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

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Texas State University
    4 min walk
  • Texas Music Theater
    10 min walk
  • Dunbar Park
    11 min walk
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    37 min drive

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About the area

San Marcos

Heart of San Marcos.Within a 5-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Texas State University and Witliff Collections. Calaboose African American History Museum and Texas Music Theater are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 4 min walk
  • Rio Vista Park - 19 min walk
  • Strahan Coliseum - 3 min drive
  • Bobcat Stadium - 4 min drive
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Torchys Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪CRAFThouse Kitchen & Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sinners & Saints - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gumby’s Pizza San Marcos - ‬4 min walk

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

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near 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 center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Rafting 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 550 sq ft (51 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets 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
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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 159 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 159 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lmuck B., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and comfortable
Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paxton V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick weekend getaway
Had a wedding to attend in Wimberley and decided to stay in San Marcos. The location of the guest house was perfect. My fiancé and I both lived in San Marcos years ago so it was nice to come back and venture around the square. Definitely would recommend this property and will for sure be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B., League City

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful gem in San Marcos.
My daughter stayed here while in the “flex” period for apartments. The unit was exactly like the photos - but better! There were little extras (coffeemaker, fridge, surprisingly roomy closet). The unit was exceptionally clean, and the outdoor patio was the perfect bonus. The owner was incredibly friendly, helpful, and responsive, and answered all questions quickly. I am so glad we found this place, and will definitely be coming back to stay when we visit San Marcos.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and Great Location!
Easily accessible, nestled in a cozy private spot. You wouldn't even know this place existed even though it's located walking distance to the square.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, but small shower door
Great cottage, but the property description should note that the shower door is very small ~< 18” wide. Maybe not an issue for most, but definitely a problem if you’re a larger person.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wick trip to San Marvelous
Stayed here on a quick visit to see my daughter. It is an awesome little place in a great location. Palmers is one of my favorite restaurants in San Marcos and I never knew this was here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Palmer’s Guesthouse stay
Great location central to everything in San Marcos including Texas State where our daughter graduated this weekend! Loved the guesthouse, enjoyed both the Graduation menu and the Mother’s Day brunch at Palmers! First rate experience! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T., Kent OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation weekend
Our stay was very nice. We are in town for grandson’s graduation from TX State. We had a wonderful dinner last night at Palmer’s.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
San Marcos
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B., Hondo

Liked: Cleanliness
A Quiet Retreat
Again, Palmer House delivered. Enjoyed Easter brunch at Palmer’s Restaurant, relaxed on patio, and enjoyed a restful night’s sleep. 🌷
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillary S., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Guest House & Patio
This beautiful guest house at Palmer's was pleasant such a surprise! The photos really don't do it justice, it's just lovely. Great quality toiletries, wonderful coffee, linens, and a great little patio to sit on. The restaurant is relatively quiet early, so no issue. And what a delicious restaurant! Ate there numerous times! And parking was very convenient for the guest house. Book this for a wonderful stay. Thank you Kristin!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherina

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Cozy Great Place !!!
We found our "place" to stay when coming to San Marcos, perfect for us, great location, very nice, wonderful restaurant/bar, walk to everywhere Wonderful hosts !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ebnik e.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming location
Enjoyable dinner with a charming place to rest.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Birthday/Graduation Weekend
We had such a marvelous stay at the Palmer's Guest House! After a long day on the river it was lovely to come back, relax, and sit with a cocktail in the patio. This was the perfect small getaway to celebrate my daughters birthday/graduation. The restaurant was delicious and the staff was amazing. Thanks Kristen and Monte.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022