Schandua Suite Bed & Breakfast

  • Inn Details

    Built in 1897 on an original townlot deeded by the German Emigration Company, the Schandua Building, an attractive two-story structure made of hand-hewn native limestone, is one of the most recognizable landmark buildings on Main Street in Fredericksburg. This important property has been designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark and stands within the Fredericksburg National Historic District. The original owners operated a hardware store on the first floor and lived upstairs. 100 years later, Sharla and Jonathan Godfrey have revived the tradition, with the exquisitely restored Schandua Suite Bed & Breakfast. The Schandua Site is a very upscale 2-room suite with 12 foot ceilings. spacious bedroom has king-size bed and features luxurious linens. Private bath, dressing area, skylight, and walk-in closet. Adjoining library has full Pullman kitchen. TVs, private telephone, individual a/c & heating system, plush robes. Hors d'oeuvres & beverages upon arrival. Private balcony overlooks lovely courtyard below.


    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 1


    Features

    Type:

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

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  • Nightly Rate

    $175 - $200

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 2:00 pm    Check out: 11:00 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights

    • Deposit amount required: Reservations are held for 10 business days pending our receipt of your signed confirmation.

    • Cancellations: ANY cancellation is subject to a $10 processing fee via Mastercard, Visa, or Discover. If you cancel within a seven-day period (or three week period for holiday and special events) you will be charged for the entire stay. If you cancel within that period, your entire stay will be charged unless the suite is rebooked.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Serving location: Guest room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Wine/Cheese Plate


    Special meal options


    Additional food services

    • Full kitchen available for use

  • Location Type

    • Downtown

    • Small town

    • Wine country


    City

    • San Antonio

    • Distance to city: 71 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Once in Fredericksburg, from Main Street (Hwy 290), turn south on Llano Street. Go 1/2 block. On the left just past Pasta Bella Restaurant, turn into the driveway and park in the marked space at the end of the drive. Enter the property through the garage to your left. Press the buzzer on the right side of the garage door to let us know you're here.


    Airport

    • San Antonio, TX (SAT) 65 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From airport, take Hwy. 281 North to Loop 1604 West. Take Loop 1604 West to Interstate 10 West. Travel on I-10 West to Comfort. Take the second Comfort exit (Highway 87 North). This will take you to Main Street in Fredericksburg.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • LBJ State and National Park

    • Enchanted Rock

    • Local Vineyards

    • Admiral Nimitz Museum

    • Texas Hill Country

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

  • BEST ACCOMODATIONS DOWNTOWN FREDERICKSBURG, TX

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


    • Overall 
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    • Value 
    • Cleanliness 
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    LIKE HAVING YOUR OWN HIDE AWAY DOWNTOWN, WITH THE CONVENIENCE OF BEING ABLE TO WALK TO ALL STORES AND MANY RESTAURANTS. VERY COMFORTABLE, CLEAN, RESTFUL ACCOMODATIONS. LARGE COMFY ROOMS - WILL DEFINATELY RETURN TO THIS ACCOMODATION FOR OUR YEARLY SPRING TRIP TO THE WONDERFUL TOWN ON FREDERICKSBURG - THANKS SHARLA AND JONATHAN FOR MAKING OUR STAY THE BEST.


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