Modern B & B

4003 Hazard
Houston Texas 77098
USA

http://www.modernbb.com

Fax: +1-713-589-3316
Cellular: +1-832-279-6367
Toll-free: +1-800-462-4014

General Information

Escape from the traditional. An award winning architect designed this amazing B&B. Eight rooms, great amenities such as a guest office, guest kitchen, and self-serve laundry as well as the industry standards: wireless internet and cable TV. Our two top-shelf rooms have their own private floors with whirlpools for 2 & large balconies. The Cayman & Chickadee rooms share a bath, The Mod room's are on the bottom floor with their own private entrances. We serve a full breakfast. Enjoy fresh smoothies, caramel Pecan rolls, Streusel Coffee cake, local eggs, 10 grain waffle etc. We love to cook!! Close to Menil Museum, med center, downtown, & Galleria.


Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 8 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 250.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 250.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Ceiling fans
  • DVD Player
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Ironing Board
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Air conditioning
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Library
  • Telephone
  • VCR
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities

Other Amenities: Some Amenities not available in all rooms, elevator, recommended restaurant book, exercise equipment

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 7-9am
  • Breakfast is served in the ., Breakfast/dining area
  • Additional food services included in room rate: We can order lunch or dinner for you.
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is My Dad's coffee cake & smoothies
    1. My Dad could stay home from church on Sunday morning if he made breakfast. His coffee cake was one of our favorites. It is a wonderful homemade streusel coffee cake made with organic flour, sugar, pecans etc.
    2. We also make an excellent all organic fruit smoothie. Often it includes strawberries, blue berries, bananas, loquats from our garden, tofu by request & a mixture of juices...apple, orange & carrot. They are very good & good for you
    or
    3. 10 grain waffles.
    or
    4. Caramel pecan rolls taste better than any bakery roll.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Saturday reservations require 2 night minimum)
  • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Smoke on outside veranda on 4th floor or out on 2nd floor)
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets (Extra $25 per day fee for pet to stay.)
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (One night or half the total stay is required as a deposit and is used to guarantee the room)
  • Check in time is 3 PM and Check out time is 11 am
  • Cancellations:
    Modern B & B checks guests at any time after 3PM or by appointment. Deposit on rooms will be refunded if cancelled 72 hours or more before check in time, which is 3pm for a $25 cancellation fee. If the rooms are not cancelled before this window they will be charged for the full room rental price and any additional goods and services they have requested. Parties which reserve the entire B&B will require a six calendar month cancellation. Any Cancellations within this period will be charged for the rental of the B&B and 50% of the quoted price for the party they have planned with our party coordinator.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Greater Houston Convention & visitors bureau
Discounts available:
 10%long term stay discountMinimum stay: 14 days

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Modern architecture
  • One of 16 Hip Hotels in USA (DWELL Magazine)
  • Business travel
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Gay / Lesbian Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Guest Cottage

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Modern
  • Built in 2001
  • Opened for business in 2004
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available (in driveway)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Medical Center, Montrose, Museum district, Rice University, St Thomas, Walk to Menil Museum, City, Downtown
  • Nearest major city: Houston, TX ( South)
  • Directions to property:
    From the Intercontinental airport take 59 South Exit Shephard Go north on Shephard to Richmond, Turn right on Richmond take a left at the first light which is Hazard Street. The townhome is a steel, wood and glass structure on the right hand side of the street. 24.5 miles from intercontinental. Mapquest says the drive is 31 minutes.
  • Nearest major airport: HOU 12 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    From Hobby take 45 north to 59 south Exit Shephard, go north to Richmond turn right The first light is Hazard turn left & the townhome is on the right. Look for a tall metal & wood structure. 12 miles from Hobby Mapquest says 20 minute drive.
  • Meeting places:
    • Bus

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Lisa Thompson
    Lisa travels extensively and enjoys throwing big parties. Lisa is interested in real estate investing and sells real estate. She loves animals and there is a cat on the property.
  • The innkeepers speak: German, English, German, Spanish
  • There is one cat on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Museum, The Menil Museum, Rice University, Rice Village, St Thomas Universidy, Downtown Houston, Rodeo, Zoo


Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycles, Billiards, St. Thomas University, Museum District, Rice University, Houston medical Center, Minil museum & Rothko chapel, The Galleria