Title: Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom ## Photo gallery for Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom ![Smart TV, table tennis, books - Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom (Stephenville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120460000/120457700/120457632/75e04035.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table tennis, books - Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom (Stephenville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120460000/120457700/120457632/16fc964d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom (Stephenville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120460000/120457700/120457632/c510060f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom (Stephenville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120460000/120457700/120457632/6f9f25ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom (Stephenville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120460000/120457700/120457632/5519ed9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a water park, a firepit, and a garden at Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom1660 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - 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. ### Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom Welcome to The Howdy House — a family- and pet-friendly 3BR home with a massive private backyard, game room, and fire pit. Perfect for Parents Weekend, graduations, game days, or a fun Stephenville getaway. Inside, you'll find a cozy living room, smart TV, fully equipped kitchen, and themed décor celebrating Stephenville’s cowboy roots, the famous 2008 UFO sightings, and Tarleton pride. Step outside to a huge, fenced backyard featuring a gas fire pit with Adirondack seating, string lights, gas grill, oversized Connect 4, cornhole, soccer goal, and even a roping dummy — the ultimate setup for game night or starlit BBQs. The game room includes a 3-in-1 table (pool, ping pong, air hockey), dart board, board games, oversized Jenga, and bar-height seating. Perfect for couples, families, alumni, or visiting faculty, The Howdy House is more than a place to stay — it’s a fun-filled experience that captures the spirit of Stephenville, Texas. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Coin laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking on the property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,660 square feet ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112660000/112651800/112651770/6fe73713.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pool | On Golf Course | 3BR | Close to Tarleton Stephenville - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $251 CA $586 total includes taxes & fees Mar 1 - Mar 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=112651770&PinnedHotelID=112651770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118830000/118821200/118821128/67b020d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serene lake front cabin set on bluff overlooking Palo Pinto lake. 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No pets on furniture, Must pick up an ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Must have at least 1 adult staying with children ### Events Events allowed Parties / Gatherings must be approved by host ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking on the property ## 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 are allowed on site Note from host: Parties / Gatherings must be approved by host 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 first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b71721x ## About the area Stephenville is home to this vacation home. Stephenville Historical House Museum and Dublin Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit South Loop Mall and Bosque River Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Century Park and J&D Golf course. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours. [Visit our Stephenville travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Stephenville.dx9838) [View more Vacation homes in Stephenville](https://www.expedia.ca/Stephenville-Private-Vacation-Homes.d9838-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.22191%2C-98.21702&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zGmky7MWTFuMynlgtbha3DECGpw=) Stephenville, TX ### What's nearby - ![Stephenville Texas Park Trail where handicapped person rides a scooter](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560505587/4dca1d63-4d1d-43d7-a5c0-f16994849bc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Stephenville City Park 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Tarleton State University 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Stephenville Public Library 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - South Loop Mall 2 min drive \- 1.9 km - Erath County Courthouse 2 min drive \- 1.5 km ### Restaurants - McDonald's 15 min walk - Sonic Drive-In 12 min walk - Buffalo Wild Wings 18 min walk - Peacock's Restaurant 2 min drive - Pattaya Thai Kitchen 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom? ### What time is check-out at Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom? ### Where is Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Guest Favorite | Walk to TSU | Huge Yard |Gameroom Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bethany K. Dec 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was tidy and clean for our stay. We had everything we needed, all the amenities were there. The beds we very comfortable and the AC worked great! Would definitely stay again, it was the perfect stay for what we were looking for! ##### Bethany K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. Dec 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had the best stay at Howdy House! The bedrooms are adorable, with comfortable beds and luxurious bedding. The home is thoughtfully set up with plenty of space to truly make yourself at home. The shared spaces were just as wonderful! There were lots of fun things to enjoy in the game room and backyard. Everything was spotless, and the owners communicated clearly and promptly. I would absolutely recommend Howdy House to anyone looking for a place to stay in Stephenville! ##### Sarah S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul B. Jan 31, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The host was really great to work with and very accommodating! We had several challenges on our end and you guys were really helpful!! ##### Paul B. 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