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Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU

Family-friendly stay with water park in Stephenville

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A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a gas stove, and a range hood.
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A house with a porch, two wooden chairs, a black door, and a small garden with plants.
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a television in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1660 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Stephenville, TX
  • Place, Tarleton State University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephenville City Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Erath County Courthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stephenville

In Stephenville .Stay at this Stephenville vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tarleton State University and 2 miles (3 km) of Jaycee City Park. Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville and Stephenville Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tarleton State University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cowboy Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stephenville Public Library - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stephenville City Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Erath County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Purple Goat - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peacock's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lucky's Coffee Company - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hard Eight BBQ - ‬4 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.

Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU

Welcome to The Howdy House — a family- and pet-friendly 3BR home with a massive private backyard, game room, and fire pit. Perfect for Parents Weekend, graduations, game days, or a fun Stephenville getaway.
Inside, you'll find a cozy living room, smart TV, fully equipped kitchen, and themed décor celebrating Stephenville’s cowboy roots, the famous 2008 UFO sightings, and Tarleton pride.
Step outside to a huge, fenced backyard featuring a gas fire pit with Adirondack seating, string lights, gas grill, oversized Connect 4, cornhole, soccer goal, and even a roping dummy — the ultimate setup for game night or starlit BBQs. The game room includes a 3-in-1 table (pool, ping pong, air hockey), dart board, board games, oversized Jenga, and bar-height seating.

Perfect for couples, families, alumni, or visiting faculty, The Howdy House is more than a place to stay — it’s a fun-filled experience that captures the spirit of Stephenville, Texas.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking on the property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,660 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties unless approved by host
No pets on furniture
Primary renter must be 21

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $75 per pet. No pets on furniture, Must pick up an

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Must have at least 1 adult staying with children

Events

Events allowed
Parties / Gatherings must be approved by host

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking on the property

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Parties / Gatherings must be approved by host
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. Note from host: Parties / Gatherings must be approved by host For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU to the airport?

This vacation home is 92.9 mi (111-min drive) away from the Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.7 mi (10-min drive) from Stephenville Club Lake Beach.

Does Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU to downtown Stephenville?

This vacation home is 0.9 mi away from Stephenville.

Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bethany K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was tidy and clean for our stay. We had everything we needed, all the amenities were there. The beds we very comfortable and the AC worked great! Would definitely stay again, it was the perfect stay for what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donya T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful and fun place to stay. We were able to easily walk back and forth to Tarelton campus! Super clean and beautifully decorated as well as equipped with everything you need. We will definitely be staying again! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lani H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a small family gathering! Game room is super fun, backyard is spacious with so much to do. A/C works great. Kitchen fully stocked. Adorable decor. Street is very busy and parking can be a bit tricky. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was really great to work with and very accommodating! We had several challenges on our end and you guys were really helpful!!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best stay at Howdy House! The bedrooms are adorable, with comfortable beds and luxurious bedding. The home is thoughtfully set up with plenty of space to truly make yourself at home. The shared spaces were just as wonderful! There were lots of fun things to enjoy in the game room and backyard. Everything was spotless, and the owners communicated clearly and promptly. I would absolutely recommend Howdy House to anyone looking for a place to stay in Stephenville!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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