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A 1921 Craftsman with Charm in Tyler!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6153.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Tyler, TX
- UT Health Tyler12 min walk
- CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler13 min walk
- Tyler Junior College15 min walk
- Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)17 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Office 1
1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Separate dining area
About this property
A 1921 Craftsman with Charm in Tyler!
Welcome to Claire — a 1921 Craftsman filled with charm and a dash of Southern sass. Nestled beneath the trees of Tyler’s historic Charnwood District, she’s a gracious hostess with stories in her floorboards and hospitality in her bones. Inside, you’ll find two cozy bedrooms with just the right creak to remind you she’s been around the block, along with a moody study perfect for writing, working, or late-night scheming — complete with two sofa beds. The full kitchen is stocked for every mood, from coffee mugs to cocktail tumblers to that one glass that somehow makes water taste better. Vintage touches mingle with modern comforts, including Wi-Fi (because even a grand old lady keeps up with the times). A spacious yard invites sunrise coffee, sunset frisbee, and stargazing in between. Whether you’re sipping lemonade on the porch, curled up with a book in the study, or plotting your next East Texas adventure, Claire is ready to welcome you like the classy Southern lady she is…with a wink.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Tyler
Tyler is home to this holiday home. Liberty Hall and Discovery Place Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include McClendon House and Goodman-LeGrand House & Museum. Children’s Park of Tyler and Cotton Belt Depot Museum are also worth visiting.
Tyler, TX
What's nearby
- UT Health Tyler - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Tyler Junior College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Broadway Square Mall - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
- University of Texas at Tyler - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 17 min walk
- Wendy's - 16 min walk
- La Michoacana - 2 min drive
- Whataburger - 2 min drive
- Jumpshot Coffee - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Sandra Gonsalves
Hi there! I’m Sandra—a happily married mom of four, plus two fluffy “kids” of the four-legged variety: a sheepdog and a poodle mix who could pass for a tiny sheep. When I’m not wrangling kids or doling out belly rubs, you’ll find me with a book in one hand and a passport (or a fork) in the other. I love to write, read, and explore new places—especially if there’s good food involved. Hosting is my way of sharing a little slice of comfort, charm, and hospitality with fellow wanderers. Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or eat your way through town, I can’t wait to welcome you like an old friend!
Why they chose this property
I chose Tyler because it’s a little slice of East Texas magic—where rose gardens bloom bigger, sunsets linger longer, and Southern hospitality isn’t just a saying, it’s a way of life. It’s the kind of place where you can sip coffee on a shady porch in the morning, wander through historic streets by afternoon, and end the day with BBQ under a sky full of stars. I wanted to give guests a cozy home base to soak it all in, and my 1921 bungalow felt like the perfect match for this charming town.
What makes this property unique
Claire isn’t just a place to drop your bags—she’s a grand old soul, a 1921 Craftsman bungalow who’s been charming guests for over a century. Inside, she’s got all the comforts a modern traveler could want—cozy bedrooms with cloud-like mattresses dressed in crisp 100% cotton sheets, a sassy little study with extra sleeping space, and a kitchen ready for everything from slow Sunday breakfasts to late-night cookie raids. Gather in the formal dining room, where stories flow as easily as sweet tea and every meal feels a little more special. But step out back and you’ll see where she really shines—a yard so big, kids can run ‘til they’re giggling breathless, while grown-ups sip coffee, swap stories, or watch the sunset paint the sky. All of this sits in Tyler’s historic Charnwood District, where the trees are tall, the neighbors wave, and Southern hospitality isn’t just a gesture—it’s a way of life.
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