Secret Garden-Near Downtown Houston-Private Entry

Please tell us about yourself and your stay when you inquire. This is our home, and we want to get to know the people who will be staying.

This listing is a spacious private room with your own private entrance off a secret garden. Relax to the sound of a waterfall and enjoy the serenity of the 14-foot stream with fish and turtles. You will hardly believe you are right in the middle of the city. Downtown Houston—8 miles Medical Center —8-12 miles

Enjoy relaxing by the pond. Free off-street parking.
Many can't believe that the secret garden is in the middle of Houston. You can not see it from the road, and when you find that your bedroom door opens to the center of it, you will be delighted. Is there magic here? Children believe it is magical. Adults take a deep breath and linger at the pond, commenting about how peaceful they feel.

It is a private room and has no kitchen access. There is a fridge and microwave in the room, and many restaurants are close by, including Asian, Mexican, Starbucks, BBQ, and Subway, some within walking distance.

I live and work on the premises, so if you need anything or have a question, I'm usually here. Your entrance is private with no access to my home. Come and go as you like. I work in the back building.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND
If you like, and I am available, I can give you a tour of my monumental sculpture of Alice in Wonderland's Mad Hatter tea party. The sculpture is located in Houston, in Evelyn's Park. There is no charge for this, though I'm highly motivated by the promise of a meal. It also hosts 150 hidden things in honor of the 150th anniversary of the story. It proves to be the best selfie spot in Texas.

I also have souvenir collectibles of some of the 150 hidden things for purchase. I work both digitally and traditionally and have written a book about the process. It is also available for purchase. Depending on what is happening in the studio behind my home, I'd also be happy to show you around. Please let me know when you book that you would love a Wonderland experience.

Feel free to make this space your creative space. It is excellent for a writer's retreat, to finish those pages, or simply a getaway.
Just seven miles to downtown Houston, and nine miles to the medical center. Visiting nurses and guests who need to sleep in will enjoy the blackout curtains.

WORKOUT
There is an LA Fitness very close to my home. You can walk there in 10 -15 minutes. They offer day passes and have classes.

LONG-TERM STAY
The room has a microwave and fridge/freezer. Many have contacted us about long-term stays, especially since it is convenient to downtown and the medical center. I certainly encourage that; however, the room has its limitations. At this time, there are no kitchen privileges. The room does not have a sink conducive to dishwashing, nor would I want food going down that part of the plumbing. I will provide you with a bin, and I can wash your dishes.

Cleaning- For long-term stay guests. We can work out a cleaning schedule that you will pay for in addition to the other fees, before your arrival. Linens and towels will be changed, trash taken out, general cleaning done, and necessary materials replaced.

Discounts for long-term stay. Please do not inquire about further discounts for a long-term stay.
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PLEASE NOTE: The owner has lung disease, so if you are sick, please reschedule, and we will be sure to give you as much of a refund as the platform allows.
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IDENTIFICATION REQUIRED
We are now requiring all guests to provide us with a copy of their driver's license. I do background checks. I have also installed cameras on the property- there are no cameras in your rooms. Please send the driver's license at your earliest convenience. You may not be able to attach it until I accept, but know that I will base true acceptance of your request on the background check. I appreciate your understanding.