Bab Al Shams | Pet-friendly | Great Backyard

Fredericksburg, Texas
$240 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Relax and settle in to this newly renovated modern, ranch style home in the heart of Fredericksburg, TX. Your hosts, Emily and Craig, are an expat couple who have lived across the world for more that 10 years and who love to travel, but who fell in love with the charm of Fredericksburg after visiting and wanting to own slice of Texas. As homage to where they reside, Bab Al Shams translates to “Gateway to the Sun.” Appropriately named, this calming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat offers a beautifully appointed open concept living space and accommodates up to 6 guests, perfect for a weekend getaway with friends and family. Unwind in the cozy living room, prepare a delicious meal in the well stocked kitchen, or spend time relaxing in the back yard around the fire pit.

LOCATION – 7 blocks North of Main Street
HOSTS – Home to Yourselves
SLEEPS – Up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms; 2 king bedrooms & 1 bedroom with twin bunkbeds
BATH – 2 full en suite baths; one en suite bath with a walk-in shower & an en suite bath also accessible from the hallway with a tub/ shower & double vanity
KITCHEN – Fully equipped kitchen with a Keurig coffeemaker
BREAKFAST – No breakfast provided
AMENITIES – Smart TV, WiFi, wine fridge, washer/dryer, sound machines, fenced backyard with a propane fire pit, outdoor seating & a propane grill

PETS – YES (Dogs only, limit 1)
CHILDREN – YES
SMOKING – OUTSIDE ONLY
WIFI – YES

1 dog is allowed but there is an additional pet fee of $38/dog/night (before tax). Please bring a crate for your dog and crate him or her in your absence from the house, do not allow the dog on furniture or beds, and pick up and properly dispose of its waste. If these rules are not followed, there will be an additional $200 charge added to your reservation.

House Rules as Required by the City of Fredericksburg's Short Term Rental Ordinance
- Observe the City of Fredericksburg Quiet Hours (10pm to 7am in residential zones). No outdoor music of any kind after 10 pm.
- The City of Fredericksburg is a Dark Sky Community with outdoor lighting restrictions. All outdoor lighting is encouraged to be turned off when no one is present to use the light.
- Observe the designated on-site and off-site parking spaces.
- Place all trash in designated containers.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Marsha R.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    Kitchen was great. Refrig needed to be cleaned

  • Brooke B.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Adorable house that made for the perfect weekend stay with my Mom and two little girls for our girls weekend! Very clean, beautifully and simply decorated, and just a couple of minutes of a drive from downtown. I would highly recommend staying here.

  • Danni M.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    I would have given the place 5 stars, 1) but the AC was digital and there were no instructions on how to use the thermostat. We had to call the office and they immediately sent a wonderful young man who helped us, but even he had to figure it out. It was still confusing. 2) The air blew well in the kitchen and the den, but barely blew in the bedrooms. We finally had to close two vents in the kitchen and living room in order to get some air in the master bedroom. That helped. We opened them before we left. 3) The WiFi was horrible. Only one device could be used at a time. One of us had to go into the master bedroom just to get our email to load. Luckily, we stayed busy since we love Fredericksburg, so we didn't use our devices very much. 4) The front door is like a French door- mostly glass- so anyone could just see in through the door at night. That made us uncomfortable. 4) Lastly, this isn't a big one- but, a safety bar should be installed in the master room bathroom. In spite of all of this, we did think the place was clean, attractive, modern, and in a beautiful neighborhood.

  • Tammy P.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    When we walked in, the house was bright and clean. There are two rooms, both with king sized beds which worked nicely for two couples. We enjoyed the backyard seating in the mornings and at dusk. There is plenty of seating and a large table. The beds were comfortable and got a great night's sleep.

  • Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 26, 2025

    Family enjoyed the clean house and comfortable beds!

  • Katherine d.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    This home is very clean, in a quiet neighborhood just a few blocks off the main drag, and yet very close to everywhere we wanted to go. We enjoyed a quick 'girl's weekend' and it was perfect.

  • Aida T.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    The house was perfect for our getaway to the hill country for our family of five. The kitchen had everything we needed for a nice dinner and the location was great. Nice neighborhood and close to Main Street. Will definitely stay here again.

  • Brent B.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 16, 2025

    Very nice property...we will be back.

  • Zachary T.

    Submitted Mar 14, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2024

    It was fine

  • Joeena D.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2024

    Stayed Dec 20, 2024

    Overall it was a good experience. The cons were a) the toilets could have had a little more attention, b) a broom and dust pan would have been nice to sweep up leaves, c) more garbage bags needed. The pros are it

  • matt t.

    Submitted Dec 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 5, 2024

    We really enjoyed our stay here. Home was very clean and the location was perfect. We will definitely stay here again.

  • Connie S.

    Submitted Nov 22, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    The house was perfect. Clean and comfortable. Professionally decorated. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Colleen M.

    Submitted Nov 18, 2024

    Stayed Nov 14, 2024

    The house is beautiful. Great location and easy to get around the area. Very quiet neighborhood and no problems at all. The beds were super comfortable and everything we needed for cooking was there. Backyard was really nice to sit in and relax after a day out. Will definitely come back here again.

  • Holly T.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 5, 2024

    From the moment we pulled in everything was easy and the property was beautiful. The pictures on VRBO are exactly what the property looked like. We only had one issue, we had come back from a winery and we couldn't unlock the front door. We called and a young man showed up within 5 minutes of us calling. All that was wrong was the lock box needed a new battery. Since he showed up so quickly and could fix it immediately we had no complaints. This house is within walking distance to Main St., Fredericksburg, loved that! We hardly hung out at the house because we were so busy sightseeing. All I can say is I highly recommend this home.

  • Trey M.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    We had a wonderful weekend staying at Bab Al Shams for a family reunion in Fredericksburg. It was the perfect spot for my wife, my parents, and our niece and nephews. The house is located on a quiet street right in the heart of town, which made it super convenient for all of our activities. The home itself was newly remodeled, and it was absolutely beautiful! With 3 spacious bedrooms, it was perfect for the 4 adults and 2 kids in our group. Everything was comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully designed. The management company was also a joy to work with—friendly and helpful every step of the way. The only minor downside was that the refrigerator wasn’t hooked up to a water line, so we had to grab ice for our drinks. But that was a small inconvenience in what was otherwise a perfect stay. Overall, we had an amazing time and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend Bab Al Shams for a 5-star stay!

  • Rose P.

    Submitted Sep 10, 2024

    Stayed Sep 5, 2024

    This rental is nicely remodeled, very clean with good water pressure for the showers, comfortable couch and seating, comfortable beds. There were enough kitchen gear to cook. The backyard was a great place to hang out and chat. The front was neat. The house was very clean. Easy walk to Main st. Lovely walk in the neighborhood.

  • Brian B.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    We really enjoyed our short stay here. The house was nice and clean, updated, and the beds were SUPER comfortable. The house was a 5 minute (or less) drive from downtown Fredericksburg and HEB, and in a nice older neighbor with wide streets and lots of mature trees. This was a perfect location to check out the town and hit up Enchanted Rock.

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$240+
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