. Each guest is unique and interesting, adding a new perspective on the property.

What makes this property unique

This property has been a plantation, a freedom colony, a crafts school, and an early organic gardening school. The beautiful and diverse plant community here is a result of not being grazed since 1970.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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