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Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston

Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston

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Hopkins House was built in 1915.  Renovation completed July 2016.
Hopkins House 2nd floor apartment private entry is off rear awning covered deck
Single guest parking spot is adjacent to deck and staircase
Driveway to apartment parking
Hopkins House has 2 story front porch with bright red corbels

Overview of Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 453 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

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Houston, TX
  • Popular LocationToyota Center4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinute Maid Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGeorge R. Brown Convention Center6 min drive
  • AirportHouston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)29 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston

PLEASE NOTE: Hopkins House is a SITE HOSTED unit with SECURE off-street parking. RING motion activated security cameras installed on front and rear exterior of main house.

Three year permitted and inspected renovation of this historic 1915 Montrose home that took it down to its balloon framed, double ship lapped walls was completed in May, 2016.

Located in historic Avondale section of Montrose, named one of the "ten great neighborhoods in America" in 2009, this home is walking distance to many restaurants, bars (In fact there are 27 restaurants and 11 bars within 5 blocks of this house! ), and close to downtown Houston business, theater and convention (GRB) districts, NRG stadium and convention center, our world class medical center, shopping, arts and culture.

The property was remodeled to contain 2 apartments. This listing is for a fully furnished 570 ft2 apartment located on the 2nd floor with private entrance on the back side of main house off an elevated deck. The larger 1 bedroom Hopkins garage apartment is a separate listing.

This apartment has a kitchen/living area, 1 bedroom with queen bed, and 1 bathroom, all with 10’ ceilings, original longleaf pine floors and transom windows over interior doors. The apartment has a separate thermostat controlled heating and cooling system. The living area has a ceiling fan and sofa with pullout queen bed. The kitchen has granite countertops, an electric cook stove/oven, microwave and coffee maker (coffee provided). Bedroom has ceiling fan, large walk in closet and antique furnishings. Modern bathroom has large walk in tiled shower and granite countertops and has custom Canary hardwood floors. Besides furnishings the home has complete set of dishes, cookware, towels and linens. Secure high speed WiFi and HDTV provided. A laundry room with a washer, gas dryer and ironing board, shared with retired couple living in main house, is available by request. A selection of Houston reference books and novels are provided. Original light fixtures and a candlestick phone adorn the apartment.

A secure, single parking space provided behind home for cars with wheelbase less than 115” (no pickup trucks) The property has privacy/security fence with locked pedestrian and car gates. Plenty of street parking available.

DO YOU NEED A CAR? Not necessarily. Metro Bus 102 and 82 will get you from IAH airport to Hopkins House ($1.25 bus fare). Alternatively, the SuperShuttle group fare rate from airports to Montrose is the cheapest in Harris County. Metro Buses 82 and 56 arrive every 12-15 minutes at stops just a few short blocks away from Hopkins House. Bus 56 takes you to Museums and Zoo and medical center where you can switch to Metro rail line that can take you to NRG park, University of Houston or along Main St downtown. Bus 86 also takes you downtown. We provide our guests with $5 Metro Q-cards that allow cashless bus fare payment.
They can be preloaded at the local Kroger Grocery Store 1.3 miles from Hopkins house on West Grey St. Alternatively, downloading the Metro App lets you use your smartphone to pay. (Recently we had an Australian couple who used Metro exclusively, never renting or using Uber.) GO GREEN !!

This apartment is suitable for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. Sorry no pets (1 friendly outside cat lives on property).

Property manager

Ted Powell

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Apartment is not child proof.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
2 cats live outside on property. Uzzie and Mitze

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
QUIET TIME 10pm - 8AM (no loud music or disturbances that could disturb others residing on property.)
Guests under 25 yrs old must supply parental contact information (phone, email, mailing address)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Houston

Located in Houston, this apartment is in the city centre. Memorial City Mall and CityCentre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Houston Zoo and Downtown Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Toyota Center, or consider NRG Park for a night out. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Houston, TX

What's nearby

  • Toyota Center - 4 min drive
  • Downtown Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Minute Maid Park - 5 min drive
  • Rice University - 6 min drive
  • George R. Brown Convention Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • McGowen Station - 2 min drive
  • Houston Station - 9 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • JR's Bar & Grill - 4 min walk
  • The Burger Joint - 9 min walk
  • Eagle Houston - 2 min walk
  • Katz's Deli & Bar - 6 min walk
  • Ripcord - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Delightful, Relaxing, Restored Historic Apartment in Montrose section of Houston located?

Located in Montrose, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Westheimer Rd and within 3 miles (5 km) of Toyota Center and George R. Brown Convention Center. Minute Maid Park and Houston Zoo are also within 3 miles (5 km). McGowen Station is 21 minutes by foot and Ensemble/HCC Station is 21 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rosemary W.

Comfortable stay in a beautifully restored Houston home
The apartment for us was a delight, it was comfortable, spotlessly clean and with everything you would need. There is a supermarket, pharmacy and restaurants all within walking distance. Ted was friendly and always available to help if needed, he even went as far to offer to drive us to the airport on the eve of Cyclone Harvey. Ted helped with instructions for using the metro bus, it was very easy and very cheap, bus stops for the local lines all an easy walk. It was also easy to get to and from George Bush Airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

'BEAUTIFUL APARTMENT'
We were delighted to stay in Ted and Kim's beautifully restored and renovated apartment. With total privacy, we relaxed and enjoyed the comforts of home with antiques complementing the modern decor. The kitchen is well equipped with new appliances.Bathroom is a generous size. All linens are fresh and Luxe for the very comfy bed,the suite is lovely with generous robe . The apartment is close to all conveniences including transport ,also a delightful drive for sightseeing.. Our stay will be memorable thank you Ted and Kim......M & M
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property in an ideal spot
We loved our 10 days in the heart of Montrose. This is a beautiful and comfortable property with lots of nice touches. The location could not be better. Will definitely visit again next time we are in Houston!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anke D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in Houston
I enjoyed the stay in this nice and renovated flat in a traditional house during the Rotary Convention in June 2022. - I’m from Germany and didn‘t miss anything. The flat is nearby a bus station; to order a car by UBER is very practical and not expensive (downtown via Uber around 9 Dollars, by bus 1 Dollar). Mr P. and his wife were very helpful and nice. I can fully recommend this place! Thank you very much!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hank Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised. Property host is on site and easy to reach.
Easy checkin and checkout, great location. Drive way is a little tight but there if you need it. That’s about it for negatives.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Ted Powell

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Ted and Kim are the current owners of this restored, double shiplapped, balloon framed, 4-square home built in 1915. Ted designed and built his first home, an octagon, in 1980.
Since then he's restored 2 Hawaii and 5 Texas houses including Hopkins House along with a new garage apartment behind it. Besides old houses, Ted has restored antique cars ranging from Model A Ford to a 65 Mustang.

Why they chose this property

This homes 10' ceilings are one of its greatest attributes. It is situated in a lively, walkable neighborhood with rich flora, a diverse population. Recognizing Ted's ability to fix old things, the previous owner, who purchased the home in 1970, asked Ted in 2012 if he could renovate it. The cypress wood clad home had never been restored and much of its original architectural details were still present including its longleaf pine floors, 5 panel doors with transom windows. and gas/electric fixtures. The home was gutted down to its exterior walls and rebuilt reusing as much of the original materials as possible (cypress wood lap siding was salvaged and sold as modern cement board lap siding is a more practical maintenance free alternative), but upgraded with new electrical, plumbing and central heat & A/C. The restoration was a success and Hopkins House should be good for another century or more

What makes this property unique

This proud home is a comfortable home to relax in and is located in a very walkable neighborhood in the center of Houston. It's situated near the corner of Fairview and Hopkins Street, the home of the famous Barnaby's restaurant and Baby Barnaby's. Fairview cuts east/west through Montrose and has many restaurants (27 within 5 blocks) and bars (11 within 5 blocks). As Houston has no zoning, restaurants and bars are sprinkled through the neighborhood. Weekends can be lively here especially, but the apartment is located in the center of the city block so street noise is minimized.

House is also well located to public transit. $5 Metro Q-cards are provided to allow guests to use Metro buses and trains. Additional funds can be added to cards on Metro buses and at the local Kroger grocery store on West Grey.
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