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The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 15195.1 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 15)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
+4
2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bunk Bed, 4 Single Murphy Beds and 1 Single 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
The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat
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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn the AC to 80 in the summer and 55 in the winter when you depart.
Trash cans are outside in the back of the house
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Brenham
Located in Brenham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Baylor University State Park and Jackson Street Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Book Nook and Dr. W.W. O'Donnell Performing Arts Center. Blue Bell Creameries and Hattie Powers Park are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, cycling and horse riding nearby.

Brenham, TX
What's nearby
- Toubin Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- The Book Nook - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Blinn College - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Blue Bell Creameries - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Brenham Heritage Museum - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 20 min walk
- Sonic Drive-In - 16 min walk
- Taquería el Rorro - 11 min walk
- Jack in the Box - 19 min walk
- Brazos Valley Brewing Company - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
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Verified
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jessica F.
4 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jessica F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denise O.
16 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Denise O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Taylor A.
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Taylor A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lauren L.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Hester A.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Hester A.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruby J.
27 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and cozy
Ruby J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jack R.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary
Jack R.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessie B.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Softball tournament
Jessie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol M.
1 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip to Round Top
Carol M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Monte T.
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Monte T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary H.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Round Top Stay
Mary H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stacey B.
1 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!!
Stacey B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather D.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home
Heather D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen O.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winderful
Kathleen O.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin B.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Darling house in Brenham
Erin B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
27 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Baseball tournament
Stephanie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura M.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Laura M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
30 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in a great town
Michelle S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erik R.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historic House Hideaway in Brenham
Erik R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara B.
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
8 classmates of 1980
Barbara B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan M.
30 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a weekend in Round Top
Megan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Val F.
23 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Ladies Retreat
Val F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
20 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Clover Carroll
We’re Clover and Rachel Carroll. We love Washington county and have lived here for over 20 years. We’ve worn many hats throughout the years. We were professional musicians in the band Back At The Ranch and writers for Texas Live Magazine where we wrote about Texas history and cool, off the beaten path, things to go, do, and see in Texas. We also produced and hosted a Texas travel show called “Down The Road”. You might see some of our stories and music at one of our bnbs. We currently have three bnbs available in Washington county; The Old Dairy, The Church House, and The Cotton Den. We hope you enjoy your stay and promise to give you a 5 star experience.
Why they chose this property
We love history and Washington county is the birth place of Texas. Every old home has a story to tell. This home was built the year President Roosevelt created the WPA on May 6, 1935. The majority of WPA projects built infrastructure, such as bridges, airports, schools, parks, churches, and water lines. In addition, the Federal Project Number One programs undertook theater, music, and visual arts projects, while other service programs supported historic preservation, library collections, and social science research. At the same time Missouri Synod Lutherans living in Brenham, William Penn, Giddings, Lincoln, and elsewhere to worship, started the process of establishing a place of worship in Brenham. On October 21st, 1934 this group of Lutherans met for worship at the home of W.H. Sehlke. 28 individuals were present for that first worship service which was conducted by Pastor C W Lukens of Navasota. Grace Lutheran Church was formed on April 23rd, 1935. The Church House is located directly across the street from The Church House. You will notice the stone work of the wall on the property is identical to the stone work on the church building which was typical of the style of work done by the WPA in 1935.
What makes this property unique
One of the unique feature of The Church House is the loft room that adds additional sleeping space and is a favorite for younger guests. One of the unique features of the fire ring is that it was once a water well that has now been filled in.
Languages:
English
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