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*NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard

Family-friendly vacation home in Stephenville with a water park

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Take advantage of a water park, a firepit, and a garden at *NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom154 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

*NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard

Welcome to The Howdy House — a fun, family-friendly 3-bedroom, 1-bath retreat located just steps from Tarleton State University and minutes from downtown Stephenville. Whether you're visiting for Parents Weekend, a Texans football game, or a relaxing getaway, this playful home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and entertainment.

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 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

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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 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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Stephenville is home to this vacation home. Stephenville Historical House Museum and Dublin Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit South Loop Mall and Bosque River Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Century Park and J&D Golf course. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Tarleton State University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jaycee City Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Stephenville City Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Erath County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • BRT Graham ST. Trailhead - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Peacock's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pattaya Thai Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is *NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at *NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is *NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard located?

This family-friendly Stephenville vacation 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 mi (2 km).

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*NEW* Howdy House | Walk to TSU, Gameroom & Yard Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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8.0

Location

Reviews

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

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