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The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House

Holiday home in Huntsville with kitchen and patio

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The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House provides amenities, such as an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom65 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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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.

The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House

Make yourself at home in one of the most unique and famous homes in all of Texas! The Cowboy Hat House, or "Hat House" as locals refer to it, is a one-of-a-kind, marvelous, 2-bedroom Huntsville getaway! Two queen bedrooms, living room, bathroom, game room, laundry room, and kitchen with all the essential amenities, this unique house is perfect for guests looking for a cool getaway.

Built by world renowned artist/builder Dan Phillips, and featured in Texas Highways, Texas Monthly, The New York Times, The Washington Post, Good Morning America, CNN and a multitude of other Texas, national, and international books, publications and tv shows!
Just a 1/2 mile off the I-45 and close to downtown, Huntsville's Cultural District, and Sam Houston State University!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 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.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 700 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please simply tidy up, gather used towels and place by washing machine, do dishes, gather and take out the trash and we'll do the rest!
Be sure to grab your cell phone chargers, stray socks, curling iron, etc., as well as food items. Feel free to leave any unopened beverages you don't want for the next guests!
Finally, please be sure to sign the guestbook, like us on Instagram, tell your friends, come again, and, most importantly, safe travels home!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Huntsville is home to this holiday home. Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Texas Prison Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ravens Nest Golf Club and Grand Pines Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum or Elliott T. Bowers Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Huntsville, TX

What's nearby

  • Ravens Nest Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sam Houston State University - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Huntsville Memorial Hospital - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Texas Prison Museum - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Elliott T. Bowers Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sbarro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Cabana - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The World-Famous Cowboy Hat House located?

Situated in Huntsville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Statue Visitor Center & Gift Shop and Sam Houston State University. Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Old Main Memorial are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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