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8.4

Very good

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Fredricksburg, TX

St. Mary's Catholic Church8 min walk
National Museum of the Pacific War14 min walk
Enchanted Rock Fissure3 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)75 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The cabin was beautiful and the town always pleasant. Even had a fox sleeping on our roof to add to the rustic experienc...

Jason A.

Mar 13, 2024

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Dining Area

About this property

Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main

Things to be aware of:
*From March 31st until October 1st, the fireplace will not be available for use.*
*The suite only has a whirlpool tub with a handheld shower wand. There is no standup/walk-in shower.*
*Construction is occurring at the property behind this one. As a result, you might experience construction noise, particularly during day light hours on weekdays.*

The Austin Street Retreat is an authentic historic home built by European settlers well over a century ago. Restored and embellished through the decades with modern amenities, there are now five unique suites. Located one block off Main Street in Fredericksburg's National Historic District, this premier property is an authentic Texas treasure built of stone, timber and stucco. It is situated on a large double lot shaded by old growth pecan trees and perennials from the LBJ Ranch. Each suite features elegant, charming decor along with a private terrace.

Popular for Hill Country Wine tours, family and friend reunions, special occasions and celebrations, the Retreat can sleep a total of twelve people.

Eli's is a one bedroom suite which was added to the original historic structure by a family of preservationists. The original windmill and cypress water tank grace the private limestone terrace. Inside, architectural artifacts from around the world work to create a haven from the ordinary. The cast iron mantle from a Philadelphia mansion, antique carved wood sculpture bed frame and antler chandelier all grace the natural integrity of the limestone wall. Featured in the bath is a two person jetted tub which is set in a glass block wall allowing at the same time private and natural light.

The suites uses Brooklinen sheet and towels.

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

Amenities

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Fireplace

Hot tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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 outdoor lighting

Property Registration Number 8056000848

About the area

Fredericksburg

This cabin is located in Fredericksburg. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marktplatz von Fredericksburg and Japanese Garden of Peace, while Pioneer Museum and Artisans At Rocky Hill are cultural highlights.

Fredricksburg, TX

What's nearby

Pioneer Museum - 3 min walk
St. Mary's Catholic Church - 8 min walk
Rockbox Theater - 12 min walk
National Museum of the Pacific War - 14 min walk
Enchanted Rock Fissure - 3 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪H-E-B ATM - ‬2 min drive
‪Cultures - ‬17 min walk
‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬16 min walk
‪Hill & Vine - ‬14 min walk
‪Hondo's - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main?

As of 2 July 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main on 3 July 2024 start from AU$367.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Austin Street Retreat - Eli's Suite | 1 Block to Main located?

Situated in Fredericksburg, this cabin is within a 5-minute walk of Main Street, Main Street and Pioneer Museum. Artisans At Rocky Hill and Fredericksburg Winery are also within 10 minutes.

8.4

Very good

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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6/10 Okay

Arlene R.

9 June 2024

Eli's

Read this whole review before you book Eli's, please! We have stayed at all the houses on Austin Street Retreat. Eli's was the last. Rustic, beautiful setting, atmosphere galore. This is NOT a place for the over "60" crowd. Bed is 42" off floor. (Really!?) Mattress is a soft spongy type. No shower. Bath tub is not easily accessible (rock wall to climb up and then VERY deep tub). Jets on tub looked pretty nasty. We did not use. AC is very loud when shutting off and on. We were disappointed after all the other great cottages that Austin Retreat has. We would not recommend nor will we be staying at Eli's again.

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10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

13 Mar 2024

Amazing

The cabin was beautiful and the town always pleasant. Even had a fox sleeping on our roof to add to the rustic experience.

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8/10 Good

Javier S.

1 Feb 2024

Comfortable and pleasant

Cabin was nice but needs a deep cleaning outside requires some ground keeping and a little bit more security lights.

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6/10 Okay

Jane A.

19 Jan 2024

Eli

Eli's bed was comfortable. We felt the rental company should explain that the bath is very difficult to get in and out of. We are pretty agile and we had difficulty. Additionally, the jacuzzi bath did not seem clean especially the jets.

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4/10 Poor

Bryan K.

20 Dec 2023

Read reviews BEFORE booking

Should have read the reviews, they state our largest issue….no shower and the bed came up to my fiancés chest. Literally need to jump up off the stool to get in. Then there was the now shower. The coolish tub had a wand to sort of shower but we had to clean the tub before getting in. Then when we turned on the jets it blew everything that was in them out and it was pretty gross. Only used once because we were grossed out. Location is good but this place needs a severe deep cleaning to move up to 3 stars. The bed was so high to begin with and the pillows matched being super thick and the other side of that is the mattress was so soft it made the pillows feel that much thicker. Finally got sleep when I didn't use a pillow.

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10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

13 Dec 2023

Beautiful cabin

This was our 6th time to stay in one of your cabins, and as always it was perfect.

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10/10 Excellent

Kirk P.

6 Dec 2023

We had a great time. Would recommend to everybody.

Would stay there again for sure. Had lots of fun

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10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

5 Oct 2023

The Best Home away from home!

We go to Fredericksburg 2-4 times a year and we stay at the Austin St retreat each and every time! It is by far the best place in town! Eli's is our favorite of the group, but there isn't a bad one at the retreat. The whirlpool tub is amazing and the whole location is just terrific!

6/10 Okay

Shana G.

4 Sept 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dissapointing

I was very disappointed in the cleanliness or lack of. Dust very apparent, found a large roach, tub jets were nasty, I am three weeks post op and was not about to use the tub! It was convenient to town and charming. I have pictures if needed. Sorry to be this way but you should know!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

12 Apr 2023

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

Great Stay

The property was great and cozy, we had everything we needed plus the location was secluded and quiet, yet very short to downtown locations. We will visit this specific property again.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moniqie O.

24 Feb 2023

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

Fredericksburg Bliss

My fiancé and I absolutely loved the property. Only small complaint was the AC wasn’t working great and they were warmer days. However, the nights were nice and cool out so we slept amazing. You shouldn’t be staying inside in Fredericksburg during the day anyways. :)

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

22 Jan 2023

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

Local overnight

Great location to spend time walking around downtown

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

18 Dec 2022

Wonderful place to stay!

We love Austin St Retreat. It's quiet, beautiful, and well cared for. We enjoy the tall beds ( and step stools)! It's great to be close enough to walk anywhere we want to go in town. Have stayed here before and will again!

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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

18 Dec 2022

This little adorable cottage was just what we needed for a little get away! Close enough to the main strip to walk but far enough to relax. Would def go back!

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10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

24 June 2022

Charming Retreat

This was our second stay at Austin Street Retreat. We stayed in Eli's place and it was charming and cozy. It was a beautiful weekend with warm days and cool nights. My husband made a great little fire in the fireplace and we relaxed on the patio in the mornings. Very comfortable and easy to walk from down town main street area which we did all weekend long.

About the host

Hosted by Gästehaus Schmidt

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