🌿 The Urban Canopy Retreat
Exclusively for 30+ night bookings and long-term stays!
Welcome to your Urban Canopy Retreat—a private single-dwelling home centrally located in the heart of Houston. At approximately 1,400 sq. ft., this retreat offers a gracious amount of space with chic interiors, luxe details, and a natural treehouse-like atmosphere filled with light. Its open design creates a wonderfully easy flow between living, dining, and bedroom spaces, while large windows frame treetop views of the neighborhood’s mature trees and surrounding area.
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✨ Interior & Exterior Highlights
Kitchen
A chef’s dream with a five-burner natural gas range, split oven function (cook two dishes at once with different settings), and a farmhouse stainless steel sink. The Samsung French-door refrigerator includes a specialty middle drawer and freezer drawer for easy organization. Just off the kitchen, a stacked 29” LG washer and dryer makes large loads of laundry a breeze.
Primary Bedroom Suite
Retreat into comfort with a plush king-sized bed, dressed in 100% cotton sheets and protected with a moisture-barrier mattress protector. Entertainment is at your fingertips with a 55” Samsung 4K TV with Apple TV, plus a dedicated makeup desk/vanity for convenience.
Bathroom
Stylish and functional, the bathroom features two entrances—one providing ensuite access from the primary bedroom, and the other opening to the hallway for guest convenience. It includes a tub/shower combo, brushed gold fixtures, and a tall elongated toilet for extra comfort.
Loft Bedroom & Study
Follow the dramatic loft-style staircase, tracing your hand along the sleek handrail as you ascend into the top-level retreat. This space includes a secondary workspace with its own desk, chair, and a 24-inch monitor, plus two seating areas for reading or relaxing. The loft bedroom features a plush king-sized bed, also dressed in 100% cotton sheets with a moisture-barrier mattress protector, along with a 60” LG Smart TV with Apple TV. For comfort, this level is equipped with a 1-ton Wi-Fi–enabled inverter mini-split AC unit in addition to central air.
Living Room
Designed for both style and relaxation, the living space features a Restoration Hardware ultra-deep chocolate leather sofa and a matching deep chair, paired with a sleek marble coffee table. Entertainment is easy with the 65” television with Apple TV. A dedicated workstation with a solid wood desk, rolling office chair, 24-inch monitor, and a laser printer makes this a true work-from-home haven. A cozy breakfast table is also tucked by the windows for casual dining.
Dining Room
A perfect blend of chic and playful: the Storehouse dining table is paired with black chairs upholstered in a black-and-gold alligator print cushion. Above, a steampunk-inspired chandelier creates a bold focal point, while the table is fully dressed with placemats and cotton dinner towels.
Outdoor Living
The property offers a private gated entry with deadbolt lock for added peace of mind. Enjoy a yard with comfortable seating, a propane grill for outdoor cooking, and a propane fire pit—perfect for relaxed evenings under the stars.
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🏡 Parking & Location
• Driveway fits up to 3 vehicles in front of the home.
• Nestled in the Historic Magnolia Grove / West End–Heights neighborhood—central and walkable, with Buffalo Bayou trails, Memorial Park, and top dining just around the corner.
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📍 Nearby Destinations
Medical
• 4.9 mi – Memorial Hermann Medical Center
• 4.0 mi – M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
• 4.0 mi – St. Joseph Hospital (Downtown)
• 5.0 mi – St. Luke’s Hospital (Medical Center)
• 5.0 mi – Texas Children’s Hospital (Medical Center)
• 6.4 mi – The Women’s Hospital of Texas
• 6.8 mi – VA Hospital
Entertainment & Sports
• 4.0 mi – Houston Galleria Mall
• 2.7 mi – Minute Maid Park
• 5.0 mi – NRG Stadium
• 2.8 mi – George R. Brown Convention Center
• 3.3 mi – Toyota Center
• 3.5 mi – Shell Energy Stadium
Nature & Culture
• 1.0 mi – Memorial Park
• 1.2 mi – The Glades & Arboretum at Memorial Park
• 1.1 mi – Memorial Park Golf Course
• 4.2 mi – Hermann Park
• 4.2 mi – Houston Museum of Natural Science
• 5.0 mi – Houston Zoo
• 4.8 mi – Hermann Park Golf Course
• 3.2 mi – Hobby Center Theater
• 4.0 mi – Museum of Fine Arts
• 2.2 mi – White Oak Music Hall
Airports & Universities
• 14 mi – George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
• 11 mi – Hobby Airport (HOU)
• 3.0 mi – University of St. Thomas
• 3.0 mi – University of Houston (Downtown)
• 5.0 mi – University of Houston (Main Campus)
Day Trips
• 49 mi – Galveston
• 59 mi – Lake Conroe
Dining & Shopping
• Federal American Grill – 2 min walk (510 Shepherd)
• 20+ restaurants within a 5–10 min walk; 50+ restaurants within 1 mile (Truth BBQ, Common Bond, Backstreet Café, Brasserie 19, Perry’s Steakhouse, Flora Mexican Kitchen, Velvet Taco, Brenner’s Steakhouse, and more).
• Buffalo Heights H-E-B (5 min), Whole Foods (1 mi), Walgreens (5 min walk).
• River Oaks Plaza – 1 mi (5 min drive / 20 min walk).
• Galleria / Uptown Park – 4 mi.
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🐾 Pet Friendly
We welcome well-behaved pets with an additional fee. (Note: no Pit Bull/Terrier breeds). Guests are financially responsible for any damages caused by pets.
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⚡ Extra Comforts & Peace of Mind
• ADT monitored alarm system for 24/7 home security.
• Private gated entry with deadbolt for added safety.
• 3-ton central AC system with UVC air sanitation and a Wi-Fi–enabled smart thermostat for clean, efficient, and customizable comfort.
• 1-ton Wi-Fi–enabled inverter mini-split AC in the loft for added comfort and independent climate control.
• Whole-home surge protection (80 KA amp).
• Generator interlock kit available during hurricane season for essential power backup.
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🌱 Sustainability Features
• Energy-efficient 3-ton central AC with UVC sanitation and Wi-Fi–enabled smart thermostat to optimize energy use.
• 1-ton Wi-Fi–enabled inverter mini-split AC in the loft for targeted, efficient cooling.
• LED lighting throughout the home for reduced energy consumption.
• Water-saving fixtures including low-flow shower and high-efficiency elongated toilet.
• Recycling bins provided for guest use.
• Durable, high-quality furnishings (Restoration Hardware, Storehouse) built to last, reducing waste.
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🛌 What Makes This Home Extra Comfortable
• Beds dressed in 100% cotton sheets for breathable, hotel-quality comfort.
• Moisture-barrier mattress protectors on all beds for added cleanliness and peace of mind.
• Two dedicated workstations, each with a 24” monitor; main workstation also includes a laser printer.
• Multiple entertainment options with three large Smart TVs (55”, 60”, 65”), each with Apple TV.
• Outdoor yard space with seating, propane grill, and propane fire pit.
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✨ A home that combines sophisticated design with warm livability—perfect for extended stays, relocations, or professionals who want a stylish, comfortable landing spot in Houston’s most connected neighborhood.
