10/10 Excellent
Cody A.
31 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cody A.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Entire home
The Refuge @ Vanderosa
Cottage in Conroe with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 637.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Conroe, TX
- Place, The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center4 min drive
- Place, Conroe Outlet Mall11 min drive
- Place, HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe11 min drive
- Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 6)
Master Bedroom
+1
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 3 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
The Refuge @ Vanderosa
Pull away for the hustle and bustle of everyday life and retreat to The Refuge @ Vanderosa. Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Soak in the peace in the cozy and cute tiny home, with one bedroom and sleeping loft. Relax and unwind in a hammock, on the porch, or on the patio under the shady oak. Have some farm fresh eggs, straight from the chickens you can watch play the xylophone in their coop on the premises. Play basketball, pickleball, or go for a bike ride through the quiet neighborhood. Located in Conroe, Texas.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Can rent a kennel for $10/stay.
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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place used towels on floor of shower.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Conroe
Conroe is home to this cottage. The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center and Houston Karting Complex are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Conroe Outlet Mall and Woodlands Mall. 7 Acre Wood and Main Event Entertainment are also worth visiting.
Conroe, TX
What's nearby
- The Lone Star Convention & Expo Center - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Crighton Theatre - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
- Conroe Outlet Mall - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
- HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
- Lake Conroe - 20 min drive - 19.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 2 min drive
- Burger Boy - 7 min drive
- The Icehouse Conroe - 4 min drive
- Pacific Yard House - 8 min drive
- Jack in the Box - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
marcus r.
9 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
marcus r.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Veronica V.
10 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Veronica V.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
courtney s.
12 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
courtney s.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by John VanderKaay and Terri VanderKaay
John is a retired United States Air Force chaplain, minister, and marriage and family therapist, currently leading a nonprofit counseling ministry, where both he and Terri work. Terri has been a homeschooling mother of five kids, as well as a pastor and chaplain’s wife.
The Refuge @ Vanderosa has a wonderful story that spans many years and is described in more detail on our website at Vanderosa.com and inside The Refuge, in the guest book.
We believe every human being is made in the Image of God and is worthy of honor and respect because of that fact. We believe hospitality is one way we can demonstrate that to our guests.
The Refuge @ Vanderosa has a wonderful story that spans many years and is described in more detail on our website at Vanderosa.com and inside The Refuge, in the guest book.
We believe every human being is made in the Image of God and is worthy of honor and respect because of that fact. We believe hospitality is one way we can demonstrate that to our guests.
Why they chose this property
The longer answer is included in the story of The Refuge. The short answer is because we also live in this neighborhood.
What makes this property unique
It is an answer to prayer and is a place of peace and tranquility. It is also used for doing Marriage Intensives with couples in crisis, through a partnership with Restoration Counseling Ministries.
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