Welcome to The Red Door Bed & Breakfast!

We invite you to escape into the tranquility of our charming guestrooms, nestled in the heart of downtown Mason, Texas. With over 31 years of experience in welcoming guests, we are proud to offer a retreat that combines historic elegance with modern comfort for your next visit to Mason.
Our historic and beautiful building, located on the northwest side of the square, showcases exquisite Victorian woodwork, oak flooring, and pressed tin ceilings. Each suite is a unique masterpiece, adorned with custom-designed stained glass transoms, antique furniture, and fine art, all accompanied by private and dedicated bathrooms for your convenience. These thoughtful touches reflect our personal commitment to making your stay truly special.
Relax on our inviting porch, take in the historic square the perfect escape from the city. We eagerly await the opportunity to host you and make your visit to Mason unforgettable!

– Brent & Monica Hinckley

Call Us to Book Your Room Today!

 325-347-6398

Our Guestrooms: A Cozy Retreat for Travelers

Welcome, each of our eight uniquely decorated rooms offers a warm and inviting sanctuary. Immerse yourself in the charm of antique furniture, cozy quilts, and fine art that grace every corner. As you wander through the hallways, you’ll discover Brent’s extensive antique map collection, adding a touch of historical intrigue to your stay.

Our guest accommodations include a common living and dining area complete with a kitchenette on each floor, ideal for families and larger gatherings seeking a homey atmosphere. Room #2 is fully equipped for accessibility, featuring grab bars and a walk-in shower to ensure comfort for all guests. Additionally, several rooms offer single beds or pull-out options, perfect for accommodating extra guests.

Whether you’re planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a solo adventure, we are delighted to assist you in finding the perfect room for your memorable stay at The Red Door.

B&B Layout

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Ground Floor

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Second Floor

All guest rooms feature at least a king-sized bed and a private en-suite bathroom.
For those needing accessible options, Room #2 is fully ADA compliant, ensuring comfort and ease for all our guests. Plus, for those staying on the upper floor, we offer the charm of an old-fashioned luggage lift to conveniently transport your belongings.

Call Us to Book Your Room Today!

325-347-6398

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Red Door Amenities

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At The Red Door Bed & Breakfast, we believe that the magic lies in the details, enabling us to share a personal touch that makes your stay in Mason truly special. Our goal is to provide the comforts of home, from our clean and charming rooms, each with its own bathroom and temperature control, to the inviting common areas. Here, you’ll find kitchenettes stocked with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and popcorn to satisfy your cravings.
Start your day with a continental breakfast, featuring Monica’s delightful homemade bread. While you savor the peace of small-town Mason without the distraction of TV, you can still stay connected with our complimentary Wi-Fi. We invite you to relax on our porch, take in the scenic views of the historic square, and let your worries drift away at The Red Door Bed & Breakfast.

Explore the Rich Heritage & Vibrant Life Around Mason

Nestled on the historic Courthouse Square, The Red Door B&B offers guests a delightful proximity to the cultural and recreational treasures of Mason, Texas. Just a short stroll away, you’ll find the Odeon Theater, a beloved local entertainment venue since 1928. Indulge in the culinary delights of five distinctive restaurants, savor the offerings at seven local winery tasting rooms, and explore an array of fascinating shops and antique stores, where you can even sample Mason-brewed beer or stop in the distillery.
Immerse yourself in the town’s rich history at the Square Museum, which showcases captivating exhibits and unique artifacts that celebrate the legacy of this frontier community. A few blocks further, the historic Seaquist House awaits your visit. As one of the largest and most intriguing residential buildings in West Texas, it is a testament to the architectural grandeur of the past.
For literary enthusiasts, the life size Old Yeller statue, located in front of the library, pays tribute to the famous tale by local author Fred Gipson. Additionally, a brisk walk south of the Square will lead you to the historic site of Fort Mason. This former frontier outpost, active from 1851 until the Civil War, was home to many men who later became generals on both sides of the conflict.
With such rich cultural landmarks and experiences at your doorstep, The Red Door B&B serves as your perfect gateway to exploring the vibrant life and history of Mason, Texas.

Mason Chamber

Peruse our unique local shops and explore for treasures in our antique stores, all within walking distance of the Red Door. For more info on things to do in Mason click here.

Mason History

Learn more about Mason in our museums, discover Fort Mason atop the biggest hill in town, or take a tour of the beautiful town square. Click here for more info.

Seaquist House

This unique 19th century Hill Country landmark is just two blocks north. Public tours are open each month, with private tours available upon request. Click here for details.

City of Mason

Interested in learning more about our little Texas city? The City of Mason website has information on our local parks, utilities and services. Click here for more information.

Building History

The Red Door Bed & Breakfast is owned and operated by Monica & Brent Hinckley and is currently located on the first and second floors of a commercial Rock Building on the Mason County Courthouse Square.

Originally built circa 1895, the building housed a succession of retail businesses including a grocery which used the 1,000 sq ft basement for a root cellar. In 1946 it was opened as “Grimsley’s – Five to Five Dollar” store. Mr. Grimsley later covered the basement access with a new oak plank floor and the basement was “lost” for 50 years! The building went through several other retail establishments until our purchase from Winn’s Corp. in 1995. We “found” the basement again during the renovation to the retail space, which became HINCKLEY’S Country Store and built a new stair to provide access for our additional storage.

In Jan 2016, we closed the retail Variety store (after 21 years) and renovated the storefront to accommodate additional B&B rooms downstairs.The new rooms provide

four additional private rooms with private baths. We

also included a handicap accessible room for our guests.

Previously the upstairs portion of the building was used as residences, a dentist office, a small darkroom and even a worm farm! Although it was abandoned and used for storage in recent years. We believe at one time the upstairs was used as a Community gathering room and during the renovations we found a notation etched into the plaster walls indicating that the Mason Concert Band had used the space in the mid 20’s. Extensive renovations were required as the upstairs did not have any functional plumbing and no active electrical service! The ceilings were 14 ft high and both the East and West walls are rock.

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Our Guests Say

— Ames, Iowa

Charming and the best place in town!

We had three wonderful nights. Monica and Brent were gracious, friendly hosts. The big rooms with high ceilings feel spacious. The lack of a TV was perfect for us and appreciated. Serve yourself breakfast was plentiful and tasty. Our room was quiet and very comfortable. We enjoyed our time on the porch looking out at the beautiful Mason Square watching the vehicles go by. We also enjoyed the rain storm that came through town. Being right on the square meant we could walk to everything we went to for the Mason Chamber Festival. The annual craft fair was on so it was fun to see local crafts. We will certainly be back the next time we come for the Mason Chamber Festival. Thank you!

— Jay R

Wow! What a great B&B.

We stayed overnight at the red door bed and breakfast in Mason this past weekend and it was spectacular. The room was beautiful and So spotless…. the bed was even comfortable!! We enjoyed Using the sitting area upstairs and also the balcony outside overlooking the courthouse and downtown. Monica provided us with a serve yourself breakfast to enjoy at our convenience (she’s a great hostess). We were left to come and go as we pleased and enjoyed lunch and dinner at Lea Lou’s and also a movie at the old theater. We would highly recommend this bed-and-breakfast to anyone and it is on our to do list again.

— Rebecca F, Texas

Red Door B&B is great!

Red Door B&B in Mason TX is super clean and very comfortable. This hotel is very well organized and shows attention to details to make your stay perfect. They provide many breakfast items to cover all dietary needs….even Almond Milk!
The rooms are large and have very comfortable kingsize beds.

Our Rates:

$125.00 per night
Double or Single Occupancy
All Rooms (King bed)
Extra bed – $20.00
Credit card required to hold reservation (Visa/MasterCard/Amex & Discover are accepted).

Red Door B&B Policy:

Room rates are based on single or double occupancy ($20 for extra bed) and are subject to a 13% room tax. Two-night minimum on Holiday weekends, as well as all weekends from March-June and from Nov-Dec.
 * Visa/MasterCard, cash & personal checks accepted.
 * Well-behaved children are welcome.
 * Smoking is not permitted in the rooms.
 * Pets cannot be accommodated.
Check-in: 3pm, late arrivals can be arranged. Check-out: 12 noon.
Please call us with your credit card information in order to guarantee your reservation. Cancellation notice of 72 hours prior to arrival is requested; otherwise a fee of $75 will be assessed. Or book online with AirB&B.

Call Us to Book Your Room Today!

325-347-5415