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Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Property grounds
Dining
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms511 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$1,348
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Explore the area

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Lubbock, TX
  • Texas Tech University
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Jones AT&T Stadium
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • University Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lubbock, TX (LBB-Preston Smith Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Lubbock

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Texas Tech University and Vietnam Archives at Texas Tech. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features 3.5 bathrooms, a dining area and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a games room, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Tech Terrace holiday home include United Supermarkets Arena and Buddy Holly's Grave.

What's nearby

  • Texas Tech University - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jones AT&T Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Covenant Lakeside Hospital - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Buddy Holly Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Lubbock, TX (LBB-Preston Smith Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cricket's Grill & Draft House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech

Brand new to VRBO! Welcome to Golden Grace in Lubbock, Texas. Once the home of former Texas Governor Preston Smith, this 5,500 sq. ft. mansion is great for large families or groups. This phenomenal property boasts 5 bedrooms, including 4 king beds, 1 twin bed, and 2 queen beds, as well as a game room with an 8-person poker table and foosball table. Located directly across from the Texas Tech campus, guests will feel right at home.

Enjoy the convenience of amenities like central heating & cooling, washer and dryer, an extremely large backyard with flat-top gas grill, fish pond, games, books, smart TVs and WiFi. You're sure to make fantastic memories with a stay at Golden Grace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,500 square feet

Policies

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:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech on 11 Sept 2025 start from AU$1,348.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech?

No, Historic Governor’s Mansion across from Texas Tech does not offer an airport shuttle service.