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Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Game room
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms5500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lubbock, TX
  • United Supermarkets Arena
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Texas Tech University
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • University Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lubbock, TX (LBB-Preston Smith Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lubbock

Tech Terrace stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Tech Terrace vacation home, you'll find Texas Tech University and Vietnam Archives at Texas Tech. United Supermarkets Arena and Buddy Holly's Grave are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Texas Tech University - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • United Supermarkets Arena - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jones AT&T Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Buddy Holly Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • University Medical Center - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Preston Smith Intl. Airport (LBB) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chimy's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech

Brand new to VRBO! Welcome to Golden Grace in Lubbock, Texas. Once the home of former Texas Governor Preston Smith, this 5,500 sq. ft. mansion is great for large families or groups. This phenomenal property boasts 5 bedrooms, including 4 king beds, 1 twin bed, and 2 queen beds, as well as a game room with an 8-person poker table and foosball table. Located directly across from the Texas Tech campus, guests will feel right at home. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like central heating & cooling, washer and dryer, an extremely large backyard with fish pond, games, books, smart TVs and WiFi. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at Golden Grace.

Property manager

Eric Herm

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5,500 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.7 mi (18-min drive) away from the Preston Smith Intl. Airport (LBB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech on May 10, 2025 start from $448.0, excluding 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.

Does Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech to downtown Lubbock?

This vacation home is 1.3 mi away from Lubbock.

Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana P., Las Cruces

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

My family stayed at this wonderful house for a couple of days. We were comfortable and it was a great location for us. Very nice house and easy communication with the property manager or owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Place

Loved the house and the history, very spacious. Will stay again on way back from Colorado
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025