Tealwood, Houston, Texas
Tealwood is a subdivision in the Memorial area of Houston. It's bounded by Buffalo Bayou, the Sam Houston Toll Road, Broken Bow Dr, Perthshire Rd, Bunker Hill Village and Piney Point Village. It is a quiet, wooded neighborhood known for its sense of community and quiet atmosphere.
The neighborhood is managed by an active homeowner's association which enforces deed restrictions and plans neighborhood events such as a Halloween block party, a summer ice cream social, and a National Night Out potluck.
Tealwood is served by Spring Branch Independent School District. Students are zoned to Frostwood Elementary School, Bunker Hill Elementary School, Memorial Middle School and Memorial High School. The nearest public library is Spring Branch Memorial Branch of Harris County Public Library.
Residents of Tealwood enjoy easy access to a wide variety of dining options. A few restaurants near the neighborhood include: Jonathan's the Rub, an upscale steakhouse. Pacha Nikkei specializes in a unique fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine. Fornos of Italy serves classic Italian fare. La Madeleine is a French restaurant and Patisserie. Lava Lounge features a fusion of Mediterranean cuisine made from locally sourced ingredients.
Nearby parks include: Bendwood Park features playgrounds, tennis courts, a baseball diamond, a walking trail and a large green space. The premier features of Susan C. Kellner Pocket Park are the two gardens, a butterfly garden and a hummingbird garden. There are also two playgrounds, one for older children and one for younger children. Edith L. Moore Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary and birding site with educational nature trails. Terry Hershey Park contains more than eleven miles of trails and is a favorite hiking and bicycling destination. Mary Ann Francklow Park is a small neighborhood park with a half-mile loop trail that is popular for walking dogs. Carol Tree Pocket Park is named for the majestic oak tree at its center. It's a neighborhood hub that contains a community garden consisting of raised beds for local residents to grow flowers, herbs and vegetables, a playground, a green lawn and winding paths.
Tealwood is a quiet neighborhood with a serene ambience and a refreshing sense of community.