Your Home Base for Discovering the Best of Texas

Come experience a side of Texas that many visitors never discover. This beautifully renovated three bedroom, two bath home in Brenham’s historic East End puts you in the middle of a remarkable collection of small towns, historic sites, antiques, music, theater, restaurants, outdoor recreation and beautiful countryside.

Whether you’re visiting from another part of Texas, across the country or from around the world, Brenham makes an ideal home base for exploring the region. After a day of adventure, you have a comfortable home to which return.

### Explore Brenham

Historic Downtown Brenham is just minutes away, with locally owned restaurants and cafés, boutiques, antique shops, galleries, historic buildings and live entertainment.

For an evening out, catch a performance at Unity Theatre, a professional live theater in Brenham, or enjoy a concert or special event at The Barnhill Center at the historic Simon Theatre. Brenham’s event calendar is filled with theater, music, festivals, markets and seasonal celebrations throughout the year.

And don’t leave without visiting Blue Bell Creameries—the hometown of one of Texas’s most beloved ice creams.

### Round Top: Antiques, Music & More

Round Top may be famous for its extraordinary antique fairs, but antiques are only part of the story.

During the spring and fall antique seasons, Round Top becomes a destination for shoppers from around the world looking for furniture, art, architectural pieces and one-of-a-kind treasures. Music lovers have another reason to make the trip. Round Top Festival Institute at Festival Hill brings exceptional classical music and performances to the area, including its renowned summer music festival. The beautiful Festival Hill grounds are also worth visiting simply to experience the gardens, architecture and peaceful setting.

### Burton, Chappell Hill & the Surrounding Towns

Take a short drive to Burton, one of the area’s wonderfully preserved small towns. Explore the Texas Cotton Gin Museum and historic cotton gin, browse local shops and antiques, or look for one of Burton’s special events, markets and music gatherings.

Head to Chappell Hill for historic buildings and some of the area’s most beautiful wildflower scenery in spring.

And throughout the surrounding countryside, you’ll find wineries, farms, gardens, markets and unexpected little destinations that make an afternoon drive an adventure of its own.

### Lakes, Parks & the Outdoors

There’s plenty to do outdoors, too.

Lake Somerville State Park & Trailway offers a beautiful change of pace from shopping and sightseeing. Spend a day fishing, swimming, boating, paddling, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding or simply enjoying the lake and abundant wildlife.

Closer to home, Brenham’s parks and trails provide easy places for a morning walk, picnic or family outing. Fireman’s Park and Henderson Park are both close to downtown, while Hohlt Park offers additional recreational space.

For a scenic history and nature outing, visit Old Baylor Park in nearby Independence. Its historic stone columns and surrounding landscape are especially beautiful when the spring wildflowers are blooming.

### History, Gardens & Texas Traditions

The area surrounding Brenham is filled with places that tell the story of Texas.

Visit Washington on the Brazos State Historic Site, where Texas declared its independence in 1836. Explore the historic site, museum and grounds along the Brazos River.

Take a scenic drive to see the Painted Churches of Texas, remarkable historic churches known for their colorful interiors and intricate artwork.

Garden lovers will enjoy the Antique Rose Emporium while history and architecture enthusiasts can explore the Independence area and other historic communities throughout Washington County.

### Great Food, Local Wine & Texas Barbecue

Food is another reason to explore the area. You’ll find everything from charming cafés and locally owned restaurants in downtown Brenham to Texas barbecue, wineries and casual country destinations throughout the area.

### Then Come Home to Relax

After a day of exploring historic Texas, you can come home and relax in the comfortable living spaces or step outside with a glass of wine and enjoy the peaceful, tree shaded backyard.