10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
18 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming second floor apartment in historic neighborhood
Carol S.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
2 BR: Washington Ave: Walk to Downtown, Parks and Restaurants
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Houston, TX
- Downtown Aquarium13 min walk
- Daikin Park2 min drive
- George R. Brown Convention Center3 min drive
- Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
2 BR: Washington Ave: Walk to Downtown, Parks and Restaurants
Your cozy getaway awaits in Historic 1888 year old Houston house with 1100sqft. We are very proud to share our house with you as it is one of the oldest homes in Houston.
The 2 connecting bedrooms feature a queen bed in the master and full bed the secondar. There is a well-equipped bathroom and a lovely living room with a sofa bed. This retreat offers a serene atmosphere for guests to unwind, steps from the city, with the relaxation of a quiet neighborhood. Experience the magic of Houston at our house. Fast fiber wi-fi and a dedicated work station makes it perfect for guest that need to work from the unit or families that want to be close to the action.
The unit is located in the private backside of the house up the spiral staircase pictured. There is an enclosed patio shared with the downstairs long term tenants.
The neighborhood is buzzing, locally owned coffee shops, and a convenient store, and butcher shop blocks away. Locally recognized bars, restaurants, and Buffalo Bayou, all within walking distance. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, this is the perfect location, no car needed.
Free street parking along the front of the house if you do have a car.
The 2 connecting bedrooms feature a queen bed in the master and full bed the secondar. There is a well-equipped bathroom and a lovely living room with a sofa bed. This retreat offers a serene atmosphere for guests to unwind, steps from the city, with the relaxation of a quiet neighborhood. Experience the magic of Houston at our house. Fast fiber wi-fi and a dedicated work station makes it perfect for guest that need to work from the unit or families that want to be close to the action.
The unit is located in the private backside of the house up the spiral staircase pictured. There is an enclosed patio shared with the downstairs long term tenants.
The neighborhood is buzzing, locally owned coffee shops, and a convenient store, and butcher shop blocks away. Locally recognized bars, restaurants, and Buffalo Bayou, all within walking distance. Whether you are here for business or pleasure, this is the perfect location, no car needed.
Free street parking along the front of the house if you do have a car.
Property manager
Kelly Cox
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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 Downtown Aquarium and Houston Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Toyota Center, or consider NRG Park for a night out.
Houston, TX
What's nearby
- Hobby Center for the Performing Arts - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Downtown Aquarium - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Daikin Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- Toyota Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
- George R. Brown Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Downtown Aquarium - 17 min walk
- Tony's Corner Pocket - 18 min walk
- Cheba Hut - 13 min walk
- Luce Coffee Roasters - 13 min walk
- Stanton's City Bites - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Kelly Cox
As a local Houstonian native, that moved away for 20 years to live in NYC, Chicago and Austin, it's great to be back to share why we love Houston with our guest.
Why they chose this property
Location, location, location! With view of downtown, being in one of the best walkable neighborhood, and downtown offering, the house is also our vacation home when it isn't booked!
What makes this property unique
The house was built in 1888 and is located in old 6th Ward. It is one of the earliest and largest Houston homes.
Languages:
English
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