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Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose

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Welcome to Compass Cottage, nestled between pecan trees
Cuddle up on the couch or settle down for a good read in the side chair.
Smart TV and pullout desk
A spot for keys, jackets and purses
Large dining room with seating for eight and a long buffet table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5112.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Glen Rose, TX
  • Paluxy River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Big Rocks Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stephenville, TX (SEP-Stephenville Clark Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

East Room

1 Queen Bed

North Room

1 Double Bed

West Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Clawfoot Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

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 manager

Sarah O'Neill

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 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
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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
Note from host: Ask Owners First
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Glen Rose

Located in Glen Rose, this cottage is in the city centre. Squaw Valley Golf Course and D'Vine Wine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Granbury's Railroad Depot Museum and FCS Paintball. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, horse riding and mountain biking.
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Glen Rose, TX

What's nearby

  • Paluxy River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Big Rocks Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Somervell County Expo Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fossil Rim Wildlife Center - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Los Primos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Sundown Subs - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Compass Cottage in Historic Glen Rose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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?

Checkout 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 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 traveller

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

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

Jodi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

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

Great Experience

Beautiful, well equipped home for our time in Glen Rose with family! Owner was great at communicating with us whenever we needed something. The home was so easy to walk to other shops and restaurants and a short drive to Dinosaur world, Fossil Rim and other attractions. We especially enjoyed having our morning coffee on the front porch swings while our toddler enjoyed watching the cars drive by. Great place to stay for all ages!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia P.

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

Best cottage in town!

We were meeting family in Glen Rose and stayed for a week. We were close to everything in town and loved that we could walk to shops and river. The dining space was perfect for hosting family dinners and the porch was a great spot for mingling. The beds and pillows were comfortable, water pressure was amazing, and we had everything we needed for our stay. I cannot imagine staying any where else in town!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah O'Neill

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Our guests are our priority and we are available 24/7 to answer questions, give recommendations to ensure your stay is enjoyable and relaxing.