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Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem

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Exterior
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Dining

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The price is AED 507
AED 1,238 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025

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

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 neighborhood

Map
Fredericksburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Rockbox Theater - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Main Street - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Museum of the Pacific War - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Mary's Catholic Church - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Enchanted Rock Fissure - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Auslander - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fredericksburg Brewing Company - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hill & Vine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rock Haus - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hondo's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 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.

Alte Friedrichsburg | Historic Gem Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 63 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Roy J.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kat R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
STOP RENTING THIS ONE OUT
I could write a novel - but the number one thing people need to know is this house literally has mold growing down the interior walls in the bedrooms. We did report it to the management company and hopefully the roof leak that has caused this will be tended to immediately before anyone else stays there. We really felt like our money should have been returned because of the health issues we were experiencing while there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Taylor T.

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

Carol W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Crowded and creepy
Porches had delapitated furniture and little relaxing room. Very crowded with furniture and antiques. Stubbed our toes, hard to get thru living room. Uncomfortable furniture. One shelf cover fell off and bruised my granddaughters leg. No where for us to watch tv as it’s in small bedroom with one chair viewing it. Back yard and flower bed just a mess. Would be dangerous for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer C.

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

Tiffany H., San Antonio

Great if you like a house filled to the brim with antiques
Pros: running water (including hot water), electricity, bathrooms, clean beds. Within walking distance to Main Street. Cons: no heat going to the room w/ the single bed. Had to turn up the heat in order to get that room comfortable for sleeping while the rest of the house got hot. A LOT of antiques and history to go through in this home, but it is too much for anyone to be comfortable. Every drawer. Every cabinet. Every closet. Every surface. Every countertop. All filled with too much stuff. We had nowhere to unpack our things for our stay as we felt we were intruding if we put a suitcase in a closet or hung clothes in a closet that already was full of other things. Too much furniture but no furniture for a group to sit in and be around to have conversation at the end of a long day. We ended up sitting at the kitchen table in very uncomfortable chairs so we could sit around and talk. Two coffee pots: the large one does not work and the small one took half an hour to brew 5 cups. Difficult to access electric outlets to plug in phones to charge. Nightlights full of dust and dead bugs. Bedroom off the kitchen has a ceiling fan that is broken. The backyard is overgrown and the back porch is full of more antiques and furniture—-again not comfortable nor inviting (or clean) to guests to make themselves at home. Someone left food in the baby carriage on the front porch prior to our arrival and we had no idea what it was or how long it had been there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael G., HOUSTON

Liked: Cleanliness
Haus Guest
I was happy to be a Haus Guest at the Guest Haus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! There were some issues with the A/C, but the property owners/managers responded quickly, had it fixed and refunded us for a portion of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S., Austin, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Doyle W., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness
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

4/10 Poor

Katherine C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Spicewood, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet property near downtown.
Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R., Marble Falls, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
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

6/10 Okay

Steve and Kathy M.

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

6/10 Okay

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness
More Museum than House
Well maintained older home in nice neighborhood. Much of the house is unusable because it is filled antiques that are not suitable for everyday use. Listing does emphasize antiques, but expected more usable furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sontos C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Enjoyed our weekend at this property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

George J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice House in a Great Location
The house was cute and quaint. LOTS of antiques and antique dolls. We enjoyed the stay and the proximity to everything. Definitely worth a look.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Stay
We really enjoyed the trip in the time machine! We spent hours looking at all of the antique memorabilia. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
House full of antiques
If you like antiques, this is paradise. Old things do have their problems.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful an amazing
Beautiful home done with antiques. The breakfast items were awesome. I hope to be back in the future an stay at the same place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Esther H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great German -Texas experience
So many Fredericksburg treasures lovingly packed into this spacious house! It is obvious that the hosts are proud of their family ties to the Texas German community and of their meticulous restoration of this Fredericksburg home. We appreciated the size of the property and three separate beds. The kitchen was amply stocked for breakfast with a great variety of foods and coffees. It was an extremely cold weekend, but we were comfortable and warm in this home. Great neighborhood, and quite convenient to the main part of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is amazingly decorated with period 1909 furniture and dishes , etc. you will love it
Everything was perfect, like stepping back in time-1909. Love the house
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Denise S.

Fredericksburg Antique Delight
Historic, period authentic property with many, many antiques. Comfortable interior, ample front and back porch space to enjoy outdoor reading, coffee in the morning or al fresco dining. I would not recommend for young children as there are many breakable items.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021