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Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, books
Interior
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51215 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose

Compass Cottage is your perfect getaway spot. Built in the late 1800s, the cottage has retained it’s architectural style as a “breezeway house” with two front doors and many original touches. Centrally located to Glen Rose’s historic downtown, it is within a short walk to restaurants, parks, museums, and shopping. The cottage is filled with charm and equipped to make your weekend vacation or extended stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.

The cottage has 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen, a dining room that seats 8, a bathroom with a clawfoot tub and shower, a washer/dryer (detergent provided), a front porch for relaxing and watching the passing traffic, and a partially fenced backyard for enjoying time outdoors.

The cottage is on Barnard Street, the main road to downtown. A sidewalk takes you directly to the main square where the restaurants and shopping are located.

The cottage is professionally cleaned after each guest.

Property manager

Sarah O'Neill

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,215 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

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
Note from host: Ask Owners First
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Compass In Historic Glen Rose
Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose Glen Rose
Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Glen Rose, TX

What's nearby

  • Paluxy River - 6 min walk
  • Big Rocks Park - 7 min walk
  • Somervell County Expo Center - 2 min drive
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park - 3 min drive
  • Fossil Rim Wildlife Center - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Los Primos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Sundown Subs - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose located?

Located in the heart of Glen Rose, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Somervell County Museum, Paluxy River, and Big Rocks Park. Barnard's Mill and Lake Granbury Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This home has charming small-town feel with lots of character and all the amenities we need. My daughters enjoyed playing with the box full of toy animals in the hutch. The location is wonderful as we walked to the square for meals and shopping, and right next door is a fun cafe for lunch. The owner was helpful and quick to respond to me. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage!
This cottage is tastefully decorated and in a prime location for all sites in Glen Rose. We really enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend the cafe next door for lunch. We could walk downtown easily too. The house is gorgeous and very clean. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Charlotte K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters get together
Very clean, comfortable ! Our complaint was the traffic noise and the parking. Also there was nothing on the property that gave us what we needed to do checking out! But think we did everything that was sent to my e-mail after we had left!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot for a Trip to Glen Rose
The home was great and had everything we needed, including plenty of books, games, and toys for our kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy and David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Cozy
This is an adorable old cottage. All the furnishings were very comfortable and tasteful. The fireplace was our favorite thing! Kitchen was bright and spacious. The front porch swing was nice. It was only two blocks from the square and an easy walk to the river. The road noise was the only negative, but we just didn't take that into consideration when we picked the spot. Over all we LOVED IT!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

shreejeela t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best thing we did to create a lasting memory!
Loved every moment we spent in this wuiet town. My 2.5 year old is a dino fan and we enjoyed the stay in this place so much. Its her “ Green House”. She enjoyed the backyard to play ball. Swing in the oorch to watch all kinds of vehicles drive by( she loves cars so it was a bonus for us). The host was very accomodating and patient with us. Thank you for opening up a wonderful place for us . We made memories in every room of the house 🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Sarah was very accommodating for our visit to Glen Rose. Thank you for a nice visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a comfortable home! Probably the best place I’ve ever stayed at!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay!
Compass Cottage was the perfect place for us to stay. It is on the same street as the historic downtown, and we were able to walk to a number of restaurants and cute shops. It’s a 10 minute drive to the attractions we explored. The cottage itself is an incredibly charming mix of history of the area and modern convenience; the photos here do not do it justice. We felt very comfortable and enjoyed spending time in the home. Sarah, the property manager or owner(?), was very nice, and a joy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet and comfortable! Great location!
Property was just as advertised. Easy check-in. Owner is very responsive and helpful! My family and I enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

jessica j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Weekend Away
This was a great place to stay for a quick weekend getaway. Very clean, great location, and love the charm and character of the home. Perfect location to the downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
The cottage was beautiful and very clean. The beds were comfortable and all the amenities were in great condition. It is the perfect location to be within walking distance of the main town square, as well as just a few minutes drive to the local attractions. There was a big armoire as well, with toys and games that entertained my 7 and 3 year old during our downtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 year old bday adventure!
We have a 3yr old and 4yr old and they LOVED every second staying at the compass cottage! The location is perfect. Its walking distance from tasty restaurants and close to dinosaur valley exactly what we needed. The home was unique and adorable. I thought it was such a cute addition to have my name on the netflix account upon arrival. Small touches to show the home owner cares.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place for Weekend Stay
This was the perfect place for us to stay with our grandson as we took him to Fossil Rim and Dinosaur Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
This is a cute and comfortable cottage, in a great location. Very easy in terms of check-in, finding things in the house, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Golf Trip
Had an excellent experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gailene J., Athens, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Darling and waking distance to the square
Oh my goodness - this cottage is precious and great for relaxing on the patio. We walked to the square for the Wine & Art festival. Great homemade pickles at Storybook Cafe next door as well as Crave and La Vita close by. It was a wonderful best girl friends getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Kerrville, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
lots to see in town
very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Summer Getaway
We had such a fun time at this cute home located in Glen rose! There was so much to do around town including great food, museums n parks! Sarah was a wonderful hosts with recommendations and accommodations. The house itself was so cute and cozy my whole family really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Beautiful, well equipped home for our time in Glen Rose with family! Owner was great at communicating with us whenever we needed something. The home was so easy to walk to other shops and restaurants and a short drive to Dinosaur world, Fossil Rim and other attractions. We especially enjoyed having our morning coffee on the front porch swings while our toddler enjoyed watching the cars drive by. Great place to stay for all ages!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best cottage in town!
We were meeting family in Glen Rose and stayed for a week. We were close to everything in town and loved that we could walk to shops and river. The dining space was perfect for hosting family dinners and the porch was a great spot for mingling. The beds and pillows were comfortable, water pressure was amazing, and we had everything we needed for our stay. I cannot imagine staying any where else in town!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curtis B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience.
CLEAN. COMFORTABLE. AFFORDABLE. We had a great stay. When you figure in the cost of food savings by using the fully stocked kitchen, we saved over $200 of expenses versus a hotel stay. The owners are beyond hospitable. Our place to stay on our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little cottage
The place is perfect. Neat, well located, and well set up for guest. Meticulously clean and well organized. Close to the main attractions and multiple places to dine and shop. We had a couple of very minor issues and our host was prompt in addressing them. We highly recommend it and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glen Rose
Clean, neat old home n the heart of Glen Rose. 4 minutes from the expo center and walking distance to big rock and downtown Glen Rose.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022