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Howdy Retreat: Near A&M, Group Friendly, Spacious

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Outdoor dining
Interior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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College Station, TX
  • Bee Creek Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Texas A&M Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • George Bush Museum at College Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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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 Retreat: Near A&M, Group Friendly, Spacious

Short-term Rental Permit # STR2024-000233

Welcome to The Howdy Retreat – Your Home Away from Home in Aggieland!
Discover the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience at The Howdy Retreat, a spacious 2,400 sq/ft home thoughtfully designed for family gatherings, group celebrations, sports teams, and school events. Located just minutes from Texas A&M University and the best of Bryan/College Station, this beautifully decorated retreat offers everything you need for a relaxing, fun-filled stay.


Why Guests Love The Howdy Retreat
Spacious & Perfect for Group Gatherings!
Unlike cramped hotel rooms, The Howdy Retreat provides a true home-away-from-home experience, offering plenty of space. Whether you're in town for an Aggie Mom retreat, a family/roommate reunion, a sports tournament, an Aggie Gameday, or a special celebration, you’ll love the open floor plan, two indoor living spaces, and a fully stocked kitchen—perfect for socializing, dining, and making memories.

Ideal for Sports Teams & School Groups!
Traveling for a tournament or school event? The Howdy Retreat is a top choice for teams and families attending baseball, softball, and soccer tournaments, academic competitions, and Texas A&M events. Enjoy team meals in the spacious kitchen, bond over games and activities, and recharge in comfortable accommodations after a long day of competition.

Endless Entertainment for All Ages!
Boredom doesn’t exist at The Howdy Retreat! The home is packed with entertainment options for all ages:
✔ Ping pong table & foosball for friendly matches
✔ Pac-Man arcade game & board games for classic fun
✔ Toddler books & games for little ones
✔ Outdoor mural for Insta-worthy group photos

Comfort & Quality for a Restful Stay!
Each bedroom is designed for ultimate comfort, ensuring every guest gets a great night’s sleep:
🛏 2 King Beds in separate bedrooms
🛏 2 Queen Beds in the third bedroom
🛏 2 Bunk Beds in the fourth bedroom
✔ High-quality memory foam mattresses in every room
✔ Ample fresh towels, toilet paper, trash bags, cleaning supplies, and other essentials for a stress-free stay.

Prime Location – Minutes from Everything!
Enjoy a stress-free stay close to top attractions:
✔ Texas A&M, Kyle Field, Blue Bell Park & Reed Arena – Just minutes away!
🏟 Legends Event Center & Travis Fields – Great for sports teams.
🛍 Nearby shopping, restaurants & H-E-B (with EV superchargers)
✔ Perfect for Aggie football weekends, graduation, or one of the many spring/summer/fall events, this retreat is the perfect place to stay.

Relax & Unwind in the Backyard!
Step outside and enjoy the private backyard with no rear neighbors, backing up to a dry creek and park. Whether you're grilling on the patio, gathering around the fire pit, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting, this space is perfect for relaxation and outdoor fun.

Exceeding Expectations – 5-Star Hosting!
Guests rave about their experience, calling The Howdy Retreat “inside exceeding expectations” and a place they’ll “return to every year.” With a beautifully designed interior, aggie vibes, and every comfort in mind, The Howdy Retreat is the perfect home for making lasting memories. We take pride in being responsive, accommodating, and dedicated to making your stay seamless.

Additional Amenities for a Hassle-Free Stay
✔ Fully stocked kitchen – Ideal for group meals & celebrations
✔ Smart TVs with DirectTV & streaming options
✔ Plenty of comfortable seating for large groups
✔ Free parking & easy access to the TAMU bus route
✔ Quiet, no-thru-traffic neighborhood for added privacy & security

Upcoming Events – Stay with Us!
Planning to visit for a Texas A&M event or tournament? Book The Howdy Retreat for a comfortable, convenient stay!

-Aggieland Saturday (Feb 8, 2025) – Tour Texas A&M & experience Aggie life
-Aggie Moms Camp (Feb 21-23, 2025) – A unique retreat for Aggie moms to relax, connect with other parents, and participate in fun activities designed just for them!
-Aggie Ring Day (April 4-5, 2025) – Celebrate this special milestone
-Chilifest (April 4-5, 2025) – Enjoy Texas’ biggest country music festival!
-Family Weekend (April 12-14, 2025) – A perfect gathering place for Aggie families
-Aggie Muster (April 21, 2025) – A cherished Aggie tradition, Aggie Muster brings the A&M community together to remember and honor Aggies who have passed.
-Spring 2025 Graduation (May 8-10, 2025) – Stay together & celebrate in style

✔ Tournaments & Competitions – Perfect for teams attending local sports events!

-The Cup Soccer Tournament – February 7-29, 2025
-Triple Crown Sports: Bomber Shootout – March 1-2, 2025
-USSSA Aggieland Season Opener – March 8-9, 2025
-USSSA Spring Showdown – March 22-23, 2025
-USSSA Spring Classic – March 29-30, 2025
-Texas FFA State CDE Contest – April 26, 2025
-Aggieland Challenge Baseball Tournament – May 17-18, 2025
-4-H State Roundup – June 2-5, 2025

Other Details to Note!
⚠ Single step into and out of the main living room at each access point
✔ Check-in: 4 PM | Check-out: 12 PM
✔ No pets allowed to maintain a clean, allergy-friendly home
✔ Two exterior security cameras for guest safety & peace of mind
✔ Indoor fireplace currently pending service – thanks for your patience!

We can’t wait to host you at The Howdy Retreat! Book now for an unforgettable stay in Aggieland.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lemon Tree Park. Enjoy features like an arcade/game room. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Texas A&M University - College Station and a few minutes from Kyle Field
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Marcie & Rene

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Recycling
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Howdy Retreat: Near A&M, Group Friendly, Spacious Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family weekend
Wonderful quick weekend trip with the family. Great house for our family. Plenty of space. Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Caitlyn's Graduation
The house was perfect for a Celebration of my daughter's graduation. Very cozy places to sit and eat and just have a fun time hanging with family and friends. We did not get to utilize the backyard due to weather, but the yard was cute and looked exactly like the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beau B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property an great people to deal with
Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for Aggies' destruction of Mizzou - October 2024
The property was a great place for our group of 8+ guys. House was very clean and well-appointed. Sleeping arrangements were comfortable and entertaining space was excellent - especially the back yard. Close enough to walk to Kyle Field (though we chose to drive and park at the Chicken). Owners Marcie and Rene were very responsive and friendly. 5-stars all around - we'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Enjoyed our stay. Fun property for kids and close to everything in CS.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donia G., Glen Rose, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, with great amenities ❤️
This house has everything that you would need and more. My granddaughters loved the bunk room and play room. My grown children loved everything about the design of the house along with the ping pong table and foosball table. We loved having all the extra space to accommodate everyone very comfortably. Thank yall so much for this great property and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeny M., San Antonio, Texas USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Aggie Home Retreat
If you are looking for a superior home with a lot of entertaining space then this is the place for you! From the minute I booked this home the owners were in constant communication. The house has 4 large bedrooms with some of the most wonderfully comfortable beds I have ever slept in. The house sleeps 12 comfortably. The open concept floor plan is very welcoming. The back yard has several sitting areas. We spent so much time around the fire pit in oversized Adirondack chairs. The home is located minutes from popular restaurants as well as campus. If I could give this renal 10 stars I would. You will be seeing us again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Weekend/Ring Day
Such a great property! All the amenities and a quiet neighborhood. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Game Day house
We had whole family in town for ring dunk and A&M game. Location was easy to get to and house accommodated us well. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023