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This historic yet modern home is beautiful inside and out. Come be a part of the history of This 115 year old home.

Cool off in our dipping pool. Not a large pool but all you need for a relaxing evening after sightseeing.

This historic yet modern home is beautiful inside and out. Come be a part of the history of This 115 year old home. Enjoy the hot tub after a day of sightseeing.

Relax around the fire pit with family and friends

Cool off in our dipping pool. It is approximately 20" deep and 8 feet in diameter.

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Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13325 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Dryer

Explore the area

San Antonio, TX

Pearl District2 min drive
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium3 min drive
River Walk4 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)8 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The house was perfect for our large group with plenty of room. Everything was in order and Debby was extremely helpful a...

Lance L.

Feb 8, 2024

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Downtown | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 4 King Beds

This historic yet updated home was built in 1905 The house has a mix of antiques and modern furniture for stunning design and comfort. It lies in Monte Vista, the most prestigious historic subdivision in the city. There are 5 bedrooms, large dining room, fabulous kitchen and don't miss the dipping pool, hot tub and fire pit out back. The upstairs rooms are very private for your guest that prefer their own space. Walk to many of the top restaurants in the city. A mile from the Pearl and 1.5 from the Riverwalk restaurants

Property manager

Debby Villers

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Quiet Hours 10:00 pm to 7:00 am Primary Renter must be at least 25 years of age.

$150/night if pet is found to have been on the property, $500 for smoking in the house, $75/hour late checkout if not approved by property manager.

Disabling cameras (Ring doorbell at front door and camera on parking area) will lead to immediate cancellation without refund.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

Property Registration Number STR -21-13500170

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Antonio

Located in San Antonio, this holiday home is in the city centre. Pearl District and Shops at Rivercenter are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Check out an event or a game at Alamodome, and consider making time for Aquatica San Antonio Waterpark, a top attraction not to be missed.

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San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

Pearl District - 2 min drive
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium - 3 min drive
Alamo - 4 min drive
River Walk - 4 min drive
Market Square - 4 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio Station - 6 min drive
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taqueria Chapala Jalis - ‬11 min walk
‪Tycoon Flats - ‬11 min walk
‪Brass Monkey - ‬11 min walk
‪El Buho Satx - ‬12 min walk
‪La Fonda on Main - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

What time is check-out at Downtown | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 4 King Beds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | 4 King Beds located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Trinity University, San Antonio River and Pearl District. San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and River Walk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Giulietta C.

13 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience!

The house was very clean, comfortable and welcoming. Debby was very kind and helped us whenever we had a question. She event went as far as to hang the Trinity University flag outside for our graduate. The location was great! We were a short drive to the Pearl and airport. I would 10/10 recommend staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance L.

8 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Antonio

The house was perfect for our large group with plenty of room. Everything was in order and Debby was extremely helpful and attentive throughout our stay! We will be back!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon L.

9 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Lovely Stay in a Gorgeous Home!

History, architecture, modern comforts, comfortable beds, good water pressure, plenty of hot water, great location, thoughtful hosting extras… as an experienced VRBO user I could not be more impressed! Thank you Debby for letting us use your home for our very special family event!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Z.

6 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, safe, and homey!

Absolutely incredible house. We’ve stayed here twice now and really enjoyed the beautiful home and space to relax. The host was so gracious and quick to respond, and it’s the perfect location (both close to everything and safe). Would definitely recommend for a larger group!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

21 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town for clinic

The property was more than we expected. Plenty of room and we loved all the rooms and the outdoor lounge area. The location of the house was perfect to restaurants and a near by golf course.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

david O., cincinnat usa

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brothers reunion

Owners were nice responsive and helpful

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, Roomy, Great Kitchen, Pretty, Helpful Host

The home was immaculately clean. There were many different spaces to spread out and either read alone or play games together. The kitchen was well appointed from the nice appliances to good pots and pans. We cooked a lot and always had what we needed. The pool is small but was fun as was the jacuzzi. We used the fire pit almost every night for lovely ambiance. The home was beautifully furnished and the Host even had Fiesta Decor to greet us since we stayed during Fiesta Week (the last 2 weeks in April each year). Deby & Lance, the owners, were very helpful with a couple small issues that arose while we were there. Deby was especially helpful before our stay with recommendations on the best Fiesta Events and restaurants we could go to with our small children. La Fonta's was a short walk from the house that even our 1 and 4 year olds enjoyed. We went across the street to "Extra Fine" almost each morning for coffee and breakfast fare. We walked to Lily's cookies for delicious, frosted homemade type cookies. And while there went next door to Barbaros Pizza for the best cauliflower dough pizza I have ever had! It was a great week at this lovely home!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

19 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Birthday Weekend

This home was perfect for our gathering of 11 friends and family for a birthday celebration. The host could not have been more accommodating and communication was always fast & easy. The house was spacious, with lots of separate seating areas so we never felt we needed to be in the same space all the time. It was tastefully decorated and had all of the amenities we could need from shampoo in the showers to every type of drinkware, pots, pans, towels, etc. Our guests loved the modern updates as well as the vintage charm. The bedrooms were large and the upstairs loft area was a hit with our younger set. There is ONE bedroom that had a trundle-type bed, which would have been awkward had we needed it because you have to cross it to get to a bathroom and the very back bedroom. We ended up not using it so that worked out. There's a cute little coffee shop/cafe right across the street and a restaurant with little shops around the corner. It was close enough to the Riverwalk that my oldest daughter was able to get to there on a rented street scooter. We will DEFINITELY use this host/listing again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

18 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect extended family gathering spot!

We loved this house and we loved the host! Extended family met up and stayed here and the house was adorable and great for our group, including a pack and play for a toddler. We loved that there was a huge dining table everyone could fit at. Debby went above and beyond to get the small pool ready for us, and gave us some good recommendations for things nearby. I really can’t say enough good things about the house and our experience!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel N.

15 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and elegant home in the best part of town!

Wow - Debby is truly the ultimate VRBO host! We live in the neighborhood and booked this house for our out of town family during Christmas. We ended up cooking and hosting our holiday meals here instead of our own home because of the amazing kitchen/dining/living area. We comfortably cooked and dined with 16 adults and 7 young children. The bedroom situation is amazing for an extended family set up or for couples, as there are four kind bedrooms! We look for this in vacation rentals all the time and it’s very hard to find. It’s so nice for each family to have their own room. Plus, there are smaller bed options for the kids - a twin with a trundle and the smaller bed(s) in the upstairs room. Two of the downstairs king bedrooms share a bathroom, but it is nice and big and so charming. Three bathrooms total made the sharing a non-issue. This is truly a well-appointed rental, and you can tell that Debby puts much thought and care into the details of this charming home. Sometimes you can tell when properties are simply vacation rentals versus when the owner wants it to feel like a true home. In this case, it really feels like Debby has made her beloved home available to you. Additionally, she’s quick to respond and extremely hospitable. Check-in was a breeze and everything was extremely easy to find and the house was easy to navigate once we were there. As far as location, we may be biased as locals who live in the same neighborhood, but you can’t beat the IYKYK vibes of this neighborhood. Right across the street, an amazing bakery/cafe/coffee shop. Around the corner, a cocktail bar with our favorite pizzas. And then just a short 10 minute walk east on Mistletoe and you are among the best restaurants, bars, and most fun places in San Antonio - both of Cullum’s spots (Attaboy and Attagirl), NOLA, Singh’s Vietnamese, Curry Boys, Little Death wine bar…you get the idea. If you want to experience the less touristy version of San Antonio while still being a hop away from downtown & Pearl - this is your spot!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronald D.

10 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Historic property located close to everything! Can’t wait to do it again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

24 Dec 2022

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Perfect night … perfect setting

My wife, myself , and two other couples stayed at this beautiful home for a quick staycation. From the kitchen where I prepared a delicious meal. To the backyard with the fire pit and lights. Every part of our experience was fantastic. We will definitely be staying here again.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

April M., Fitzgerald, GA

31 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT PLACE TO STAY

This property was great for a group with 7 different families (adults and children). It was very well furnished with little touches that added to the property. I wished the owner had properties all over the USA for us to use!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.

21 July 2022

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Vacation 2022

We loved this property. We had 10 guests with plenty of room to stay. Loved that the dining room table could fit us all. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

27 Mar 2022

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Exceptional Property

Came into San Antonio for the Sweet 16 Tournament. Wanted to be near the Pearl, Riverwalk, and the games themselves. House is beautiful, very well decorated and well managed. Property manager was easy to connect with and responded quickly. Highly recommend the house and hope to return! Great neighborhood. Loved the backyard. A lot of parking.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Paige H.

30 Jan 2022

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Great house!

This house was perfect for our girls trip. Plenty of beds and room for everyone. The owners are amazing and help with anything you need. This historic house is something to see! We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W., Framingham, MA

30 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a group!

This property is great & Debby is a wonderful host! The house is clean and spread out so makes it easy for adults to have their own space & come together for meals or hanging out!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janelle O.

30 Jan 2022

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Ideal!!

This property was gorgeous and perfect for a family. The kitchen was spacious with separate coffee bars and wine bars. Refrigerator had plenty of space for a large group. The house was well appointed, plenty of nice bathrooms and very comfortable bedrooms.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Debby Villers

I am a happily married high school math teacher and short term property manager. My husband and I live in downtown San Antonio and have been here for over 30 years. We are excited to show off our city to the many visitors that come to the area each year. We know the best restaurants, coffee houses and parking spaces! We are happy to help with making your stay extraordinary.

Why they chose this property

Why this property? You will not be asking that within seconds of entering this unique property. It is museum quality. We call the house "The Brack House" because they were the original builders in 1905. It was designed by James Walker Flood, well known designer that also designed the famous Saint Anthony Hotel here in SA. At the time of completion (1907) this house was the most expensive house, to date, in the country (price/sq. inch).
Please enjoy becoming part of the history of "The Brack House".

What makes this property unique

This house is in the perfect location. Walk to some of the best restaurant this town has to offer. It is near EVERYTHING, downtown, The Pearl, the airport, Fiesta Texas and 20 minutes from Seaworld. Museums and the Alamo within 3 miles.