[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Gathering House: Big Texas Heart, Room for All Vacation home in Baytown with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104614900/104614897/5d7d407e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104614900/104614897/858259da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104614900/104614897/8786c272.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104614900/104614897/407d2fb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104620000/104614900/104614897/9d1f89f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Baytown, this 4-bedroom house offers a serene retreat with plenty of space to unwind. With 4 bathrooms, an additional living room with a sofa bed, and a spacious backyard, guests can truly feel at home. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Gathering House: Big Texas Heart, Room for All Step into The Gathering House, a home with a heart as big as Texas! This isn't your average cookie-cutter home; she's a lovingly decorated 1978 gem with stories to tell and all the space your crew (up to 12!) needs to create new ones. Imagine laughter echoing in the sprawling living areas perfect for heart-to-heart chats or sharing joyful meals (BBQ too) & memories around two dining areas. Ideally situated for work or play, you're close to major plants, I-10, hospitals, and all necessities! The space Yes, she's a classic, and we've lovingly decorated her for comfort and joy. Imagine laughter echoing in the sprawling living areas, perfect for those heart-to-heart chats, or sharing joyful meals and memories around two dining spots. Four cozy bedrooms promise sweet dreams: one features a King bed, two have queen beds, and the fourth includes two bunk beds. Need more space? The living room sofa pulls out into a full-size bed. You'll find two full bathrooms and two convenient half baths to comfortably accommodate everyone. The spacious kitchen awaits your culinary adventures! It's equipped with a large main refrigerator perfect for big families (the smaller one is retired), and while she has two sinks, one is happily on duty and has always been plenty for a crowd (you'll see a little note on the one taking a rest). We believe in honest charm, so you should know a couple of things: our sunroom is currently taking a little beauty rest (closed for repairs). And, like many homes with history, very rarely, a little reminder of a good Houston rain and moisture might appear as a small puddle in a corner of the living room. surprisingly it never happens during the rain. It’s a tiny, infrequent quirk that happens a few days after a lot of moisture and we’ve got it covered with clear instructions and special colorful towels nearby should you need them – she more than makes up for it with her abundant space and character! Step outside to a large front yard and a private, fenced backyard perfect for outdoor fun and relaxation. While the address includes a separate, independent casita (garage unit) with its own access, only the driveway is shared, ensuring your complete privacy in the main house. Location, Location, Location! Whether you're a family making memories, a hardworking crew (ExxonMobil is just 1.8 miles away!), corporate travelers, relocating families, or those between homes, you're ideally situated. Baytown Town Center: 3.7 miles Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital: 2.2 miles Altus Baytown Hospital: 2 miles Easy access to I-10, other major plants like Chevron Phillips, plus groceries, restaurants, and more within a 5-minute drive. Settle in and feel the comfort of The Gathering House – your spacious, welcoming home away from home! Guest access The guest has complete access to the house and front yard and fenced backyard. Backyard has a fenced private backyard for "The Gathering House" The Casita (Garage apartment is a separate unit). Other things to note Wifi is shared with Casita guests. We do our best to make your stay as enjoyable as we can. We just ask to please take care of your home away from home like you would want yours to be taken care of. If you bring your pet, please make sure to pick up after them as a courtesy for the next arriving guests, as this will help us keep allowing pets. This will help us keep making your home away from home stay in great condition for many years to come. We love to have our guests come back as much as they can, so please ask for a repeat customer discount. Quiet Hours: 10 PM - 8 AM. Pets: Up to 2 dogs are allowed with a $120 pet fee. Pre-approval is required for all pets. Please follow our dog policy, pick up and dispose of pet waste in the outside container/dumpster, and note that you are responsible for any damage caused by your pet. Check-Out: Check-out time is 10 AM. Unauthorized late check-outs will incur a $300 fee. Please obtain prior approval for late check-out. Smoking: Smoking is not allowed. A violation fine of $250-$500 will be added to the cleaning fee for smoking. Parking: Off-street parking for up to 2 cars is available at the back of the house. No smoking on the property No loud partying or hosting of events Quiet hours from 10p-8a Report any damages immediately No pets on furniture or beds Turn the front porch light off by 10 pm Most importantly...HAVE FUN! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 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Lock the house before checking. Breaking house rules and damaging the property will result in a charge to the guest. no noise after 10 pm to 8 am, and smoking is not allowed. Fair use of electricity. No crypto mining. No events. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 4 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### 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 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 ## About the area Baytown is home to this vacation home. San Jacinto Monument and San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goose Creek Country Club and Evergreen Point Golf Club. Pirates Bay Water Park and Lynchburg Ferry are also worth visiting. 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This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Houston-Hotels-4Bed-2-Full-2-Half-Bath-Spacious-Central-Retreat-Near-Baytown-Exxon-Hospitals.h104614897.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is The Gathering House: Big Texas Heart, Room for All located? > Situated in Baytown, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Goose Creek Country Club and within 3 mi (5 km) of Houston Methodist San Jacinto Hospital and Altus Baytown Hospital. Fresenius Medical Care at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital and Baytown Health Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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