Private Mini Resort | Pool, Cabanas & Games

Entire home in Alvin, Texas

  1. 12 guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 7 beds
  4. 3 baths
Rated 4.83 out of 5 stars.77 reviews
Hosted by Empress Vacation Rentals
  1. Superhost
  2. 3 years hosting

Listing highlights

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
Private Alvin mini resort for up to 12 guests near Houston and Galveston. Enjoy 5 bedrooms, 7 beds, 3 baths, detached casita, resort-style pool with waterslide, hot tub, cabanas, Tiki bar, backyard games, BBQ grill, smart TV, high-speed WiFi, full kitchen, driveway parking and a peaceful suburban setting close to Froberg’s Farm and Bayou Wildlife Zoo.

Note: *The TV by the Hot-Tub is currently not working*

The space
🏝️ Welcome to your private Alvin mini resort, a spacious Texas retreat designed for family trips, group getaways, relaxing weekends, celebrations and stays between Houston and Galveston.

This 5-bedroom, 3-bath home sleeps up to 12 guests across 7 beds and offers a private detached casita, resort-style backyard, pool, waterslide, hot tub, cabanas, games and plenty of space to gather.

Guests can enjoy:

🏊 Private pool
🛝 Pool waterslide
♨️ Hot tub
🌴 Cabanas
🍹 Tiki bar
🏀 Backyard games
🏓 Pickleball-style outdoor fun
🔥 BBQ grill
📺 Smart TV
📶 High-speed WiFi
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
🛏️ Detached casita
🚘 Driveway parking for up to 3 cars
🌿 Peaceful Alvin setting

🏊 Resort-Style Backyard

The backyard is the heart of the home and is designed for relaxing, playing, swimming and making memories without needing to leave the property.

Guests can enjoy:

🏊 Private pool
🛝 Waterslide
♨️ Hot tub
🌴 Cabanas
🍹 Tiki bar
🏀 Outdoor games
🏓 Backyard game space
🔥 BBQ grill
🪑 Outdoor hangout areas
🌙 Relaxing evening atmosphere

Please note: The TV by the hot tub is currently not working.

🛋️ Living Room + Entertainment

Inside, the home offers a bright and comfortable living space with modern furnishings and room for your group to unwind.

Guests can enjoy:

📺 Smart TV
🛋️ Comfortable seating
🌞 Bright natural light
📶 High-speed WiFi
✨ Cozy modern style
🏡 Easy gathering space for groups

🍽️ Kitchen & Dining

The fully equipped kitchen is ready for simple meals, longer stays and group dining.

Guests can enjoy:

🍳 Fully equipped kitchen
✨ Stainless steel appliances
🥘 Cookware
🍽️ Dining essentials
🪑 6-seat round dining table
☕ Space for coffee and breakfast
🍴 Convenient setup for family meals

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements

🛏️ Primary Bedroom:
1 King Bed

🛏️ Bedroom 2:
2 Queen Beds

🛏️ Bedroom 3:
1 Queen Bed

🛏️ Bedroom 4:
1 Full-over-Twin Bunk Bed

🛏️ Detached Casita:
1 Sleeper Sofa

✨ Total: 5 bedrooms, 7 beds and sleeping space for up to 12 guests.

This setup works well for families, friend groups, weekend getaways, celebrations and guests wanting extra space between Houston, Alvin and Galveston.

🛁 Bathrooms

The home includes 3 bathrooms for guest comfort.

Guests can enjoy:

🚿 3 bathrooms
🧼 Bathroom essentials
🧺 Fresh towels
✨ Comfortable setup for group stays

🌿 Outdoor + Convenience Features

Guests can enjoy a peaceful suburban setting with easy parking and private outdoor space.

Features include:

🔥 BBQ grill
🌴 Cabanas
🍹 Tiki bar
🏊 Pool and hot tub area
🚘 Driveway parking for up to 3 cars
🚗 Street parking where allowed
🔐 Smart lock self check-in
📶 High-speed WiFi

Nearby attractions

Approximate drive times from the Alvin area:

✰ Froberg’s Farm — seasonal fruit picking, farm market, baked goods and family-friendly local charm — about 10 minutes away

✰ Alvin Community College — local campus and community event area — about 12 minutes away

✰ National Oak Park — walking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas and outdoor recreation — about 15 minutes away

✰ Bayou Wildlife Zoo — safari-style wildlife experience and family-friendly animal encounters — about 20 minutes away

✰ Pearland Town Center — shopping, restaurants and everyday essentials — about 20 minutes away

✰ Space Center Houston / NASA area — one of Houston’s most popular visitor attractions — about 30–40 minutes away

✰ William P. Hobby Airport — convenient Houston airport option — about 30 minutes away

✰ Downtown Houston — dining, nightlife, sports, concerts and city attractions — about 35–45 minutes away

✰ Galveston Beach area — beach days, restaurants, fishing, pier attractions and coastal fun — about 40–50 minutes away

✰ George Bush Intercontinental Airport / IAH — about 55 minutes away

Please verify final drive times in Google Maps before publishing since Houston-area traffic, weather and time of day may affect travel time.

Guest access
Guest Access:
⧫Full access to all areas of the main house and property except garage during your stay
⧫Parking available on the driveway (maximum of 3cars) and along the street
⧫Garage is inaccessible for guests and is for private use only.
⧫Smart lock on the front door for easy access with a unique code provided

Other Things to Note:
⧫Refundable deposit fee required for most stays of $1,000
⧫Deposit serves as a holding fee, similar to a hotel deposit
⧫Deposit will be automatically refunded after your stay and is not an additional charge

Other things to note
⚠️ IMPORTANT BEFORE BOOKING ⚠️

Please carefully read ALL requirements below before confirming your reservation. These requirements apply to every guest and every reservation without exception.

✅ The primary booking guest must be 25 years of age or older and must be present for the duration of the stay.

✅ We require guest verification through our trusted third party partner, Truvi, after booking confirmation.

✅ Truvi verification includes:
• Government issued photo ID
• Signed rental agreement
• Contact verification
• Completion of verification through a secure third party link

✅ Guests must also choose ONE of the following:
✔️ Non refundable damage waiver
OR
✔️ Refundable $1,000 security deposit hold

✅ The refundable security deposit is fully returned after checkout provided there are:
• no damages
• no missing items
• no excessive cleaning
• no unauthorized guests
• no house rule violations

✅ For guests who are not comfortable submitting ID or paying the refundable deposit/damage waiver outside Airbnb, payment may be arranged through the Airbnb Resolution Center when applicable. However, the remaining verification process, including ID verification and rental agreement completion, must still be completed through the Truvi portal.

✅ We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your stay against unexpected events including:
• flight cancellations
• weather disruptions
• illness or emergencies
• changes in travel plans

✅ Please carefully review the cancellation policy before booking, as exceptions and refunds outside policy cannot be guaranteed.

🚨 PLEASE ONLY PROCEED WITH BOOKING IF YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FULLY AGREE TO ALL VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, TRUVI SCREENING, HOUSE RULES, SECURITY REQUIREMENTS, AGE REQUIREMENTS, AND CANCELLATION POLICIES ABOVE 🚨

Know before you go:
➔ The Jacuzzi takes approximately 30 mins to hour to heat depending on the weather
➔The pool takes 4-6 hours to reach warm temperatures and up to 24 hours to fully heat. Here’s the fee structure for heating:
$125 per day if forecasted lows are above 60°F.
$150 per day if forecasted lows are between 50°F and 60°F.

- The pool will be cleaned most Wednesdays or Thursdays, or may vary depending on the weather, and the automated pool vacuum is scheduled to clean everyday starting at 8am-12pm.

➔ The yard is serviced on a regular weekly basis and this may fall on a day of your stay
➔No smoking indoors.
➔Quiet hours are 10pm-7am. Outdoor amenities may be used quietly until 11pm.
➔Late check-outs may be requested within 24 hours of departure, but approval is not guaranteed and cannot extend past 12pm. Unapproved late check-out incurs a $150 fee.
➔Outdoor grill available. Guests are asked to clean it after use; our staff will handle deep cleaning. Propane tanks are provided; if refill is needed, guests may exchange at a nearby store.

We have one security camera in the driveway, a Ring doorbell at the front door, and one overlooking the backyard pool. A Minut Alarm also monitors noise levels, alerting us if limits are exceeded. All exterior cameras are installed for the safety of guests and the property, and they will remain active during reservations.

Where you’ll sleep

Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 queen beds
Bedroom 3
1 king bed

What this place offers

Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

Accessibility features

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4.83 out of 5 stars from 77 reviews

Overall rating

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Alvin, Texas, United States

Neighborhood highlights

✰ Froberg’s Farm — seasonal fruit picking, farm market, baked goods and family-friendly local charm — about 10 minutes away

✰ Alvin Community College — local campus and community event area — about 12 minutes away

✰ National Oak Park — walking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas and outdoor recreation — about 15 minutes away

✰ Bayou Wildlife Zoo — safari-style wildlife experience and family-friendly animal encounters — about 20 minutes away

✰ Pearland Town Center — shopping, restaurants and everyday essentials — about 20 minutes away

✰ Space Center Houston / NASA area — one of Houston’s most popular visitor attractions — about 30–40 minutes away

✰ William P. Hobby Airport — convenient Houston airport option — about 30 minutes away

✰ Downtown Houston — dining, nightlife, sports, concerts and city attractions — about 35–45 minutes away

✰ Galveston Beach area — beach days, restaurants, fishing, pier attractions and coastal fun — about 40–50 minutes away

✰ George Bush Intercontinental Airport / IAH — about 55 minutes away

Please verify final drive times in Google Maps before publishing since Houston-area traffic, weather and time of day may affect travel time.

Meet your host

Superhost
84 reviews
4.82 out of 5 average rating
3 years of hosting
Speaks English and Spanish
Lives in Houston, Texas
Welcome to Empress Vacation Rentals, where unforgettable vacation experiences await! We provide luxurious, comfortable stays with top-notch service and thoughtful amenities. Our team is dedicated to making your stay exceptional, whether you’re here to relax or explore. Book with us to see why guests keep returning to Empress Vacation Rentals!

Empress Vacation Rentals is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Natalie And Nick
  • Mona And George
  • Mona

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
12 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Climbing or play structure
Carbon monoxide alarm