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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Richardson, TX
  • Place, University of Texas at Dallas
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Galleria Dallas
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, American Airlines Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano

This lovely spacious cottage home features an open floor plan. The home is perfect for families/groups looking for a suburban/urban vibe that is close to where you want to be. It's 5 minutes away from University of Texas-Dallas and yet within a short drive to Downtown Dallas, DFW, Parkland Hospital and Cowboys Stadium. Very close to Plano. The entire place is for you and your family/group. Great for long term stays. Fully furnished with free washer and dryer. Lots of great shops and restaurants in the area.

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please lock all doors and windows when leaving the property. Leave AC on 80 during summer and 65 during winter after stay.
$500 smoke cleaning fee charged if smoking occurs during stay
No parking in driveway in front of the garage (blocks neighbors).

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2574047vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Richardson

Richardson is home to this holiday home. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Galleria Dallas and NorthPark Center. Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts and WaterTower Theater are also worth visiting.
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Richardson, TX

What's nearby

  • University of Texas at Dallas - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Galleria Dallas - 9 min drive - 14.4 km
  • American Airlines Center - 18 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center - 19 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Dallas Market Center - 19 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Arapaho Center Station - 5 min drive
  • Dallas Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Love Field Airport (DAL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Casita Bakeshop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Guitars and Growlers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Billiard Den - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano on 12 May 2026 start from AU$269, including taxes and fees. 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano located?

Situated in Richardson, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from University of Texas at Dallas and within 3 miles (5 km) of Methodist Hospital Campus for Continuing Care and Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts. Richland College and CityLine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kameron W.

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

Loved my stay!

Loved my stay and everything went as smoothly as it should!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2023
Thank you so much! We enjoyed hosting you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Nice place!

Stay was great. Home was as described & neighborhood was quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iraj R.

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

Richardson House

It was a nice place and the owner was very responsive,
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great price. Great location.

As listed. Great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

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

Nice House Centrally Located

We were on vacation. The house was perfect for our family. Just enough beds. Will book again when we are back in DFW. Never too far from anything we ever wanted to do.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Richardson stay

The property was as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Check in

Thanks door had me locked out a few times
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location

The property was beautiful, a little bit of a struggle getting inside but was able to get in .

No comment
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan C.

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

Perfect stay!

Came to Dallas for a work trip and Ugochi’s place was perfect. I had my dog with me so the yard was ideal and the neighborhood was great to walk around in. Would highly recommend staying at this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

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

Nice

It was a nice place, worked great for us
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ugochi

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Always on the go and love every aspect of real estate. Can’t wait to provide you the perfect getaway that you deserve.

Why they chose this property

The well thought out interior design will draw you in and the amenities will make you feel so at home, you will not want to leave. You will have access to:
-Private space (entire place is reserved)
-Comfortable memory foam beds in every room
-55 inch TV with access to Netflix and Amazon Prime video in the living room
-Full kitchen with coffee maker, cookware, dishes, utensils and stocked for cooking
-Full size washer and dryer for your convenience (located in the garage)

This retreat cottage home is fully stocked with all the essentials to make you feel at home including body wash, shampoo, conditioner, blow dryer, iron, ironing board, full length mirrors, etc.

Check in fast and hassle free when you arrive using the smart lock.

What makes this property unique

This home is perfectly located in a quiet, safe family friendly neighborhood yet close to all the action in the DFW. The neighborhood offers lots of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. It is just 5 minutes from UT Dallas, 5 minutes to great restaurants , 10 minutes to DART, 15 minutes to SMU, 20 minutes to Parkland Hospital, 25 minutes to Downtown Dallas, 30 minutes to DFW airport, and 35 minutes to Cowboys Stadium.

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