[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street Vacation home in Fredericksburg with kitchen and furnished patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21970000/21967200/21967197/f1ffb14d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21970000/21967200/21967197/1d812ac7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21970000/21967200/21967197/80aa88be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21970000/21967200/21967197/4e70c813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21970000/21967200/21967197/cf736126.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into Sam Houston's Retreat, an elegant 1950s home nestled near Main Street. The beautifully remodeled living room boasts a luxurious red sofa and fireplace, while the sunroom offers a serene setting with a majestic day bed. Enjoy games, books, or relaxation in this comfortable haven. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62124 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 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 ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91600000/91598100/91598087/9d391287.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to Main! 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for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events 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 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 8056000565 ### Property is also known as Sam Houston's Retreat Walking Distance Festivals Main Street 305109 ## About the area Located in Fredericksburg, this vacation home is in the city center. Rockbox Theater and National Museum of the Pacific War are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Main Street and Das Peach Haus. Enchanted Rock Fissure and Wildseed Farms are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. [Visit our Fredericksburg travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Fredericksburg.dx6059096) [View more Vacation homes in Fredericksburg](https://www.expedia.ca/Fredericksburg-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6059096-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.27659%2C-98.86769&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oqG7wxbabPEJ6aFkJFaTTqq82vc=) 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 - ‪The Auslander - ‬9 min walk - ‪Los Tios - ‬8 min walk - ‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk - ‪Rathskeller - ‬7 min walk - ‪Clear River Ice Cream Bakery Deli - ‬6 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street? > As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sam Houston's Retreat | Walking distance to Festivals | Close to Main Street on Oct 20, 2025 start from CA $162.02, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Fredericksburg-Hotels-Sam-Houstons-Retreat-Walking-Distance-To-Festivals-Close-To-Main-Street.h21967197.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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