The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus
The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus
About this bed and breakfast
Located in Texas City, this lovely bed and breakfast for $130 per night is a great choice for your next break. Boasting a shared lounge and views of quiet street, The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Galveston, 1.6 km from Seawall Urban Park.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Map of Texas City, TX
Reviews
4.6/5.0
Outstanding(650 Reviews)
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10.0
Cocktail hr & breakfast
Everything was great
8.0
Sfeervol prachtig pand, heerlijk ontbijt, ligt prima tussen zee en havens in. Aardige eigenaar en staff
Veel trappen met zware koffers lastig
10.0
The breakfast presentation was very nice and always with a personal touch. Everybody was exceptionally friendly and helpful.
N/A
10.0
Beautiful place to stay! Large comfortable room and bed. We loved it!
Tub was a little hard to step into.
10.0
Breakfast was very good! TV not worth a durn!
10.0
Sehr schöne Unterkunft, freundliches Personal.
Social hour zwischen 4 und 5 mit Wein fanden wir toll. Gute Nacht Drink stand auch bereit 😄
Frühstück mit aufgebrühten Kaffee 👍
Das Duschen in der Wanne mit dem Vorhang fanden wir sehr gefährlich.
Keine Haken für Jacken im Zimmer.
Zimmer im Dachgeschoss klein und anstrengend mit Koffern, aber das haben wir geahnt. Dafür ist der Preis gerechtfertigt
10.0
The location in the historic district was ideal along with the proximity to the cruise port after our weeklong cruise. We stayed an extra day in Galveston and this Inn was perfect.
We wished we would have planned and booked a second night.
10.0
It was so beautifully appointed. Absolutely charming and the interior with the beautiful staircase and stained glass windows. The service and staff were impeccable. Great suggestions on things to do. Was relaxing to sit out on the porch and enjoy coffee. Breakfast was great. The highlight was taking the Model T golf cart for a spin to see all the wonderful homes.
Nothing
9.0
Perfect location. Wonderful staff. Breakfast was delicious. The home is just gorgeous, a beautiful Victorian mansion.
Because the home is a Victorian house, be prepared to haul all of your bags up lots and lots of stairs, and back down again when you leave. There is no elevator and there is only a small staff.
10.0
Stayed here before going on a cruise, great location and beautiful house. The staff are wonderful and the beds were so comfortable!
Nothing
9.0
Everything was perfect except for the bed. But i have a bad back so....
10.0
Crazy-unique place to stay, great historic house in historic district; wonderfully furnished w/ claw-foot tub, antiques and art, luxurious bathrobes. Great attention to our needs and desires by Tammy, the "caretaker," who carried our bags up and served us delicious happy-hour drinks and snacks, and led us to the perfect dinner place nearby.
Excellent hot home-made breakfast with choice of biscuits/gravy/sausage, quiche lorraine, or something else we didn't have--I forget. Friendly atmosphere all 'round.
Would have liked a 2nd bedside light for reading--though overhead chandelier worked okay.
10.0
Delicious!! Servings were well portioned and were able to get more if you liked
10.0
The breakfast was very tasty, the coffee hot and juice was provided. We were given a choice of breakfast item which was nice.
no negative feedback
10.0
gourmet breakfast, our room,the location, the staff . such a great stay if only for one night
Heating unit was noisy
9.0
Charmigt boende med spännande historia och klassisk inredning. Mycket hjälpsam och trevlig personal. Sköna sängar och god frukost. Bra lägen med promenadavstånd till det mesta.
10.0
We enjoyed our stay in this lovely historic property. The home is exactly as pictured & is beautifully restored. The staff is stellar, the happy hour lovely (the old fashion was perfect.. a must try) & the breakfast delicious. A lovely stay in the heart of Galveston, close to all the attractions. This is a 5 star property, with a 10 star staff.
9.0
Nice charming area and mansion. Very welcoming and service minded hosts. The breakfast was great.
The AC was noisy, both our and the other outside. They planned to fix it.
10.0
Personal attention and genuine warmth and Texas hospitality from the owner upon check-in. Gorgeous old home with expansive en suite rooms. High tech where it mattered (mattress, TV, internet) and everything else was perfectly old and divine! Had our own personal balcony! Thoroughly enjoyed the complimentary cocktail hour and morning breakfast. Met some interesting people cruising through Galveston. Why would I ever stay in a hotel?
Nothing! It was authentic and we were perfectly pampered!
10.0
The staff was very friendly, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Wifevsaid that was the best quiche ever!
Nothing
10.0
Beautiful place. Elegant. Staff was super friendly. Walking distance to the Strand. Free Happy Hour. Coffee and flavored water available all the time.
The breakfast in the morning was FIVE STAR, all made from scratch. We had crepes with peach filling and real whipped cream. YUM.
Not a thing for us.
4.0
The breakfast was good and plenty of it. The welcome was great and the communication PRIOR to staying there was good.
Prior to staying there I was told that we could receive a complimentary ride to and from the port to get on the boat. This didn’t happen and as we were getting out of the old time car that is when we were told, “How do you want to pay for the ride?” I said I didn’t because it was suppose to be free. She said, “I will just charge your card that you have on file.” Sure damn enough it was charged without my permission or knowledge because I told her no she wouldn’t.
10.0
So much character! Great hosts and staff. Wonderful breakfast and happy hour! Big room, soaker tub, great bed! Loved it!
Not much.
10.0
First time doing a B&B. Wasn't sure my husband would like it but thought we tried something different. Absolutely loved it! will definitely return. So enjoyable.
nothing we didn't like!
10.0
Beautifully decorated, well restored, amazing service and breakfast!!
N/A
10.0
Area and staff were great very friendly
Nothing
10.0
Everything!
10.0
It’s a great property.
No complaints
10.0
It was well kept & clean. Tammy was the best hostess.
There isn’t one thing.
10.0
Friendly staff, not over crowded and very relaxing. Beautiful building and interior. Breakfast was amazing.
Breakfast was uncomfortably quiet when no music was playing 😁
Exterior color is a bit bright
9.0
Tammy was wonderful as were the rest of the staff. The location is excellent for downtown activities. They have a fun antique style car golf cart to shuttle you.
Only issue was bathtub and shower. The tub was tall and stand alone making it difficult to get in and out of.
10.0
We loved the staff. Tammy & Cora Lynn were very helpful and attentive. The location is literally in the center of everything. It is a 5 minute drive to anywhere. It was clean, quiet and comfortable. We slept like babies! Cocktail hour was fun. We met other guests and Tammy pours a helluva drink... Cora Lynn is incredibly attentive and kind. She was always asking if she could lend a hand or if we needed anything. Tammy gave great suggestions on where to eat and where to visit and was always available to drop you off if needed.
Nothing, really. We are sitting here trying to think of something bad to say. Nope. Nothing. Maybe be a little more diverse in the breakfast menu, but even then, I can't complain about it. It is an old mansion. If you go in there thinking the property is going to be shiny and new, then this isn't the place for you. If, on the other hand, you love the history and nuances that go with 130 year old property, then you can feel confidant in booking this for your stay. It was great!
10.0
A very pleasant experience and the Staff are really great people.
Nothing. The nostalgia of the home and property is the reason why one would go.
6.0
BEAUTIFUL establishment. Didn't have the opportunity to try breakfast.
We were assigned a room on the top floor. Upon opening the door, the heat hit us in the face. The AC was blowing fine in the bathroom, but there was a standing fan blowing in the bedroom. The temperature caused the environment in the room to be uncomfortable. Rather than completing our stay, we left early the next morning without breakfast.
The staff was extremely gracious. They suggested the previous guest had closed the vent over the bed, hence the warmth in the room. I received a full refund and the manager was very apologetic.
We plan to give the accommodation another chance in the winter/colder months. It is a beautiful home with many amenities for guests. The dining and bar areas are very cozy. And, as I mentioned, the staff are very gracious, friendly and accommodating.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Texas City?
The average price for a rental in Texas City is $150 per night. This rental is $20 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at The Mansion on 17th, formerly Schaefer Haus?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, balcony / patio, and tv.
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