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Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6197.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Fredricksburg, TX
  • National Museum of the Pacific War
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street

Located just a short walk from Main Street this 1950 style home is both elegant and comfortable. The name “Sam Houston's Retreat” came from their favorite pet dog. You will see a variety of artwork throughout the house to remind you of Sam Houston. It is evident they have done and thought of everything to make each and every stay a special memory. Your hosts completely remodeled this awesome home in 2010 and 2013.

Walking into the front door you will be in awe of the beautiful living room. There is a red luxurious sofa with two comfortable chairs faced to enjoy both the fireplace and the 42” flat screen cable television and DVD player. There is also an awesome game table with cushioned straight back chairs to enjoy playing games or just to visit. Your hosts have provided books, games, cards and puzzles for you to enjoy during your stay. Across the hall from the living room is a bath with a large tile shower. The sunroom faces the patio and offers a beautiful setting with a majestic day bed with trundle. (Sheets in armoire).

Two bedrooms are exquisitely decorated to create both romance and royalty. The master bedroom has a king bed decked in an array of colors with the primary color being red. The armoire has another flat screened television. A loveseat in the corner is great for reading or just lounging. The second bedroom has a lovely iron queen bed topped with an array of pillows. A bathroom with a whirlpool tub and shower is found in the hall.

Do you enjoy being in a kitchen that is both efficient and awe-inspiring? This is the one. The spacious kitchen has everything you will need to create special meals or just enjoy your coffee in the morning. There is a stovetop/oven, large refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, coffeemaker and stocked with dishes both to eat on and cook with.

Outside is a private stone patio with a wicker loveseat, chairs and grill The patio is perfect for enjoying Fredericksburg's crisp cool mornings. A board fence is perfect for your pet to run and enjoy a little exercise. The patio door does lock behind you so be very careful when going outside.

The home is pet friendly and will accept up to two dogs but each one must weigh 30 lbs or less. In addition, there is a pet fee of $27/dog/night. Due to the fact that HomeAway/VRBO does not allow us to charge for more than one dog at the time of booking, please let us know if you will be bringing more than one dog, so that we can make sure that you are charged the correct amount. If you bring more than one dog and do not let us know, you will be charged accordingly. Furthermore, please bring crates for your dogs and crate them in your absence from the house, do not allow the dogs on furniture or beds, and pick up and properly dispose of their waste. If these rules are not followed, there will be an additional $200 charge added to your reservation.

*Being close to a busy road (Llano St.), there is the potential for street noise.*

$27.00*/per pet/per night
*plus 13% tax

Permit#8056000565

House Rules as Required by the City of Fredericksburg's Short Term Rental Ordinance
- Observe the City of Fredericksburg Quiet Hours (10pm to 7am in residential zones). No music of any kind after 10 pm.
- The City of Fredericksburg is a Dark Sky Community with outdoor lighting restrictions. All outdoor lighting is encouraged to be turned off when no one is present to use the light.
- Observe the designated on-site and off-site parking spaces.
- Place all trash in designated containers.

Property manager

Gästehaus Schmidt
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 8056001751, 8056000565

About the area

Fredericksburg

Located in Fredericksburg, this holiday home is in the city centre. Rockbox Theater and National Museum of the Pacific War are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pioneer Museum and Fort Martin Scott Historic Site. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Fredricksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Rockbox Theater - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Main Street - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamacita's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Auslander - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hill & Vine - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rock Haus - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street located?

Located in Fredericksburg Historic District, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rockbox Theater, Main Street and Marktplatz von Fredericksburg. National Museum of the Pacific War and Fredericksburg Brewing Company are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michaelcmgilb

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Property is in great condition, and a perfect location. Walked to lunch and dinner and shopping within 5 minutes. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J.K. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring in Fredericksburg

Our eighth time to Fredericksburg and eighth difference VRBO, and best VRBO to date. Thanks for your great home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Great Value

A couple of us "seasoned citizens" stayed here on during a motorcycle ride. We wanted clean, quiet, and a carport. More on that later. The location is great, just 5 minutes walk from lots of restaurants on Main Street. You'll hear traffic noise from the intersection, but that stops at night. The kitchen is well-equipped, though we did not have a chance to use it. One thing to note, the primary bath is accessible only from the hallway between the two bedrooms. The second bath is on the other side of the house. If you require a private bath, this may be a consideration. Spring in Texas can bring hail, and there was a big storm just south of town our first night. The carport took all the worry out of the unforecasted weather. For a small group, the Sam Houston Retreat is a much better value than staying in hotel rooms. Highly recommended.
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6/10 Okay

Francisco O.

Great house and location

We really enjoyed staying there, but we want to give you a sincere feedback. The house was not as clean as expected: - Floors: dirty - Fridge: dirty - Dishwasher: still had items
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10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

Great!

We really enjoy staying here. This is the second time we have stayed here and we love it. The house is very spacious and has everything we need. The location is only a few blocks off Main Street so it is only a 5 minute walk. We have already reserved it for November.

4/10 Poor

Michelle H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

There was left over food in the fridge and we had to clean it out. The living area hadn’t been duste

On a busy street and it was hard to get in and out of driveway. High traffic area and loud nosey cars when you try to sleep. No window covers on the kitchen windows and it faced the busy street. I would not stay at the property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

Property was well maintained providing for a comfortable stay indoors and outdoors. Easy walk to Main Street. Great location. The only downside was road noise, but would definitely recommend property and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

4

Love this house but the drain in bath next to master bedroom needs help. It fills up with water when taking a shower!!

8/10 Good

Glenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great dog friendly home

Perfect location. Short walk to the heart of Main Street. Wonderful to be able to have our dogs with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

We had a girls trip to Fredericksburg and had a fantastic time. The Sam Houston house we rented was amazing and would stay there again! The weather was nice one of the days so we were able to sit out on the back porch and enjoy the birds. It was easy walking distance to Main Street. The only not so great thing was the street noice. We are not used to that.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely girls trip getaway

We just wrapped our stay here for a girls trip weekend. The location was great, Close to most area attractions ( 10 or 12 minute walk or 3 to 4 minute drive ). The rooms look exactly as they do online, the beds were very comfortable and overall the home was very well appointed. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

The house was very nice. Plenty of room and a lot of charm. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

fatdogtavern

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house, close to perfect.

Everything about the house is great. If I had to nitpick, I'd say that the road noise can be loud, but we were prepared for that and brought sound machines for the bedroom. Kitchen was well equipped. Bed was comfortable. Location is an easy walk to Main Street. I would have liked the TV's to be Smart TV's, so that I could have accessed my Amazon & Youtube account. Next time I will bring a Firestick to access the internet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

We loved the house! Cozy and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

We have stayed at Sam Houston’s retreat several times, and make it our go to place to stay. The location is great and it’s kept up so well. It was a birthday celebration and we will be back for the next one.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kent and Mary v.

Sam Houston House

Wonderful stay, our third stay at the Sam Houston House. We love it, so comfortable and homey! We look forward to next year with you! Thank you, Mary and Kent vF

6/10 Okay

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Noisy and way overpriced. For young people.

The hot tub as advertised was a small inside tub. For the price they don't furnish firewood. At 5:30am the traffic noise wakes you up no matter which bedroom your in. The living room ceiling is about to fall in. Not worth the money at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emilie G.

Love Staying Here

This house is always clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We love staying here, and have stayed at this house for years.

10/10 Excellent

Olga H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

Definitely would like to stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

Loved, loved, loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoying Dam Houston Retreat

The Sam Houston Retreat was large & comfortable for the four of us. We had our privacy, large bedroom with our own bathroom which was an important feature. A lot more space with the living room, large TV & space for reading. The trundle bed was a nice feature for more people & nice room to relax. The patio would be nice for warmer weather. We were close to Main Street. All in all, it was a great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

janice p.

Friends Weekend

We traveled from Houston to meet friends from Boerne for a weekend in Fredericksburg. Sam Houston's Retreat was the perfect size for our group of 4 - plus one well-mannered pet. The location was close enough to the Nimitz properties to walk and as a bonus the weather was perfect. We enjoyed having coffee and breakfast at Sam Houston's Retreat. For lunch and dinner we went to new places and some old favorites. Coupons to redeem at several restaurants were provided- that we didn't use, but definitely would next time. Location was GREAT -except for the busy intersection ( - 1 Star for traffic noise). Fortunately, there were pedestrian crosswalk signals to use for crossing the street when needed. All amenities were as described for the property. If we go again, we will take a coffee pot, because we went through too many k-cups. The interior was roomy and decorated with Autumn touches which was a nice surprise.

10/10 Excellent

Dixie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven in Fredericksburg

Loved the decor, ease of rental and beds/bath. If given opportunity would so rent again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Great place

We've stayed here a few times and have always had a great time. The location is great, and the off the street parking is a plus. We'll book here again.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Such a great and cozy place. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gästehaus Schmidt

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Gästehaus Schmidt
231 West Main Street
Fredericksburg, Texas (TX) 78624

866-427-8374
830-997-5612
info@gastehaus.com

Monday - Friday
9am to 6pm
Saturday
10am to 5pm
Sunday
10am to 4pm

Languages:

English

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