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Icelandic Aurora -Northern lights experience!
From the founders of SerendipTINY & Bonnie Lou Tiny house as featured on the popular TV show, Tiny House Nations! WELCOME to our newest home Icelandic Aurora - a northern lights experience in Magnolia Tiny House Village. Home has 400+ sqft on 1 story w/ 1 sofa bed and master bed on 1st floor, PRO-decor and furnished. You'll be mesmerized! Come enjoy the outdoors & experience the world of GLAMPING. All ages will feel the adventure awaiting! Great for couples and family getaways. Stars are bright!

Coastal Oasis Retreat -Unwind & Relax this Fall
COASTAL OASIS A perfect combination of luxury and comfort! A little hidden gem, a beautifully decorated, spacious new home. While enjoying your stay, take a short stroll down the street to go fishing, relax on the porch, soak in the water view, and enjoy the spectacular sunsets. Home includes: Open-concept floor plan for you to entertain or relax, gourmet modern kitchen, private patios off each retreat. 10 mins. to Kemah Boardwalk, 25 mins. to Galveston & many top rated restaurants close by

Lakefront house in the heart of Katy TX!
Escape to this stylish lakefront gem in Katy! Enjoy stunning views of a private artificial lake right in your backyard—perfect for peaceful mornings or sunset unwinding. This modern 2-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a private office, and 2 full baths. Nestled in a serene waterfront community with quick access to I-99, I-10, Katy Asian Town, shopping, dining, and more. Relax, recharge, and feel at home. Per the neighborhood policy, we are not able to accommodate any events.

"The Treehouse", a *Garden Oasis* near IAH & I-69.
Tired of business travel? The crowds & the noise? OK, admit it, you always dreamed of having a Treehouse. Relax in Kingwood, the “Livable Forest” immersed in lush, colorful landscaping and peace, quiet and serenity in your very own private second floor suite with a covered deck just 5 minutes from I-69 and 15 minutes from IAH. A secluded retreat ideal for the solo business warrior or a couple with business and/or family scheduling in NE Houston. Wake to the sounds of birds, not traffic.

Amazing gulf view, private space, close to Houston
This is a studio apartment with private entrance in beautiful, eclectic Bacliff. You're right on Galveston bay with an opportunity to wake up to Texas' most beautiful sunrises or just let the gulf air give you a moment of escape! The apartment has a full kitchen and bathroom (shower only). You'll have wifi and access to a washer and dryer. Bacliff is close to Galveston, Kemah Boardwalk, NASA, and (depending on traffic!) a 35 minute drive to downtown Houston or the Texas Medical Center.

Gated Retreat: Med Center/City View & Power Secure
Power is always on!! Enjoy the most comfortable Airbnb in Houston that’s in completely gated community. Cybex arc trainer, Full body Osaki 4d massage chair that was just renewed in 2025. Huge football field back yard dog park. a bayou with plenty of running,biking trails,full kitchen with steam dryer*no need to iron,5.00 uber to hospitals, 8.00 to stadiums and midtown. King size bed adjustable and massage. Full stand up shower or massage tub, full size chefs kitchen, 1.5 car garage.

Cozy Coastal Cottage, San Leon TX
Welcome to the Coastal Town of San Leon, a hidden treasure tucked away right on the Gulf. With this new build home, you can enjoy the water view, on any of our 3 porches. In the mood for fishing, take a short walk down the street and drop your line in the Galveston Bay. Drive 10 minutes to the famous Kemah Boardwalk. Have dinner at the trendy Pier 6 restaurant, 2 miles away. Or, take a short drive to Galveston (25 minutes away). This growing coastal city has so much for you to do.

Little River House - Peaceful Waterfront Oasis
Talk to sunsets and throw your dreams against the wall amid ancient oaks. Explore the open water with canoes, fish or simply enjoy the views. Whether for work or play you’ve found the perfect spot for a romantic weekend getaway or remote work with high speed WiFi & RoKu TV! Relax in cozy queen bed with crisp cotton linens & plenty of towels + spa like shower. A quiet retreat surrounded by nature yet close to Houston, Space Center, HMNS, La Porte, Medical Center, Airports & Baytown!

Riverside getaway between Houston & Galveston
Riverside Manor is a peaceful retreat outside of Houston, just 15 min from NASA and Galveston island. This self enclosed Guest suite has a private entrance, bathroom and kitchenette (no full stove). Exit through the kitchenette straight down to the river, where you can relax around the fire pit, fish in the Bayou or paddle a kayak (or 3). Property is raised up amongst the trees, surrounded by nature and peace. Can sleep 4 but best suited for one couple, families or 3 close friends.

Lakefront Guesthouse: Pool, BBQ, Bike
Lakefront Guesthouse with private access to the Lake. Spacious 1-Bed Suite (900sft) for peaceful and comfortable stay for your family (1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed). Can accommodate up to 4 adults or 5 people including kids Enjoy the Lakeview, Pool, Sunrise/Sunset, Grill and Patio. Please note, the Guesthouse is attached to the main house where we live. All the interior pictures are from the Guesthouse. Guests don’t share any space with us except the driveway and backyard.

Moonlight by the bay
"The whole group will enjoy easy access to all that Houston has to offer in this centrally located home. "MOON LIGHT BY THE BAY" Bungalow sleeps 6 guests, 2 SPACES FOR PARKING (free parking on street), and an open concept kitchen/living area. Perfect for entertaining family and friends. provides WiFi, a smart TV, and an outdoor seating area. Enjoy your stay by unwinding in the main bathrooms’ stand up shower and relaxing on the couch w/ your favorite book."

Bluefin Getaway (Home)
The Bluefin Getaway home is a nice little place that sits on a beautiful freshwater lake great for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and more. You can relax here but also get out to the great activities like, the Kemah Boardwalk, Space Center, Galveston, Fishing Galveston Bay, etc... Top rated restaurants like Pier 6 , Gihooleys and Topwater Grill. Gated access parking with room for a boat or any other water toy you might have for Galveston Bay!
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Beautiful Condo On Marina Bay

Elegant Escape

Quiet 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Private Apartment

Texas Medical Center Apartment

Houston Lakeside Living

Spacious Houston Suite|NRG|Med Center|Galleria|

Upscale Waterfront Condo on beautiful Clear Lake!

10 min NRG & MedCen Oasis in Downtown Houston
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Retro Diner Heated Pool/HotTub Deck

Kingwood Cottage - 10 mins from IAH - Water Front

Waterfront $ Heated Pool $ Theater | Smart Home

Modern & Charming Kemah Home Near Boardwalk

Library on the Lake

Gorgeous Lodge w/Heated Pool + Pier

WaterFront View Residential Home

The Crab Shack
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AmazingView ON Waterfront 2bed/2b & lit fish pier

Catchy 2bed/1Bath Water Front View

3bed2bath(5beds)Waterfront 310' lit fish pier

New renovated condo / lake view in Energy Corridor

1BR water-view/front with pool & balcony

Charming Waterfront 2 Bedroom Townhouse

Spacious Clear Lake Condo overlooking Marina

Fabulous, modern in amazing location 2bd/2b apart
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300 of Houston holiday rentals include wifi access
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Houston stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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