Charmer in Downtown SA. Near River Walk / Alamo!

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Fireplace

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San Antonio, TX

River Walk
‪2 min drive‬
Alamo
‪2 min drive‬
Henry B. González Convention Center
‪3 min drive‬
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

About this property

Our beautiful light filled home built at the turn of the century is located in the Five Points Neighborhood of Downtown San Antonio. Our home is a short drive to all the major attractions, including the River Walk, The Alamo, Six Flags, and SeaWorld, and is walkable to many restaurants, stores, and conveniences We provide an amazing outdoor oasis that includes a gazebo with a fan to give you shelter from the sun on those hot days, and a lighted firepit area to enjoy the outdoors day or night.

After heading up the large front porch you enter the home into a large foyer area with a bench to sit on. From the foyer you can walk straight into the sitting room, a nice comfortable spot in the center of the home with a speakeasy feel to it. The two dedicated bedrooms are large with tons of light entering through the massive windows with area rugs and ceiling fans, and king sized beds. There is an additional bed in the main living room that is a queen size sofa bed also. There are two bathrooms, one with a standing shower and one with a clawfoot soaking tub.

Our guests have access to our entire home with the exception of our locked supply and linen closet.

You may contact Ben and Kat anytime via the Airbnb messaging app or call

Our neighborhood is filled with many long-time residents, some well over 30 years. The neighbors are amazing people and very friendly. It is a downtown neighborhood, however, and there can be some transients/homeless walking around as in any downtown neighborhood. We have always had pleasant interactions with everyone. There is Sanchos Cantina, the Cove, and MK Davis restaurants, all within a very short walk as well as a local market for basic groceries just a block away. Also, being in downtown, it can be more noisy that a rural area home so please be aware of that also.

San Antonio has a seeminglyendless list of things to do! We find that the quickest way from point a to point b outside of walking distance is Rideshare such as Uber or Lyft You may also opt to take the city bus which can be caught just a half block away.

We provide a BBQ grill under a fan cooled gazebo. Or you can visit the firepit area and our propane fueled fire table. The backyard is an amazing place to relax.

Property manager

Ben and Kat Olson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 and a first aid kit

About the area

San Antonio

Midtown, a neighbourhood in San Antonio, is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Alamo, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Market Square and Shops at Rivercenter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alamodome or Frost Bank Center.

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San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

Market Square - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
River Walk - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Alamo - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Henry B. González Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Alamodome - 4 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

San Antonio Station - 8 min drive
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wingstop - ‬16 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
‪Whataburger - ‬10 min walk
‪San Taco - ‬13 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charmer in Downtown SA. Near River Walk / Alamo! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charmer in Downtown SA. Near River Walk / Alamo!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charmer in Downtown SA. Near River Walk / Alamo!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charmer in Downtown SA. Near River Walk / Alamo! located?

Located in Midtown, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Market Square, San Antonio River and River Walk. Alamo and Henry B. González Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cindy E.

3 Apr 2025

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

Southern Love

The outside does not in tale the magnificent beauty and feel once you physically walk inside this home. Outside upgraded and modernized along with the inside; however, the moment you've walked in you're introduced with spacious rooms and tall ceilings. Clean linens.Kitchen dishes provided. Body wash. Shampoo. Conditioner. Hand soap.Coffee.Tea. Snacks.Washer.Dryer. Detergent. Dryer Sheets.Clean tidy atomsphere.Backyard. Family gatherings. The best southern love could offer in an old home to our family.My all time fav! The window in the living room with the built in bench and storage. My family & I would definitely look forward to visiting again in the future.Ring the old door bell! :) memories anf history.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon R.

27 Mar 2025

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

Disliked: Location

Amazing hosts of an Amazingly beautiful restored property in a not-so-beautiful neighborhood

The good:This property is amazingly beautiful. Restored and inviting, comfortable and very clean. If you love restored vintage homes, this hits it out of the park! Well-stocked, inviting and very well set up for guests … we had all we needed and loved the home! Hosts were amazing and we felt well-looked after. This home in a nicer neighborhood would be 11 out of 10!The Not so Good:Our first impressions arriving in the neighborhood were not good … it’s run down and next to the freeway and just felt like we made a mistake picking a place in an unsafe neighborhood. Thankfully our hosts responded quickly to our concerns and reassured us it was safe and that the folks living there had been for years. We ran into a very kind and helpful resident lady who was walking her little dog who quickly identified us as tourists and said ‘yeah, this area is on the cusp of awesome and sketchy as you’ll see some homeless folks around this area’. Basically, if you’re looking for a place walkable to downtown and are walking straight there, you’ll be ok. Not a neighborhood to wander around and take in the curb appeal.Overall: LOVED the property, the details, the home environment and the hosts communication. As long as you’re not expecting to stroll around the neighborhood you’ll enjoy the place.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

26 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

20 Mar 2025

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

Cute Historic House

The house was cute, clean, and close to the Riverwalk. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas A.

19 Mar 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen T.

12 Mar 2025

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

San Antonio

This property was exactly as represented, but better! It was clean, bright, airy and so so comfortable. We only made coffee and toast in the morning but could have made a complete meal, anything and everything was there for cooking and serving. The location was a quick drive to the River Walk, it was not walkable due to the neighborhood. We would stay here again for sure when visiting San Antonio.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

8 Mar 2025

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

Spacious well refurbished historical home

My husband and I were delighted to find this home so well furnished, structure updated, yard welcoming and useful. Bright clean linens and towels were abundant. Cheery fun theme of the Alamo in yhe living room is a great idea. Heartily recommended

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig K.

1 Mar 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Mrs.

Great house, comfy beds, the outside front porch was dirty, couldn't even sit on the dirty chairs, they should have been cleaned. Very noisy neighborhood. Work needs to be done outside. But we did enjoy it.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison D.

10 Feb 2025

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

Great spot for a small family weekend

We really enjoyed our stay here for a long weekend with our family. As all of the other reviews mention, the house was extremely clean and accommodating. The hosts were very attentive and responsive! Our daughter loved setting her “new room” and the location itself was extremely close to everywhere we wanted to go. The beds and linens were so comfortable, and everything was super fresh (every towel, every blanket smelled amazing). At first, I was concerned about the neighborhood. Especially staying with a young child, I was caught off guard. However, I took another look at other reviews and agree - I’d describe the neighborhood as gritty but we felt safe. And honestly, not too much different from the other neighborhoods we drove through in San Antonio.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Travis W.

7 Feb 2025

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

Gentrification - neighborhood is a Work in Progress

Overall, the interior was lovely, my type of antique design with a modern twist. The hosts were accommodating and wonderfully responsive. However, The neighborhood is sketch, it’s going thru gentrification a few houses on the block were condemned and other houses were pretty beat up. I encourage renting this property if you’re not bothered by run down neighborhoods in the process of gentrification. Neighborhood didn’t bother me at all, however my co-worker didn’t handle it well

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

26 Jan 2025

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

Anticipates your needs

Texas was hit with unprecedented cold weather during our stay and the owners had an HVAC technician on the way before we could even call to ask about cooler temps inside. And it wasn't the owner's fault because even the large hotel rooms that our colleague's were staying in were not warm. These owners even had space heaters instacarted to the house after they discovered their HVAC systems was fine. They jumped through hoops to make sure we were comfortable!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

20 Jan 2025

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

Perfect for two Couples

We had a great time. The house was perfect for two couples. Very close to downtown and the Riverwalk.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

1 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

31 Dec 2024

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

San Antonio Vacation

Very clean home. Located in a convenient neighborhood with quick access to the river walk, downtown and hwy access. Property manger easy to deal with.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

26 Dec 2024

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

Lovely home located close to the action in San Antonio

Loved this property in Downtown SA. It’s full of character and light, IMMACULATELY clean with lots of space. The backyard was beautifully landscaped and free of debris. Ran into a bit of a crisis when we lost the key to the property, the owners responded immediately to our messages and had the situation handled in a matter of minutes. They were amazing. The location is superb with just a few minutes drive to Breckenridge park, the Riverwalk, Market Square and other fun places.Just a dew things to consider (not drawbacks just realities) - if you stay in downtown SA, the neighborhood will always be a bit aged and can feel sketchy. However, it’s not, people mainly keep to themselves and keep the neighborhood quiet. Also these are small lots so while it may seem private, it can feel like your neighbors are right on top of you. Finally, if you stay in downtown SA, you’re not getting away from train tracks. One track runs nearby and you will hear it. I will say the train noise at this place was softer than at others I’ve stayed at - but still a very real presence. Take some ear plugs if you’re sensitive to noise.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

21 Dec 2024

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

What a Charmer

Beautiful home, easy access to everything, and owners, Ben and Kat were extremely helpful. Being able to visit with our family around the fire pit in the backyard was an amazing feature. From the hard wood floors to the beautiful decor, it was like being at home. Thanks again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

AUDREY M.

10 Dec 2024

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

Great location

The house is from around the early 1900's that has managed to keep it's old world charm but with modern conveniences. Beautiful crown moulding and old wood floors.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alana P.

7 Dec 2024

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

Girls trip

Great place to stay. Within walking distance of the river walk. Comfortable clean home with historic charm and modern comforts.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

4 Dec 2024

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

Great

Close to bus stop to get downtown. Cute clean fun! 2 couples, worked out great

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rito O.

15 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

13 Nov 2024

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

Fun

Ubered to the Riverwalk alot

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

12 Nov 2024

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

Perfect for BMT Graduation stay!

When our daughter went to basic training at Lackland AFB, we knew we were going to want to stay within San Antonio to be there for her graduation. It was my husband and I, and our adult son. This property was exactly what we needed! Quiet, but close to the airport, the base, various attractions, restaurants and different places to shop. Our hosts were great about communicating, and made us feel very welcome! If you have a loved one graduating BMT, note that this place is within “the Loop” of where graduates are allowed to visit. We were able to give our daughter a break to relax and chat after being unable to speak regularly with us for the weeks prior, while still getting to see the Alamo and River Walk. Shout out to the Cove, a funky burger/sandwich shop (with lots of vegan options if that’s what you’re looking for), San Tacos for Mexican food we Virginians had never had before, and Kimura, a funky ramen shop literally around the corner from this property! Heartily recommend this place!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JIm H.

12 Nov 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loraine W.

7 Nov 2024

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

Charming vacation property

We were fortunate enough to spend a few days at The Speakeasy. It’s a spacious property with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Our first impression was this is great!! The house was spotless, and very comfortable. It has a nice outdoor area with seating and a grill. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed. The hosts had provided coffee pods and even a few snacks, which were appreciated. The bathrooms had plenty of towels and also had shower gel and shampoo. We have a Tahoe and were able to park on the driveway off the road. We used Uber to get down to the Riverwalk $12 plus tip. Cheaper than parking down there.and readily available. We will definitely book this property the next trip to San Antonio

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

28 Oct 2024

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

A real gem!

The pictures on the site are very accurate. The house is beautiful, spacious, comfortable and styled with a glamorous touch. There is a lovely backyard with a picnic table, grill and a firepit with chairs around it. The location is great! A little over a mile to the Riverwalk, making it easy for most to leave the car at the house and not have to hassle with the crowds trying to park, not to mention, saving the outrageous parking garage fees! Ben and Kat were terrific! Very timely in responses, gracious and accommodating. While I know they can't guarantee early arrival, I had requested it. Even though the house was rented the night prior to our arrival, they asked the cleaners if they could finish a bit early and they did. We will definitely stay again the next time we find ourselves in San Antonio!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Common spaces

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property