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Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose

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Step into Compass Cottage, a charming 1800s breezeway house with original touches. Relax on the front porch or explore Glen Rose's historic downtown within walking distance to restaurants, parks, and museums.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5113 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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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 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/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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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  • Dryer
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
Ask Owners First

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
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 neighborhood

Map
TX, Glen Rose

What's nearby

  • Paluxy River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Somervell County Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Rocks Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Granbury Medical Center - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Somervell County Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald’s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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).

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Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

jessica j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Compass Cottage Review

House was clean, good 2 night stay, traffic noise thru most of the night other than 1:30-3:30.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Three Sisters

Compass House is even better than the online photos show. The house is very spacious and was immaculately clean. We all enjoyed playing games at the dining room table.and visiting the Barnard Mill art gallery..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverbend 2025

Just what we needed. A place for a small group of guys to spend 2 nights. Have some fireside chats and go back and forth to Riverbend retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Benjamin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Vera Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful !

The charm of this cottage is amazing! Such a comfortable and relaxing place. Wish we had booked more days this stay but we will for sure be back soon! Everything from the cozy living room to the comfortable beds in each of the 3 bedrooms to the large kitchen..the gracious dining area...the big bathroom with clawfoot tub..and the inviting front porch with swing and a table and chairs is just amazing! A short stroll to visit the shops in historic town square.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Bridget M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super cute property with great location

Cute house, well-kept, and great location easily walkable to town shops and restaurants. The two restaurants we went to in Glen Rose were fabulous: Riverhouse Grill and Whiskey Woods Steakhouse. We did have trouble regulating the temperature. The first night we were freezing! It is an old and drafty house, so if you visit in the winter, be sure to turn up the heat well before going to bed. Very clean, shower works great but bathtub does not have a stopper.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy and David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

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

8/10 Good

Charlotte K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

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

shreejeela t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Kimberly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Golf Trip

Had an excellent experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gailene J., Athens, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lots to see in town

very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022