The front door, and the lion who keeps it
Photograph 1 of 5: The front door, and the lion who keeps it
The front door, and the lion who keeps it
Welcome to
Charnwood District · Tyler, Texas
Step into a Storybook
Lapis Lazuli is a charming short term rental inspired by our favorite novels. Filled with books, mahogany antiques and elegant Victorian touches. Minutes from downtown Tyler and the medical district, it makes an ideal home base for book lovers, couples and visiting families.
At a glance
Lapis Lazuli is a fully furnished 4-bedroom, 1.25-bathroom Victorian-modern vacation rental located in the historic Charnwood District of Tyler, Texas. The home sleeps up to 6 guests across three bedrooms (two queen beds, and a twin room) with a formal office. Key amenities include a full-sized kitchen, in-unit washer and dryer, fast WiFi, dedicated workspace, TVs in every bedroom, parking, and charm. The property is roughly 3 minutes from UT Health Tyler and CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances. Pets are not permitted. The minimum stay is 2 nights for standard bookings and 30 days for insurance / ALE placements. Insurance adjusters and relocation coordinators are warmly welcomed — see the extended stays page for placement details.
The Rooms
I.
Bedroom 1
Deep British green and the most commanding room in the house. Queen bed.
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II.
Bedroom 2
Pale blue and alabaster white, for a midsummer's night dream that never quite ends. Queen bed.
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III.
Bedroom 3
Warm grey calm and a twin bed with trundle, with a desk for writing.
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The District
- Minutes from UT Health and CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances
- Steps from the Azalea District and downtown Tyler
- Walking distance to Tyler's historic neighborhoods and gardens
- Easy access to Tyler State Park and the Rose Garden
Frequently Asked Questions
Are pets allowed?
We love animals, but Lapis Lazuli is furnished with delicate antiques that pair poorly with paws and tails, so we are unable to host pets. The backyard is also closed to guests.
Is Lapis Lazuli a good fit for travel nurses?
Yes. The house sits minutes from Tyler's medical district, and its quiet rooms make a restful retreat between shifts. We welcome medical professionals on assignment and are happy to discuss extended stays.
I need to sleep during the day. Is Lapis Lazuli a good fit?
Yes. Every bedroom has its own mini-split unit, so each guest can set the temperature to their liking. The rooms are also equipped with blackout curtains and white noise machines.
Do you offer discounts for longer stays?
Yes. Send us a message with your dates and the length of your stay, and we'll put together a rate for you.
What's included in the kitchen?
The kitchen comes stocked with basic pots and pans, cookware, cutlery, a Keurig coffee maker, a full-size oven and a full-size refrigerator.
Where do I park?
Guest parking is on the street directly in front of the house.
Is the house wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, it is not. Lapis Lazuli is a multistory home built long before modern accessibility standards, with stairs leading up from the street. Guests with limited mobility may find another property better suited to their needs.
Do I have the whole house to myself?
Lapis Lazuli is a duplex. Guests book Lapis Lazuli Major, the front half of the house, which is entirely private. The other half, Lapis Lazuli Minor, is a separate residence with its own entrance, and its occupants have no access to your space.
Write to the House
A question, a date, a longer stay — send a note and we shall reply.
By candlelight, by lamplight, by lapis blue —
we keep the house ready for you.