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Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU

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A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan. - Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU (Stephenville)
A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a television in the background. - Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU (Stephenville)
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains. - Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU (Stephenville)
A house with a porch, two wooden chairs, a black door, and a small garden with plants. - Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU (Stephenville)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a gas stove, and a range hood. - Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU (Stephenville)
Take advantage of a water park, a firepit and a garden at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom154 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$559
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

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About this property

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stephenville is home to this holiday home. Stephenville Historical House Museum and Dublin Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit South Loop Mall and Bosque River Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Century Park and J&D Golf course. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Stephenville travel guide
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Stephenville, TX

What's nearby

  • A park with a paved path, trees, and a grassy area.
    Stephenville City Park
    3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Tarleton State University
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cowboy Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jaycee City Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Erath County Courthouse
    3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    4 min drive
  • Buffalo Wild Wings
    18 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    12 min walk
  • Peacock's Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Firehouse Subs
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$559, including 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.

How much is parking at Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Howdy House · Huge Yard · Gameroom · Near TSU located?

This family-friendly Stephenville holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tarleton State University, Jaycee City Park and Cowboy Park. Harvey Playground and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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