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The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Texas State University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Texas Music Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Bobcat Soccer Complex
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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  • Air conditioning
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  • Parking available
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (15)
The price is $188
per night
$316 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
The Downtown Abbey- The Parlour

About the neighborhood

San Marcos

Heritage stay.You'll be steps from Witliff Collections and within a 10-minute walk of Texas State University with a stay at this Heritage guesthouse. Texas Music Theater and Calaboose African American History Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 5 min walk
  • Wonder World - 15 min walk
  • Rio Vista Park - 18 min walk
  • Strahan Coliseum - 3 min drive
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 15 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Torchys Tacos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sinners & Saints - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Gumby’s Pizza San Marcos - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zelicks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jo's Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room

The entrance to the Drawing Room is on the left (west side) of the Abbey if you are facing it. The Abbey is a 120 year old church building that was formerly divided into three separate, private spaces. The Drawing Room was an addition to the church, built in the early 1950’s and most recently used as an architect’s quarters. The home shares two walls and two non-opening doors with another rental suite but you have the entire listing to yourself
The Downtown Abbey is charming late victorian era estate centrally located in the center of San Marcos. It is walking distance to several incredible natural landmarks like the Blanco and San Marcos rivers. It is a short drive to both Austin and San Antonio. A perfect place to stay and relax or to explore Texas from.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Video library

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: No Pets

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
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
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

DowntownSanMarcos78666_158528

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room to the airport?

This guesthouse is 34.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room?

As of Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room on Mar 4, 2025 start from $83.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room to downtown San Marcos?

This guesthouse is 0.4 mi away from San Marcos.

The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute!
It was great. Super cute place! Communication with property manager was very quick! would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing space & great location
For a party of 2, this was very spacious. Easy access to downtown San Marcos. Dedicated parking was a big plus as well. Highly recommend this place to all. Will for sure come back to stay next year. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great just communication
Cute, charming home. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Price
Excellent prize with minimal fees for a great, unique space. Loved the mix of vintage with modern necessities. The pull out couch is actually a futon, but the use of an air mattress was a bonus. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerald C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Downtown Abbey
Great location, walkable to everything and cute place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Recommend 10/10
The house was better than expected. It was clean, neat and very spacious for our family. Check in/out was super simple and the location was perfect. It was centered around everything we wanted to do. I rate this place 10/10. The only issue we had was the people that were staying on the other side did not comply with the quiet hours between 10pm-8am.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenifer C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Quick overnight trip
The location was very close to what we needed but it was very dirty on the inside. I realize it’s an older property but it did not appear to have been cleaned. The futon when made out had all kinds of large crumbs and crackers and even dried contacts in the crevices extremely visible to the naked eye. There needs to be air fresheners of some type as it smells very musty. The refrigerator had dead bugs in the bottom. Overall just very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Drawing room
My stay at the drawing room was wonderful! The rooms were very clean and spacious and bright. The Christmas tree was a welcome surprise.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra B., Hondo

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Getaway
Perfect for an overnight stay. I was in town to visit my daughter and attend William Beckmann’s show at Cheatham Street Warehouse. (We were keeping tabs on the game too.) Everything that you could need is within walking distance from the Abbey (i.e. HEB, Downtown, Palmer’s, Shipley’s… ) I felt a bit guilty because it was just me staying at this cozy yet spacious little place. Y’all did a great job restoring/creating a space for guests! Love the funky vibe of the place. Thanks for a neat place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Property
Great place for parents visiting students of TXST. Charming building, comfortable and clean. Near campus and downtown area very convenient. Small issue with unit not cleaned at check in time but the management responded quickly and took care of the issue. Will stay again 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Cute place. Great location!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Property was very clean and in a great location. We will stay again when we are back in town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Downtown Abbey Revival
Loved the location, very clean, very spacious, very unique and historical. Would highly recommend. Loved the decor and thoroughly enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S., Boerne, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
San Marcos with character
We loved staying in the Drawing Room of the Downtown Abbey. Check in was easy and very thankful for a parking spot. The layout of the place was quaint and it checked our boxes of cleanliness, character, and coziness. It was roomy and functional. The record player was a nice touch. We watched TV as well. It is walking distance to the square, however, we drove with plenty of parking available. Fabulous restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roomy and Great Location
Picture don’t do this justice! The place is very spacious with a full size living, bedroom, bath and kitchen. We were able to walk to the square, which was really nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023