Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located historic house.
The Ferns is a full-property experience in in the heart of Bluebonnet Country. A short stroll from the Historic Downtown Square in Bellville, you can walk to restaurants, the pub, and parks.
This listing is for the ENTIRE Parlor House, a 1910 Victorian. Guests have exclusive access to all (3) bedrooms & (2) Full Bathrooms, plus exclusive & private use of the living, dining, & unwinding spaces.
Listing for guests ages 16+
____FIRST FLOOR
The 1st Floor in the Parlor House, a 1910 Victorian, in this listing is are (2) private bedrooms, a dedicated bathroom, and common spaces on the lower level of the house.
Bedroom 1, the "North Star": a large bedroom with sunroom, including a desk & armoire.
Bedroom 2, the "Sherlock": a regular sized bedroom, fashioned in a Dark Academia aesthetic, in hommage to Sherlock Holmes, mixed with modern comforts.
A full, dedicated bathroom is included on the 1st floor, with access via the hallway.
The 1st floor is completed by:
+art nouveau-inspired full kitchen,
+boho-glam dining room with stocked china cabinet,
+Wm Morrison draped airy parlor,
+entry off of the front porch with a flair of hygge,
+ a few other nooks for unwinding.
--> and for the curious: will you find the record player?
___SECOND FLOOR
The Aviary Suite in this listing is a private unit, which sleeps up to (2) guests.
A full, private bathroom is included, with access via the bedroom and hallway.
Washed in a "recycled glass" hue, this suite gives a birds-eye view of the property. A seating area is included at the top of the stairs.
A beverage station is stocked with teas, a kettle, and basic barware.
The suite is furnished with a cafe table, chairs, small hutch, designer rugs, drapes, shutters, and designer fixtures.
Shared exterior spaces include the porches, pool, hot tub, & Pavilion with a full kitchen, bar, & outdoor seating.
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Need a different configuration of the Parlor House?
There are (3) bedrooms & (2) Bathrooms -total- in the Entire Parlor House.
If you have up to (3) people in your party,
please visit this listing to reserve the
(1/1) suite on the 2nd FLOOR: h/theferns-2ndfloorsuite
*great for up to (2) guest.
Or, this listing to reserve the
(2/1) on the 1st FLOOR: h/theferns-1stfloor.
*great for up to (4) guest.
Either way, reserving any space in the house gives you private access to the house, and free-range, exclusive use of the living, dining, & unwinding space.
See you soon at The Ferns House!
-- Exclusive Access to the Parlor House, porches, and backyard features.
-- Shared use of the exterior spaces in the backyard, including the Pavilion (with full kitchen), POOL & JACUZZI, pergola lounge area.
Please call or text if you need anything.
Host is available to respond from 7am to 9pm.
Bellville is a quaint, small town in the heart of Bluebonnet country. It sits in the low prairie, just about 45 minutes from the west side of Houston.
It is conveniently located to Antique hotspots, wineries, and various outdoor recreational attractions (biking, state parks, hunting, fishing, etc.).
The neighborhood is just a short stroll from the Historic Square in Downtown Bellville and it's restaurants, pub, shops, and other businesses.
Parking is available on the street and in the driveway. More details will be provided in your welcome guide.
You can easily stroll to the Historic Downtown Square in 2-3 minutes, for food, pub, shopping.
There are parks north and south of The Ferns, also a short walk, including pickle-ball courts.
[1] Respect the Cozy Small Town Vibe: The property is in a residential area. Noise levels are to be maintained to normal conversational levels. Guests are advised to refrain from loud noises, especially outside - this includes voices, music, and other audio. All noise disturbances will be treated seriously and may result in removal from the property without a refund. Noise or disturbance, and/or damage will incur a $500 fee plus the costs of repair, maintenance, and any other remedy; the reservation fees collected may not be refunded and you may be asked to leave. This listing is NOT a party rental -- please DM host for more information on event rentals of the property.
[2] Leave it as you found it: unusual or excessive cleaning, furniture damage and/or repositioning of furniture, fixtures, or other components of the property will incur a fee of $150 plus repair and replacement cost.
[3] Enjoy it as you Booked it: allowing unregistered visitors on property will incur a fee of $100/visitor/day of the dates of the reservation; also, you may be asked to leave and may forfeit any fees paid.
>>> ADDITIONAL HOUSE RULES:
_**Children under (16) are not permitted due to vintage features & the open pool in the backyard.
_**Pets are not permitted**
_Smoking indoors is strictly prohibited
_Use of the pool or jacuzzi is at the risk of the guest, visitor - Diving prohibited and no lifeguard on duty.
_Please leave dirty shoes at the door
_Registered guests are permitted on property - unregistered visitors are not allowed and will constitute a party.
-Parties are prohibited with this listing. Inquire with host is a party or other event is anticipated.
