The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M ..

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, white cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
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A modern living room with a brick fireplace, a grey sofa, and a dining area with a wooden table.
A modern dining area with a wooden table set for six, surrounded by black chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel range, and a built-in oven.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bee Creek Park
Sleeps 124 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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College Station, TX
  • Place, Bee Creek Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas A&M Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas A&M University - College Station
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M ..

Short-Term Rental Permit #STR2024-000233

Your Aggieland Home Base

Welcome to The Howdy Retreat, a spacious 2,400 sq ft family-friendly vacation rental in College Station, Texas, just minutes from Texas A&M University, Kyle Field, Blue Bell Park, Reed Arena, and Davis Diamond.

With room for up to 12-16 guests, multiple living areas, a game room, backyard fire pit, and plenty of parking, The Howdy Retreat is designed for Aggie game days, sports tournaments, family gatherings, Ring Day, graduations, campus visits, and group getaways.

Whether you're traveling with family, friends, alumni, or a youth sports team, you'll have the space to relax, play, and enjoy Aggieland together.

Why Groups Love The Howdy Retreat
-Sleeps 12 comfortably but up to 16 guests
-4 spacious bedrooms + sleeper sofa
-2 living areas + garage game room
-Ping-Pong, foosball, arcade & board games
-75" Smart TV + Smart TVs throughout
-Private backyard with fire pit & yard games
-Custom Aggie mural and "Gig 'Em" photo wall
-Fully equipped kitchen
-Ample driveway, garage & street parking
-Quiet neighborhood close to Texas A&M and sports venues

Sleeps 12–16 | Comfortable for Families & Groups

Primary Suite
-King bed
-Smart TV + workspace
-Ensuite bathroom with soaking tub & walk-in closet
-Pack ’n Play + infant tub

Bedroom 2
-King bed
-Smart TV
-USB charging stations

Bedroom 3
-Two queen beds
-Full-length mirror

Bedroom 4 – Bunk Room
-Two twin-over-twin bunk beds
-Storage dresser
-Perfect for kids and teammates

Additional Sleeping
-Sleeper sofa in the second living area

Game Room & Entertainment
There's plenty to keep everyone entertained between games, events, and adventures around Aggieland.

-75" Smart TV + oversized sectional
-Second living area with 50" Smart TV
-Garage game area with Ping-Pong
-Foosball
-Pac-Man arcade with 14 games
-Board games & books for all ages
-Neon "Gig 'Em" photo spot

Backyard Fun
After a day at Kyle Field or exploring College Station, head outside to relax and enjoy:

-Fire pit + Adirondack chairs
-Outdoor dining for 6
-Lounge seating for 8
-Cornhole
-Giant Jenga
-Connect 4
-Custom Aggie mural — perfect for group photos

Cook, Dine & Gather
The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to feed the whole group.

-Gas stove
-Full cookware
-Keurig + drip coffee maker
-Blender + toaster
-Kid-friendly dishes
-Dining table for 6
-Bar seating for 4

Prime College Station Location
Stay close to the places that bring you to Aggieland:

-Texas A&M University & Kyle Field
-Blue Bell Park
-Reed Arena
-Davis Diamond
-Bryan Regional Athletic Complex
-Travis Fields
-Restaurants, coffee shops, shopping & nightlife

Fall 2026 — High-Demand Aggie Weekends

Planning an Aggie football weekend, Ring Day, or graduation? Book early. College Station's biggest weekends can fill months in advance, and several 2026 dates are already reserved.

Texas A&M Football at Kyle Field
-Missouri State — September 5, 2026
-Arizona State — September 12, 2026
-Kentucky — September 19, 2026
-Arkansas — October 3, 2026 - BOOKED
-The Citadel — October 17, 2026
-Tennessee — November 14, 2026 — BOOKED
-Texas — November 27, 2026

Texas A&M Gameday Shuttle Access
Coming for an Aggie football game? One of the biggest advantages of The Howdy Retreat is its access to the Texas A&M gameday transportation system.

The Howdy Retreat is located on a Texas A&M gameday shuttle route, making it easy to get to Kyle Field without having to deal with gameday parking and traffic.

Texas A&M gameday shuttles are free and typically begin approximately 3 hours before kickoff and continue through 1 hour after the game. Service operates throughout the game, making it easy to leave your vehicle at the house and enjoy Aggie Game Day.

Gameday routes and stops can change from game to game, so we recommend checking the Texas A&M Transportation Services website before your visit for the latest route maps, schedules, and service information.

Aggie Ring Day
-October 9–10, 2026
-November 6, 2026

Celebrate one of Texas A&M's most cherished traditions with family and friends just minutes from campus.

Texas A&M Graduation
-August 8, 2026
-December 11–12, 2026

Bring the whole family together to celebrate your Aggie's big accomplishment with a comfortable home base rather than splitting your group between multiple hotel rooms.

With some of the biggest 2026 weekends already booked, don't wait until the last minute to secure your preferred dates at The Howdy Retreat.

Good to Know
-No pets allowed
-Two exterior security cameras (front + driveway)
-Single-step entry to the main living area
-Fireplace currently unavailable
-Check-in: 4 PM
-Check-out: 12 PM

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 3595081vb
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

About the area

College Station

Holleman - Dobrovolny, a neighbourhood in College Station, is home to this holiday home. Texas A&M Golf Course and Grand Station Entertainment are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lemon Tree Park and Anderson Athletic Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Santa's Wonderland, or head to an event or a match at Kyle Field. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling and horse riding nearby.
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College Station, TX

What's nearby

  • Lemon Tree Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bee Creek Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Texas A&M Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Texas A&M University - College Station - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • George Bush Museum at College Station - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • Whataburger
  • ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • Panda Express

Frequently asked questions

Is The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M .. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M ..?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M ..?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M ..?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Howdy Retreat at Texas A&M .. located?

Located in Holleman - Dobrovolny, this family-friendly College Station holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lemon Tree Park and Anderson Athletic Park. Texas A&M University - College Station is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for a guys’ weekend. Host was responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home! Lots of space and great outdoor area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and very clean. The host was also very responsive to questions and gave useful suggestions for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey G.

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

Great place to stay in Aggieland

Great stay, with amazing hosts! If you are looking for a good Aggieland stay, this is the place. Great location, and very comfortable accommodations. Cool house too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

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

Great Place

Enjoyed our stay. Fun property for kids and close to everything in CS.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marcie and Rene were very helpful and the house was great! The whole family had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Great Family Weekend

Property was perfect for our family & friend weekend in College Station. Communication with homeowner was quick and they were extremely helpful with our specific needs. Would definitely book a stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

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

Family Weekend/Ring Day

Such a great property! All the amenities and a quiet neighborhood. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Howdy Sam! It was a pleasure hosting your family for the weekend as you celebrated Ring Day. We hope to have you back for a future stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beau B.

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

Great property an great people to deal with

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Perfect Game Day house

We had whole family in town for ring dunk and A&M game. Location was easy to get to and house accommodated us well. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Howdy Tammy! We are so happy that the Howdy Retreat suited your needs for your trip to Aggieland. We’d love to have you back for an upcoming stay. P.S. our books are open for the 2024 football season!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

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

Family friendly

Great visit with college friends and their kids
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

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

Great family weekend

Wonderful quick weekend trip with the family. Great house for our family. Plenty of space. Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The location was perfect—close to the university. There was tons of games and entertainment. The house itself had plenty of space and lots of sleeping options, which worked out great for our group. Communication with the owners was excellent—they were quick to respond and made the whole process smooth and easy. Overall, it was the perfect spot for our trip, and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to stay while in town to drop our oldest son at college! Clean, comfortable, many fun activities for the younger kids. No one wanted to leave. Thank you for making our last weekend with our son so memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vickie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, various restaurants close by, close to Santa’s Wonderland, large fenced in backyard with fire pit and barbecue pit, which we did not use, but a nice perk! Clean area with comfortable beds and plenty of bathrooms. Plenty of seating space in backyard and inside living area. Ideal for large families or a few class reunion couples. Great cartoons for toddlers on TV. Teenagers enjoyed ping pong table in garage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shanielle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marcie and Rene are amazing hosts! I had some issues while booking, but they went above and beyond to make sure I was able to reserve their property for my graduation weekend. The home was clean, spacious, and the backyard was perfect for playing games and spending time with family. I truly appreciate their hospitality and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

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

Perfect Howdy Experience

We were in College Station for my son’s New Student Conference at Texas A&M University. It was his grandparents first time in town. Staying at the howdy house was a great experience. The house was cozy, clean, and decorated beautifully. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Caitlyn's Graduation

The house was perfect for a Celebration of my daughter's graduation. Very cozy places to sit and eat and just have a fun time hanging with family and friends. We did not get to utilize the backyard due to weather, but the yard was cute and looked exactly like the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

Great stay for Aggies' destruction of Mizzou - October 2024

The property was a great place for our group of 8+ guys. House was very clean and well-appointed. Sleeping arrangements were comfortable and entertaining space was excellent - especially the back yard. Close enough to walk to Kyle Field (though we chose to drive and park at the Chicken). Owners Marcie and Rene were very responsive and friendly. 5-stars all around - we'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donia G.

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

Great house, with great amenities ❤️

This house has everything that you would need and more. My granddaughters loved the bunk room and play room. My grown children loved everything about the design of the house along with the ping pong table and foosball table. We loved having all the extra space to accommodate everyone very comfortably. Thank yall so much for this great property and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeny M.

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

Best Aggie Home Retreat

If you are looking for a superior home with a lot of entertaining space then this is the place for you! From the minute I booked this home the owners were in constant communication. The house has 4 large bedrooms with some of the most wonderfully comfortable beds I have ever slept in. The house sleeps 12 comfortably. The open concept floor plan is very welcoming. The back yard has several sitting areas. We spent so much time around the fire pit in oversized Adirondack chairs. The home is located minutes from popular restaurants as well as campus. If I could give this renal 10 stars I would. You will be seeing us again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichola S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joni S.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marcie & Rene

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Howdy! My husband, Rene, and I have always enjoyed welcoming friends and family to our home, and we are excited to have the opportunity to extend our hospitality to you and your group.

We love travel, college football, and exploring new places as a family. If you have any questions about our property or things to do in the area while you're in town, feel free to reach out.

Thanks & Gig 'em,
Marcie & Rene

Why they chose this property

-The neighborhood is quiet with no thru traffic, offering a peaceful stay.
-The backyard backs up to a dry creek and park, providing a relaxing and scenic atmosphere.

What makes this property unique

Your Aggieland Home Base

Whether you're in town for Texas A&M athletics, spring tournaments, university events, or a family celebration, The Howdy Retreat is the perfect College Station short-term rental. With spacious rooms, fun amenities, and a prime location near campus and sports venues, your group will feel right at home in Aggieland.
Book your stay today and experience true Texas comfort!

Guest Access:

-Guests enjoy full, private access to the entire home:
-Private entrance
-Fully equipped kitchen
-Two living areas + game rooms
-In-unit washer & dryer
-Backyard patio with seating, fire pit & grill
-Garage with Ping-Pong table
-Free covered garage, driveway, and street parking available.
-Smart lock access — code provided prior to arrival.

Other Things to Note
-Quiet neighborhood with no thru traffic
-Backyard backs up to a dry creek & park
-Single step into/out of main living room
-Two exterior security cameras are in place

Languages:

English, Spanish

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