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The Howdy Half-Acre: HUGE LIVING AREA! Sleeps 9. Breakfast included!

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Large entry and lots of natural light through energy-efficient windows.
COFFEE BAR has 12-cup brewer AND individual "k-cup" brewer, variety of blends
The master suite has a comfy Sleep Number bed, desk, & ranch sliders to the deck
Super comfy queen bed in the “You Are My Sunshine” room, with walk-in closet
“Oak & Feather Room” has 2 comfy twin beds & walk-in closet.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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College Station, TX
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Texas A&M University - College Station
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Kyle Field
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Additional beds

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Howdy Half-Acre: HUGE LIVING AREA! Sleeps 9. Breakfast included!

JUST 3 MILES FROM TEXAS A&M CAMPUS! Perfect place to hang with your family and friends for graduations, game days, parents' weekends, new student conferences, etc.

The Howdy Half-Acre has quick access to Texas Avenue and Hwy 6, yet sits on a half acre with oak trees, bordered with a creek and a green belt for peace and quiet.

Living area features TWO full couches and a dining table that seats 8. And the back deck has 10 deck chairs to enjoy a cup of coffee in the mornings watching and listening to all the birds; or later in the day to enjoy the shade and tranquility of the huge oak trees.

Kitchen has granite counter tops and is fully outfitted with coffee and 2 coffee pots (a lovely selection of K-cups or a full pot), George Foreman Grill, toaster, microwave, cookware, utensils, crock pot, blender, and a COMPLIMENTARY BOTTLE OF WINE from Messina Hof, the local winery.
BREAKFAST is also provided -- waffles and fruit in the freezer; and pancake mix, Kind bars, and oatmeal in the pantry.

NEW 4-burner propane grill with all the tools!

Bathrooms have granite counter tops, tile floors, luxurious towels.

The "Legacy Room" features a king-size Sleep Number Bed, 2 end tables and lamps, an upholstered chair, and a desk with chair. It features canvasses depicting the 4 generations of Aggies in our family. Sliding glass doors open onto the back deck.

The "You are My Sunshine Room" has a luxurious queen bed with butter yellow appointments.

The "Oak and Feather" room has two comfy twin beds. The photos hanging on the wall are just some of the numerous bird species we have seen while relaxing on the back deck.

Property manager

Jane Lyon
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Gatherings/celebrations--yes. "Party House" --NO
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Very strict no-smoking, no-vaping, no-weed policy
Celebrations & family gatherings--YES. "Party House"--NO. IF you are having an event, NO GLITTER or double-stick tape to be used.
No more than 9 guests, please. NO GUESTS SLEEPING ON THE COUCHES, as we like to keep them clean & fresh for all future guests.
Friendly reminder: This is a pet-free, smoking-free, vaping-free home. Smokers can do so outside, but please do not leave butts for us to pick up.

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Gatherings/celebrations--yes. "Party House" --NO
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
Property Registration Number CS City Permit #STR2020-000030

About the area

College Station

Located in College Station, this holiday home is in the city centre. Grand Station Entertainment and Woodland Hills Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Post Oak Mall and Tower Point. The Children's Museum of the Brazos Valley and St. Andrews Park are also worth visiting.
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College Station, TX

What's nearby

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Post Oak Mall - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Texas A&M University - College Station - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Kyle Field - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Reed Arena - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wings 'N More Restaurant Southwood Valley - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howdy Half-Acre: HUGE LIVING AREA! Sleeps 9. Breakfast included! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Howdy Half-Acre: HUGE LIVING AREA! Sleeps 9. Breakfast included!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Howdy Half-Acre: HUGE LIVING AREA! Sleeps 9. Breakfast included!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Howdy Half-Acre: HUGE LIVING AREA! Sleeps 9. Breakfast included! located?

Located in Southwood Valley, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Brazos Valley Masonic Library and Museum and Bee Creek Park. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station and Lemon Tree Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank l.

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

Great place to stay for the weekend at College Station!!

Place was very clean and had everything we needed for the weekend. Great place to stay in College Station for friends and family gathering.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha K.

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

Great stay

It was a great little property. Great notes and hospitality from owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackson S.

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

Every hospitality that Aggieland has to offer!

Would definitely visit here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Wonderful stay

This property is wonderful. Great place to stay. Owner is easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leman W.

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

Great spot

House is put together well. Hosts were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Julie P.

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

Good location for weekend visit

Location was great and close to our son's home. Place was very clean and appeared as in the photos. Only issue was that the TV did not have good reception - so we were unable to watch football on Saturday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky T.

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

Wedding weekend

We stayed a long weekend for a wedding in College Station. The house was perfect and the owners were absolutely wonderful, they went above and beyond to answer all our questions for the busy weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

Cozy stay

This house had everything we needed and more. We were super cozy in this house and more. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly F.

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

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Nice house

This house worked for our game weekend. Most important, the owners were so nice and responsive. Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

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

Graduation DVM

Was very nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassia E., Jacksboro, TX

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

Perfect family getaway!

Very clean and awesome for a family visit to College Station. The large backyard was a great place for my boys to play catch and run around playing tag. The location was very convenient to access the highway and to get around town very easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Just right for family gathering!

Jane is the best hostess ever with the gift of hospitality! The home has all one needs to stay awhile and host a special celebration (graduation!) Jane thought of everything! Super happy and grateful! Especially love the back deck and huge yard space!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debdeep P.

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

Awesome!

It was a great property with wonderful background. The host keep the house in an immaculate condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

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

What a Treat! Cheers to Host!

This property was a perfect. The host was very responsive and very helpful. The new backyard deck was very large to sit and enjoy the nice size backyard. The kitchen was stock with treats as a nice surprise. Thank you for making my first VRBO experience enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie De La F.

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

Amazing as always

This is the 2nd time we have rented and I love it more and more each time. It is an amazing, comfy home with anything and everything you can ask for. We will definitely be renting again before our 2nd Aggie graduates
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christa B., Friendswood

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

Great house very clean and lots of added amenities!

The only bad thing is that the Ac just couldn’t keep up.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Thumbs up!

Wouldn’t hesitate to rent this property again. Felt like a home—extremely clean & well-stocked in the kitchen, bathroom. Lots of towels & sheets, etc. The house has big closets and plenty of floor space for air mattresses and plenty of seating. The backyard truly is the best for bird watching—our 3-7 year old grandchildren totally enjoyed spotting & hearing all the birds. The deck is huge & would be great for grilling. We also appreciate that all instructions were detailed and thorough. Location was perfect for us. Thanks for a great stay. And for the coffee!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte D., Plano

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

Great stay

We stayed for a weekend to attend the Troubedore Festival. Almost all of us were alum from A&M (all except my husband!) We had such a good time. The house fit all of our needs and the owners thought of everything. They had directions for when something may be in question and labels to help us locate and identify what we needed. Thank you for the opportunity to stay and opening your lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal K.

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

Birthday in CS

We celebrated a birthday with friends and family, and had a great time at the Aggie Half Acre. My daughter attends TAMU, (WHOOP!) and we had friends and family in town that stayed here. We had a great stay and will stay again. Jane was very reaponsive and accommodating, and the home is well appointed for what you need amd more. The beds are comfy, the space is comfy and clean, and the neighborhood is great. There is ample parking, and we felt very safe. Thank you, Jane for sharing your space and being a excellent host! Gig'em Aggies! ~CK
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Weekend to watch son's March-In

Home away from home! The attention to detail and plentiful instructions were so helpful and appreciated. Our son is a fish in the Corp of Cadets, and we came down to watch him march and provide a home cooked dinner for him--and a place for him and a few buddies to have some time off the Quad. The huge living area was a great place for them to relax. I enjoyed hearing them laugh about their stories from the week. What a squared away group of young men. The new gas grill was perfect for grilling and the kitchen oven worked great for making cookies. It was very clean and cozy. My 8 month old grandson was fascinated with the birds in the morning in the back yard. Thank you so much. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frieda J.

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

Near Family

As described, accurate photos. Very clean, well-maintained, well-provisioned home. No issues while we were there - everything worked and was labelled. Excellent communication, accommodating host. House at end of cul-de-sac with large, private backyard. Close to Kroger's & nice park nearby. Not close to campus, but very close to family for us. Would stay again if family remains in same neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wilson P.

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

Great House

Great house for a game weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley d.

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

Great spot!

We loved the location, big back yard and deck, very spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margrit F.

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

Ring Dunk Stay

What a lovely home! Everything was well appointed, clean and cozy! A quiet neighborhood and very pretty backyard. The owner was quick to respond with questions. We will definitely stay again in future!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jane Lyon

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We are a 4-generation Aggie family. You will see this in the photos in the master bedroom, aptly called "The Legacy Room," featuring photos from our family's graduating classes of 1908, 1939, 1980, 1982, 2011, 2015, and 2017.

What makes this property unique

We LOVE the peace and tranquility of this property that is in such close proximity to the Texas A&M campus, Texas Avenue, and Hwy 6. The huge living area makes it a perfect place for your family and friends to gather for graduations, game days, Aggie Ring weekends, Parents' Weekends, etc. Ten deck chairs on the back deck take the visiting time outdoors, where there is a grouping of huge oaks, and plenty of room for Frisbee, touch football, and other outdoor activities.

Languages:

English

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