Step into the 1914 mansion's glorious rooms, adorned with fine 19th century American furnishings and decorative accessories. Revive your spirits in a steaming tub of healing salts, then slip into luxurious linens on immense antique beds. Enjoy wireless internet throughout the house, relax in comfortable seating on spacious porches and courtyards or indulge at the breakfast and wine bar.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8372 sq m
Popular amenities
Breakfast included
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Laundry room
Outdoor space
Parking available
The current price is AU$746
AU$746
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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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.
Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales
The glorious rooms of this 110 year-old mansion are furnished with fine 19th century American furnishings and decorative accessories from the around the world. Shop the first floor of this 1914 property filled with extraordinary antiques, Christmas and gifts before retreating to your private spaces. Revive your spirits in a steaming tub of healing salts and soak before you slip into luxurious linens on the immense antique beds of the second and third floors.
The veranda suite features a massive bedroom with a plantation made full-tester bed and in the adjoining room with cannon ball bed, both from the 1840's. The full tester bed is of local provenance.
The New Orleans room is spacious retreat with a magnificent antique mahogany queen-sized bed. The bed, a masterpiece of American furniture-making, was created in the 1850s for the New Orleans market and is signed by its maker, Charles Lee. The dream-weaver mattress was specially made to fit the over-queen sized proportions. Adjacent access to the master bath, complete with the original, massive soaking tub and illuminated by a crystal chandelier make the New Orleans room a favorite with guests.
The third floor loft apartment is a beautiful open space with a studio kitchen and full bath. The loft features a dining area, office and reading space, and sleeps up to four. It is a comfortable space with amazing views of downtown.
The entire house is equipped with wireless internet. At the center of the second floor. An ingenious redesign of the original linen closet now conceals a breakfast and wine bar, complete with coffee maker, microwave, fridge and flat screen tv.
The comfortable seating of the spacious porches and courtyards are the perfect places to relax and watch the world drift by.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Free breakfast available
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Things to do
Optional golf privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
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
Rules
With children under 16 please email and we can may be able accommodate your needs, but we really like to handle those case by case
If you are going to arrive after 5:30pm, please let us know at the time of booking. We like for one of use to be here to show you around!
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Considered on a case by case basis.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
Vrbo Property
About the area
Located in Gonzales, this holiday home is in the city centre. Guadalupe River and Palmetto State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Discoveries From the Past and JB Wells Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Gonzales travel guide
Is Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales?
As of 16 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales on 18 Mar 2026 start from AU$746, 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 Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales located?
Located in the heart of Gonzales, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Main Street and Guadalupe River. Discoveries From the Past and Confederate Square are also within 5 minutes.
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Luxury Lodging in the Heart of Historic Downtown Gonzales Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Clean, comfortable accommodations, surrounded by beautiful pieces of history, provided for an amazing stay in Gonzales. The hosts are lovely, helpful ladies and the home is walking distance from shopping and restaurants. Look forward to staying again soon.
What a unique and wonderful stay. This home is so special with antiques in every room. Very comfortable and great location. You will enjoy this unique stay. Great communication and responsiveness.
Really cool historic house above an antique shop. The house was really spacious and great for facilitating my extended family, who had plenty of sleeping options.
Rita, the property manager, was amazing. She gave us really good food recommendations as well as good company when we arrived.
Connard B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
7 Nov 2014
Wow! .....Just.... Wow!
When you arrive at Laurel Ridge Inn, you do NOT feel like a visitor, but like a long lost friend, or relative, greeted warmly (but not effusively). Wrapped in the coziness of your arrival, you are escorted upstairs to your "home away" (truly!!) experience. Perhaps a home to which you are accustomed, or perhaps to home to which you aspire: Antique beds and exquisite accommodations. Barbara and her team treat you to a stay filled with attention to detail, and helpful information about the area. Whether you are visiting Gonzales for business or for pleasure, be sure to list Laurel Ridge at the top of your "must stay" destinations.
Jessica M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Baranna B.
23 Oct 2014
Immaculate Quarters with Old World Delight
I have been a loyal customer/fan of Laurel Ridge for the last several years now as my business frequently brings me to Gonzales. My overall impression: Laurel Ridge, Barbara (its owner) and her staff have never failed to offer anything but a stellar, top notch experience. Small-town Texas hospitality (the best kind) mixes with old world charm in a way that makes you want to kick off you shoes, relax on the veranda and soak it all in. Laurel Ridge is its own little world away from the world. A place` where you can leave the hustle and bustle of modern life behind and sink back into a calm, stress free environment, where even time seems to run a little slower. Sumptuously decorated with high quality, period appropriate antiques and beds piled high with luxurious linens, you'll feel that you've traveled back to a world where quality and good taste mattered. High end soaps and bath essentials, along with thick, plush towels, adorn the tastefully updated bathrooms, which still retain their period charm while having all the modern conveniences. Whether you've come to Gonzales for the history, the horse shows, the antiques or just to get away the big city, you couldn't find a more charming place to stay. And make sure and spend some time chatting with your host, Barbara. She's a true world citizen (a Gonzales hometown girl by birth, she spent many of her adult years living in Paris and London before returning home to open Laurel Ridge) and never ceases to charm and delight. She and her staff are as much the reason I keep returning to Laurel Ridge as is the majestic, old, historic house itself. By far, the hardest thing you'll have to do once you get to Laurel Ridge is leave.
Baranna B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca T.
22 Oct 2014
Great historic home, very accomodating staff.
We very much enjoyed our stay in this lovely historic home. We were visiting our niece who lives in Gonzales and touring all the historic sites and museums. The owner was very hospitable and the staff at Laurel Ridge was great. We will stay here the next time we come to visit.