Description
Circa 1898. Robin's Nest adorns the museum and arts district, known as The Montrose, in Houston, Texas. This circa 1898 two-story Queen Anne Victorian is much like an intimate European hotel but with a touch of funky American flair. Relax on the wraparound porch or in the parlor. Upstairs there is a tea/coffee station. Inviting guest bedrooms offer a sweet respite from the day's adventures. Whirlpool suites boast private entrances and porches. Murder mystery parties and weddings are popular events at this bed and breakfast inn. Situated near downtown theaters and gourmet restaurants, Galveston and Johnson Space Center are about an hour away.Publicity and Awards: Houston Home and Garden, Houston Business Journal, Woman's Day, Houston Metropolitan, Houston Post, Southern Living, Texas Monthly, Houston Chronicle, Inside Houston, Houston Press ("Best Houston B&B" 2002), Citisearch Audience Winner 2007.Location: City/Urban, Museum District, Texas Medical Center, Downtown, Rice and Univ. St. Thomas.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $99 to $240
Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa, Travelers Checks, American Express and Discover.
Rooms: This property has 9 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 with whirlpools, 4 total suites, including 1 two-bedroom suite and 1 conference room.
The types of beds available include Twin and Queen.
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Policies
Cancellation: $25 fee. Reservations: 3 nights or less/72-hour cancellation prior to 12 AM CST. 7 days prior notice over 3 days. One-night or half total stay assessed for late cancellations. If you have a problem please advise asap.
Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises, Pets Allowed, Flea and/or pest free, always freshly groomed, brushed daily outside, current shots, sociable with the other guests, dogs or cats, well trained, well behaved and completely house broken. Older pets are preferred; young dogs can be discussed; cats are never a problem.
Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast.
Types of meals: Catering Service, Country Breakfast, Early Coffee/Tea, Vegetarian Breakfast, Continental Breakfast, Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Catered Breakfast, Continental Plus Breakfast and Late Risers: Always something in the kitchen. Help yourself.
Amenities In Room: Clock Radio, DVD, Cable TV, Telephone, Refrigerator, Ceiling Fans, Reading Lamps, Air Conditioning, Bath Amenities, Hot Tub/Spa/Jaccuzi, Coffeemaker, Bathrobes, Wireless Internet Access, Desk, Iron/Ironing Board, Television, Central Air, Hair Dryer and Three suites have full kitchens.
Amenities On Site: Phone, Copy Machine, Fax and Laundry Facilities.
Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Daily Newspapers, Gym Nearby, Flexible Cancellation, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services and Flexible Check in/out Times.
Languages Spoken: Rusty Portuguese, Rusty French, Spanish
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Spa Services
On-Site Spa Services: Body Scrubs, Cosmetics, Fitness Center, Manicures/Pedicures, Medical Spa Services, Private Trainer, Water Therapies and Yoga/Meditation.
Off-Site Spa Services Available
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Specials
 - One Night Free: This property is featured in Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns published by American Historic Inns. This guide features a certificate for ONE NIGHT FREE with the purchase of one night. The dates this property will honor the certificate are Sunday-Thursday, Anytime, based on availability
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Activities
Events Hosted: Romantic Getaways, Weddings, Family Reunions, Seminars, Honeymoons, Meetings, Teas and Luncheons.
Other Activities: Water Sports, Tennis, Sports Events, Major College, Shopping (Local Crafts), Parks, Museums, Live Theater, Hiking, Golf, Fishing, Beaches, Art Galleries, Antiquing, Downtown, The Museum District and Texas Medical Center.
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Historic Interest
Historic Awards: State Register (Applied), State Historical Site (Applied), City Historical Site (Granted) and City Historical Site (Applied).
Historic Memberships: Local Historical Society and City Historical Society.
Historic sites nearby: The San Jacinto Monument & Armannd Bayou (30 minutes), Bayou Bend Gardens (15 minutes), Theatre District, Port of Houston, Museum, Arts District.
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Romantic Interest
 The houses are historic, landscape is lush and the food is very good. Some rooms/suites are very private.
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