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Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte!

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The historic 1920s home captures the character of San Antonio.
Our living space includes plenty of comfortable seating.
Backyard retreat w/ heated mini pool will provide hours of fun for your family!
Our new mini spa pool is heated for winter and cool for summer!
Retreat to our backyard oasis with the new heated spa mini pool, BBQ, and more!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9139.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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San Antonio, TX
  • San Antonio Botanical Gardens
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • River Walk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte!

The classic charm of this eclectic and luxe 1920 San Antonio craftsman home mixed with modern style and conveniences will create a fun, welcoming retreat for your vacation! You will have a blast with your friends or family.

The location can’t be beat! We are centrally located near all of the best that San Antonio has to offer, from the Zoo to the Riverwalk to sporting events.

The home is directly across the street from the Witte Museum, the San Antonio Zoo and Brackenridge Park so it’s great for adults, families and kids.

Adults have a blast with the local restaurants next door.

Kids have a blast in the small pool with mini waterfall and the fun zoo-themed home with cool animal and jungle decor.

You can walk to the parks around the zoo, which include miles of trails and tree-covered park benches, with a miniature train for kids to ride!

The beautiful Botanical Gardens are also right down the street, and the Doseum is about a mile away.

The free Japanese Gardens are also across the street next to the Zoo.

For adults, there is a great barbecue place next door that has great food, drinks and even a playground to keep the kids occupied!

The Pearl, which is a fantastic area with shopping, restaurants, farmer's market and children's splash pad, is 5 minutes by car. In addition, the Brackenridge Golf Course and downtown are all 5-10 minutes by car. The Alamodome is a 10-minute drive away.

The holiday lights on Broadway Street and at Incarnate Word University will wow you! We are very close to Incarnate Word (a half-mile or so).

The spacious and eclectic living room has room for the whole family, and our dining room table is big enough for 8 people. We have a classic mid-century modern bar as well. We have games on hand for you to enjoy.

The full-sized kitchen with island includes all items you need, from cookware, utensils, a blender, a coffee maker, coffee and much more.

The bedrooms all include Roku TVs and plenty of pillows, blankets and accessories, such as a sleep machine, to keep you comfortable and to sleep soundly. Our first guests said they slept better than they had in a long time!

Escape into the jungle-like backyard for outdoor fun all year, with outdoor seating, and even a heated small lounge pool! (This is smaller than a pool but larger than a spa.) Our garage has a dartboard, a poker tabletop and a small gathering spot for more fun outdoors.

• We provide travel-sized shampoo, soap and conditioner; dish soap; laundry soap; toilet paper; and one roll of paper towels.
• Our coffee maker is a regular coffee maker with a coffee pot. Our kitchen includes a gas stove and all of the pots, pans and utensils you need to cook! We have a blender, wine glasses, and more. We provide coffee!
• We have wifi, a smart-tv in the living room, and an alarm system if you wish to use it.
• We have a pack-n-play and a high chair available to use.
• We also provide a Gas Grill BBQ pit in the backyard, and an outdoor propane heater!
• Bonus space (garage) features a foosball table, dartboard and portable poker table top!

We want our house to be a retreat for you in San Antonio.

Book with us now!

Property manager

Lori Todd
Premier Host

Languages

German, Russian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No outdoor music/noises after 10 pm or before 7 am. Enter pool at your own risk; no lifeguard on duty. Renting means you acknowledge this. No swimmin

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-25-13500020

About the area

San Antonio

Located in Mahncke Park, a neighbourhood in San Antonio, this holiday home is near theme parks. Shops at Rivercenter and Market Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Antonio River. Travelling with kids? Make time for San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, or head to an event or a match at Alamodome. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

  • Witte Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Antonio Botanical Gardens - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alamo - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • River Walk - 5 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 11 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Japanese Tea Gardens - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Train Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte! have a pool?

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

Is Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic home, Heated Mini Pool, near downtown San Antonio! Walk to Zoo & Witte! located?

Located in the centre of San Antonio, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Witte Museum and San Antonio River. San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Perfect location

We were close to the Zoo and Museums while still having a variety of dining options. Smoke Shack BBQ was delicious and conveniently next door. Plenty of room for my family of 6 and the kids loved the heated pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo Z.

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

Bad weather, great house and location

We spend the weekend to attend a wedding the Witt museum, the house was perfect , location can not be better , very comfortable, unfoywe had very cold and wet conditions to enjoy the patio , we will surely have to return to this place, very nice house, layout and accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri B.

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

Cute house and perfect location!

A really cute historic home with all the amenities,comfort and charm one would hope for.Great location within walking distance of award winning bbq and the Witte museum. Love the backyard set up!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Great Place & Location for Family of All Ages!

This property was amazing in so many ways...*If you cook meals, they have a complete kitchen and backyard grill set up ...the chef in our group was even impressed. Much better than most rental places. There are even child safety features on stove. * Backyard pool area is perfect -- teens & adults spent most evenings in clean & warm mini pool with a heat lamp for when you get out in the winter. * There is room for kids to play in yard or enjoy pool with adult supervision.*Game room garage was enjoyed by adults and teens.* TVs in all bedrooms & in comfy family room with lots of seating.* Plenty of eating/game playing space.* House has surprisingly large rooms and ample closet space.* Plenty of beach & shower towels provided.* Overall, home-like feeling with cute decor -- very thoughtfully put together and clean. We really enjoyed the place.We spent a week here and were happy to be at the house in the evenings as there was plenty to do and lots of space for our group of 5. The owners are lovely and got back to us right away.Location was terrific...* several good restaurants within walking distance (next door and across the street). They were not noisy despite proximity. * parks across the street to walk/run through* kid museums literally across the street & playgrounds behind them along with a small zoo.* River walk area a short and easy 8 minute drive away.* Shopping (mall, etc.) 10 minute drive away for the teens & college kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Great weekend getaway

Stayed her with another couple and our 4 year old son. The place had a fun vibe and well decorated. Had all the things we needed to feel comfortable and then some. The pool is little but it totally worked and was plenty of space for the 5 of us to hang out and cool off for a bit. The location was next to some easy activities for kiddos and a few restaurants for some quick food. We had a great time and would def stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Spacious, historic SA home, excellent location

My family loved the home so much with the comfortable beds, relaxing pool, and convenience to the zoo, restaurants, and the Riverwalk. Perfect vacation for myself and teen grandsons! We all agreed that it beat staying in a hotel hands down!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrysty L.

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

Adorable Home

We loved our stay! The home was absolutely adorable and had everything we needed! We loved being able to walk to get meals and to the zoo! Next time we come back to SA, we will definitely stay here! Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elida D., Bay City Texas

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

Family of 8

Beautiful home! My toddler grandson had a great time! The family will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

A home away from home

The home was exactly as it appeared on the listing; a cozy historic cottage. We walked (2 kids, age 4 and 8) to the zoo through beautiful and shady Brackenridge park. This was a wonderful walk. We also walked to the Witte Museum, Chipotle, ihop, smoke shack. This home was the perfect location. The pool was amazing for my kids and the back yard was a shady oasis. The mosquitoes and flies were the only nuisances we encountered. **When Lori heard of our issue with the tiny mighty mosquitoes, she bent over backyard to spray the yard herself and also brought us supplies, The property was well maintained, cleaned and had all the amenities we hoped for...and then some (extra paper towels, trash bags, laundry, soaps and lots and lots of towels). The kitchen was
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Perfect Location & Set Up

We loved visiting here to launch our spring break. The heated pool was perfect for the varied weather, and it’s size was perfect for our kiddos ranging from 8 to 4 years of age. The home is a great size and the kitchen had all the cooking and dining gear we needed. Everything in was either walking distance or a quick 5-10 minute drive away, too! Wish the showers/ tubs were better to figure out for water temps, but other than that, it’s a great booking. Wish we could stay longer, and we plan to be back again. We really enjoyed the home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loreto T.

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

Great stay!

Thank you so much for having us. The property was well kept, super clean, and the whole family was very comfortable. We weren’t in need of anything, every detail covered. Awesome location too. Definitely would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joaquin C.

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

Great experience!

Great weekend at a wonderful home! Can’t wait to visit again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse S.

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

Great place, location and host!

We had a great stay in this home that was perfect for our little family. Our boys enjoyed the pool time and we enjoyed the proximity to everything. We walked to the San Antonio Zoo, Childrens Doseum and walked across the street to the Witte Museum. Perfect location and the home had everything we needed. Lori was very responsive and so gracious to us during our stay. She went above and beyond our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony O.

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

Lori and Chris have a wonderful property and provided us with everything that we needed! Great job!

The home is located 10i mins from downtown in a cool neighborhood with lots of character! The cocktail pool was a great amenity to have after a day at the river walk. 10 out of 10 would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joann B.

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

Perfect Retreat

Came to town for a quick girls trip and fell in love with the home. The pictures do not do this place justice. The house is nicely decorated and well kept. The kitchen is fully stocked so no need to bring utensils, dishes, or cookware. There were four of us and there were plenty of blankets and towels. The backyard is the perfect place to relax and hang out. The neighborhood is lively but quiet at night and the early morning. The location is great as there are walking trails across the street and tons of options for food and libations close by. Lori was quick to respond to any question we had and was incredibly friendly. Can’t wait to come back for a longer stay in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

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

Perfect Spot in San Antonio

Lori's house was amazing! This location and the house was perfect for our family of 8 people. The bedrooms were spacious, the house was well stocked, and we relaxed in the beautiful backyard every evening. The restaurants nearby are delicious, we especially recommend the Smoke Shack. We walked through Brackenridge Park which is right across the street from the house. Lori is a great host and very accomodating! I highly recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lori Todd

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We love living in San Antonio! Our city is full of wonderful people and amazing destinations. We also love to travel and explore to other cities, and we know how important it is to have a fun vacation. Our goal is to ensure that all of our guests do as well. Restoring and maintaining historic homes is something that is important to us, too, and we love finding historic gems around the city that guests will enjoy staying in.

Why they chose this property

This property, built in 1920, is next door to our favorite restaurant! In addition, the house is directly across the street from the beautiful San Antonio Zoo and Brackenridge Park. As a child, I remember going there often with my parents and grandparents, camping out and barbecuing and riding the old train. The lush background of the Zoo, Botanical Gardens and Brackenridge Park, which the San Antonio river winds through, is a true surprise hidden in the middle of the city.

What makes this property unique

Guests have said our property have very comfortable beds, and they've raved about getting a good night's sleep.

The small heated pool with the waterfall provides a soothing backdrop to a relaxing backyard.

The location of the home is what is key! You are in the heart of the city at Pershing Place and are walking distance to the Zoo, the park surrounding the zoo, and the Witte Museum. Also nearby within 5-10 minutes driving is the Pearl, Incarnate Word, Trinity University, the McNay world-famous art museum, downtown San Antonio, the Riverwalk, Brackenridge Golf Course, the Dooseum Children's Museum and much more! All big attractions like Sea World and Fiesta Texas are about 20-30 minutes away.

Languages:

German, Spanish, Russian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests