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CASA CARMEN | San Miguel and Marfa vibes in Kerrville

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available

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Kerrville, TX

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

CASA CARMEN | San Miguel and Marfa vibes in Kerrville

This historic Spanish Bungalow features a freshly reappointed interior and exterior. Fully restored, the home was originally built in the 1920s, and boasts authentic charm with traditional white stucco exterior, clay tile roof, cantera stone and wood floors, plaster walls, french doors and windows, and custom lighting (almost all on dimmers).

Mexican talavera tile direct from San Miguel de Allende adorn the entire exterior from the terra-cotta walkway to the front door entry. Curb appeal is through the roof with a professional landscape design complete with lighting (on timers). The house is wrapped in patios, from the side courtyard to the lush backyard. There are mature shade trees, nine redbuds that bloom with vibrant color in spring, and a miniature agave garden in back. There is an abundance of outdoor furniture for dining al fresco and lounging. The side courtyard is floored in cantera stone and offers a cozy spot to observe passers by and enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning. There is a gas grill available for guests.

The owners have furnished the home with pieces from their own collection of antiques and vintage finds from several parts of the hill country and boasts original art. A cool-mix of mid-century classic, Spanish Art Deco with the texture of artisans from Mexico… you won't find anything quite like it. The main living and dining areas are large enough to host gatherings with it's open-concept design and access to the side courtyard. You'll find a comfy sectional to sink into or a swanky glass and brass dining table to enjoy a meal. The well-appointed kitchen is fully equipped with refrigerator, freezer (w/ ice maker), stove and other various small appliances, not to mention a separate coffee bar.

The master bedroom (king-sized bed) is oversized with plenty of room for extra furniture pieces, sitting area, and office/study area. Equipped with flat-screen hi-def television with access to a cable, HBO and Showtime. It's all in the details with high-quality linens, bedding, wooden hangers, provided paper and handmade pencils. The adjoining full bathroom is very unique featuring a custom Mexican Art Deco design mixing glass block, cantera stone and travertine materials. A true walk-in shower that will fit two. A Stackable washer/dryer unit is hidden behind louvered doors for your convenience. Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, plush white towels, hair dryer, iron, ironing board - it's all there for your benefit.

The second bedroom/den features a 42" flat-screen hi-def television with access to a dvd player, cable, HBO and Showtime. There is a glass shelved bar with everything you'll need to mix your favorite beverage. This space can be enjoyed as a second living area or easily closed off and converted into the second bedroom with the use of the sleeper sofa with memory foam mattress (this room also has it's own closet as well), guests can have their own bathroom and make use of the cream and blue talavera tiled full bathroom with walk-in shower and hand-pressed tin light fixture.

The house is equipped with a wireless internet cable modem for convenient access.

Please note: Please inquire with the owner if you would like to bring your pet. Upon approval, a non-refundable additional pet fee of $50 per pet applies.

Property manager

Laura & Micah Fore
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 and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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 a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kerrville

Located in Kerrville, this holiday home is in the city centre. Bella Luz and H.E.B. Municipal Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Guadalupe River and Kerrville-Schreiner Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, or consider a night out at Inn Conference Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Kerrville, TX

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pint & Plow Brewing Company - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mamacita's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CASA CARMEN | San Miguel and Marfa vibes in Kerrville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at CASA CARMEN | San Miguel and Marfa vibes in Kerrville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CASA CARMEN | San Miguel and Marfa vibes in Kerrville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CASA CARMEN | San Miguel and Marfa vibes in Kerrville located?

Located in the heart of Kerrville, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Riverside Nature Center and Guadalupe River. Inn Conference Center and The Schreiner Mansion/Hill Country Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty F.

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

Fun casa!

We loved this property & it suited us well. The only problem was a bad fall & sprained ankle caused by the double step in the master bedroom. The first step had orange tape on it, but the second one only had a small strip of printed tape, which made it difficult to see with no lights on. I also had my hands full of personal belongings, which made that step even more dangerous!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Kerriville

We loved this house. Very comfortable and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

A Beautiful Weekend

My family and I traveled to the Kerrville/Fredericksburg area for a quick weekend to hike and climb Enchanted Rock. We really enjoyed our stay. The home is beautifully decorated and clean. I love the artwork displayed. We will certainly recommend this house to our family and friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Cute, cute, cute house

The house was so cute and clean and the backyard was great for our dogs. Great location, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Kerrville visit

The house was great. The only surprise was that it was listed as a two bedroom, but the second bed was an uncomfortable pull out couch. Had I read all the way through the description I might have seen that and been able to make a different reservation. In any case it is a nice house and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mendy D.

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

Birthday weekend

We stayed here to celebrate my brother’s birthday. There were several events in town we attended. This location was perfect and the house is super cute. Great indoor and outdoor spaces. 2 full bathrooms made it easy for getting ready. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Cute house

House is located close to everything. Was very clean and loved the shower. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elle C., Houston, Texas

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

An inspired refuge

Great camper drop-off stay at this home, which truly lives up to its San Miguel Allende/Marfa comparison. Loved that so much of the historic charm of the home has been preserved, and it was beautifully appointed with vintage MCM and fine art. Bedroom was very comfortable for a couple, and our 10 year-old slept well on the pullout sofa (the mattress topper was a huge plus). Great location for Kerrville with easy access to everything in town. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great casita

Overall our stay was wonderful. We loved the house and everything in it. It was charming, comfortable and a great location. The only negative was the sheets on the fold out sofa bed were not clean. They were left on the pull out and all wadded up and soiled. So the first night of sleep on the sofa with just a comforter wasn't the best. But the next day we washed the sheets and we were good to go. We had a great time exploring Kerrville and enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard h.

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

Picture perfect

Spotlessly clean and comfortable. Check in and check out was a breeze. Highly recommend this property and host
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

shane c.

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

Nice getaway

This was a nice house. Perfect weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mendy G.

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

Wonderful trip to kerrville

Fun historic house. Great hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana W.

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

Great place for a weekend away!!

Really nice little place. Clean, quiet, close to food. Enjoyed the awesome water pressure, nice hot showers. Comfy couches and complete kitchen. Really enjoyed it. Loved the cute decorations as well!! Hope to come back sometime!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

Best place in Kerrville

Have been staying at Casa Carmen for the past few years! It has become our home away from home! It is perfect for us! Close to town, close to the park, and close to everything we do around the Kerrville area! Micah and Laura are such nice people and always there if we need anything. We would not stay anywhere else!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Lovely!

Best rental property we’ve ever stayed in!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Hill Country Jewel Box

We have stayed at this property many times- we have a big family that lives in the area and this is where we stay when we visit them! It is a great little sanctuary! The home is extremely well appointed- both a coffee pot and Keurig in the kitchen- wine glasses, bar tools etc. the patio is a perfect place to have a drink or rest at the end of the day- Furnishings and art are smartly appointed and comfortable but sophisticated with a good eye for design! The Den is cozy you can pull out the sofa for an extra sleeping spot if you need it- TVs are good quality and you have cable or can sign in to your own streaming services- Good linens and towels- king mattress is extremely comfy. Each time we visit this home is in even better condition- paint is always fresh owner makes ongoing improvements- Finally, you cannot beat the location - there is an Exxon near the house about 3 min away- a newish H‑E‑B grocery store about 5 min away- restaurants etc- You can get to I-10 in about 10 min drive- there are also walking trails nearby- that are beautiful and take you for a stroll by the river! We absolutely love our stays here- and are always looking forward to our return- Home is perfect for a couple or can comfortably accommodate 4 using the pull out sofa-
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Very cute place

It’s a very cute house, wonderfully appointed in a southwestern motif. Clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. Micah was quick to respond when power went out, even though it was neighborhood-wide. He checked with the power company and kept us informed. This was the nicest of three we have rented in Kerrville, and definitely will be our choice going forward.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Karen B.

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

Case Carmen

We loved the Casa Carmen! It would perhaps be helpful for future guests to prepare instructions on how to use the TV's throughout the house, as we were not able to conquer the remotes! The house is very comfortable and we enjoyed it immensely!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clarke H., Houston, TX USA

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

Precious Villa for a Couple

My husband and I stayed at this precious home for a long weekend. The house was clean and very comfortable for two. The home was spacious and we could have easily had some friends over, as there are two sitting areas, a large backyard and two bathrooms, so guests don’t need to use the master. I will say that there aren’t permanent doors separating the bedroom from other spaces, so not much privacy to stay with another couple (or kids if that would bother you). This didn’t bother us, we just didn’t notice that in the photos / before we arrived. Lastly, I am not a big coffee drinker, but the coffee they had available was delicious! Definitely try it out you stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Wendy J., Lewisville, TX, USA

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

Cute Kerrville house

Stayed with friends for a short weekend trip. Used the house just for sleeping, and worked out good. The location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

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

Fun weekend away

Property is a great older home remodel that made the perfect getaway for us! Loved the quiet neighborhood and great outdoor areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendall Y.

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

Lovely home with a wonderful backyard as well! Highly recommend!

This home is beautiful! It is the ideal size and in a great location within town. The hosts were extremely helpful and I highly recommend this property when visiting Kerrville!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S., Evergreen, CO

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

Great location!!

Perfect location. Excellent property managers!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

Best place to recuperate!

Traveled from ABQ, NM to have foot surgery in Kerrville. Had to stay for 6 weeks for recovery. Not a better place to recuperate than Casa Carmen. Have been here several times and would not stay anywhere else! Love everything about it! The location, the beautifully decorated home and the backyard that is so nice for our doggies!
Stayed 45 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jannie B., Hale Center tx

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

Cute Bungalow

The property was absolutely perfect for me and my daughter and son in law. Hosts were most helpful with quick responses.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laura & Micah Fore

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Laura and Micah Fore are husband and wife real estate brokers that own their own real estate firm in downtown, Kerrville. Their company is synonymous with professionalism and market expertise. Please visit their website www.ForePremierProperties.com to learn more. They would be delighted to assist you with your real estate needs as well.

"It would be our great pleasure to share with you what makes this area so special. I grew up in Kerrville and have called it home for almost 30 years. We can point you to some of the best kept secrets of the hill country. Kerrville in particular is one of the most picturesque towns to enjoy. The Guadalupe River flows right through it and it's location will allow you to enjoy surrounding areas as well." - Laura Fore

Why they chose this property

This is such a special property... everyone knows and admires this house. It has a rich history from it's inception in the early 1920's and was once owned by entrepreneur, James H. Avery, founder of James Avery Craftsman. We were very excited to acquire it this year (2016) and decided it was far too special to keep it all to ourselves... we had to share it with others. Our family and friends have enjoyed this property over the years (when it was owned by my dear friend, Paco Espinoza (owner of Francisco's restaurant) for almost thirty years! We hope that you will fall in love with it just as we have... the name is Casa Carmen in honor of Paco's mother, Carmen Avery. She was an incredible woman, and once the lady of San Miguel de Allende in Mexico. We had the honor of being friends with her and considered her an extension of our own family - I hope she would be proud.

What makes this property unique

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. You are centrally located in the heart of Kerrville with quick access to restaurants, bars, shopping and everything the hill country is about; jaw-dropping gorgeous rivers, parks and nature! You'll have the comfort of your own home equipped with everything you need. This place oozes style and is an absolute delight to spend time in.

Languages:

English

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