The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room

Guesthouse in San Marcos, a short walk to Texas State University

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Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
AU$204
avg per night

Explore the area

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San Marcos, TX
  • Place, Texas State University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, San Marcos River
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Rio Vista Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 01

1 Queen Bed

Living Room / Lounge 01

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$204
avg per night

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About the area

San Marcos

Heritage, a neighbourhood in San Marcos, is home to this guesthouse. Texas Music Theater and Calaboose African American History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quail Creek Golf Club and Three Dudes Winery. Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park and Young County Arena are also worth visiting. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Texas State University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Marcos River - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rio Vista Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • San Marcos Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • San Marcos Station - 15 min walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zelicks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Square - San Marcos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gumby's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Davenport Lounge San Marcos - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blue Dahlia Bistro - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room

About this space
It's rare to find a place that's both historic and one-of-a-kind. The Drawing Room is an eloquently designed stay that stretches along the length of the Downtown Abbey. The farmhouse style kitchenette, mid-century oversized windows and natural light emphasize the simple beauty of this old-world building. This beautiful space is a very short distance from some of the best attractions the town has to offer.
The space
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
Guest access
All of the spaces within the unit are private and available for use exclusively by the tenants.

You will have complete access to the entire space of The Drawing Room.
Other things to note
The Abbey is a 120 year old church building that has been converted into a tri-plex over the years. There are many quirks to a building this old! There are two shared walls within the unit. The farmhouse kitchen is equipped but please note we offer a Ninja tabletop air fryer for oven usage (it can roast an entire chicken!) and the stove top is a countertop double cast iron burner as pictured.


There are absolutely NO PARTIES allowed. Since the building is divided into a tri-plex, out of respect for our other guests, we do not allow parties. Quiet hours are between 10PM-8AM. If you have a larger group, please inquire directly about renting the entire busking out.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
No Pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 2 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room on 6 Oct 2025 start from AU$218.23, including 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.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Downtown Abbey - The Drawing Room located?

Located in Heritage, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Witliff Collections and Texas State University. Texas Music Theater and Calaboose African American History Museum are also within 10 minutes. San Marcos Station is 15 minutes by foot.