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Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home!

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Brownsville Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2.5BA | 3,000 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access
Front Covered Patio
Living Room | TV | Back Patio Access
Living room
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Brownsville, TX
  • Place, Valley Baptist Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gladys Porter Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Camille Lightner Playhouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Brownsville, TX (BRO-Brownsville-South Padre Island Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home!

Let the troubles of everyday life drift away when you stay at 'La Hacienda at Ebony Haven,' a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, ranch-style vacation rental, less than 30 miles from South Padre Island and Boca Chica Beach. Surrounded by woods and nature preserve land, this home is perfect for birdwatching and encountering Green Jays, Great Kiskadee Flycatchers, and Chachalaca bird species. This home boasts an expansive backyard and classic mid-century original furnishings with plenty of space for the family!

-- THE PROPERTY --

3,000 Sq Ft | Step-Free Access | On-Site Birdwatching

A relaxing Brownsville vacation awaits you at this ranch-style home, perfect for families looking to explore the endless nearby attractions!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 4: Twin Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered patio, shaded backyard, patio furniture
INDOOR LIVING: 2 TVs, DVD player, VCR, piano, puzzles, games, books, 2 dining tables, desk
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, blender, tea kettle, toaster, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Washer & dryer, central heating & air conditioning, hair dryer, linens, towels
PARKING: Carport (2 vehicles), driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

SUN & SAND: Boca Chica Beach (24.4 miles), Isla Blanca Beach (27.2 miles), Playa Blanca (27.2 miles), Jetties South Padre Island Tower (27.2 miles), Playa Costa Azul (28.5 miles), Andy Bowie County Park (29.8 miles), Edwin King Atwood Park (31.4 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Resaca De La Palma State Park & World Birding Center (7.7 miles), Boca Chica State Park (22.8 miles), Laguna Vista Nature Trail (24.8 miles), South Padre Island Birding And Nature Center (29.7 miles), Laguna Madre Nature Trail (29.9 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Gladys Porter Zoo (1.5 miles), Brownsville Museum of Fine Art (1.7 miles), Children's Museum of Brownsville (1.9 miles), Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park (8.1 miles), Port Isabel Lighthouse (23.1 miles), Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier (23.1 miles), Beach Park At Isla Blanca (26.4 miles), Dolphin Watch Point (26.4 miles), Sea Turtle, Inc. (29.4 miles), National Butterfly Center (69.2 miles)
OFF-SHORE: Osprey Fishing Trips (26.4 miles), Danny B Fishing Charters (27.1 miles), Always a Catch SPI Fishing Charters (27.3 miles), Fishing Guide South Padre Island (28.6 miles)
AIRPORTS: Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport (5.3 miles), Valley International Airport (26.9 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking, open flames, or outdoor grilling
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Because this home is located on a nature preserve, there is no cable or WiFi, just local TV channels. Cell phone reception is excellent

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home!?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home! on 6 June 2026 start from AU$174, 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 Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mid-Century Hideaway: Spacious Brownsville Home! located?

Situated in Brownsville, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Valley Baptist Medical Center, Camille Lightner Playhouse and Gladys Porter Zoo. Dean Porter Park and Historic Brownsville Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

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

Boca chica house (chachalaca)

It's setback away from everyone, quiet, has a lot of birdwatching, the house is very roomy even though it's an older home it is very comfortable and this is our sixth time staying there
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar 2024
From the owner: ''Thank you so much for visiting us again, Lydia! We appreciate faithful guests like you; you are helping us to preserve and maintain this historic homestead!''
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

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

Peaceful getaway

This property is beautiful, both the location and the interior. It was very comfortable and relaxing. The owners responded to questions very quickly and were so very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

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

Clean and spacious!

Super clean and spacious.! Our group of seven was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Spaciousness

Very nice spacious and well kept property. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

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

Vintage

Nice old fashioned place. Felt like I was in the 60's with all of the furniture and appliances. Nonetheless it was nice to be different from the norm for a change.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

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

Brownsville

Boca chica Blvd house is great for family gathering
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Leticia R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Spider sanctuary

It was very spacious for our big family and it was at a great location. It was disappointing that we had to sign a waiver that was not disclosed at the time of booking of the property. If the waiver was presented before booking we never would of booked this place. There was spiders all throughout the house as big as palm size. Spiders in the beds, window sills, and the kitchen. Since there is a cleaning fee we expected the property to be more clean as there was dust everywhere, cobwebs, and hairs found in the made beds.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2021
Owner’s Response: “Hi Leticia, We are disheartened that the experience you recently had at La Hacienda at Ebony Haven was not a positive one. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention so that we may address and correct them. This home is part of a larger 4-acre property which is characterized by a native South Texas habitat harboring prickly vegetation as well as the critters that make their homes there. To preserve the original feel of the land and protect the wildlife, we felt it necessary to provide a waiver to allow all involved to be protected. In times of drought or even excessive rain, the surrounding field area can get dusty. Dust can collect outside in the open areas and on window sills. Our cleaning staff has been very reliable. We have had a conversation and have reinforced our expectations. The busy Summer schedule is no excuse for lack of thoroughness. We have used the same professional pest control service for several years. In between their service calls, we self-apply additional treatments which are documented in a maintenance log posted at the house. Again, we apologize for what you experienced and we would like to offer a full refund for the cleaning fee. We hope you will visit us again another time, taking advantage of all the attractions the area has to offer (South Padre Island, world-class Gladys Porter Zoo and nature preserves, SpaceX as well as a resident wild turkey right there on the property!) Sincerely, The Works Family”
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
property was outstanding outside space awesome. but the smallest BR was missing a bed. all in all I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Orlando A.

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

Thanksgiving visit

Home was nice, location was great for us, would be nice to see some upgrades, had an issue on the last day, spoke with the owner and made him aware , overall would come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hidden property in the middle of town.

The house worked out fine for my group. There was a broken bed rail in the room right next to the living room. I did not see this in the description. The floor covering is about to come up in the entrance by the garage from what appears to be wear and tear and possible some previous flooding. I thought the kitchen was really underequipped. There were not enough plates for us to serve 6. I did not want to use the dishes in the cabinet that appeared to be some type of china. Pot and pans were limited. Basic glasses, water glasses did not exist. Spending $30.00 for dished at a thrift store could really help this place. There was a hodge podge of glasses, not really any big enough to call an ice tea glass. I thought there were not enough trash bags in the kitchen. Toilet paper we did find near the washer, but did no see any extra in the back bathroom. I liked the VCT flooring where you could sweep up, however, the flooring is in very poor condition. It worked fine for my group. The a/c in the main part of the house did not keep up very well. It seemed a little warm during the day. The large bedroom a/c worked very well, even on the lowest setting. I think the beds were ok, I did not have any complaints except for the one with the broken rail. I did pull the cover back and take a picture within an hour of arrival. To me it appeared that this house had water in it at one time. I am a contractor and could see the cabinets in the master bath appeared to be delaminating on the bottom at the make up table. This did not affect my stay, the cabinets just appear worn and could use an update. For my group this house was just a place to catch a quick bite and spend the night, our days were spent away from the home. We did not find the furniture in the living room comfortable to sit in, however, I know this is a rental and for cleaning purposes, I understand that you have to keep furniture that can be cleaned on a regular basis. Overall the house worked fine for my group and I would stay there again when in town because the price was right. I would just bring more supplies. I was disappointed that the house has no outdoor grill with the open flame policy. And did cover this before staying there. It would have been great to have a grill located away from the house, maybe cemented in the ground so it could not be moved?
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Weekend in Brownsville

The house is exactly as advertised. You feel like you are stepping back in time! Walking in, I was instantly transported back to my childhood, thinking I was walking into my grandparents home, complete with Avacado Green stove! The grounds are amazingly unique. You feel like you are in remote, wooded area. Beautiful and peaceful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian H.

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

Birders' Nature Reserve

Any nature-loving group of people would enjoy living here: families,birding clubs and those weary of technology. The owners even supply bird feed and feeders ! The big colorful tropical birds in Brownsville only come close if they see food--very amusing. The beds are comfortable and the ranch-style house offers lots of room. The friendly caretaker for this private family reserve is available for any property information or concerns.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

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

Boca Chica - Brownsville

2nd time stay, always great for family gatherings, instead of trying to visit everyone else, they can come on over for dinner. Need to leave a solar Light on or two at the street drive though. Hard to find ,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Excellent place for our family

We could not have found a better place to stay in Brownsville Texas. The house and the grounds are excellent. It would also be a totally productive setup for any journalist do stores around Brownsville. The dinning room would be a fine work area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda L G.

Amazing!

This home was amazing. It was perfect for our family gathering with lots of room to visit. I loved the character of the home with the old furnishings. I will definitely book this again next year.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lydia C.

Roomy and central location

Roomy and good location, family gathering was made comfortable and the yard was great for the kiddos, just need a small pool, will have to buy one for the next trip
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie F.

Great place to stay during a visit to Brownsville, TX

My family enjoyed this home and our visit in Brownsville, TX.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Edith L.

great stay for wedding and thanksgiving

We had a wonderful stay here for a quick trip for a family wedding and thanksgiving. House is huge and plenty of room for all of us to spread out! the property has an amazing yard that we thoroughly enjoyed!! pretty centrally located in brownsville! The house itself is pretty vintage-y so just know that. For us that was fun and we enjoyed all the knick knacks! (no wi-fi or cable fyi) . Will def stay again here when coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

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