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

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, video library
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
San Marcos, TX
  • Popular LocationTexas State University4 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Marcos River13 min walk
  • Popular LocationRio Vista Park19 min walk
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)36 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis
  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 550 sq ft (51 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Even the most well-behaved pets have dander.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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

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 Blue Hole Regional Park and Blanco Shoals Natural Area. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 4 min walk
  • San Marcos River - 13 min walk
  • San Marcos City Park - 15 min walk
  • Wonder World - 15 min walk
  • Rio Vista Park - 19 min walk

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
  • Gumby’s Pizza San Marcos - 4 min walk
  • CRAFThouse Kitchen & Tap - 8 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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
My wife and I needed a weekend get swag back to her old college stomping grounds. The Palmers guest house is perfectly located within walking distance to great restaurants and bars, but far enough away that our stay was quiet and peaceful. The guest house was clean, cozy, and the process was easy. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Palmers Guest House
If you stay here eat at Palmers. The food and atmosphere was great. You are within walking distance of downtown with lots of food choices. Park the car and never need it until leaving.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest Guest House
I love The Palmers Guesthouse! This is my 2nd visit! It is cute, clean, and close to the square! The back patio is so relaxing! I look forward to staying there again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misti R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
Super Cute Place
Loved the place, close to everything, will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

sheilapatrickhunt

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Debra B., Hondo

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Millard B., Grand Prairie, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Not perfect, but really close to everything!
The shower stall was a bit of a tight fit to get into, but the overall space was very efficiently used. Driveway was a pain, caution is strongly advised! We knew we were in a smallish town when other drivers stopped to let us out! No kitchenette, but we knew that going in. Definitely needs a soundproof door to the next door office of Palmer's Restaurant. Considering the age of the space, it might not be possible... All in all an enjoyable stay! Thank ya'll!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Cutest Little Guest House
The Palmer’s Guest House is super cute and was perfect for my son and I to visit my other son who is a student at Tx State. It’s close to the square, the San Marcos River, and many historic homes. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023