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Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host!

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Pool and Hot Tub
Bungalow
Bungalow
Bungalow Kitchen and Dining Area
Bungalow living Area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 200.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bulverde, TX
  • The Rim Shopping Center
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • The Shops of La Cantera
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bungalow Anteroom

2 Single Beds

Bungalow Back Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bungalow Front Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bungalow Master

1 King Bed

Bunkhouse Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bunkhouse Bedroom 6

3 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Cabin Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Casita Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Bungalow Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bungalow Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bunkhouse Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Cabin Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Casita Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host!

THE BASE RATE ONLY RESERVES THE BUNGALOW FOR UP TO 9 PEOPLE. PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION FOR PRICING-BOOK 4+ NIGHTS, GET 1 FREE NIGHT.

Located on historic 400 acres Still Waters Ranch (www.stillwatersranchtx.com) offers, for your EXCLUSIVE USE, a recently restored Bungalow with fully equipped kitchen, small living room and eating area with four bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as laundry facilities. Three additional buildings are available with four bedrooms and three baths to accommodate up to 20 people total. You will have sole use of all these amenities since YOUR GROUP WILL BE OUR ONLY GUESTS. The base rate pays for up to a total of nine guests and entitles your group to use the Bungalow and have access to three additional buildings.
Each additional person over nine (9) people is priced at $50/person /night. Children aged 4 or younger are free--do not count them when reserving your stay. The optional additional buildings are described below and are yours to use at no additional cost except a one-time cleaning fee of $100 or $150 for each optional additional building used. Many photos on this site provide a visual of the ranch where we lived and have nurtured for the last 28 years.
Book four (4) or more nights now and we will add a free night at the beginning or end of your stay whichever you choose at no cost.

You will have a large pool with hot tub-pool fully supplied with floats and other pool paraphernalia, Weber propane grill, Cornilleau Pro ping pong table, a Billiard Building with 65” DIRECTV, Olhausen Accu-Fast Billiard Table, dart board and card table. Outside amenities include a grass volleyball court, basketball playing area, cornhole game and official horseshoe pits, and a large sandbox for younger children. You will have sole use of all these amenities since YOUR GROUP WILL BE OUR ONLY GUESTS.

BUNGALOW (total cost is included in the base rate of VRBO): There are four bedrooms: master with king bed, 2nd has queen bed, 3rd has two twin beds, and the 4th has both a twin and a double bed. A junior bed and/or a crib are available. Baths include master with double sinks and a shower; another bath has a shower/tub combination. The Bungalow can accommodate nine (9) people-see bed arrangement below. The Bungalow is priced at the base rate per night and is THE ONLY BUILDING YOU ARE RENTING when you book 9 guest or fewer. However, you may use three more buildings at no additional cost except for paying a single cleaning fee for each additional building you use as described above and below.

The following THREE ADDITIONAL BUILDINGS are available to you for an additional cleaning and utility fee regardless of the size of your group. If you just want more space to spread out your group with additional beds and bathrooms, you may use these buildings.
Cleaning and utility fees for the additional buildings are $150 for the bunkhouse, $100 for the cabin and $100 for the Casita and are not included in the posted VRBO fee but will be added to your final VRBO account. Those fees are payable prior to or upon your arrival when you decide what additional buildings you want to use. These additional building fees are added only if and when you decide to use any of the additional buildings.
BUNKHOUSE: The Bunkhouse has beds and a bath for up to seven (7) people: King bed, three (3) single beds, and a double Bunk bed plus bath with a shower.
CABIN: The Cabin has two (2) single beds. a full small kitchen and a bath with shower.
CASITA: The 1860's Casita is the small original lodging of the German settlers and has a double bed and a bathroom with a shower.
Extra cleaning has been added between guests to reduce the possibility of Covid or other organism transmission. Our protocol is: wipe down hard surfaces with disinfectant, super chlorinate the pool, launder towels and bedding with hot water, using bleach if possible.
We do not allow off road vehicles, firecrackers or campfires. We do not rent to anyone under 25 years of age. All guests coming to the ranch must be registered on the liability forms; children are listed on the adult’s form. No dogs, cats, or other pets are allowed. There are several nearby commercial kennels we can recommend. You may encounter a variety of wild and domesticated animals that roam freely on the ranch. If you are not comfortable with that possibility, this may not be the VRBO vacation spot for you.
Every overnight guest as well as every day guest must sign liability release agreements immediately upon arriving to use any ranch facilities other than the building reserved. All payments must be made prior to or immediately upon arriving at the ranch to access the property.
The ranch is located 13 miles north of 1604, the outer loop around San Antonio. Here you can experience the quietness and peace of rural life after a tiring day of sightseeing or adventure. We are less than 40 minutes from Sea World, Fiesta Texas, The Alamo and Riverwalk, Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels, tubing and antiquing in Gruene, Natural Bridge Caverns and Wildlife Park, Cave Without a Name, shopping and dining in Boerne and Guadalupe State Park where you can play in the river, picnic, and hike.
The incredible views and features of this historic ranch, marked with a commemorative plaque from the state of Texas, make this a lovely choice. We raise Wagyu cattle and have trophy whitetail deer for serious hunters. Ranch tours are available at owner’s discretion and are offered to guests staying three nights or more.
Events and parties can be accommodated for birthdays, family reunions, small weddings (maximum total of 35 people) and similar celebrations. There is a $10 day fee for day guests older than 4 years and a $200 party fee and a $200 refundable cleaning fee. Let us know what you are planning, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Property manager

Sandy Mehall
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must be prearranged with owner
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Pool is open from 10 am to midnight. Hot tub requires owner turning it on.
Billiard room is available 10 am to midnight. Darts also available there as well as a card table. There is also a big screen tv hooked up Direct TV.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: Must be prearranged with owner
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bulverde

Located in Bulverde, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Dienger Building and Kuhlmann-King Historical House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Honey Creek State Natural Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Bullis County Park and Bulverde Community Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bulverde, TX

What's nearby

  • Guadalupe River State Park - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • The Rim Shopping Center - 27 min drive - 30.2 km
  • The Shops of La Cantera - 28 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 31 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Natural Bridge Caverns - 32 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Anderson Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Specht's Store Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Honey Creek State Natural Area, Bullis County Park, and 46 Crossing. Bulverde Community Park and Guadalupe River State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Guys folf trip
We had 8 guys get together for 3 days of golf. We were playing multiple rounds each day and a hot tub to soak in each evening was aa must have for our rental. I requested the hottub be heated each evening. I got confirmation that it would be. The first night we got to the house we got into our suits just to find a cold hottub. Owner said it broke the night before our arrival but i was not given any notice at all. Ended up with a house with no hottub. The bunkhouse also had a terrible smell if we ran the A/C. Luckily the nights were cool enough to sleep with the windows open
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol Weller B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Was well maintained and a lot to do beautiful setting and lots to see
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Country getaway
We spent the Holidays at the Still Waters Ranch and really enjoyed our time in the country setting that was very peaceful and quiet. Our bunch was able to spread out comfortably in the various accommodations. The kiddos especially enjoyed the game room and pool / hot tub! The outdoor pavilion was great for our group (we wished we had brought a wagon to haul meal supplies back and forth from the bungalow). The hosts were very friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regis and Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous ranch
Gorgeous pool area. Didn’t realize we would be so close to the main house but it wasn’t an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Beautiful Texas Country Ranch
Our 2nd visit was as wonderful as our first and we hope to visit again soon. Our Friends and I love this Ranch for our remote getaway weekends. Relaxing by the pool with the perfect view, is our favorite. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to relax & unplug
Beautiful property! The hosts Sandy & her husband were very friendly and responsive. They took great care of us. We definitely recommend a visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get Together
The ranch was a beautiful retreat, quiet and wonderful scenery. I was a perfect place to have the grandkids enjoy a vacation with us. Bob and Sandy were great hosts. I would recommend a stay here to refresh your soul.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Peaceful Resort
What a dream stay! The property entrance invites you into this lovely retreat! The grounds are so beautiful. All of the housing is sharply decorated & spaced so everyone gets their privacy. We fell in love with the pool & patio area! Such a fantastic place to take in each sunset every day!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laila K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family reunion space
Wonderful space for large family reunions. We were able to celebrate with 40 friends and family (17 staying there and the rest day guests) and never felt crowded! The bungalow is comfortable and the casita and bunk house very rustic but they served their purpose.Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Staycation
We decided to do our family vacation a little closer to home this year and chose Bulverde. We had 6 stay in the bungalow and it was perfect. We really enjoyed the pool and loved the landscape. There were so many flowers and butterflies, it was gorgeous. The views from the pool were amazing and the stars at night were very visible. I would just leave a little warning that there are a lot of red wasps around. They typically didn’t bother us, but we found out the hard way that if you leave a towel to dry outside overnight, there will be a wasp in it in the morning. We heard the cows more than we saw them and got to see a handful of deer when we walked the property. The owners’ 2 dogs occasionally stopped by to say hello or cool off in the pool, very friendly but not TOO friendly. Definitely recommend as a nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family & Amazing Property
I can't say enough about how much we loved our stay at Still Waters Ranch. Sandy and Bob have taken such pride and care in their property and we were blessed to have them share it with us. I know we will be back and loved getting to spend quality time with our family together for the first time since COVID. The property is spectacular- and we spent MANY hours at the pool with our family and kids. THANK YOU for making this rental more than that- it was our home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derliz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
We absolutely loved staying here. I have a yearly river trip with friends and this year we didn't even go to the river, because the property was so nice. Would highly recommend staying here and hope to come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing family vacation
Our family truly enjoyed our time at this tranquil property! Frankly, several of us wanted to move in forever! The ample space to spread out and many entertaining amenities gave us the family fun we were looking for. The only draw back was that the bungalow kitchen was quite small for such a large group. This was clearly called out in the description and with the addition of the pavilion and grill space, all our needs were met. We would happily return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion Getaway
Wonderful time away from busy city life to just enjoy and reconnect with children, grandchildren. The pool is awesome and much enjoyed by all. You would be hard pressed to find a nice pool and atmosphere. So many other activities, from pitching horseshoes, to pool table, corn hole, hiking. A nearby evening rodeo was a fun event.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Property
Everyone in our group really enjoyed the property and all the amenities. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Beautiful area, incredible pool and views, fantastic billiard room. Close to several fun entertainment and good places!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation rental - you won’t be disappointed!!
We booked this for a guy weekend for my son who just graduated high school. Him and his friends enjoyed every moment of it. The grounds had many different activities to do and it was perfect. Lots of places to sit, relax, and take in the view. I loved how we were able to have some people over and just hang out. Definitely worth renting again. The boys had such a wonderful time that they want to book it again for a guys retreat! Sandy and Bob were wonderful! And so were their two precious dogs, Roxy and Ruger. You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nolan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always Relaxing
I took a class trip to San Antonio and this place always has everything we need. It is always so relaxing and the hosts are always super timely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father and adult kids family trip
Amazing property and hosts!! Love the place and the great times we had there. The game building and hot tub were our favorites!!! May bring the whole family back some day soon!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Fantastic experience and beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Experience All Around
Bob and Sandy were very gracious, caring, and responsive to our group's every need. Their friendly style complimented perfectly their beautiful ranch. Our 5 grand kids loved it, almost as much as the parents and grandparents. Highly recommend this Tranquil Ranch Getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
We've stayed at many VRBO properities, some beautiful and some fun. Still Water Ranch was both! The ranch accomodated our crowd of 10 and the outdoor space was magical. Sandy and Bob were super hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon N., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shopping in San Antonio
We were in San Antonio to do some shopping and sight seeing with some friends. Still Water Ranch was the perfect place for our group, quiet, clean and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Hill Country Ranch Property
What an amazing experience! Beautiful, historic property with expansive views set in the middle of nature. The accommodations were very comfortable and well thought out. The beautiful infinity pool and hot tub were clean and well maintained. Bob and Sandy were the perfect hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Mehall

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Sandy and Bob, the current owners, have preserved the original casita built by Peter and Lina Lex as well as the second home that Peter, a stone mason, built in the 1870's for his family. The Lex family cemetery is located on the ranch as well as the original barn and other buildings added over time.

Why they chose this property

Experience visiting a ranch which has been in continuous operation since the 1860's with unique spring water and rainwater capture and storage. Also, see the work of stone gathering and construction of stone works, buildings, and walls done by German settlers as well as Mexican artisans in the past. The original 1870 barn is still standing and in use.

What makes this property unique

You will have the opportunity to view Angus /Wagyu beef cattle ranching and whitetail deer as well as hunt for fossils and arrowheads in Kelly Creek. Hiking and exploring is part of the experience that awaits you on this ranch which was an Indian hunting ground prior to the settlers arriving. Spectacular sunsets from the pool will be yours to enjoy.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests