Title: Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues 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 # Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues Holiday home in Houston with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012682/92adc6c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012682/1ac8a139.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012682/8b3ed753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012682/583d41ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91020000/91012700/91012682/26dabd9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At the heart of the city, this spacious home offers a comfortable retreat for your entire group. Enjoy easy access to shopping, sightseeing, and dining with its central location. Unwind in style with an enclosed exercise area and brand-new equipment or relax at home with amenities like towels, iron washer/dryer coffee maker and dishes. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62061 sq ft ## Popular amenities ## 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. ### Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues Welcome to \*Queen Esther’s Retreat, a spacious and character-filled home located in the heart of the city—just minutes from Congregation Beth Rambam and Chabad Lubavitch Outreach. This older residence offers three comfortable bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it ideal for families or groups seeking a cozy and convenient stay. Though the home has aged gracefully, it’s well-maintained and thoughtfully equipped to ensure a relaxing experience. Enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and sightseeing—all just steps away. Whether you're exploring the city or attending nearby services, everything is within reach. Includes fresh towels, iron, washer/dryer, coffee maker, and dishes for your convenience. Stay active in our enclosed workout space featuring brand-new equipment. With its unbeatable location, practical amenities, and the timeless charm of an older home, \*Queen Esther’s Retreat\* offers a warm and welcoming base for your visit. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,061 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78140000/78136000/78135928/7d5b866f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Guest House, Handicap Accessible! 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Sharpstown - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.0 Very good 1 review £330 includes taxes & fees 18 Oct - 19 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=99229375&PinnedHotelID=99229375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed Ask if you'd like to have small gathering ### 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 Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15 Note from host: Ask if you'd like to have small gathering Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadlock 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.65819,-95.51266&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wn%60tDby%7DeQ%3FQ%3FS%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40S%40Q%40O%40Q%40QBQ%40QBQBOBQBQBODSBODOBQDODQDOFODOFODOFOFOFOFMFOFMHOFOHMHKHOHMHMHMHKJMHKJMJKHKJKJIJKJKLKJIJILIJILILIJGLILGLGLGLILELENGLELENELENELENCLCNENALCNCNCN%3FLCNAN%3FNANALAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%3FN%40NBL%3FNBNBNBL%40NDLBNBLDNDLDNDLDLDNFLDLFLFLFLFLFLHLFJHLHJHLHJHLJJHJJJJJHJJJJHJJLHJJLHJHLHLHLHNHJHLFNHNFLFNFLFNFNFNFNDNDNFNDNDPDNDPBNDNBRBNBPBPBNBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40N%40P%40R%3FP%40P%3FN%3FR%40PAP%3FP%3FNAR%3FPAPAPANARAPCNAPCPCPCNCPCPCPENCPENENEPENGPELEPGLGPGLGNGNGLGNILGNILILILILILILIJKLIJKLIJKJKJKJKJKHKHMLKFMHKJMFKHMHMFMHMDMFMFMFMFOFMDMDODMDOBMDOBMDOBM%40ODO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAO%3FOAOAMAOAOCOAMEOAOCMEOCMEOCMEOEMEMEOGMGMEMIMGMEMIMGKIMIMGKKMIKGKKMKKIKKKKKKIKKKKMIKKMIKIMIMIMIMIMIMGOIMGOGMGOGOGMGQEMGQEMGQEOEQEOCOEQCOEQCQCQCOCQCQAQCOAQASAOAQAQ%3FQAS%3FO%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LUjp2RLxXwjwxCQa6_3wkTJtYSs=) Houston, TX #### What's nearby - Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles - Arena Theater - 8 min drive - 4.0 miles - NRG Stadium - 13 min drive - 8.5 miles - Westheimer Road - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles - MD Anderson Cancer Center - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles #### Getting around - Houston Station - 29 min drive - Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk - ‪Golden Chick - ‬3 min drive - ‪Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe - ‬13 min walk - ‪Cool Runnings Jamaican Grill - ‬13 min walk - ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues located? > Located in Greater Fondren Southwest, this holiday home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Houston Baptist University. Arena Theater and Sharpstown Shopping Center 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 ## Queen Esther’s Retreat – Charming Older Home Near Synagogues Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Harrison G. 5 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay I was in town for the final four and this house was very nice and the owner was very nice and responsive as well ##### Harrison G. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### emily 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall Very nice kitchen and the jenga was fun but the outside area could be cleaner ##### emily Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam C. 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great rental property Sam was very nice and helpful even let me extend my stay. Beautiful home with amenities had a great away and would absolutely rent with Sam again. ##### Adam C. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clayton S. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rented for almost a year The house is on a quiet dead-end street and all the neighbors are very friendly. It is situated close to all major roads and there is lots of room and storage in the house. Any time I had any problems, Judy was right there to take care of it. I would recommend this to other people looking for a place to stay. ##### Clayton S. Stayed 175 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Overall - Zero Complaints Judy was easy to work with and communicative. I highly reccomend this rental ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### elliot s. 3 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### houston house was in good condition although older than it appeared on the pictures. DId have updated appliances in the kitchen though. our host was very responsive and worked hard to make sure our needs were attended to ##### elliot s. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis A. 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Curtis A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Javier 7 Jan 2024 ##### Javier Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mykel B. 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great stay, good neighborhood, excellent host! ##### Mykel B. 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