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The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat

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A blue door framed by a white wall with a string of decorative pumpkins and greenery. - The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat (Brenham)
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Consider a stay at The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat

  • The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat

    Step into a piece of Brenham history at The Church House, a beautifully restored 1935 home inspired by the historic church across the street. This one-of-a-kind property blends vintage elegance, faith-inspired décor, and modern comfort. Perfect for families, couples, or groups, The Church House offers an inviting stay filled with peace, charm, and connection.

    Inside the Home

    Living Room
    The spacious living room features comfortable seating, a Roku TV, and an antique pump organ that ties the home to its church heritage. It’s a cozy gathering spot for relaxing after exploring Brenham, Round Top, or Washington-on-the-Brazos.

    Dining Room
    Gather for meals beneath the antique chandelier at the large dining table, complete with authentic church pew seating and antique chairs. Two original wavy-glass windows let in natural light and give the space a timeless glow.

    Kitchen
    Bright and functional, the fully equipped kitchen features marble countertops, modern appliances, and a stocked coffee bar with mugs, glassware, and everything you need to prepare a meal or enjoy a morning cup of coffee. The décor blends the charm of 1930s craftsmanship with the convenience of today’s amenities.

    Bedrooms

    Bedroom 1: Queen bed, vaulted ceiling, antique windows, and a cozy desk for reading or work.

    Bedroom 2: Queen bed with custom cedar post frame, warm lighting, and comfortable linens.

    Bedroom 3 (Loft Suite): Sleeps up to 11 guests with two queen beds, a bunk bed with trundle, and three comfortable loft floor mattresses. This large space also includes its own private bathroom and is ideal for bridesmaids, women’s getaways, or family groups.

    Bathrooms

    The front bathroom is newly updated with white tile, a full tub, and shower.

    The loft bathroom features a modern walk-in shower, bright finishes, and thoughtful details.

    Outdoor Spaces

    Front Porch
    The front porch sets the tone for your stay, with an antique church pew and views of the historic church that inspired the home’s name. Seasonal décor and comfortable seating make it an inviting space for morning coffee or evening reflection.

    Back Porch
    The private back porch is a guest favorite. It features string lights, a Jacuzzi-style hot tub for two, an outdoor TV, porch swing, picnic table, gas fire ring, and yard games. Whether you’re watching a movie outdoors, enjoying a glass of wine, or soaking in the tub under the stars, this space is designed for relaxation and togetherness.

    Backyard
    The backyard is peaceful and private, with additional fire features and a spacious layout for gatherings. White string lights illuminate the area in the evenings, creating a warm Texas glow that’s perfect for entertaining or quiet reflection.

    Location Highlights

    Located in Brenham, Texas—the birthplace of Texas and home of Blue Bell Ice Cream—The Church House puts you close to everything. You’re just 15 to 20 minutes from the world-famous Round Top Antique Festival and minutes from downtown Brenham’s boutiques, restaurants, and historic sites. Washington-on-the-Brazos, the birthplace of the Texas Republic, is a short drive north, offering beautiful scenery and deep historical roots.

    Why Guests Love The Church House

    Faith-inspired décor and a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.

    Historic 1935 home with modern amenities.

    Ideal for weddings, women’s retreats, and family gatherings.

    Private outdoor spaces for both relaxation and entertainment.

    Convenient access to Round Top, downtown Brenham, and Washington-on-the-Brazos.

    Additional Details

    Guests have full access to the entire home, including the backyard and all amenities. The Church House is family-friendly and designed for comfort, offering everything from Wi-Fi and Roku TV to a fully stocked kitchen.

    We take pride in hospitality and strive to make your stay as comfortable as possible. If something isn’t perfect, please let us know—we’ll make it right.

    Book your stay at The Church House and experience where heritage, faith, and Texas charm meet. Enjoy the beauty of small-town Brenham, the inspiration of the nearby church, and the warmth of a home filled with history and heart.

    GUEST ACCESS
    Guests have full access to the home and fenced in yard

    OTHERTHINGS TO NOTE
    The driveway will park approx. 4 cars. If you can park for free on the street. Please don't block the neighbors driveway.

    Trash comes on Wednesday. Recycling comes on every other Thursday.

    SAME DAY BOOKINGS:
    Please remember that check-in is any time after 4 pm (For same day check-ins, our cleaners need enough time to prepare the property), if the property is ready before 4 pm, we will let you know.

    Please use our provided bottled water for the Keurig.
    Please flush only our provided toilet paper in the toilet.

    #1 – Pets
    We accept pets on a case by case basis
    Pets fees are not a part of your booking fee.
    Pet fees are charged separately on the day of check in.
    Our pet fee is currently $35 per night per pet
    We cap our pet fee at $250 for stays up to 5 days.
    Pet fees for stays longer than 5 days will be quoted separately.
    Do not leave your pet alone in the house without it being kenneled

    #2 – No Smoking
    Our house is a smoke-free property. This means no smoking inside or outside.

    #3 - Number of Guests
    Ensure total guests matches that on your booking. If you have more guests than what you have booked for, you will not be covered under VRBO Insurance and you may be charged an extra fee. This is bad for everyone!

    #4 – No Parties
    Please respect our neighbors. This is a residential working neighborhood that is quiet in the evenings. Noise levels must be minimal after 9PM. Violation of this will result in termination of your reservation.

    #5 - Please Clean Up Dishes
    If you use any dishes during your stay, we would be grateful if you would clean them. This would be of great help.

    #6 - Check Out is 11AM
    Our cleaner will arrive shortly after 11AM to clean the property. We can’t stop her, she is a cleaning machine!

    #7 - Lights & AC/Heating
    We would really appreciate it if you could turn off all lights, electronics, and AC/heating (In the winter please turn to 60, in the summer please turn to 80) when you leave the house each day, and upon check out.

    #8. Guests agree to take financial responsibility for any damage done to the property during their stay.

    #9. Do not move any of the furniture. Charges may apply.

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About the area

Located in Brenham, this holiday home is in the city centre. Old Baylor Park and Jackson Street Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Book Nook and Dr. W.W. O'Donnell Performing Arts Center. Blue Bell Creameries and Hattie Powers Park are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking, horse riding and cycling nearby. Visit our Brenham travel guide
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Brenham, TX

What's nearby

  • A leather armchair, wooden desk, and green bookshelves filled with books.
    The Book Nook
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Unity Theatre
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Toubin Park
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Blinn College
    4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Blue Bell Creameries
    5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In
    16 min walk
  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive
  • Shell
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat located?

Located in the heart of Brenham, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Jackson Street Park and Giddings Stone Mansion. Unity Theatre and Toubin Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

The Church House – Historic Brenham Retreat Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

Great place and perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is well-maintained, clean and close to great eating in Brenham. The host is kind and responsive. If I could give 10 stars, I would.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy

Very much a home away from home stay. Very clean and cozy with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip to Round Top

Clean, beds comfortable, in town of Brenham
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Clover & Rachel were so accommodating. It was a wonderful cottage! The beds are comfortable and they had coffee, tea, water, and a continental breakfast for us to cook.We highly recommend staying at “The Church House”Thank you for a wonderful stay! Denise
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Winderful

This was a delightful property. Very comfortable and clean. Easy accessible. Would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house in a great town

This house is lovely, clean and close to Roundtop. The town offers many eating opportunities and the house is perfect for family or friends. The house if full of history, but updated on things that are necessary for a perfect stay. The hosts were quick responding to a question I had and I would definitely rebook. Highly recommend!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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8 classmates of 1980

Our stay at The Church House was perfect. Perfect size, perfect area, perfect in comfort. We’d return in a heartbeat. We spent our days browsing Round Top and Warrenton and relaxed in the evening at home. Each of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home!

Two couples stayed in this beautifully decorated and clean house. It was a quiet neighborhood. Clean bathrooms and lots of beds. So spacious inside. The guests left little treats for us and made us feel so welcome. I would definitely stay here on my next trip to Brenham!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The church house

We had a girls’ trip and the church house was just perfect-full of antiques and comfy beds. The neighborhood was quiet and the house itself was easy to find. I’ve never had better hosts; Clover and Rachel made sure every need was met. The town of Brenham was cute as could be , filled with fun shops and lots of good food. I would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls RT Antique Trip

Hi! We loved our stay at the Church House! Very comfortable, everything we needed for snacks, etc. It’s in a nice, quiet neighborhood. We were a group of 4 women enjoying antiquing in RT. Would definitely consider for our next RT trip! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters' Week

This home was darling. My sister and I spent a week here to work on some projects we brought. The beds were comfortable. We liked that we were "5 minutes" from anything in Brenham as the sweet neighbor told us. We enjoyed day trips to the Bush Library at A&M, the Antique Rose Emporium, Halletsville, and Martha's Bloomers in Navasota. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfection

Oh my word, where do I begin. I LOVED Brenham and LOVED the house. Perfection in ever sense of the word. Cozy, comfortable, quiet, well stocked, wonderful beds, nothing to change whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Church house was exactly as advertised. Very cute and in a safe area. Check in and check out was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Everything was great from checkin to checkout!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely home in a quiet neighborhood. Close to downtown Brenham and to Hwy 6 & Hwy 290 so easy access to go exploring/shopping. Host was quick to answer any of our questions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little house!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little home, cozy and comfortable. Only 30 minutes from round top which was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute place, everything was neat, clean and organized. Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Softball tournament

Exactly what we needed and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary

Had a great time. House was wonderful and in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Well done.....thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Round Top Stay

Very enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

House was really cute and clean! Perfect for what we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023