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Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home

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Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Houston, TX
  • Place, Independence Heights
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Downtown Aquarium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home

New Listing! March 2022

We lived in this home for 14yrs until two months ago. We miss this home because our children were raised here and we love the space, layout, and outdoor patio 24x 24 covered deck. The house is located about 4 miles north of downtown near the 610n & 45n intersection. We are only about 2 miles from the Heights neighborhood, with plenty of great restaurants and things to do. In terms of the Texas Medical Center (TMC) we about a 20-25min drive to Memorial Hermann, St. Lukes, Texas Childrens, Methodist, Women's Hospital, etc. Downtown is only a 10-15 min drive which is where the Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, BBVA Soccer stadium, Midtown and Theater district are located.

The home is completely gated, which is perfect for those travelers with pets or children. The front gate has a automatic gate opener and we provider a remote for your use during your stay. The back area of the home has a large 24 x 24 deck that is great for entertaining family and just lounging around. The home has a large master bedroom with a 15x 10 walk in custom built closet. Three of the bedroom are on one side of the home the other is on the opposite and can be used as an office.

The area is going through a transitional phase, and property values have doubled in the past five years because of Its proximity to Downtown . Some neighbors can have music playing late into the night on the weekend. Also, an additional cleaning or stained towels will be subject up to a $150 fee.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 4 pets total)
$100 per pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This home requires a 3-night minimum. If you book for less than 3 nights, we will cancel the reservation, and you will not be eligible for a refund.

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
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
Property Registration Number STR-25-001914

About the area

Houston

Located in Houston, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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 Downtown Aquarium and Children's Museum of Houston. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Daikin Park or Toyota Center.
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Houston, TX

What's nearby

  • Independence Heights - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital - 7 min drive - 10.0 km
  • The Heights Theater - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • White Oak Music Hall - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Downtown Aquarium - 8 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Northline Transit Center/HCC Station - 12 min walk
  • Kinder Station - 15 min drive
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alamo Tamale Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chuck E. Cheese's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Playa El Cuco - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home?

As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home on 17 Apr 2026 start from AU$490, 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 Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Houston Dog Friendly Cottage & Gated and Cozy Home located?

Located in Northside, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of White Oak Music Hall, The Heights Theater and Memorial Hermann Greater Heights Hospital. Hobby Center for the Performing Arts and Market Square Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Northline Transit Center/HCC Station is 12 minutes by foot and Melbourne/North Lindale Station is 26 minutes.

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. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Najeyah

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

j l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 days, most enjoyable and lovely home. Hosts were extremely accommodating for whatever was needed. Spacious living quarters for a travel of 4 to 8 people, dog friendly was an added plus. Would recommend and will book again if ever in the Houston area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johanna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed this home. The owners were really helpful with any questions I had. Everything was beautiful and very clean.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was 100% perfect! Loved the house
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family stayed for a week at this home. We had a great experience. The host was quick to respond to any questions we had. She helped make our stay easy and had great recommendations. The property is incredibly dog friendly. It is in a good location to get to anything in the city. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Would stay again.

Great stay. Central location. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Perfect for us

Everything was exactly as advertised. We enjoyed being able to reconnect with relatives and enjoy the spacious pavilion.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus J.

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

Great space and location

Very accommodating hosts, lovely space. Exactly as advertised!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

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

Nice cozy home

The construction crew was very happy and impressed with the cleanliness and quick response time from hosts. Very easy process and very kind hosts.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Wedding weekend

We rented as home base for a wedding weekend with family and multiple events. It’s very roomy and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela L.

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

Houston

The place was super clean, cozy, and inviting. I really liked the decor! The beds were comfy, and having a walk-in closet was awesome—no more living out of our suitcases. The kitchen had everything we needed. The property manager was really helpful and checked in on us a lot. The location was a bit different than I thought; the neighborhood seemed a bit worn down, and the streets were pretty narrow—thank goodness my husband is a great driver! We even had a cute, friendly Doberman visiting us in the mornings and evenings. Huge thanks to Veronica and Rene for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greta H.

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

Houston Stay

Veronica and Rene were excellent hosts. We rented the house for our son’s graduation from college. The house was everything and more than listed. The amenities were great there wasn’t anything lacking. We only wished the weather had cooperated so we could utilize the outdoor space more. It is a great place when traveling with animals. We plan to come back during the summer. I would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy R.

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

Very Enjoyable

This was the perfect home for our family's Christmas get together and gatherings in Houston. Having our 89 year old grandfather join us and have a safe shower was important to us. We had plenty of room to have 11 gather from around the city and Country to have our family meals and celebration. Thank you for your warm and welcoming home.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michelle F.

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

items needed

Hello, The house itself was spacious and nice and we enjoyed our visit and thanks for opening up your house in the Houston area. It was perfect for entertaining for our family of 8. Thanks again! Also appreciate you for being so responsive when we had problems with the lock. Just afew maintence things. A light bulb was burned out in master bath. There was one flickering in the 2nd bathroom. Would be nice to have a few more towels and washcloths. We had to buy some. The shower liner in the main bathroom must leak as water always came through the back end and on to the floor. We put a towel on the floor when showering. The house and outdoor patio could use a deep cleaning. Also some cards and games would be nice. There were 2 counter chairs that were falling apart. We set the one chair to the side. Sorry for the items mentioned but just what we noticed to help for your future visitors. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro Z.

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

La casa bien. Los anfitriones una decepción

Todo bien. En la estancia. Al salir , nunca tuve ningún problema por una casa. Por una bolsa de comida que no sacamos , me cobraron 380 dólares. Dijeron que había gusanos ! Y comida detrás de los muebles erc. No convivo con la suciedad y menos en las condiciones que dicen. Error no sacar fotos. Luego no se que paso. Pero quien vive con ese olor que me avisan. No es la primera vez que intenta siempre cobrar algo más por nada. Pague la limpieza y se como dejo las cosas. En varias plataformas tengo good bien. Justo acá en esta saca parece que vivían les dejando pudrir todo. Porque sería así. No tengo problema con todo lo demás. Pero esto último me suena a abuso ojo con eso.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chelsey G.

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

A great Houston option!

Overall my group and I had a lovely stay! The owners were super communicative and responded to our inquiries in a timely manner. The house is big and has a lot of room. My one critique is that the home could use a deep clean. Aside from that, I’d say it’s a great choice if you are looking for a large home within close proximity to a lot of Houston’s best.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette R.

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

Nice house

Overall a nice house, plenty of room for a adult party of 7, not much in the way of essentials, such as Tupperware, silverware and and cooking spices, they have issues with the plumbing and request you throw all toilet paper in the garbage, we found that unacceptable and unsanitary, if they get that issue fixed, I would give Thema 5 out 5 stars
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Zak F.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Nice property, plenty of room inside. Awesome outdoor area in back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Veronica & Rene Rivera

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