Today we’d like to introduce you to Matthew White.
Born from Pure wanderlust, an inherited obligation to recycle and a constant need to create, owner Matt White and his crew from Recycling The Past have created an amazing new concept in Round Top, TX.
Our uniquely designed interiors are cladded with sustainably harvested wood from our farm in upstate New York and reclaimed lumber from a distillery in Kentucky. To capture the vast pastoral views and great natural light, windows were installed that were salvaged from a school in Philadelphia that was slated for demolition. We keep the funky vibe going with kitchen cabinet bases from a laboratory in Brooklyn, and for the countertops, we used old bowling alley floors from Texas! The floors are the original to the containers, which have traveled the world may times over- with the many vintage artifacts rugs, art and fixtures gleaned from our travels across the globe and amazing finds from the Round Top Antiques Show, each HOUZE will offer you a unique place to stay.
Six Flophouzes are now available for your stay and we are in the process of completing more by the end of the year. Upon your arrival, each HOUZE will have complimentary coffee and tea, Topochico sparkling water, and Mexican Cokes. Just a short drive away in Round Top, there is a market for light snacks and other goodies. If you feel up for some swimming and fishing, Fayette Lake is right around the corner. Outside, every houze comes with its own hammock, fire pit and comfy chairs to relax and enjoy the famous Round Top sunsets. Every detail of this property has been carefully crafted to ensure that your stay is a comfortable and memorable one.
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Lordy where can I start… it’s been a project I’ve dreamed up since I was in my mid 20’s now 47 – we’ve evolved from antiques to architectural salvage, design now to the hotel hospitality world – it’s been a wild ride – a lot of learning, trials and tribulations.
Alright – so let’s talk business. Tell us about FLOPHOUZE-shipping container hotel – what should we know?
We are one of the most unique accommodations you will come across – recently we were voted by the matador Travel network as one of the top 25 most spectacular hotels in the world.
Is there a characteristic or quality that you feel is essential to success?
Perseverance, honesty, and integrity.
Pricing:
- $175 per night + fees and taxes
Contact Info:
- Website: Flophouze.com
- Phone: 9793532627
- Email: info@flophouze.com
- Instagram: @theFlophouze
- Facebook: Flophouzehotel
Image Credit:
Flophouze Hotel
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