Pure Texas Goodness: San Saba Soap Company’s Pecan Oil Skincare
When you step into San Saba Soap Company in Fredericksburg, Texas, you’ll feel as if you’re walking into a carefully curated home. This unique, family-owned shop sits just off the historic Marktplatz Square in the charming Van Der Stucken-Wilke Haus. Known as the "Grande Dame" of Fredericksburg, this 1891 home will catch your eye with its double balconies, intricate gingerbread trim, and exterior staircase. Inside, the atmosphere is both eclectic and calming, welcoming you to browse, explore, and breathe in the delightful scents. Here at Hotel Giles, we’re so impressed by San Saba’s craftsmanship and Texas charm that we proudly offer their products to our guests as a special addition to your stay.
At the heart of San Saba Soap Company are Marcus and Leanne Holley, a husband-and-wife team who infuse the shop with warmth and character. As a former winemaker turned perfumier, Marcus is dedicated to blending fine fragrances using old-world traditions. Together, the Holleys handcraft every product in small batches, bringing a personal touch to each bar of soap, bottle of cologne, or skincare product on their shelves.
The ambiance of the store reflects the Holleys' personal history, with furnishings and decor straight from their family’s collection. Natural light illuminates crystal geodes near the windows, while bundles of sage and glass bottles of their signature pecan oil add earthy touches to the space. It's a shop where every detail feels considered, every corner has a story, and every product is created with care.
San Saba Soap Company is known as Texas' premier brand for pecan oil-based fragrances, bath, and skincare products. Why pecan oil? The Holleys source pecans directly from San Saba, Texas—"The Pecan Capital of the World." This rich oil is packed with antioxidants, fatty acids, and nutrients, making it an ideal ingredient for skin health. From soothing goat milk soaps to luxurious sugar scrubs, every item is crafted without preservatives, sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or dyes, ensuring a pure, natural experience.
While you're in Fredericksburg, take a trolley tour to learn about the city’s cultural offerings, old town, things to do and German heritage. Or visit some of the more than 50 world-class wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms in Fredericksburg, where you can uncork some outstanding Hill Country vintages.
When you stay at Hotel Giles, we offer the perfect way to bring a touch of San Saba Soap Company back with you. Try the Medium Sugar Scrub Spa Box, featuring a full-sized bar of their popular Tobacco Bloom soap, a Palo Santo sugar scrub, and an organic muslin exfoliating cloth. Or, opt for the Small Soap & Salt Box with the Tobacco Bloom soap and relaxing bath salts—ideal for unwinding after a day of exploring the Hill Country.
Open seven days a week, San Saba Soap Company invites you to experience handcrafted luxury, rooted in the traditions and beauty of Texas. As you explore the Texas Hill Country, treat yourself to a visit at this delightful spot on the historic square in Fredericksburg. It’s more than a shop—it’s a slice of Texas charm wrapped in scents, stories, and natural goodness.
