Title: UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano Holiday home with a hot tub, near University of Texas at Dallas ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73520000/73520000/73519952/15130ded.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73520000/73520000/73519952/13a08ffe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73520000/73520000/73519952/17f062e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73520000/73520000/73519952/3d77db6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73520000/73520000/73519952/8c0dddd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At this charming suburban cottage home, enjoy a spacious open floor plan perfect for families and groups. Relax in your fully furnished retreat near the University of Texas-Dallas, with easy access to Downtown Dallas and other popular attractions. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano This lovely spacious cottage home features an open floor plan. The home is perfect for families/groups looking for a suburban/urban vibe that is close to where you want to be. It's 5 minutes away from University of Texas-Dallas and yet within a short drive to Downtown Dallas, DFW, Parkland Hospital and Cowboys Stadium. Very close to Plano. The entire place is for you and your family/group. Great for long term stays. Fully furnished with free washer and dryer. Lots of great shops and restaurants in the area. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Please lock all doors and windows when leaving the property. Leave AC on 80 during summer and 65 during winter after stay. $500 smoke cleaning fee charged if smoking occurs during stay No parking in driveway in front of the garage (blocks neighbors). ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 ## About the area Richardson is home to this holiday home. Galleria Dallas and NorthPark Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ford Center or Curtis Culwell Center. [Visit our Richardson travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richardson.dx6106) [View more Holiday homes in Dallas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dallas-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178253-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=32.96845,-96.74365&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7B_ghExfnmQ%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40S%40Q%40S%40QBQ%40Q%40QBQBSBQBQBODQBSDODQBODQDQFODQFODQFMFQFOFOFOFOHMHOFOHKHOHMHOHKHMJMHMJKHMLKHKJKJKLKJKJIJKLIJILKLGLIJGLILGLGLGLINELELGLENELENGLCNCLCNENCLANENANALCN%3FNCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%40NBN%3FNBL%40N%40NDN%40LBNDNBLBNBLFNDLDLDLFNDLDLHLFLFLFLHLFLHJFLJLHJHLJJHJJJJJJJJJJJJJLHJJLHLHLHJJNHLHNFJHNFNHLFPFLFNHNDPFLFPDNFPDNDPDPDNBPDNDRBPBNBPBPBRBPBP%40P%40P%40PBR%3FP%40R%40P%3FP%40P%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FRAP%3FRAPAP%3FRCPAPAPAPCRCPCPCPCPCPCPEPENCPEPENEPEPGNEPGNGNENINGNGNGNINGLINGLILILKNILILIJKLIJKLKJKLKJKJKHKJKJMHKHMJMHKFMHMHMFMHMFMDMHMDOFMFMDMDODMDOBMBODOBMBOBOBOBM%3FOBO%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCO%3FOCOCMCOCOCMEOCMCOEMEOEMEMGMGOEMIMEMGMIMGKIMIMGMIKKMIKIKKKKMIKKKKIMMKIMKKIMKKIMIMIOIMIMIMGOIMIOGOGOGOGOGOGOEOGQEOGQEQEOCQEQEOCQEQCQCQCQCQCQASAQCQAQAQASAQ%3FQAS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Eb2yK4TeRqg0d8ASrfvDlbDpQm8=) Richardson, TX ### What's nearby - University of Texas at Dallas - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Methodist Hospital Campus for Continuing Care - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles - Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles - Galleria Dallas - 10 min drive - 9.2 miles ### Getting around - Spring Valley Station - 6 min drive - Dallas Union Station - 18 min drive - Love Field Airport (DAL) - 31 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dutch Bros Coffee - ‬17 min walk - ‪La Casita Bakeshop - ‬11 min walk - ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk - ‪Guitars and Growlers - ‬13 min walk - ‪Kasra Restaurant - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano located? > Situated in Richardson, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from University of Texas at Dallas and within 3 miles (5 km) of Methodist Hospital Campus for Continuing Care and Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts. Adventure Landing and Richland College are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## UT-Dallas Retreat•SMU•Plano Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie S. 12 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place! Stay was great. Home was as described & neighborhood was quiet! ##### Laurie S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iraj R. 11 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Richardson House It was a nice place and the owner was very responsive, ##### Iraj R. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith R. 29 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice House Centrally Located We were on vacation. The house was perfect for our family. Just enough beds. Will book again when we are back in DFW. Never too far from anything we ever wanted to do. ##### Keith R. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly H. 19 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Richardson stay The property was as described. ##### Kelly H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel S. 28 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great price. Great location. As listed. Great communication. ##### Daniel S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kameron W. 9 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved my stay! Loved my stay and everything went as smoothly as it should! ##### Kameron W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Rachael B. 11 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Check in Thanks door had me locked out a few times ##### Rachael B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 11 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Location #### The property was beautiful, a little bit of a struggle getting inside but was able to get in . No comment ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Morgan C. 5 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay! Came to Dallas for a work trip and Ugochi’s place was perfect. I had my dog with me so the yard was ideal and the neighborhood was great to walk around in. Would highly recommend staying at this home! ##### Morgan C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott C. 9 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice It was a nice place, worked great for us ##### Scott C. 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