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Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lockhart, TX
  • Gaslight Baker Theatre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Caldwell County Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Lockhart State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas

Spend your vacation in this gorgeous and historic Greek revival home in charming Lockhart. One of the most prestigious and exclusive homes in Lockhart, this home was built in 1953 . It still has many of the original architectural features, but has been updated with some modern comforts. Known as the “Gambrell House”, this mid-century home was one of only two homes ever built by the respected commercial architectural firm, Page, Southerland and Page. This comfortable and spacious home is the perfect location to enjoy Central Texas and ideally located within 20-30 minutes of the Austin Airport, Circuit of the Americas, San Marcos Outlets, Austin, and San Antonio Riverwalk. Our lovely and historic town of Lockhart is known as the Barbeque Capital of Texas, but has much more to offer! Whether you are planning a family get-away, a ladies shopping weekend, or a couples retreat, let our home be your “home away from home”.

The Space- Our home is two stories and over 3,500 square feet. The upstairs has three comfortable bedrooms and two baths: A large master bedroom with a king-sized bed, walk-in closet, dressing room and private bathroom (shower) and two bedrooms with queen beds, large windows and a shared bath (bathtub). Our home has two TVs with cable and Wi-Fi. There is also a lovely sitting/reading area upstairs.

The downstairs area has an elegant formal dining room, kitchen, formal living room/study, and comfortable family room with plush seating. Both the formal living room and the family room have 2 additional pull-out sofa beds. There is a full downstairs bathroom (shower), a half-bath and a laundry room with a working washing machine and dryer. The family rooms open on to a serene porch and pergola with a fire pit to relax at the end of a long day. There is ample parking with a circle-drive on the side of the house. The yard has beautiful, well-established trees and an expansive yard. This is a pet-free home, non-smoking home. This house may not be suitable for children. We are happy to discuss a request for an exception. No parties or events are allowed without pre-arranged consent. Non-registered guests are not permitted to stay overnight.

Guest Access – The entire home is yours to enjoy, however, the garage and attic are restricted areas. The upstairs balcony is also restricted for the safety of our guests.

Interaction with Guests – We are proud of our town and our home. We want you to fully enjoy all that our area has to offer. We are guest-focused and will provide any suggestions or recommendations upon request. This is a private home rental and we will respect your privacy. However, we are a quick phone call away should you need anything during your stay.

The Neighborhood – This home is located on a quiet, residential street.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Lockhart

Located in Lockhart, this holiday home is on a river. San Marcos River and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Meadows Center for Water and the Environment and Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Circuit of the Americas or Bobcat Stadium.
Map
Lockhart, TX

What's nearby

  • Gaslight Baker Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Caldwell County Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Lockhart State Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Texas State University - 21 min drive - 27.7 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 27 min drive - 35.8 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 22 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Terry Black's Barbecue - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of San Marcos River, John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park and Bobcat Stadium. Rio Vista Park and Strahan Coliseum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Excellent in every way

Five stars is not enough. Best VRBO we have ever stayed at. The host Julie is amazing, she accommodated our special requests around our F1 activities. House is immaculate, charming, and large. Julies’ special touches - fresh flowers, snacks, a stocked refreshment bar, did not go unnoticed! Bedrooms clean, well appointed and comfortable. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful and fine for walks in the evening. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Fabulous place to relax with family

Six of us stayed for a Friday wedding, and after party in Lockhart on Saturday. Many extras not usually at a Vrbo such as some snacks, drinks, plenty of blankets, towels, real plants. Allowed us to check in early to dress for the 4:30 Friday wedding. Responded promptly to all our questions. By far our favorite rental experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

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

Great time in Lockhart!

We can’t say enough about about our stay! The house was fantastic and exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable, immaculate and conveniently located. My whole family loved it and we all highly recommend this house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our weekend in Lockhart.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peni P.

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

Great Place!

5 adults stayed at the property and loved everything about it. Location to downtown, cleanliness, lounging areas inside and out, lots of space. Comfortable beds, very clean, and having 3 bathroom was awesome. Owner was very nice and easy to work with. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Loved this property!!!

Great communication. Great house. Very homey. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steven E., Lewisville, Texas

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

A great Thanksgiving in Lockhart

Our Thanksgiving this year in Lockhart required extra room for our family. Instead of hotel rooms, we chose to rent this beautiful home in the heart of Lockhart. Julie was very helpful getting the home ready including two sofa beds downstairs for some elderly family members that could not handle the stairs to the second floor. The three bedrooms upstairs were spacious and great beds. The second bath upstairs is a bathtub only with no shower but otherwise worked well for our group as we were able to share the shower in the master bathroom. The living room and covered patio are great areas for the group to gather and enjoy the charm of this home. Julie had drinks and snacks available to us when we arrived making this very welcoming Overall this is a wonderful rental option for any family or large group that is visiting Lockart or Central Texas. We will consider this home again on future trips. Thanks Julie for all your hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Mark M., Shelbyville, Indiana

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

Paradise in Lockhart

Beautiful, clean and large property. Satisfied our needs then some!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Superb Southern Charm

We traveled to Austin with 2 couples and wanted a central location for day trips to Waco and San Antonio. This home served that purpose and was perfect for evening gatherings on the beautiful side porch and and large rooms to reminisce about the days activities. It’s spacious and beautifully decorated. The beds are very comfortable. The owners were so gracious and visited with us, answering all our questions. Everything was provided as on the description on HomeAway. We were so happy with this choice and look forward to our next visit to this area in Texas.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

This home and it’s owners were amazing!

The home was rented for a getaway among parents and 4 siblings and their spouses. It was the perfect size with great surroundings in a nice and relaxing town. The owners; Julie, Carol, and Christine were awesome to work with and added all sorts of special touches to our outing and the home. Highly recommended to anyone needing great place to stay in Lockhart and we hope to stay there again, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Lovely property beautifully decorated for Christmas with everything we needed

Our stay was just perfect. We had everything we needed to host a family Christmas, our Son's wedding rehearsal dinner and host out of state friends and family for the wedding that was held in Lockhart. Julie provided us so many personal touches by stocking items in the kitchen and bathrooms that we brought many things we didn't even need. Thank you for helping to make our special family moments even more special! We would recommend this property to family and friends and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Dorris H.

Perfect in every way.

For a large group or a few close family members, The Gambrell House offers Southern ambiance at its finest. The owners live near by and will drop by to make sure you enjoy every amenity, as well as leaving special treats for you to enjoy throughout your visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Angie F., Garden Valley, Texas

Beautiful spacious home!

We loved our stay. Julie went out of her way to make us feel at home with her beautiful Christmas decorations and small extra touches!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

DJ C., Dallas, Tx

Loved the home!

I highly reccomend! Such a perfect home! It is a beautiful with plenty of space. Right when we got there Julie welcomed us and gave us a tour of the house. There were little pamphlets and binders she made about everything to do in the little town of Lockhart, and recommended a great BBQ place. The house had board games, snacks, and bar with some goodies She even made me cupcakes for my birthday! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J., Chicago, IL USA

Respite for the Work Weary Travelers

My friends and I rented this beautiful home for a business trip. We were welcomed with delicious homemade cookies and a wonderful personal tour from Carol who not only showed us all of the special elements of the home but shared its rich history as well. It is clear that the owners thought about everything that a guest could want. It has every amenity and was a spacious and cozy space that we welcomed at the end of our work days. Julie was available at all times to answer our questions and came to our assistance at the drop of a hat! We truly enjoyed our stay here, we only wish that we could have spent more time exploring the area. My deepest gratitude to our wonderful hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Great place for a long weekend getaway with family!

Julie was the perfect host and the home was very comfortable. They went out of their way to make us feel welcome and at home. Thank you for sharing your lovely home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David T., Odessa Texas

Beautiful Home!

This home is very beautiful, classic charm and very large. works great for a family looking to enjoy the areas sites and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

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English, Spanish