Inns for Sale

Located in Brenham, Texas, and originally built in 1899 – 1900. to house a grocery and feed store on the ground level with an elegant saloon upstairs, the building was completely renovated and updated prior to the current owners taking over in 2011.

The Inn’s layout, grounds, and location provides a lovely backdrop for weddings and events. The Ballroom is perfectly set up for catering (there are many local providers) and has hosted many local business conferences as well as receptions and local festivals.

There is a second building included in the sale which can be expanded for additional revenue space or an owners’ quarters, along with an acre of empty space which could also be developed for yet another revenue stream.

The town of Brenham is almost exactly halfway between the major metropolitan areas of Houston and Austin, Texas. This makes it an ideal get-away from either city, and the town has a number of additional attractions to bring in a wide variety of guests. These include award winning restaurants and performance venues, historical and cultural sites, and close proximity (less than 20 miles) to the world- renowned Round Top Antiques Market. It’s also a comfortable drive from College Station, TX, home of Texas A&M University – another common source of guests to the area.

Ant Street Inn
107 West Commerce Street
Brenham TX 77833
$ 2,650,000.00

Broker/Consultant
Marilyn Bushnell 410-422-0013
marilyn@marilynbushnell.com
Marilyn Bushnell and Associates
Chuck Anderson 770-841-1410
c2b2@restorationhospitality.com

The 1971 three bedroom, 2100 sq. foot main ranch house had an extensive renovation in 2020, with completion in 2021. Internally this included all new wiring, plumbing, flooring, paint, and propane for the 6 burner Zline stove and gas fitted outdoor BBQ. New cabinetry, new ceiling and beams, all new lighting, as well as clawfoot tub in master bathroom, and walk in shower in guest bath. Shiplap is throughout the house.

The kitchen is an absolutely delightful space to work in. I have arranged cooking lessons for ladies, date night and groups, paint nights, private dinners, Italian Night– and there is plenty of room for all of these events.

Externally, re-painted, new windows, new septic system for house and cottages, sprinkler system, all cast iron pipes under home have been replaced November 2024, and a new HVAC central air system replaced October 2024. The chimney was cleaned and repaired in 2021, and a crushed rock pathway directly from the main house to the cottages was added in 2023.

Two private cottages, a one bedroom 360 sq feet, and a 2 bedroom, 560 sq feet were built on the adjacent property (11687 Randle Ln) the fall of 2021, and completed and open for guests May 2022. Guests have a large shared area in front of the cottages with picnic table and firepit, as well as porches to sit on and deer watch. Many spring and early summer guests have enjoyed picking vegetables from the garden located between the house and cottages. Each cottage has been tastefully decorated, each with a kitchen area used for guests who want to cook afternoon and evening meals. This has also been a wonderful addition for guests who have booked longer stays.

While some guests want to come and chat over breakfast inside the main home, most prefer the delivery out to the cottages, and I have been happy to accommodate either.

Lake View Marina is a mere 2 minute drive, where many use the boat launch in the summer months. Sammy’s Bar is a local favorite and has been a good friend to promote The Virginia May. Eagle Mountain Park is also a 2 minute drive up the hill for the thousands of hikers who visit each year.

The Virginia May has steady year round business with the lake activity in the summer months, a partnership with Eagle Mountain International Church, and two neighboring subdivisions who exclusively use the cottages for their out of town guests if available.

Eagle Mountain Saginaw ISD is a highly recommended school division for those potential buyers who may have children.

Asking price: $845.000.00

Call Colleen McCullough
817-739-3935

The Atomic Ranch at Stardust Retreat was built in 1958 for town jeweler Earle Smith and his family. It has been incredibly preserved — an architectural marvel that retains almost all of its original materials in immaculate condition, from the gleaming wood-paneled walls to the vintage tiles and countertops. Main features:

3,000 square feet
3 king bedroom suites with private bathrooms
2 large living rooms, 1 with gas fireplace
Fully furnished kitchen with 2 dining areas

The Loft at Stardust Retreat is a 1950s era house that’s been remodeled down to the studs; the finish-out is new, while the mid-century aesthetic was kept in both design and furnishings. A two-bedroom loft apartment occupies the entire second floor, while a separate one-bedroom suite is on the lower level.

2 bedroom, 1 bath upstairs with 1,300 SF
Spacious open living room & kitchen
1 bedroom, 1 bath downstairs with 700 SF
Separate units and entrances for both apartments
Can be rented separately or together
Incredible views and plentiful parking

Stardust Retreat is located in Coleman, at the gateway crossroads of West Texas & the Hill Country. For the past decade, Coleman has been undergoing an exciting revitalization — with upscale restaurants, wine bars, art & boutiques — while retaining a whole lotta small town friendly. More businesses open in town all the time, and the small business community there is very supportive. Like an undiscovered Marfa or Fredericksburg, Coleman represents an exciting opportunity to invest in a charming growth area.

Stardust Retreat is the prime vacation rental in the area, known and loved by the locals. Over the past 5 years, marketing has built the business into a thriving enterprise with lots of growth potential. The sale includes the 4-acre property (three lots of land in total), real estate (both houses), all furnishings and supplies, and the business (including website, listings on rental platforms, existing guest list, etc).

For sale at $995,000
605-607 W. Hillside Drive
Coleman, TX 76834
stardustretreat.com
For information contact Shelley Seale at srseale@gmail.com