Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease

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A spacious room with large windows, a dining area with wooden furniture, and a cozy seating area with cushions.
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A modern house with a deck, large windows, and a chimney.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a desk. It features large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious library with high ceilings and exposed beams, featuring a central reading area with a round table and bookshelves filled with books.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Washington, TX
  • Place, Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Star of the Republic Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hillside Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Washington

Located in Washington, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Star of the Republic Museum and Museum of the American G. I. are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Windy Winery and Legendary Oaks Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Anderson Track and Field or Aggie Softball Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Map
Washington, TX

What's nearby

  • Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Star of the Republic Museum - 11 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Horlock History Center - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Hillside Park - 20 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Santa's Wonderland - 31 min drive - 39.4 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildflyer Mead & Beer - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Carroll's Giant Burger - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Garage Burger Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rail & Rye - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Red Board Tavern & Table - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem on the prairie, a house of light and ease located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Washington on the Brazos State Historical Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Star of the Republic Museum and Hillside Park. Antique Rose Emporium and Fanthorp Inn State Historic Site are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So amazing we are going again in 6 weeks for an extended stay. Totally reccomend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2026
Looking forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Eclectic mix of design that we loved. Woke up to deer outside the windows and looked at the stars one night. Have already shared pictures with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2026
Thank you for being such great guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hidden Gem truly is a gem! We arrived in the evening and walked in to find one of the most lovely VRBOs we’ve ever stayed in. Every effort was made to make us feel at home. Hillary had not only left the place immaculate but fresh cut flowers adorned every room. She left us a dozen delicious fresh eggs and fresh herbs and veggies from her garden. The architecture of the home is so unique and from the comfy bed we felt we were staying in a treehouse. We had such a lovely stay that we are trying to plan another trip to the area just to have the opportunity to stay in this gem of a place. We highly recommend it to anyone needing a place close to Navasota, Brenham or Washington.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome!

Exactly what we wanted.Love the wildlife. Curtains in shower could be a lot thicker!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2025
Curtains on the windows or towards the room?
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Country Getaway

Our church booked this property for our guest pastor to stay at when he was visiting to preach a revival. He LOVED the property! He enjoyed the serene surroundings with all of the windows, the wrap-around porch and the privacy the property offered. He sent pictures to his family and his wife was envious of the bathrooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Where the blacktop ends

The host was welcoming; the house is on a beautiful piece of property and has everything you need; and it is close to everywhere we wanted to go (Washington-on-the-Brazos, Navasota and Brenham). Recommend for a couple or a girls' weekend. I found myself singing a Keith Urban song in my head during my stay, which I think describes the feeling of this rental: "Gonna kick off my shoes and run in bare feet Where the grass and the dirt and the gravel all meet Goin' back to the well, gonna visit old friends And feed my soul where the blacktop ends"
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2024
Richelle is a perfect guest. She is certainly welcome back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wedding weekend

Everything was great there were fresh eggs, honey, and vegetables waiting on the counter. The home was very unique the design and architecture was amazing. The only thing I wish was done, if they mowed a trail around the house, I realized the wildflowers were blooming but a path to walk out of the high grass would have been a plus. Also if the trails that they mapped out were mowed the wives might have wanted to take a walk. But overall a great hidden gem to relax away from the city noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun times in the wilderness

Great place! From the start the host was great and communicative, and we were able to check in and check out at times that worked great for us. The house itself was wonderful, very different from what I'm used to. Definitely beware with the wifi, as warned this house is not set up for that, so drive out to a coffee shop in Navasota if you need to work. The full on floor to ceiling windows with no curtains were quite the vibe, absolutely lovely during the day. Thank you for the eyemasks! Double shower was awesome, and just the overall aesthetic of everything in the house was dope Thanks so much
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden “Gem” is accurate!

I couldn’t believe how wonderful this house was when we walked in! That was my first WOW moment! As we toured the rest of the home all I could say/think was “WOW.” I had never seen anything like this. We spent 5 nights, never ate a meal outside of the house. With no tv, we watched the birds at the bird feeder, listened to the wonderful library of music. We just unplugged. The antiques and the architectural elements of this house were mind blowing. We hope to return very soon! Another thing I’d like to point out is this is very handicap/wheelchair accessible. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed in a lot of places, but this one will stay in our hearts forever.Everything about this place felt magical—from the floor-to-ceiling windows and incredible kitchen to the greenhouse, wildlife, gardens, and beautiful artwork. You could truly feel the love and soul that have been poured into this home and property.The fresh eggs, flowers, and honey were such a thoughtful touch (we made the most delicious frittata with the eggs!). We left with our hearts so full and so many wonderful memories. Thank you for sharing such a special place with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2026
I am so glad that you had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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