Spend your vacation in this gorgeous and historic Greek revival home in charming Lockhart. One of the most prestigious and exclusive homes in Lockhart, this home was built in 1953 . It still has many of the original architectural features, but has been updated with some modern comforts. Known as the “Gambrell House”, this mid-century home was one of only two homes ever built by the respected commercial architectural firm, Page, Southerland and Page. This comfortable and spacious home is the perfect location to enjoy Central Texas and ideally located within 20-30 minutes of the Austin Airport, Circuit of the Americas, San Marcos Outlets, Austin, and San Antonio Riverwalk. Our lovely and historic town of Lockhart is known as the Barbeque Capital of Texas, but has much more to offer! Whether you are planning a family get-away, a ladies shopping weekend, or a couples retreat, let our home be your “home away from home”.
The Space- Our home is two stories and over 3,500 square feet. The upstairs has three comfortable bedrooms and two baths: A large master bedroom with a king-sized bed, walk-in closet, dressing room and private bathroom (shower) and two bedrooms with queen beds, large windows and a shared bath (bathtub). Our home has two TVs with cable and Wi-Fi. There is also a lovely sitting/reading area upstairs.
The downstairs area has an elegant formal dining room, kitchen, formal living room/study, and comfortable family room with plush seating. Both the formal living room and the family room have 2 additional pull-out sofa beds. There is a full downstairs bathroom (shower), a half-bath and a laundry room with a working washing machine and dryer. The family rooms open on to a serene porch and pergola with a fire pit to relax at the end of a long day. There is ample parking with a circle-drive on the side of the house. The yard has beautiful, well-established trees and an expansive yard. This is a pet-free home, non-smoking home. This house may not be suitable for children. We are happy to discuss a request for an exception. No parties or events are allowed without pre-arranged consent. Non-registered guests are not permitted to stay overnight.
Guest Access – The entire home is yours to enjoy, however, the garage and attic are restricted areas. The upstairs balcony is also restricted for the safety of our guests.
Interaction with Guests – We are proud of our town and our home. We want you to fully enjoy all that our area has to offer. We are guest-focused and will provide any suggestions or recommendations upon request. This is a private home rental and we will respect your privacy. However, we are a quick phone call away should you need anything during your stay.
The Neighborhood – This home is located on a quiet, residential street.
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About the area
Lockhart
Located in Lockhart, this holiday home is on a river. Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Marcos River and John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Circuit of the Americas or Bobcat Stadium.
University of Texas at Austin - 32 min drive - 69.4 km
Getting around
San Marcos Station - 22 min drive
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Whataburger - 4 min drive
Wendy’s - 4 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 4 min drive
Terry Black’s Barbecue - 3 min drive
Dairy Queen - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas?
As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas on 3 May 2026 start from AU$629, 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.
How much is parking at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Southern Charm, ideally located in Central Texas located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of San Marcos River, John J. Stokes Sr. San Marcos River Park and Bobcat Stadium. Rio Vista Park and Strahan Coliseum are also within 20 miles (32 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
What a lovely place! I couldn’t recommend it enough! We had a crew and Julie made sure we had ALL the accommodations that most Hotel's don’t! Quick responses with any questions we had and every room and bed were comfy! We’ll definitely book again when we come to the beautiful town of Lockhart!
Five stars is not enough. Best VRBO we have ever stayed at. The host Julie is amazing, she accommodated our special requests around our F1 activities. House is immaculate, charming, and large. Julies’ special touches - fresh flowers, snacks, a stocked refreshment bar, did not go unnoticed! Bedrooms clean, well appointed and comfortable. The neighborhood is very quiet and peaceful and fine for walks in the evening. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Six of us stayed for a Friday wedding, and after party in Lockhart on Saturday. Many extras not usually at a Vrbo such as some snacks, drinks, plenty of blankets, towels, real plants. Allowed us to check in early to dress for the 4:30 Friday wedding. Responded promptly to all our questions. By far our favorite rental experience!
We can’t say enough about about our stay! The house was fantastic and exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable, immaculate and conveniently located. My whole family loved it and we all highly recommend this house. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and our weekend in Lockhart.
5 adults stayed at the property and loved everything about it. Location to downtown, cleanliness, lounging areas inside and out, lots of space. Comfortable beds, very clean, and having 3 bathroom was awesome. Owner was very nice and easy to work with. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay there again!
Our Thanksgiving this year in Lockhart required extra room for our family. Instead of hotel rooms, we chose to rent this beautiful home in the heart of Lockhart. Julie was very helpful getting the home ready including two sofa beds downstairs for some elderly family members that could not handle the stairs to the second floor. The three bedrooms upstairs were spacious and great beds. The second bath upstairs is a bathtub only with no shower but otherwise worked well for our group as we were able to share the shower in the master bathroom.
The living room and covered patio are great areas for the group to gather and enjoy the charm of this home. Julie had drinks and snacks available to us when we arrived making this very welcoming
Overall this is a wonderful rental option for any family or large group that is visiting Lockart or Central Texas. We will consider this home again on future trips. Thanks Julie for all your hospitality.
Beautiful, clean and large property. Satisfied our needs then some!
Mark M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne C.
1 May 2019
Superb Southern Charm
We traveled to Austin with 2 couples and wanted a central location for day trips to Waco and San Antonio. This home served that purpose and was perfect for evening gatherings on the beautiful side porch and and large rooms to reminisce about the days activities. It’s spacious and beautifully decorated. The beds are very comfortable.
The owners were so gracious and visited with us, answering all our questions. Everything was provided as on the description on HomeAway. We were so happy with this choice and look forward to our next visit to this area in Texas.
Anne C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frank S.
16 Mar 2019
This home and it’s owners were amazing!
The home was rented for a getaway among parents and 4 siblings and their spouses. It was the perfect size with great surroundings in a nice and relaxing town. The owners; Julie, Carol, and Christine were awesome to work with and added all sorts of special touches to our outing and the home. Highly recommended to anyone needing great place to stay in Lockhart and we hope to stay there again, as well.
Frank S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol W.
11 Jan 2019
Lovely property beautifully decorated for Christmas with everything we needed
Our stay was just perfect. We had everything we needed to host a family Christmas, our Son's wedding rehearsal dinner and host out of state friends and family for the wedding that was held in Lockhart. Julie provided us so many personal touches by stocking items in the kitchen and bathrooms that we brought many things we didn't even need. Thank you for helping to make our special family moments even more special! We would recommend this property to family and friends and stay again.
Carol W.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie Dorris H.
25 Dec 2018
Perfect in every way.
For a large group or a few close family members, The Gambrell House offers Southern ambiance at its finest.
The owners live near by and will drop by to make sure you enjoy every amenity, as well as leaving special treats for you to enjoy throughout your visit.
Debbie Dorris H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angie F.
24 Dec 2018
Beautiful spacious home!
We loved our stay. Julie went out of her way to make us feel at home with her beautiful Christmas decorations and small extra touches!
Angie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
DJ C.
28 July 2018
Loved the home!
I highly reccomend! Such a perfect home! It is a beautiful with plenty of space. Right when we got there Julie welcomed us and gave us a tour of the house. There were little pamphlets and binders she made about everything to do in the little town of Lockhart, and recommended a great BBQ place. The house had board games, snacks, and bar with some goodies She even made me cupcakes for my birthday! We will definitely be back!
DJ C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for staying with us! Guests like you make hosting such a pleasure. Thank you for letting us be a part of your special weekend!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachael J.
4 May 2018
Respite for the Work Weary Travelers
My friends and I rented this beautiful home for a business trip. We were welcomed with delicious homemade cookies and a wonderful personal tour from Carol who not only showed us all of the special elements of the home but shared its rich history as well. It is clear that the owners thought about everything that a guest could want. It has every amenity and was a spacious and cozy space that we welcomed at the end of our work days. Julie was available at all times to answer our questions and came to our assistance at the drop of a hat! We truly enjoyed our stay here, we only wish that we could have spent more time exploring the area. My deepest gratitude to our wonderful hosts.
Rachael J.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jim D.
26 Nov 2017
Great place for a long weekend getaway with family!
Julie was the perfect host and the home was very comfortable. They went out of their way to make us feel welcome and at home. Thank you for sharing your lovely home!
Jim D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you Jim! You guys were great guests and we really enjoyed hosting you! You are welcome back any time your travels bring you to Lockhart!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
David T.
24 July 2017
Beautiful Home!
This home is very beautiful, classic charm and very large. works great for a family looking to enjoy the areas sites and activities.