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The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos

The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos

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Living area includes leather sleeper sofa, mini fridge, DVD player and Wi-Fi
Plush, pillow top queen mattress
Relax with a glass of wine in your private patio
Warm and cozy bedroom with Queen size bed
Living area with pull-out, queen-size leather sofa, chair, & bistro table

Overview of The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

San Marcos, TX
  • Popular LocationTexas State University4 min walk
  • Popular LocationWonder World15 min walk
  • Popular LocationRio Vista Park19 min walk
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Dining Area

About this property

The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos

Beautifully furnished, quaint and cozy guest house nestled in the charming historic district of San Marcos. Located just 4 blocks from the downtown square and Texas State University, with convenient access to the Outlet Malls and the San Marcos River. Multiple restaurants, cafe's, coffee shops, a laundromat, gas station and a grocery store are all within walking distance.

The Palmer's Guest House is right next door to the famous Palmer's Restaurant Bar and Courtyard. Included with your two-night stay is the "Palmer's Welcome Package" which includes a welcome bottle of Texas Wine and a $30 gift certificate to enjoy a fabulous meal next door at Palmer's Restaurant, Bar & Courtyard. Come enjoy a taste of the Hill Country and everything San Marcos has to offer. *Please call Kristin to add on the "Palmer's Welcome Package" to any booking for only $29.

Keywords: Guest House, bed and breakfast, B&B, romantic

Property manager

Kristin Sheffield
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Even the most well-behaved pets have dander.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Marcos

Located in San Marcos, this cottage is in the city centre and near theme parks. Quail Creek Golf Club and Three Dudes Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Blanco Shoals Natural Area and Blue Hole Regional Park. Wonder World and Young County Arena are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 4 min walk
  • San Marcos River - 13 min walk
  • Wonder World - 15 min walk
  • Rio Vista Park - 19 min walk
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 16 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Taco Bell - 8 min walk
  • Torchy’S Tacos - 7 min walk
  • North Street - 2 min walk
  • The Root Cellar Cafe & Brewery - 9 min walk
  • Gumby’s Pizza San Marcos - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Palmer's Guest House - The Great Getaway in Central San Marcos located?

Located in the heart of San Marcos, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Witliff Collections and Texas State University. Calaboose African American History Museum and Texas Music Theater are also within 10 minutes. San Marcos Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Misti R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Retreat
Felt cozy and safe. Kristin was so communicative and accommodating. Loved the location. Perfect retreat for my birthday weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cozy Cottage
Private little gem. This place was in a convenient location. Palmer's restaurant next door was delicious, too! Kirsten, the owner was absolutely wonderful in making our stay comfortable by communicating through text to answer any questions. Great experience! We will definitely stay again. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Cute Place
Loved the place, close to everything, will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Debra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best
This is the BEST place to stay when one visits San Marcos. My daughter and I attended the Mermaid Festival parade and TXST football game! Too much fun!! We had a Friday night dinner at Palmer’s to kickoff our weekend and Palmer’s Sunday brunch to close out the weekend. Our food was delicious: crab cakes, chicken fried, bacon pasta, salads all fantastic! Service exceptional. Cocktails yummy too! Hostess, Kristin always available yet never intrusive. An Aveda concept salon is a few steps away. Downtown too. The cottage is cozy. Stay here if you can! I have, since 2019. Never disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheilapatrickhunt

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Palmer Guest House, San Marcos
The Palmer Guest house is a comfy and convenient place to stay in San Marcos. We also enjoyed going to the Palmer Restaurant. It was a very comfortable place to wind down after a day after a day on the river. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kristin Sheffield

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The Sheffield Family has been in the hospitality business for over 50 combined years. we are a family run business who supports our local community.
We look forward to your stay!

Why they chose this property

Perfectly nestled in the heart of San Marcos. Walking distance to TXST, downtown, the historic district, the square, HEB and many other shops, restaurants and the San Marcos River! Enjoy the ambiance and amazing food and drinks right next door at Palmer's Restaurant, Bar, & Courtyard. Indulge in the "Palmer's Welcome Package" FREE with any two-night stay, or for just $29 with a one night booking. Please call Kristin to purchase this special treat at (512)775-7770.

What makes this property unique

San Marcos is located half-way between Austin and San Antonio, Texas, known as the Gateway to the Hill Country. In We are known for our crystal clear, San Marcos River which is always 72 degrees and can be enjoyed year round. San Marcos is home to Texas State University and the guest house is within walking distance to the entire campus. In addition to being located right next door to the fabulous Palmer's Restaurant, we have a convenience store right next door for anything you may have forgotten to pack, multiple coffee shops, bars, a grocery store and a liquor store all within a few blocks of the property. And for endless shopping pleasure, San Marcos boasts the biggest outlet malls in Texas just four miles down the road. There is so much to do and see here you will need to come again!

Languages:

English

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