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

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6197 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 518
SAR 1,282 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 2,124 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 8056001751, 8056000565

Property is also known as

Sam Houston's Retreat Walking Distance Festivals Main Street
305109

About the neighborhood

Map
Fredricksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Rockbox Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Main Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 4 min drive - 2.7 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 50 lbs 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?

Check-out 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 vacation 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.

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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

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

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

10/10

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

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.

8/10

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

4/10

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
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10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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
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10/10

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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8/10

Very nice place to stay in Fredericksburg.
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10/10

This house is always clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We love staying here, and have stayed at this house for years.
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10/10

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

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

10/10

Loved our stay. Clean property near Main with a quiet patio
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Love the house and property - great location, only a couple of blocks to Main Street. The coupons for meals was sweet and unexpected. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

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

We had a wonderful time at Sam Houston's Retreat. The house was clean, well-furnished, updated, and full of charm, as always. We love staying here and will definitely be back!
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10/10

Very comfortable and relaxing place Thanks

10/10

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

10/10

Loved, loved, loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10

We love this place and are so grateful to the owners for renting it to us these last several years.
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10/10

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

10/10

We had a wonderful time at this property! It was a great location for walking to Main Street, and the house was very spacious. We went with another couple and appreciated that the bedroom/bathroom situation was pretty equal (ie no obvious “main bedroom”). Would definitely book this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10

Sam Houston was great!! Plenty of room to spread out!! We truly enjoyed our trip!! Highly recommend Sam Houston Retreat!!!