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Idiot's Hill Guest House

Guesthouse in Denton

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Living area
Interior
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
NZ$142
avg per night

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Denton, TX
  • Place, Texas Woman's University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Denton Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area
The current price is NZ$142
avg per night

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About the area

Denton

Denton is home to this guesthouse. Water Works Park and Central Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Denton Square and Fry Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Goldfield Tennis Center or UNT Coliseum.
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What's nearby

  • Texas Woman's University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Denton Square - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Campus Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Denton Firefighters Museum - 6 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mazatlan Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Azteca - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Schlotzsky's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Idiot's Hill Guest House

Our guest house is in the heart of Denton, a block east of the Bell Avenue Historic District, with all the amenities to make your time in Denton relaxing and meaningful. This private, smoke and pet free retreat offers natural light and your own designated parking spot. Stay within two miles of UNT, TWU and the unique Denton Square. You will enjoy unique features that will make you feel at home including a stocked kitchen and a record player with music from local Denton bands.

The Idiot's Hill Guest House is surrounded by established trees and lots of natural light. The kitchen is well supplied for your time in Denton with an oven/stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee pot, washer/drier and kitchen utensils. We have fast wifi and a Roku for netflix, hulu or any subscriptions you have.

When its time for bed you will enjoy our queen size bed with 400 thread count sheets, as well as a brand new pull out sleeper sofa with upgraded foam mattress.

Denton is famous for many gifted musicians who have come through their nationally acclaimed Jazz program, and you can listen to some selected albums on our record player.

We look forward to providing you with a list of some of our favorite local restaurants and establishments.

You will have full access to the private and detached guest house. You have your own driveway which leads down a lighted path on the side of the house leading to the guest house. You will be sent the code for the lock prior to your arrival. You will have private access to all aspects of the guest house including the Living Room, Bedroom, Full Bathroom, Dining Area, Kitchen, as well as a laundry area complete with a washer and dryer. As we live in the main house in front with our children, you will not have access to the backyard.

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet Hours Observed: 10pm - 8am; Backyard Not Accessible to Guests
We will not clean during your stay. We will leave you with a basic set of cleaning supplies for your use during your stay.
We will provide an initial supply of coffee, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry and dish washer detergent, soap, shampoo, and conditioner.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Idiot's Hill Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Idiot's Hill Guest House?

As of 16 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Idiot's Hill Guest House on 6 January 2026 start from NZ$222.70, 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 Idiot's Hill Guest House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idiot's Hill Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idiot's Hill Guest House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Idiot's Hill Guest House located?

Situated in Denton, this guesthouse is within 2 miles (3 km) of Texas Woman's University, Emily Fowler Central Library and Denton Square. Denton Firefighters Museum and Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

Idiot's Hill Guest House Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary A.

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

Great property and hosts!

Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Cozy neighborhood vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location that was quiet and easy access. It was close to anything you would need. The host were quick to respond to questions and problems. Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

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

Just right

This property was just right for me & my husband who visit Denton each July to see friends. Great location. Cute house. And as Goldie Locks would say, "Just right." We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Gorgeous location, wonderful stay

Gorgeous little property in a beautiful neighborhood. Very tastefully decorated and comfortable to stay. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Will stay again

Overall my stay was excellent. There were a couple of things I’d suggest for future - the ice maker didn’t work and the shower was a little mildewed (I know how it is in the south!). These weren’t anything to complain about and I plan to use if available for future trips. Just thought I’d mention it in case they can be taken care of. I will be recommending to my sister and my brother-in-law for when they visit their son in Denton. Was a very restful place to stay and the owners were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Great place to relax.

A great place for a relaxing stay, clean, quiet, great neighborhood. Easy access to area attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna F.

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

Perfect for our stay

Great location and amenities. Loved the record player!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego R.

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

University-area Haven

Perfect for 1 or 2 couples needing to stay close to the University or access some of the Denton area attractions and events. The neighborhood is nice and quiet and the Hosts are polite and friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Second visit to this peaceful place

I needed a place to stay between two events and this was a perfect retreat! It was quiet and I got to work on a project in peace. I could have walked to several places for groceries or food. It also worked great for when my son joined me the second night- be aware that the bathroom is in the bedroom if that is an issue for you. Thanks again for my quiet getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen V.

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

wonderful place

The place was very nice and roomy. Everything was perfect. I would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Perfect

A perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Very nice guesthouse

This was a wonderful place to stay. Dates of stay were May15-17th. Perfect area of town. Nice and quiet. We enjoyed it and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raquel B.

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

Perfect location

Wonderful place to stay with family. Quiet neighborhood, near lots of restaurants. The house was just like advertised. It was stocked with everything you need. Seeing the.chockens was a plus for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evan K.

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Great!

Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Great place!

A lovely apartment in a tree-abundant neighborhood. Our stay was clean and quiet with ample space and kitchen amenities. The host was prompt in returning messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maddison F.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay! The area was nice and super convenient, making it easy to explore and get around. The rental comfortably slept three of us, thanks to the pull-out couch bed, which was a great feature. The only reason I didn’t give cleanliness a full five stars is due to some dust on the ceiling fan and blinds, but otherwise, everything was in great shape. One standout was the thoughtful welcome packet with food recommendations—we tried a few spots, and they were fantastic! Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn A.

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

Lovely retreat

We stayed here for s quiet getaway to have a reading retreat and this place was perfection. Quiet neighborhood, lots of couch space to relax on and read, a well stocked kitchen to cook in and they left a fantastic information manual with lots of great places around the area to eat and visit. Will definitely be back to do this again on an annual basis.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee A.

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

Great place close to the heart of Denton

It was a short test to take a test at UNT. This place is walking distance to all the great places in the historical part of Denton. The place is cute and cozy. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zane D.

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Mr

Quiet neighborhood and cozy. Couldn't ask for more
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

We will Return!

Loved our weekend stay here to check it out for a long-term stay. Ron & Jenny are great hosts. The neighborhood is great and very convenient to many restaurants and shopping. (Even though most were closed due to COVID-19!!) Their place is very roomy and well laid out. We will be returning!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy V., Seattle, WA

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Cute little place with everything you need!

The guest house was exactly what we needed for a 3-night stay in Denton for a family wedding. Perfect amount of space for 2 adults and our two 7-year-olds. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a few meals and enjoy tea and coffee. The host even left some waters and snacks! They messaged us several times to be sure we had everything we needed. We'd stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gracie S.

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4 young adults

The property was perfect for our 2-night stay. The bathroom connected to the bedroom worked just fine for our group. The pull-out couch could sleep two people, but we also brought an air mattress for additional sleeping space, which worked great! The place was beautifully decorated and thoughtfully stocked with games, complimentary snacks, and a record player—a unique and fun touch.We gave cleanliness 4 stars due to the sink draining slowly during extended use, such as face washing, and the shower grout needing a deeper scrubbing. However, the rest of the space was spotless, with no dust in sight. The hosts were welcoming and accommodating. We would happily stay here again if in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H., Canton, Ohio

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We found our thrill on Idiot's Hill

We were in Denton to attend a family graduation and to be with family who live in Denton and Grapevine. This house was perfectly located for us in all respects. It was close to family, recreation areas, beautiful downtown Denton and Grapevine and all of the venues we needed to access for the graduation. The house itself was perfection. First off, it was clean with all of the amenities necessary for our stay. The floor plan gave us the room we needed in between family visits to relax and unwind. The kitchen was well-stocked and all of the linens were fresh and plentiful. Our hosts made it so easy to access the home and all of the details for our stay were clearly spelled out. For being in an established neighborhood, it was quiet and very relaxing. I would definitely stay at Idiot's Hill (aptly named:) again for the events in the years to come. Thank you, Ron and Jenny, for being the perfect hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023