This property truly is a “gem“ in East Dallas. We booked a long-term stay here, and were thrilled by how easy it was to access all the places we needed to be. Less than five minutes to I-30 in one direction, Central Expressway in another, and Downtown Dallas is even closer. We enjoyed great dinners in Deep Ellum, Uptown, Bishop’s Arts District, and other lovely areas of the city. There are some great renowned eateries within walking distance, too (Jimmy’s Food Store, The Taco Joint).
The house itself is charming. A large front living room with a smart TV and comfortable seating for at least 5–6 people. Similar seating for dining. The kitchen is what you would expect in a early to mid-20th century home. There is no dishwasher, but the refrigerator and gas range/oven are updated and very clean. We cooked several meals using both the stove top in the oven without any problems. Well-stocked dishes, pots, pans, etc. Keurig coffee maker was a plus.
The beds are comfortable and the bedding and towels are well-maintained and clean. The bedroom was charmingly decorated in accordance with the style of the home. It was very relaxing for us to be there during some stressful times. There is even a dresser in the bedroom, which hasn’t always been the case when we stay in a short-term rental.
The second bed is a daybed with a trundle that pulls out. Both are very comfortable, again with good linens and nice quilts. There is a full-size washer and dryer included at this property, which was a big bonus for us.
This home does not have central air conditioning. However, it does have two strong window A/C units. When I say strong, I mean POWERFULLY strong! There were times when I literally had to shut them off for a little bit, because I got too cold!
Matt was excellent to communicate with from the very beginning. He checked in on us often, and we always felt like we could reach out to him if we needed to. So often in the past, we felt like we were dealing with a corporation when we have rented and talked to the “owner“. It was nice to feel connected to a genuinely caring person. Someone who cared about his property, and someone who cared about his guests.
If you’re looking for flashy glitz and glam, this may not be the place for you. But if you’re looking for a spot to be your “home away from home“, even if it’s just for a couple of days, the charm of East Dallas Gem could be the perfect little sparkle for you.