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The Lilly House: Historic Glen Rose Home w/ Porch!

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Glen Rose, Texas
  • Big Rocks Park
    7 min walk
  • Paluxy River
    9 min walk
  • Somervell County Museum
    10 min walk
  • Stephenville, TX (SEP-Stephenville Clark Regional)
    33 min drive

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About the area

Glen Rose

With a stay at this vacation home in Glen Rose, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Big Rocks Park and Paluxy River. .This vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Somervell County Museum and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Barnard's Mill.

What's nearby

  • Big Rocks Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Paluxy River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Somervell County Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Dinosaur Valley State Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Fossil Rim Wildlife Center - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Los Primos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sundown Subs - ‬6 min walk

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Lilly House: Historic Glen Rose Home w/ Porch!

Host your next family gathering at this 4-bedroom, 4-bath vacation rental in Glen Rose! Primely situated between Waco and DFW, this historic home offers easy access to the Paluxy River, Dinosaur World, and one of the best town squares in the state of Texas! Live like a local while front-porch sitting or head to town to shop like a tourist - you choose. With a full kitchen, furnished patio, and charming decorative touches, you’ll never want to leave this home-away-from-home!

-- THE PROPERTY --

3,000 Sq Ft | Laptop-Friendly Workspaces | Free WiFi

Perfect for a large group getaway, this home provides a beautiful interior, spacious exterior, and a prime location just moments from the town square and surrounding attractions.

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: 2 Twin Air Mattresses w/ Bedding

SHARED AMENITIES: Furnished patio, covered porch, fire pit
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip coffee maker, dishware & flatware, cooking basics
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, flat-screen TV, 3 fireplaces, dining table, piano, ceiling fans
GENERAL: Towels, linens, central air conditioning/heat, keyless entry
FAQ: Stairs required for access, 2 other rentals on-site
PARKING: Carport (4 vehicles), street parking

-- THE LOCATION --

BIG ROCKS PARK (0.5 miles): River access, swimming areas, picnic spaces
GLEN ROSE (~1 miles): Paluxy Heritage Park, Hammond's B-B-Q, Los Primos Mexican Restaurant, Somerville County Museum, Squaw Valley 36 Hole Golf Course, Brazos River and Canoe Rides, Expo Center, Town Square
AREA HIGHLIGHTS: Dinosaur World (4.5 miles), Dinosaur Valley State Park (5.1 miles), Fossil Rim Wildlife Center (5.9 miles)
AIRPORT: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (76.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: This property sleeps 10 guests in 6 beds, but there are also 2 twin air mattresses with bedding available for guest use
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site, other travelers may be present during your stay and the patio is shared with the other units
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private furnished balcony/patio. A kitchen makes it easy to prepare your meals. Conveniences include a desk and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a carport and a garage
  • Street parking available
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Piano
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

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The Lilly House: Historic Glen Rose Home w/ Porch! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marine reunion
Got to meet up with with brothers we haven’t seen in 30 years. Thank yall.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and beautiful
A great location to all the things and had everything we needed for a great week. Thank you from all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old home in Glenrose
This stately old home was a joy to explore and relax in. Everything was as presented online and the neighborhood was great. No issues at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf weekend
Great location for our golf trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cool Victorian home walkable to Big Rocks Park
We stated here for a weekend to visit Big Rocks park, the square, and Dinosaur Valley Park. We loved the huge rooms and everyone had their own bathroom. We did encounter a few bugs when we first got there, but that’s likely because of the closeness to the river and area. Be prepared for a Victorian experience and you will love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Smith family trip.
Beautiful home. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Visit
We enjoyed our stay in this lovely old home. It was perfect for our visit with family members in Glen Rose.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Easter weekend getaway
The history of the property shows from the moment you walk up. Beautiful and plenty spacious. Kitchen was perfect for entertaining.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Beautiful house that was close to everything. We could relax and go and do..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
Weather was perfect House was perfect Perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
It was a great place to stay! So very beautiful! The house was supplied with so many essentials that it made our stay that much better! We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay! Looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best birthday and Father’s Day combo
The lily house is conveniently, located to the river, Oakdale Park, and the downtown Square area. Much of the downstairs has central AC with window units in each of the four bedrooms. All bedrooms are extremely roomy and all have their private bath. The kitchen is huge and well stocked with all of the necessary, utensils, dishes, etc. Two dishwashers. Big refrigerator. Big dining room and big family room. The front porch is wonderful as the house sits high on the hill so there’s a nice breeze and a good view. The courtyard area around back is also nice. Plenty of covered parking. Lots to do in the Glen Rose area. Check out dinosaur world. we very much enjoyed our stay and would go back and do it again. It’s a wonderful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Fun time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenica M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a magical Christmas at the Lilly House!
The Lilly House Was the perfect spot for a family Christmas gathering! Our host went above and beyond to decorate the home for Christmas just so it would be extra special for us. It meant the world and was beautiful! This is a great spot for family gatherings plenty of room and the home is well stocked with anything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Roger M.

Everything was not clean. Had to scrub pans before cooking they were dirty. The stair case was loose
Interesting Stair case banister was loose pots and pans had to be scrubbed dinning table was broke husband had to repair it the dinning chairs sunken in. It had its charm but not a overall good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend golf trip.
Invited some friends out for a weekend of golf. Great accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a girls getaway
We stayed at the Lilly House for a girls weekend and the Glen Rose Art and Wine Festival. This place was perfect for what we needed. Plenty of space to relax and catch up. It is also very close to that square for some great shopping and food. The house was very clean and the rooms were spacious. Loved that each bedroom has its own bathroom. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun historic house
Fun historic house with lots of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness
It would have been an amazing experience had the host cut on the air on a full 24 hours before arriv
With exception of the first night of the upstairs being in the mid to high eighties well into the night and having to go purchase 3 box fans just to be bearable it was really nice. The 2nd day once the house had cooled down made it so much better
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Natalie B.

Friendship Weekend
It was easy to to get in at the property. But there was a lot of wasp nests everywhere. We had one person get stung. So we let the property manager know but nothing was done. No one ever answer question when emailed. The. While at the house there needed to be blackout curtains to cool it off in the rooms. Window units need to be checked. Not working correctly. Other than that we had a good stay with our friends.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Beautiful property with a historic feel. Close to everything in Glen Rose. Such a cool place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool old house! Tons of room. Close to the GR square.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOE M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Enjoyed our stay in this house and getting sample Glen Rose on an extended weekend! The kids found the house unique and so did the adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Historical Home - Precious, Inviting, and Relaxing Place to stay
Background: We stayed here as a family of 6. We have kiddos ages 2, 4, 6, and 13. We loved staying in such a historical home. My kids were in awe of all of the "old timey" things. With that being said, if you have little kids who want to get into everything you may have to keep an eye on them while there because it has many historical pieces throughout the home. Once we laid out the boundaries for our kiddos and showed them the games they were pretty content. Plus, they loved playing hide and seek in such an old, larger home. Pros: Quite a few fun family games to play. Working TV's in the living room and one of the bedrooms. Quaint and such a charming space. It is a large home as it used to serve as a bed and breakfast so the rooms are huge and inviting. There is a living room and a sitting room. Both, are great spaces to relax. Upstairs, there is a little sitting area with rocking chairs at the top and my husband read to our kids while they sat around and listened to the story. Gorgeous draperies and the master had a beautiful bedspread. The beds were comfortable too. Plenty of dishes to cook or eat on. Our kids loved the old ball and foot bathtubs. Though, you do have to stay with your kids on this one since the knobs are not childproof and the showerhead is at the base like they used to be on all old tubs (not a con, adds to the charm). There were heater/a/c units in each room, but they also have central ac/heat. At night it got below 30 so we did turn a few of the window units on in the bedrooms because the rooms are so large. Overall, loved the experience. Cons: There are only a couple. There were a lot of DVD's available, but many were missing and I am sure walked off over the years. I do feel they need to replenish those. We also couldn't find the remote to the DVD player, but we managed to make it work. We may have just overlooked it and the main remote didn't seem to work on the DVD player. There was no actual "yard" to play in, but there were several parks nearby so we went to those during the daytime. Other than those minor things, the experience was great. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donny C., Dallas, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful old house charm
Beautiful home bursting with vintage charm, has been lovingly preserved, thankfully not a gut job flip. If you enjoy staying in classic old world bed and breakfast type houses, this is the spot for you. We had a minor issue with wasps in the living room that kept getting into the home, but the property manager was quick to respond about the issue and promised it would be handled moving forward. Glen Rose is a charming little town, and the town square is an easy walk from the home, and all the wildlife and dinosaur attractions are an easy drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021