Under new ownership, this historic 100+ year-old home has the charm you are looking for, but with all the modern amenities you expect from a luxury home. The Gold Haus was built in 1906 for German immigrants who made this town into the place you love to visit. Centrally located, you are just a 10 minute walk to the corner of Marktplatz in downtown Fredericksburg. We are also one of the few houses in the district to feature double porch balconies, perfect for sipping some coffee or wine with space for all guests! Total living space of the home is 2906 sf.
We are new owners of this beautiful property that has a strong tradition of excellent reviews! We hope to walk in this footsteps and provide the same 5 and 10 star experience as they did! This historic home was built in 1906 with a beautiful full renovation in Spring 2023.
There is a spacious foyer upon entrance to home that leads either to the kitchen or the living room. The living room is super cozy with a built-in working gas fireplace, luxurious leather sectional, and a smart TV. There is a full bathroom located in the hallway adjacent to the kitchen on the first floor.
The kitchen is beautifully modern and comes fully equipped with appliances, coffee station, and all the cookware and dinnerware utensils you would need.
There are a total of 5 bedrooms (2 king-sized beds on the main floor, and 3 queen-sized beds on the second floor). Each bedroom is equipped a Samsung smart TV. All guest bedrooms are equipped with blackout curtains to ensure a peaceful night's sleep! The home is permitted for 8 guests. The outdoor space is complete with a fire pit and chairs.
Downstairs:
Bedroom 1 - Master: King size bed, en suite bathroom with large walk-in closet. Spacious private sitting room connected to the bedroom. Please note: there are a few small steps in the master bedroom to go from the bedroom to the bathroom and closet. Please use caution, especially at night. If you have limited mobility, the other bedroom on the first floor would be a better option.
Bedroom 2/Office - King size bed with easy access to the downstairs full bathroom. This room is located off the living room, and also has a desk and chair for those looking to work remotely. Door can be closed for privacy. This room can also be directly accessed from the outside through the first floor balcony.
Upstairs:
Bedroom 3 - Queen size bed with stunningly renovated en suite bathroom.
Bedrooms 4 - Queen sized bed with gorgeous en suite bathroom.
Bedroom 5 - Queen sized bedroom that can be accessed privately from the hallway as well as from the upstairs balcony .
Backyard - a fire pit and historic windmill set the scene as you unwind and reconnect with friends and family in our fully private back yard. Please note, we are working to install a pool/hot tub and are hoping to have the project completed by Fall 2025. Please message if you have any questions on how this might impact your stay!
Historic homes, while charming, are full of other interesting and charming features like narrow stairways, multilevel spaces, and raised floor moldings between rooms. Please watch your step!
Guests will have access to the main part of the house and complete and private use of the backyard. There is a secluded back cottage that is not available to rent, nor will interfere with your stay.
We include numerous products to make your stay comfortable and get you started on your trip. This includes: coffee, tea, packaged milk, sugar, toilet paper towels, toiletries, etc. We stock for the average guest, but understand that some people may use more products than others. If you find that you need more than we provided, there is an HEB Grocery Store conveniently located on the other side of Main Street on Adams Street (5 minute drive, 20 minute walk). Thank you for your understanding.
F.A.Q.s
1. Are pets allowed?
Yes! We love our dogs, and know that you love yours as well. At this time there is a $75 non-refundable pet fee which allows up to 2 dogs or cats per stay. We have one kennel provided, and request that you please use it if you are worried that your dog may act up when left alone. Please be respectful and pick up any dog waste before leaving. Excess mess left behind may result in up to a $50 charge.
2. Are parties allowed?
Yes, parties are allowed, but all guests must be respectful of the city noise ordinance (quiet hours start a 10 pm), their neighbors, and the home in general. Security deposited may be forfeited for any damage or excessive mess left behind, and guests may be forced to leave without refund if they are found violating the occupancy or city ordinances. Please treat our home as you would your own (assuming you like your home).
3. How close are you to Main Street?
According to Google Maps it is exactly a 10 minute walk to get from your vacation home to the corner of Adams Street and Main. This puts you right in the heart of town, at the corner of the Marktplatz where many festivals, including Oktoberfest, take place.
4. What is there to do in Fredericksburg?
At this property you are in the heart of town, and walking distance to shops, fine and casual dining, and several beer, wine, and distillery tasting rooms. A short drive out of town, taking a left on Main Street, takes you onto the Hill Country Wine Trail, with stunning wineries and world class wines. There is also natural beauty to explore at Enchanted Rock for those looking for something more outdoorsy. For Country music fans, you are about 15 minutes from Luchenbach, TX.
5. Is there a pool or hot tub on the property?
Not yet, but coming soon! We received our permit in the beginning of October and have broken ground on October 13th! We anticipate it will take a good two to three months for the project to finish, barring any setbacks. Thus, the anticipated completion date should realistically be by the end of December 2025 or January 2026. The construction will take place towards the back end of the property, and thus most the of the backyard will still be available for guests to use, including the fire pit and grill. We will keep any scheduled guests in communication regarding any construction. Thank you for your understanding.
6. How fast is the WiFi?
We have the fastest internet available with 1 gigabyte of bandwidth, download speeds of 1036 Mbps, and upload speeds of 40 Mbps.
7. Are towels and linens provided?
Yes, bathroom towels and bed linens are provided. Only one set is provided per stay, but there is a laundry washer and drier on premises, included with your stay. We provide enough towels for the average guest (3 bath towels, 2 wash cloths, 2 hand towels, and 2 make-up towels for each bedroom, and there are 5 bedrooms). If you are someone who knows you require more than average, please kindly bring extra from home. Unfortunately we do not supply or deliver extra linens. If you notice upon arrival that you do not have the standard amount of linens, please let us know so we can fix the problem immediately.
8. Is the kitchen fully equipped?
Yes, the kitchen has a full-size refrigerator, 4 burner gas range, oven, microwave, and dishwasher. Cutlery, plates, glasses, and silverware are provided, as are standard kitchen utensils. We also provide pots, pans, baking dishes, and baking sheets. Dish soap, sponge, and dishwasher pods/detergent are also supplied.
9. Is the property kid-friendly?
Yes, and we have two pack-and-plays and two booster seats that can be available upon request. Kids are definitely welcome on property, but do require adult supervision, especially when on the balconies, stairs, or around any fire pits, pools, or spa. As a historic home, the railings on the balcony are somewhat shorter than would be standard today, thus their use is at the guest's own risk.
10. Do you allow early check-in or late check-out?
The answer is maybe... unfortunately due to the size of the house and tight turnaround times, we are unable to guarantee an early check-in or a late check-out. This is in order the be respectful of our housekeeper's schedules, and to give them the time they need to provide you with the best and cleanest house possible. Early check-in can be considered on a case-by-case basis on the day of your arrival by contacting our housekeeping staff. We are very sorry, but we cannot guarantee early check-in ahead of time. We thank you for your understanding!
