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The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX

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A Victorian-style house with a prominent tower, a porch, and a front staircase. - The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX (Lampasas)
A porch with a white wicker swing chair, a wooden railing, and a view of a parking lot. - The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX (Lampasas)
A traditional room with wooden furniture, a patterned rug, and a large wooden cabinet. - The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX (Lampasas)
A traditional room with a patterned carpet, a wooden table, a sofa, and a bust on a pedestal. - The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX (Lampasas)
A living room with a ceiling fan, a television, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug. - The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX (Lampasas)
The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
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Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX

  • A celebrated historic landmark, Gillen House stands on an oak-shaded corner lot; walking distance to shops, restaurants & the town square. Lovingly decorated with antiques, original stained glass windows, turrets, soaring ceilings and modern comfort to bridge history & luxury. Think crystal, china teacups, old photos, books, paintings, art and sculpture. A rotary phone, framed and preserved letters – all honoring the legacy of the house, the families that lived here & the history of the town.

    We offer free wi-fi and a smart TV which allows you to log into your own accounts on Netflix, Hulu, Disney, etc.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
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
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

About the area

Lampasas is home to this holiday home. Hancock Park Golf Course and Fiesta Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Colorado Bend State Park and Colorado River. Visit our Lampasas travel guide
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Lampasas, TX

What's nearby

  • A city skyline with modern buildings and a bridge over a river.
    Colorado River
    26 min drive - 47.3 km
  • A calm river reflecting a rocky hill with sparse vegetation.
    Colorado Bend State Park
    40 min drive - 54.4 km
  • A tree by a lake with mountains in the background.
    Lake Buchanan
    41 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Lampasas County Courthouse
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hancock Park Golf Course
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • 7-Eleven
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min walk
  • Whataburger
    5 min walk
  • Storm's Drive-in Lampasas
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX located?

Situated in Lampasas, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lampasas County Courthouse, AdventHealth Rollins Brook and Rollins Brook Community Hospital. Hancock Park Golf Course is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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The Historic Gillen House in Lampasas TX Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
My family loved this place! It is filled with many beautiful antiques and paintings! The location is excellent! Highly recommend this place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family gathering

Our family loved the location and the home. So thankful it was available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We definitely enjoyed our stay at the Gillen House over the weekend for a family wedding. My parents especially enjoyed seeing all the family pictures and antiques that were thoughtfully curated. The home has a cool vibe that invites slowing down. Immaculately clean, the five bedrooms and three bathrooms with full kitchen comfortably fit our group. There’s some road noise from the highway in some rooms but if you’re tired, you won’t hear it for long and there was a white noise machine provided to help. The farmers market and antique store(s) downtown were fun finds. So was Alamo Coffee. We’d definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Everything was perfect. Love the central location. Property management was very nice and helpful. When in town again, we will definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend stay

A wonderful property, exactly what we hoped for in Lampasas. Loved the historic elements of the property. And Kaili was very responsive and an excellent host. Highly recommend the house if you are traveling through the Texas Hill Country.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

UNIQUE AND MEMORABLE PLACE TO STAY

If you are in this area for a family reunion , attending a wedding or just a stop to your next destination -you will have a wonderful education studying all the antiques and reading about the history of this place and the town Yes it is an old house so expect wonderful wood floors and stain glass windows and a creaky floor every now and then. But that is what gives this place its charm ! Our host was very responsive and helpful, even accommodating the place with some white noise machines to help with the traffic noise -and it does help ..take your time with this wonderful home and enjoy all the conversation pieces …be still and let your mind wander back to a simolier time ..
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Nice Antique house

The house was awesome - it has a lot of character. But... it was hot & humid & the AC could not keep up (got up to 79-80 degrees during the day) - took some time to cool down enough to sleep at night. Host could consider cooling the house down prior to customers' arrival. The welcome gifts were a nice touch. It is on a busy street, but we didn't really notice the noise. I'm hoping they got the cleaning service straightened out because the house needs a good cleaning. The king bed downstairs could use a mattress pad to soften it up some - was very hard. Overall....if it were cleaned better, I would book again. I would not recommend kids with all of the antiques in the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice historical home
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend with high school friends when attending a wedding at The Adelphia. Plenty of rooms, great host, and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place for multiple people. Clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was clean and number of bedrooms (5) as described. It was perfect for us because we were in Lampassas for a wedding so we could stay with extended family members.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed at the Historic Gillen House with several couples, and everyone absolutely loved it! The home is beautifully maintained, spacious, and filled with fascinating historical artifacts that make it truly unique. Every room was comfortable and welcoming—the beds were cozy, the provisions were thoughtful, and the entire place had such charm and character. We appreciated all the little touches that made our stay special. An excellent experience all around—we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique stay

Cute antique stay. House is full of beautiful antiques. It was right off the main road but only noticed during busy traffic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lots of character

So when my wife and fam arrive to check in there was a strang person that was also arriving. He introduced himself and said he was there to work on the AC. That person used the same code we had ben given to gain access to the property. This bothered us greatly. The first night we didnt get almost any sleep due to not knowing who else might have the code to get in. We decided to leave after the first night. The house is cute and has lots of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024