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Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease

Washington vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Washington, TX
  • Place, Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Star of the Republic Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Horlock History Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the area

Washington

In Washington .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Star of the Republic Museum with a stay here. Horlock History Center is within 9 miles (15 km) and Hillside Park is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Star of the Republic Museum - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Horlock History Center - 17 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Hillside Park - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Santa's Wonderland - 27 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildflyer Mead & Beer - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Carroll's Giant Burger - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chapelton Vineyards - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Red Board Tavern & Table - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rail & Rye - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space.
Get away from it all and immerse yourself in nature from the comfort of a distinctive modernist home, where floor-to-ceiling windows and soaring ceilings bring the outdoors in, affording endless views across the rolling landscape of fields, woodlands, and wildlife.

Greet sunrise from the expansive bedroom with two luxe queen-sized tempurpedic beds, one with massage functions. Unwind in the spa-like ambiance, with two bathrooms separated by a unique, open double shower featuring multiple jets and hand-held shower heads. Luxuriate alone or with your partner in the deep, two-person tub with jets.

Enjoy meals at the large handmade table in the spacious, open-plan kitchen/dining/living room. Begin your day with eggs fresh from the chicken coop. The chef’s kitchen is fully equipped and generously provisioned with beyond-basic cooking essentials.

A large, cushy sectional sofa beckons for reading and conversation, but don’t feel surprised if you fall into a dreamy nap. Or kick back on the deck, shaded by live oaks. Count the variety of birds flying by or stopping at the feeders. The resident deer tends to wander by every afternoon; you can feed her by hand if you like.

While most guests come to unwind, unplug, and recharge, the library does have a television set with access to the internet through your phone, numerous vintage dvds and cds, and a fabulous collection of books. We have no internet.

Hidden Gem encompasses 30 acres. Explore the rolling landscape on rustic trails mowed through woods and fields, along streams and ponds. Marvel at the architectural follies and large-scale sculptures strewn across the land. Stroll through our extensive gardens.

There are four private homes spread across on the property, each with their own acreage. Your guesthouse is set away from the others in a private glade. You’ll be left to enjoy your own space, but your hosts will be on call should you need assistance with anything.

Hidden Gem is the perfect place to put away your devices, disconnect, and recharge your mind. Cell phone and internet access is very weak to non-existent at the guest house.

The nearest town, historic Navasota, is about 8 miles away; there you’ll find a supermarket, several restaurants, and some shops. The larger town of Brenham—Washington’s county seat—has more stores and restaurants. Texas A&M in College Station is 23 miles away. The antique wonderland of Round Top is only 43 miles away. Also nearby is Santa's Wonderland (22 miles) and the Texas Renaissance Festival (29 miles).

We are dog-friendly; feel free to bring your house-trained dog to stay with you. Please protect our wildlife.There’s also a large, shaded pen so Fido can safely enjoy being outdoors. Several large, friendly dogs live here, and you might cross paths with them as you explore the property.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Please put used white towels in the tub. Put black makeup cloths in the sink (They bleed black onto the towels)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenda G G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!

Exactly what we wanted.Love the wildlife. Curtains in shower could be a lot thicker!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Imadul K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun times in the wilderness

Great place! From the start the host was great and communicative, and we were able to check in and check out at times that worked great for us. The house itself was wonderful, very different from what I'm used to. Definitely beware with the wifi, as warned this house is not set up for that, so drive out to a coffee shop in Navasota if you need to work. The full on floor to ceiling windows with no curtains were quite the vibe, absolutely lovely during the day. Thank you for the eyemasks! Double shower was awesome, and just the overall aesthetic of everything in the house was dope Thanks so much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden “Gem” is accurate!

I couldn’t believe how wonderful this house was when we walked in! That was my first WOW moment! As we toured the rest of the home all I could say/think was “WOW.” I had never seen anything like this. We spent 5 nights, never ate a meal outside of the house. With no tv, we watched the birds at the bird feeder, listened to the wonderful library of music. We just unplugged. The antiques and the architectural elements of this house were mind blowing. We hope to return very soon! Another thing I’d like to point out is this is very handicap/wheelchair accessible. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

George G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Everything was great there were fresh eggs, honey, and vegetables waiting on the counter. The home was very unique the design and architecture was amazing. The only thing I wish was done, if they mowed a trail around the house, I realized the wildflowers were blooming but a path to walk out of the high grass would have been a plus. Also if the trails that they mapped out were mowed the wives might have wanted to take a walk. But overall a great hidden gem to relax away from the city noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Country Getaway

Our church booked this property for our guest pastor to stay at when he was visiting to preach a revival. He LOVED the property! He enjoyed the serene surroundings with all of the windows, the wrap-around porch and the privacy the property offered. He sent pictures to his family and his wife was envious of the bathrooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Where the blacktop ends

The host was welcoming; the house is on a beautiful piece of property and has everything you need; and it is close to everywhere we wanted to go (Washington-on-the-Brazos, Navasota and Brenham). Recommend for a couple or a girls' weekend. I found myself singing a Keith Urban song in my head during my stay, which I think describes the feeling of this rental: "Gonna kick off my shoes and run in bare feet Where the grass and the dirt and the gravel all meet Goin' back to the well, gonna visit old friends And feed my soul where the blacktop ends"
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024