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Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem

***Old homes and antiques are not for everyone. This house is full of antiques including antique dolls.***

Located on Cora St, one of the most charming and historic streets in town, Alte Friedrichsburg doesn't disappoint in telling the history of early 1900's Fredericksburg. Lavishly decorated with native German settler antiquities, this is one not to be missed by aficionados of history and unparalleled elegance. Arriving at the home, you can't help but be immediately charmed by its cheerful pale blue paint and inviting front porch. However, these two aspects are just a taste of the wonders that await you inside. Branching off from a pleasant foyer, to the left you'll find a resplendent parlor occupied by opulent seating, a lavish oversized rug, and handsome historic oak flooring while to the right lies the first bedroom, appropriately named “the honeymoon suite,” that features a grandiose full tester bed complimented by the oak floors continued from the parlor and foyer. Further in are a lovely second bedroom with an ornate wooden headboard and a second seating area that is a bit less formal than the parlor but just as exquisitely furnished. Both bathrooms in the home feature desirable gray stone floors with one featuring a romantic clawfoot tub with handheld shower and the other a modern walk-in shower. The true gem of the home though has to be the spectacular dining room. A grand oak table with seating for 8 is encircled by exceptional wooden display cabinets brimming with delicate crystal and polished silver that is certain to make each meal a special occasion.

Alte Friedrichsburg had the distinction of being selected as one of seven homes to take part in the 60th Christmas Home Tour & Market on December 2nd, 2017.

Things to be aware of:
1. The second bedroom does not have doors on it.
2. While the home does have modern conveniences including central air & heat, internet, and television, the home is decorated in the theme of an early 20th century home and, as a result, is very different than what most of people would be used to in their own homes.

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

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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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 not allowed

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 8056001198

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Alte Friedrichsburg Historic Gem
Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem Fredericksburg
Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem Private vacation home
304882

About the area

Map
Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Rockbox Theater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Main Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamacita's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Auslander - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hill & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rock Haus - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem?

As of Jul 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem on Jul 29, 2025 start from CA $149.55, 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem located?

Located in Fredericksburg Historic District, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Marktplatz von Fredericksburg, Rockbox Theater, and Vereins Kirche Museum. Main Street and National Museum of the Pacific War are also within 10 minutes.

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Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 71 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel V.

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

Very nice

House is well decorated and clean. Location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly G.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Fredericksburg getaway

This was an old house, full of old furniture, and smelled like it. Beautiful furnishings, but way too much of it. Every armoire, chest and closet was full of old shoes, hats and clothes, so there was no place to put our stuff. The furniture was very uncomfortable, except for the beds which were fine. If you love antiques, and are charmed by old houses, this is the house for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Spicewood, Texas

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

Quiet property near downtown.

Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Amazing Period Home

Amazing historical home fully kitted out in the period. Also fantastic touches by the hosts - strawberries, milk, muffins, bread, etc.
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10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

5

We had such a wonderful stay. Beautiful home abc the beds were extremely comfortable. We loved looking at all the antiques. The desserts was a lovely surprise. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

Just so cute!

This place is so cute! It has all these great decorations and little hidden gems. Also the snacks for breakfast and the stocked fridge were awesome. We had to cut our visit short due to weather but the service at Gastehaus was also great in this regard. We hope to stay at Alte again...in warmer weather! We highly recommend this place!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Historical Charm

We stayed here for a girls’ weekend and loved it! We all love history and enjoyed looking at everything displayed in the home. We were comfortable and enjoyed sitting in the parlor in the evening. We all wish we had stayed one extra day to do nothing but explore every nook and cranny because there was so much to see!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Greg B.

4

Very comfortable beds, great back porch, and so many antiques it was like a museum. Close to downtown. Would definitely o back.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

The faceless doll, the flexing floors

This place is a museum. Every inch is covered in antiques. We parked in the nice driveway. After that it got creepy. The back patio was cluttered in finds. At The back door entry we were greeted by a faceless doll sitting in a chair facing the entry. The other creepy dolls and antique furniture had me creeped out. The floors need a lot of bracing, as I walked all the nicknacks would clink and chime with the flexing floor. I couldn’t stay here. Was too haunted feeling for us. Some may love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rendilyn K.

5

It was like spending time in a museum. It was amazing. We were welcomed with a beautiful table of goodies and a stocked refrigerator with many choices of beverages and breakfast choices. It was a great time - Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Doyle W., San Antonio

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

Back in Time

If you remove the a/c and electric, the house transports you back to the early 1900's. Beautiful antique furniture in the house, along with an abundance of period pieces. If you are looking to go back to the early 1900's, then this is the place for you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christy S.

Wonderful!

I booked this house as a girl weekend getaway for my best friend's 40th birthday. We are both major history buffs and I wanted to make this a special trip for her. This house was beyond what we could hope for and we both absolutely loved exploring all of the little details placed throughout this historic home. The staff was amazing and super friendly and always willing to answer any questions we had. Thank you for helping me make this such a memorable weekend!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Spooky, kitschy, no space to spread out.

This house has an odd layout, with one bedroom being basically in the middle of the house. The description says the second bedroom didn’t have a door, but in reality you have to walk through the bedroom to get anywhere in the house. Every surface is covered with old stuff, every closet is full, every drawer as well, so guests don’t have room to unpack. It’s can, but coated with weird, kinda spiky old stuff. We don’t use the kitchen except for the coffee maker. They want really a communal space that was comfortable. I would not recommend for families, and I worked definitely not stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Joan A.

Lovely home with

Lovely home with wonderful antiques. Hosts were very accommodating and kind. One criticism would be lack of space for guests to settle in. Every counter, drawer or closet was filled with antiques which left no space for our clothes, toiletries etc. Enjoyed back patio space and nesting cardinals!

6/10 Okay

Steve and Kathy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Girl’s Weekend

The property is unique and very interesting. Some beautiful pieces of furniture and dinner ware. But cluttered and dusty. The yard and porches could be lovely but they were dirty and cluttered. We did appreciate the authenticity of the property. Thank you for letting us explore your home
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S., Austin, Texas

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

A Place Left in Time

We loved our stay at the Alte house. We love history, we love antiques and we love charming. This is the place to stay to appreciate history at it's finest. This is a place for adult only company. There are too many priceless antiques for children to be around. We are so thankful for the opportunity to stay here. We will hold it in our hearts. Kudos for sharing this amazing part of history with us. Thank you -- Gene and Laurie
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennifer C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

This is museum, not a VRBO

I will start off by telling you I am a history professor and of course appreciate history. However, this home should be a museum. Lots of valuable artifacts. And the smell (musky, old). And the carpet. Yuck. The location was great but that’s about it. The place is junked up. Find a more relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Taylor T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Character

We chose this property due to its historic charm that we saw in pictures. However, it is much more cluttered in person than it appears in the photos. The back sunroom area was lacking the chairs that appeared in the pictures and instead had a bed. The couches were incredibly uncomfortable and we spent most of our nights sitting on the floor. This would be very comfortable and cute with better seating and some declutterring
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Katherine C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Didn’t stay if you have children

My 11 year old and 5 year old were completely freaked out when they saw the inside and we told them we were spending the night, lots of dolls. To be honest, my wife and I did not want to stay there either. The house is very cluttered and has a creepily historic Victorian vibe. We ended up getting a hotel. If you want an authentic Victorian house this is this place to book. Beautiful but not family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Len & Diana G.

1

The bed matrass was smaller than the bed frame and I hit my feet on the frame when I got out of bed.
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6/10 Okay

Catherine L.

While I appreciate the

While I appreciate the owners of this home being proud of their German heritage, the number of antiques in this house are just simple overwhelming. There was no room to even hang up clothes. And, tons of antiques on the back patio made it impossible to sit outside and enjoy the evening. The time spent at the house was uncomfortable, scared that we moved got break something because every area was filled with trinkets.
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4/10 Poor

Angelia M.

Filthy

First impression outside and pictures were great Walk up to the back porch and it's completely dirty. If you wanted to sit down, you would need to clean everything first open the door and the carpet had not been vacuumed. They were beautiful antiques everywhere went into the bathroom and there was soap scum on the beautiful white tub, I ran my finger over to make sure that it was so it was had to call housekeeping to come clean and the dust. The house is unbelievable when I let housekeeping know about it and they came and did nothing about the dust grab a glass out of the cabinet to have some water to drink , and the glass has been cleaned with furniture polish

2/10 Terrible

marvin r.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Back In Time

If you’re in to Victorian style this is a good place to experience it . I enjoyed every room and the two nights there. I did not even leave the whole time I was there it was so much to explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024