Welcome to
The St Claude Inn + Social House
As the only chef-owned + operated lodgings on the Texas coast, at The St Claude the focus is on food. Hosts Eric + Martine Pèlegrin—late of Houston's La Mora, Austin's beloved Chez Nous, Bistro Le Marseillais + the original Whip-in—invite guests to enjoy internationally-influenced meals lovingly prepared + sourced from local waters, farms + ranches. Join other guests in the convivial dining room or have your meals in the comfort + privacy of your own room.
Stay
Timeless Hospitality
Located in the heart of a sleepy shrimping village, The St Claude is housed in a lovingly revived 1924 Folk Victorian, featuring the signature wrap-around verandas of the Southern Vernacular style. Inside, amid many restored original flourishes, a mix of antique, vintage + modern decor welcomes guests with casual elegance.
Dine
Bed + dinner? You're welcome!
House-baked continental breakfast, boxed lunches for outings, wine tastings + seasonal prix-fixe dinners are some of the dining options that await you at The St Claude.
Gather
Welcome to the neighborhood
Two blocks from Tres Palacios Bay, guests are minutes from fishing, beach-going, dolphin sighting or a bayside stroll. While back on the lawn, relaxing with a drink on the live oak-shaded patio or joining hosts + neighbors in a pick-up game of Pétanque are always on the menu as well.
Explore
Pelicans, spoonbills + cranes, oh my!
With more than 200 resident species of birds—upward of 500 during migratory seasons—Palacios is a year-round nexus for birdwatching + wildlife habitat exploration. The area's many historical attractions offer opportunities to delve into Coastal Texas' rich history.
Claude Emile Pèlegrin
1932-1994
Provencal, Sailor, Lad
A playful tribute to Eric's father, The St Claude combines the carefree charm of the bon vivant with fastidious attention to detail to provide visitors with a perfectly relaxed + enjoyable experience.
Provisioners
Heartfelt Thanks
to our Benefactors
& Helpmeets
Helix mattresses + American Blossom linens + Branch Basics cleaning products + PF Candle scents + NOBS toothpaste tablets +
Public Goods toiletries + Travis Heights Wine & Spirits + Hometown Meat Market + 2BarC Ranch + HG Rice Mill + The Olive Oil Hunter
Felix Pèlegrin + Victor Torres-Aponte + Chuck Madeley & Lee + Raymond + Cliff Kuhl + Cheryl & Paul Drown + Henri & Regine Ferrand + Alan Stanley & Kelly Fay + Rohit Topiwala