[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Whimsy Retreat-amazing pool-5Brs-houston prime location Beltway 8 & US 69 Vacation home in Houston with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107630000/107624400/107624365/w541h683x242y0-6c998553.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Toaster, dining tables](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107630000/107624400/107624365/e7543411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107630000/107624400/107624365/9e31a69d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107630000/107624400/107624365/w1003h680x11y3-55f66f73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107630000/107624400/107624365/b52e7127.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Houston's Chinatown, this modern farmhouse residence offers a serene oasis with an expansive backyard and outdoor pool. Unwind on the artsy patio or challenge friends to a game of mini golf, foosball or darts. With fast Wi-Fi, 2 large ROKU TVs and ample space for outdoor leisure activities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 122207 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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 Whimsy Retreat-amazing pool-5Brs-houston prime location Beltway 8 & US 69 Enjoy a stylish experience at this conveniently centrally-located, well-suited for families. Located within 5 minute drive to major highways of, I-59, Beltway 8, US-90, I-610, provides conveniently access to variety of dining, cafe bars,H-Mart, HongKong City Mall, Memorial City Mall, Houston CITYCENTRE, Galleria Mall, The Height’s, Downtown, Medical Center, NRG Stadium, Houston Zoo,Museum District. Walkable to food street restaurants & markets. A great place to stay & enjoy an urban nightlife! The space Indulge in the modern farmhouse setting of this cozy home, offering an amazing out door pool with many amenities as a mini resort that you can spend a quality and fun time with your family and friends. This beautifully adorned residence is equipped with all the modern amenities, bringing the pulse of farmhouse art living to your doorstep with creative artsy decors. As the day transforms into night, the expansive backyard turns into a serene sanctuary, illuminated by lights that mirror the enchanting night sky. This completely furnished five-bedroom residence features two bathrooms, a dining room, a fully functional kitchen and a splendid large backyard with an artsy patio , furnished with sofas, dining tables, chairs, and a mini golf area. There's ample room for outdoor leisure and activities What our guests love about our home: \- Located right in the heart Houston- China town central, you can hang out and enjoy the nightlife activities that seem like never ending here. \- Walkable to H-Mart, restaurants, Saigon food street, cafe bars and markets \- Quick access to main freeways. Less than 5 minutes drive to major highways of, I-59, I-69, Beltway 8, US-90, I-610. \- Foosball multi games table in the family room, dart board and many more. \- Cozy, modern look, stylist with minimalist furnishing. \- Fast Wi-Fi and ROKU TVs. We have 2 TVs of 65” and 55” in the house. \- On-site washer and dryer. \- We are providing a 26 Qt -11 functions air fryer and toaster combo. \- A dual K-cup and drip coffee and tea machine with all condiments \- Keyless entry for easy and convenient self-check-in. \- Professionally cleaned and sanitized after every booking \- All linens and towels are replaced with clean ones after every booking \- Our home has 8 queen beds, 2 twin beds and 3 rollout twin beds, sleep up to 16 people \- Only few minutes to the H-mart, Hongkong City Mall, Memorial City Mall, Houston CITYCENTRE, The Galleria Mall, Downtown, The Heights, Midtown, the Texas Medical Center, NRG Stadium, the Houston Zoo, the Museum District, and more! Guest access The entire house except our lockers. Other things to note This house is surrounded by a lot of trees and has a large backyard , so there will always be some leaves and plant debris on the lawn, backyard, specially the pool is outdoor with no cover, even after we have just cleaned them. Rest assured that the pool is taken care of weekly, by professional pool company with monitored schedule and process. If you have more guests to come, please let us know about them. We are on a sensitive septic system. Please only flush toilet paper down into the toilet. All other items please use the trash bin. Please remember you're staying in our home, not a hotel, so please treat the place with respect. If any problems arise, please contact us immediately, and we will do our best to take care of them ASAP. We appreciate your business and hope you enjoy your stays. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Foosball table ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 2,207 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114119000/114118923/6fd48ffc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### EXOTIC LODGE Discover a unique retreat experience in the heart of Houston, TX Alief - 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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 Sharpstown, a neighborhood in Houston, is home to this vacation home. Memorial City Mall and CityCentre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Houston Zoo and Downtown Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at NRG Stadium or Toyota Center. 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Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital and Harwin Drive Shopping District are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Whimsy Retreat-amazing pool-5Brs-houston prime location Beltway 8 & US 69 Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chelsea C. Nov 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family celebration We stayed here as a last min choice due to our originally booked home cancelled the day before we were schedule to leave! We found this home last minute and was very satisfied. The communication with the owner was great! Some minor work could be done such as paint and ceiling fans in the room but overall a great ##### Chelsea C. 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