From short-term rentals to forever homes, a home search is personal by nature, shaped as much by place as by the house itself. The Neighborhood Spotlight series explores Fort Worth and DFW neighborhoods through lived experience – architecture, local character, and the details that shape daily life – informed by the people who live there and the homes they inhabit. Each feature considers what gives a neighborhood its distinct feel, and how that collective identity carries into life at home.

Short-term rentals in Fort Worth often reflect the people behind them: homeowners creating places meant to feel like home, even for a temporary stay. A furnished pool house in Southwest Fort Worth is a comfortable option for short-term living, offering an easy, lock-and-leave home base for time mostly spent exploring beyond its walls. In conversation, the owner shares how a focus on comfort and ease shaped the space, and how the surrounding Southwest Fort Worth neighborhood becomes part of the experience of staying here.

What do people enjoy about living in Southwest Fort Worth?

I would say the proximity to so many things, such as TCU games, shopping at Clearfork, dining on Magnolia Avenue, Trinity Trails and Downtown Fort Worth. The location is 5-10 minutes from the museums in the Cultural District and the Fort Worth Zoo. For traveling nurses and medical professionals, it is less than five miles to the Medical District.

What is your favorite spot in the pool house? Why?

Since it's an open concept studio, I would say anywhere provides a nice and comfortable atmosphere. The living room windows look out over the backyard deck, which is peaceful and quiet.

Describe what a typical weekend might look like for someone living in Southwest Fort Worth.

Depending on what your interests are, there are movies and bowling at Clearfork, not to mention great restaurants. The Trinity Trails offer avid bicyclists, runners and walkers miles of trails along the river. There are a lot of nice local parks and lots of activities near Southwest Fort Worth. The location gives you access to so much without even having to get on the freeway.

What are your favorite local restaurants?

Ático, Clay Pigeon, Joe T. Garcia's, Press Café, and Woodshed Smokehouse.

How would you describe Fort Worth?

Fort Worth is rich in culture and a fun place to live. Even though it's a big city, the friendly people give it a small town feel. Its location is perfect, as you can still go to events around DFW without having to drive too far.