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HoustonGem Private Pool+Hot Tub 20 Min to DT

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A spacious dining area with a high ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, and a modern chandelier.
Interior
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a wooden bench, and a stone border.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
A hot tub with a control panel, two lemons, and a digital thermometer.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Houston, TX
  • Place, Harwin Drive Shopping District
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Alfred Storey Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, NRG Stadium
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪40 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.

HoustonGem Private Pool+Hot Tub 20 Min to DT

Step into this 1976 Houston gem with modern flair, thoughtfully updated to blend vintage character with today’s comforts. The highlight of the home is a gorgeous private pool and hot tub, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or soaking up the Texas sun.

The home features 3 spacious bedrooms, each designed as a double-sleeping headquarters for groups and families.
2025 Update: The property now includes 4 full beds and 2 queen beds, offering flexible and comfortable sleeping arrangements.

Guests are welcome to inquire about 1-night stays and pet-friendly travel options.

Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, along with a washer and dryer for added convenience. Stay connected with high-speed AT&T internet, ideal for work or streaming.

The location offers easy access to major freeways, making it simple to explore Houston’s top attractions:

Houston Zoo – 20 minutes

Museum District – nearby

Smart Financial Centre – 18 minutes

Texas Medical Center – 21 minutes

NRG Stadium & Daikin Park – approx. 24 minutes

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, event, or extended stay, this home delivers comfort, convenience, and a private retreat close to everything Houston has to offer.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Harwin Drive Shopping District. Features include an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Westheimer Road and 14 minutes from Rice University
This vacation home offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Will not be tolerated.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Be sure to sign off of all used apps on televisions (i.e. Hulu, Netflix, Paramount ect. )
Please let us know of your departure. A short message saying " we have left" is suffice to help facilitate a swift cleaning.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All overnight guest + visitors must be accounted for in total traveler count Failure to do so ; could be subject to $60 per unauthorized guest
Unable to keep Jacuzzi lid on meanwhile unattended 2+HRs could result in minimum fine of $400 Please keep lid closed meanwhile NOT in use
Smoking is NOT permitted, No Houseparties, Appropriate swimware ONLY. Do not tamper w/ SURVELLIANCE (4 exterior cameras)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please disclose breed and age of pet in inquiry

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Shortest end of the pool is toddler-friendly!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No loud music / rowdy behavior/ glass by pool

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Will not be tolerated.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 18
Note from host: No loud music / rowdy behavior/ glass by pool
Long-term renters welcome
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 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
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.
Property Registration Number STR-26-000772

HoustonGem Private Pool+Hot Tub 20 Min to DT Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! Loved the high ceilings and the space was well kept and clean. Totally enjoyed every second of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very nice and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rasheda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We didn’t use the hot tub but the pool was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent set up and we loved the pool and hot tub
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful home. Ms. Jessica is the best host, very nice and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED this home! Will definitely return in the future. The whole process went very smooth
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

OUTSTANDING!!!

The home was beautiful very well put together we really enjoyed the stay. It accommodated all our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mae N.

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

Really nice place

Good community quiet neighborhood and it’s surrounded around a lot of stalls and everything is real real close to it so it’s a real nice place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NOLAN S.

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

Out of this world!

We had a great time at this place! The kids loved the pool and hot tub, and we were in a comfortable driving distance to anywhere we wanted to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

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

Great Pool Experience!

We had a great time at the Houston Gem! The pool is amazing and Jessica, our contact, was super responsive with any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raquel V.

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

Great!!

Loved this place! Super comfy and casual and modern. Family friends of 14-15 of us had a great time. Would def stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiel F.

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

5* Vacation Getaway

We had a great time at Jessica’s place again! The communication was super easy and quick and the place looks exactly like it does on the pictures. The neighborhood is very conveniently located. Would absolutely recommend to stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiel F.

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

Excellent property and location!!!

Had a great time in Houston at this property it was extremely clean and in a very good location. Very nice pool and everything in the house is up to date. Also the host very attentive and easy to communicate with!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Floyd O.

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

Home away from home

I love the location and the home very comfortable and convenient for me everything was clean and nice neighborhood quite no problem hope to be back one day
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jasmine B.

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

Good stay

Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathreen T.

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

Last minute get away

We booked this home for a last minute get away, everything was wonderful. Great communication with owners. The shallow end of the pool was perfect for kids playing or just relaxing. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

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

Great Host

The property was great. It was clean, good outdoors space, and had everything we needed. The host was amazing, great communicator and very kind. The check in and check out process was really easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Excelente

Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Great house

We had a great time staying at this well equipped house. Pool was fantastic, LED lights at night were fun. Plenty of room for relaxing and sleeping. Great communication with owner as well. Would love to return to this house, thanks for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn L.

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

Football trip

Very nice house as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Houston Stock Show Trip

We were there for our daughters stock show. Didn’t get to enjoy the pool and hot tub like we had hoped but when we did it was great! The house and all was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very nice place

!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamesha H.

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

Awesome space for family

The property was beautiful! Plenty of space. A wonderful quiet location. The host had every detail together for simple check in and overall. Would definitely recommend and will be back in the future! Thank you for hosting us. We had an awesome weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celina A.

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

Hometown Getaway

Your home was everything we hoped for. Pool was amazing our children loved the shallow end and had a great time. The house was beautiful and spacious. Thank you for allowing us to share it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021