La Porte, Texas
Mini Mansion on Main Street
About this stay
Tucked on Main Street in John's hometown of La Porte, this is the home that started it all. Spacious, full of character, and perfect for family gatherings, weekend getaways, and Bay-area adventures. Walk to the boardwalk, head to the rodeo, or just gather around the kitchen.
Why guests love it
- Walking distance to the bay
- Steps from downtown La Porte
- Perfect for family gatherings
- Houston Rodeo & Bay Area attractions nearby
What's included
- Full kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Washer & dryer
- Workspace
- Air conditioning
- Free parking
- Coffee maker
- TV / streaming
Local attractions
Curated by your hosts
The good stuff nearby — what to do, where to go, and a few host tips you won't find on the standard tourist map.
La Porte Bay Boardwalk
Outdoors · 10 min walk
A scenic waterfront stretch along Galveston Bay with views, fishing piers, and a quiet place to watch the sun set.
Sunset around the pier is the move — bring drinks and sit on the benches near the gazebo.
Downtown La Porte
Shopping · 5 min walk
Local shops, family-owned restaurants, and Texas-coast hospitality — easy to walk to from the house.
Grab breakfast at any of the small cafes on Main — the locals know the good ones.
Sylvan Beach Park
Outdoors · 10 min drive
Free public beach with picnic spots, a fishing pier, and a small playground. Perfect for half-day with kids.
Weekday mornings are quiet; weekends get busy fast.
Houston Rodeo
Entertainment · 35 min drive
The biggest rodeo in the world — concerts, carnival, livestock, BBQ — happens every March at NRG.
If you're booking around March, buy tickets early. The Rodeo cookoff before the main event is also a great free outing.
Kemah Boardwalk
Attraction · 20 min drive
Waterfront amusement park, rides, restaurants, and aquarium — built for families and date nights.
The aquarium restaurant is a fun first-date or kid-thrill spot. Free to walk around the boardwalk itself.
NASA Space Center Houston
Attraction · 20 min drive
Official visitor center for NASA Johnson — real spacecraft, behind-the-scenes tram tours, and exhibits.
Get the tram tour add-on — that's where you see the actual mission control room.
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From $175/night
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